Share your experiences, your problems, ask questions, share recipes, etc.  I figure that maybe if we have this going on, we can encourage each other, vent if we get discouraged, or ask questions that someone may have answers to.

Go! :)

Great idea for a thread Jess!

Does anyone find drinking lots of water to help them maybe not be as hungry as they would if they didn't drink water as much?

Does anyone believe the commercial that says if you drink more milk that it helps you become trimmer?

Great idea for a thread Jess!

Does anyone find drinking lots of water to help them maybe not be as hungry as they would if they didn't drink water as much?

Does anyone believe the commercial that says if you drink more milk that it helps you become trimmer?



I do drink TONS of water...and it does curb my appetite a bit (although I've never been a big eater). I am a fan of flavored water (Propel, or bottled water using Crystal Light packets)....it helps get your water consumption in if it has flavor to it.

I need to start losing weight.  A few months ago, I was going out at 6am for jogs every morning until I caught a cold.  I never got back in that routine, and have thought about joining a gym until I realized that I'd be paying big $$ to do something I can do for free:  RUN

Water supposedly helps flush out the fat, so I drink lots of it each day.  

I need to start losing weight.  A few months ago, I was going out at 6am for jogs every morning until I caught a cold.  I never got back in that routine, and have thought about joining a gym until I realized that I'd be paying big $$ to do something I can do for free:  RUN

Water supposedly helps flush out the fat, so I drink lots of it each day.  



running/jogging is great for weight loss. Several years ago I started jogging and got up to about 3.5 miles per day..I lost a ton of weight. I would like to get back to that sometime soon. :)

Hurrah for the lost art of weight loss. I'm only a pound off my target weight!

I've pretty much had three times in my adult/almost adult life where I've made a conscious effort to work out and lose weight (first when I went to a gym in 1998/99, a couple years later when I became a vegetarian and did lots of running) and this is #3.

I'm around 189 pounds and ideally I'd love to be 170ish. I've just started jogging again and already have doubled the distance (I'm up to about 8/10 of a mile). It does get annoying trying to do it in a townhouse complex 'cause there's no privacy, so I usually yr to do it at twilight either way (morning is more peaceful). ;)

It's kinda hard to give up junk foods lmao, so I'm still working on doing less of that, but I usually have those instant soups as opposed to stuff like chips and crackers, or TV dinners. Bottled water is great too (I got into that when I was 12, 'cause I'd had so much soda as a kid before that). ;D

Different things work for different people, and although you wouldn't think a guy would normally be self conscious about their looks, I really am. I wanna look like a surfer dude, hehe.

On a serious note though, hats off to anyone who has lost weight and/or is working on it. I know what it feels like.

Excellent thread Jessica!  You'll get them next month for sure!!! Plus your sweats are baggy!!! O0


Patty, like Erin I drink a ton of water. I am up to about 3 quarts to a gallon a day.
Honestly, it does nothing to curb my appetite but I find that by keeping the water nearby the act of reaching for it is much easier than getting up and getting a snack... see think 'snack' reach for water...of course you gotta make a conscious effort to keep the snacks hidden so it's a hassle to get to them ;D.  I have taken to single serve baggies of baby carrots... I love baby carrots tho. and Trader Joe's sells indiviual packages of almonds.


Erin- good luck getting your run on. I look forward to the day when I can run further than two houses  ;D


Jason good luck getting your run on too.


Bobo EXCELLENT!!! I'm about 100 pounds from my goal weight but I'm taking it one pound at a time and look forward to when I can say I am one pound away too....



Jesse... when you get your surfer dude on are you gonna frost your tips?  ;)



I have to admit going back to take two classes this summer has helped a lot. I am away from home (sadly away from the tv) and I make a conscious effort to walk as much as I can between classes so I should hit four miles a day this week! (mon-Thur.) I have yet to find the motivation to move my tush Fri - Sun but I will get there.

To be fair I was only seventeen pounds off my target to begin with, and I figured I could sweat most of that off!

Almost a year and a half at Pathmark,I've lost about a couple of pounds pushing carts and all my life I've never came close to 200 pounds which is good for me but bad for my Father who is very overweight.

I do drink TONS of water...and it does curb my appetite a bit (although I've never been a big eater). I am a fan of flavored water (Propel, or bottled water using Crystal Light packets)....it helps get your water consumption in if it has flavor to it.


Have you tried that Special K Water? ???

A brilliant thread, Jessica.  8)

I have been a little frustrated because I have been relying on my friend to get me to the gym (I shouldn't really but the last thing I want to do after a gym work-out is walk another half hour to get home).

I have also been frustrated with myself as I have been eating like an idiot over the past few days. I need deprogramming, lol.

Good luck with everyone who is trying to get in better shape.  8)

A brilliant thread, Jessica.  8)

I have been a little frustrated because I have been relying on my friend to get me to the gym (I shouldn't really but the last thing I want to do after a gym work-out is walk another half hour to get home).

I have also been frustrated with myself as I have been eating like an idiot over the past few days. I need deprogramming, lol.

Good luck with everyone who is trying to get in better shape.  8)


Do you eat good Bob?

Do you eat good Bob?


Unfortunately not at the moment, Howard. I had some doughnuts and pasties yesterday.  :-[

However, the trick is not to give up when I have had a bad few days.  :)

Unfortunately not at the moment, Howard. I had some doughnuts and pasties yesterday.  :-[

However, the trick is not to give up when I have had a bad few days.  :)


Every Sunday before my shift starts I head off to Burger King and buy a croissant with bacon Egg and Cheese with Tater Tots and Coffee.

Have you tried that Special K Water? ???



no, I've never tried that. I usually stick with Propel..it's my favorite.:)

Jesse... when you get your surfer dude on are you gonna frost your tips?  ;)

;D

Probably not, hehe. I actually used to do that a few years ago just for something different, and it didn't go too well with me. In fact one time I left it on too long and looked all white, like Billy Idol or Doc Brown (the real one), lol.

That's a very 1999 looking style too (like something the Backstreet Boys would've had), so if I did that right now, chances are it would get laughed at even more.

As everyone knows, I quit smoking almost 11 months ago. I know that weight gain was part of it but DAMN!!!! I was expecting a few lbs-maybe 10. That didn't bother me because I was probably underweight when I stopped. But 30??!!!!  :o :o :o

I wasn't going to worry about the weight gain because I knew it normal. I was told that it is a "fast on, fast off". Ok, I have seen the fast on, now I need to get to the fast off part. I would like to know how long it takes for my metabolism to go back to normal. I think I eat healthy-not eating a lot of junk (even though I would LOVE to eat a lot of junk).

As for exercise, I really, really HATE to exercise. There was a time in my life where I did run-and hated every minute of it. I even belonged to a health club-hated that, too. I have tried those exercise tapes, but only lasted a few times. I should dance-I mean really dance on a regular basis. I would also love to get a stationary bike and put it in front of t.v. but there are a few reasons why I don't. 1) I don't think Carlos will want one in the living room, 2) we don't have room in the living room for one 3) if I get one, will it collect dust from lack of use?


HELP!!!!!!


Cat

This is a great thread idea.

I need to drop alot of weight.  My main problem is diet and forcing my butt up and out to exercise.

As everyone knows, I quit smoking almost 11 months ago. I know that weight gain was part of it but DAMN!!!! I was expecting a few lbs-maybe 10. That didn't bother me because I was probably underweight when I stopped. But 30??!!!!  :o :o :o

I wasn't going to worry about the weight gain because I knew it normal. I was told that it is a "fast on, fast off". Ok, I have seen the fast on, now I need to get to the fast off part. I would like to know how long it takes for my metabolism to go back to normal. I think I eat healthy-not eating a lot of junk (even though I would LOVE to eat a lot of junk).

As for exercise, I really, really HATE to exercise. There was a time in my life where I did run-and hated every minute of it. I even belonged to a health club-hated that, too. I have tried those exercise tapes, but only lasted a few times. I should dance-I mean really dance on a regular basis. I would also love to get a stationary bike and put it in front of t.v. but there are a few reasons why I don't. 1) I don't think Carlos will want one in the living room, 2) we don't have room in the living room for one 3) if I get one, will it collect dust from lack of use?


HELP!!!!!!


Cat




Hey, Cat, thanks again!  ;)

I quit smoking about 5 weeks ago and I've been exercising to at least counter the inevitable weight gain that goes along with that. My apartment complex has a fitness center with various exercise machines and I've been kind of experimenting with them. I've also getting my mountain bike out a few times a week and riding it for a few miles. I love riding bike and want to get my legs strong again.

Last week I went out running for the first time since I was in the Army, which was over 15 years ago. While it felt good that I actually made myself do it, afterward I found that my back was really sore. However, the fitness center here has an elliptical trainer and I've started using that instead. A lot of my co-workers that are into fitness (including one who's an ex NFL-lineman) have been happy to give me advice, and nearly all of them have told me that running is really hard on your joints, whereas you can get just as good of a workout (some say even better) on an elliptical trainer with zero impact on your joints.

Have you ever tried an elliptical trainer, Cat? I'm almost certain your local gym would have at least one. I'd say give it a try, you might really like it and even think about buying one for yourself. (The only downside is that they can be quite expensive.)

I have been working on what I eat. Cutting out bread, which I actually hate, means no butter, which I love and eat far too much of has made a difference to my waistline already! 
I need to eat less really and get some exercise. I have bought myself a skipping rope..............

I have been forced to start cardiac rehab again. I do the nu step. I started out with ten minutes and have worked myself up to 35.
My weight shot up 8 lbs in one week. I was poked and prodded and generally tested for eveything, but to no avail. I have since lost again about 12 lbs in the course of a month. They started me on Lasix and potassium. Plus a new med for my diabetes.
So Since June 3 I have quit smoking, gained and now lost weight. Been in the hospital twice for my heart or at least that is what they thought.
Turns out my chest pain was stress related, but with my (cardiac history 3x bypass pacemaker), no one takes any chances.
My rehab nurse said I could very likely be salt sensitive. I don't use salt, but have taken to checking sodium and high fructose corn syrup contents on the things I buy. Hopefully this is helping. And increasing my veggie consumption, to something other than corn.
Before I had all these health issues 18 mos ago, I thought I maintained a sensible diet not a lot of sugar or fat.
Turns out my cardiac issues are genetic abnormally small arteries around my heart and of course years of smoking didn't help.
Swim if you have access to a pool. Its great exercise and low impact on the joints and so forth.
There are some really good sugar free fat free ice creams out there. One is Breyers and the other is Blue Bell.
But be careful with sugar free candy to much can lead to lots of time in the bathroom.

Great idea for a thread Jess!

Does anyone find drinking lots of water to help them maybe not be as hungry as they would if they didn't drink water as much?

Does anyone believe the commercial that says if you drink more milk that it helps you become trimmer?


I just drink lots of water to stay hydrated.  It also keeps me from drinking the pop if we have it in the house.  I'm not sure about the milk claims, although it is good to drink skim milk for the benefit of your bones.


A brilliant thread, Jessica.  8)

I have been a little frustrated because I have been relying on my friend to get me to the gym (I shouldn't really but the last thing I want to do after a gym work-out is walk another half hour to get home).

I have also been frustrated with myself as I have been eating like an idiot over the past few days. I need deprogramming, lol.

Good luck with everyone who is trying to get in better shape.  8)


It happens.  I had a week like that when I hurt my leg.  I got pretty down and just wanted to chow down on whatever I found.  It sucks. :P


As everyone knows, I quit smoking almost 11 months ago. I know that weight gain was part of it but DAMN!!!! I was expecting a few lbs-maybe 10. That didn't bother me because I was probably underweight when I stopped. But 30??!!!!  :o :o :o

I wasn't going to worry about the weight gain because I knew it normal. I was told that it is a "fast on, fast off". Ok, I have seen the fast on, now I need to get to the fast off part. I would like to know how long it takes for my metabolism to go back to normal. I think I eat healthy-not eating a lot of junk (even though I would LOVE to eat a lot of junk).

As for exercise, I really, really HATE to exercise. There was a time in my life where I did run-and hated every minute of it. I even belonged to a health club-hated that, too. I have tried those exercise tapes, but only lasted a few times. I should dance-I mean really dance on a regular basis. I would also love to get a stationary bike and put it in front of t.v. but there are a few reasons why I don't. 1) I don't think Carlos will want one in the living room, 2) we don't have room in the living room for one 3) if I get one, will it collect dust from lack of use?


HELP!!!!!!


Cat





This is a great thread idea.

I need to drop alot of weight.  My main problem is diet and forcing my butt up and out to exercise.


Walk.  Just walk.  Get yourself a good pair of shoes and walk a lot.  If you get too bored, invest in an MP3 player and load up on music.  That is one of my main forms of exercise.  You won't see results right away, but your body will feel that you're making the effort. :)


Hey, Cat, thanks again!  ;)

I quit smoking about 5 weeks ago and I've been exercising to at least counter the inevitable weight gain that goes along with that. My apartment complex has a fitness center with various exercise machines and I've been kind of experimenting with them. I've also getting my mountain bike out a few times a week and riding it for a few miles. I love riding bike and want to get my legs strong again.

Last week I went out running for the first time since I was in the Army, which was over 15 years ago. While it felt good that I actually made myself do it, afterward I found that my back was really sore. However, the fitness center here has an elliptical trainer and I've started using that instead. A lot of my co-workers that are into fitness (including one who's an ex NFL-lineman) have been happy to give me advice, and nearly all of them have told me that running is really hard on your joints, whereas you can get just as good of a workout (some say even better) on an elliptical trainer with zero impact on your joints.

Have you ever tried an elliptical trainer, Cat? I'm almost certain your local gym would have at least one. I'd say give it a try, you might really like it and even think about buying one for yourself. (The only downside is that they can be quite expensive.)




I've heard that about running as well.  We have an elliptical in our building, but I can't use it because my body is wonky.  So I hop on the treadmill and power walk up a slight incline.


I have been forced to start cardiac rehab again. I do the nu step. I started out with ten minutes and have worked myself up to 35.
My weight shot up 8 lbs in one week. I was poked and prodded and generally tested for eveything, but to no avail. I have since lost again about 12 lbs in the course of a month. They started me on Lasix and potassium. Plus a new med for my diabetes.
So Since June 3 I have quit smoking, gained and now lost weight. Been in the hospital twice for my heart or at least that is what they thought.
Turns out my chest pain was stress related, but with my (cardiac history 3x bypass pacemaker), no one takes any chances.
My rehab nurse said I could very likely be salt sensitive. I don't use salt, but have taken to checking sodium and high fructose corn syrup contents on the things I buy. Hopefully this is helping. And increasing my veggie consumption, to something other than corn.
Before I had all these health issues 18 mos ago, I thought I maintained a sensible diet not a lot of sugar or fat.
Turns out my cardiac issues are genetic abnormally small arteries around my heart and of course years of smoking didn't help.
Swim if you have access to a pool. Its great exercise and low impact on the joints and so forth.
There are some really good sugar free fat free ice creams out there. One is Breyers and the other is Blue Bell.
But be careful with sugar free candy to much can lead to lots of time in the bathroom.


What is nu step? :)

Tomorrow I'm going to post a recipe for lowfat, low calorie chocolate chip cookies.  I think I've posted it before, but I don't feel like looking for it. :D  They are really good (better than Tollhouse, in fact), and a lot easier on the waistline. :)

I just drink lots of water to stay hydrated.  It also keeps me from drinking the pop if we have it in the house.  I'm not sure about the milk claims, although it is good to drink skim milk for the benefit of your bones.

It happens.  I had a week like that when I hurt my leg.  I got pretty down and just wanted to chow down on whatever I found.  It sucks. :P

Walk.  Just walk.  Get yourself a good pair of shoes and walk a lot.  If you get too bored, invest in an MP3 player and load up on music.  That is one of my main forms of exercise.  You won't see results right away, but your body will feel that you're making the effort. :)

I've heard that about running as well.  We have an elliptical in our building, but I can't use it because my body is wonky.  So I hop on the treadmill and power walk up a slight incline.

What is nu step? :)

Tomorrow I'm going to post a recipe for lowfat, low calorie chocolate chip cookies.  I think I've posted it before, but I don't feel like looking for it. :D  They are really good (better than Tollhouse, in fact), and a lot easier on the waistline. :)

Its a machine that you sit at and work your arms and legs. It has pedals that are like a stair master and arms that you work back and forth.
You can set the difficulty from 1 to 10. If you have a book or T.V. to watch the time flies by.

I said this once before, and it bears repeating:

"You're not fat.  Everyone around you is dangerously anorexic"

I said this once before, and it bears repeating:

"You're not fat.  Everyone around you is dangerously anorexic"




YEAH!!!!  >:(


;D





Jess here's a pic of NuStep

http://i198.photobucket.com/albums/aa235/snozberries44/nustep1.jpg


I totally want one. I used one when I was first in rehab for my back...

no offense meant to Deb by the following statement!


I want one because it seems like the perfect lazy man's work out....

it is by no means easy- you do get a workout but the lazy person in me loves the idea of sitting while working out!!!  ;D

YEAH!!!!  >:(


;D





Jess here's a pic of NuStep

http://i198.photobucket.com/albums/aa235/snozberries44/nustep1.jpg


I totally want one. I used one when I was first in rehab for my back...

no offense meant to Deb by the following statement!


I want one because it seems like the perfect lazy man's work out....

it is by no means easy- you do get a workout but the lazy person in me loves the idea of sitting while working out!!!  ;D




yep thats it, no offense taken I have to be very cautious with my heart. But I can't do the treadmill, far to uncoordinated. I end up like George Jetson walking Astro..LOL

yep thats it, no offense taken I have to be very cautious with my heart. But I can't do the treadmill, far to uncoordinated. I end up like George Jetson walking Astro..LOL



;D


yeah I just didn't want you to think I was making light of it.

When I first started Rehab I could barely walk it was so bad so that NuStep and I became close friends.

Now that I can walk I have days where I wish I could just sit and work out because walking takes way too much effort.

I was telling Cat the ellipticals are great but the one I have still kicks my arse... its a cheapo and that may have something to do with it.

When I first started I could barely last 2 minutes but I worked my way up to getting through one song Yeah -Usher O0

Now I can do 10 minutes but only feel good for the first 7.

I said this once before, and it bears repeating:

"You're not fat.  Everyone around you is dangerously anorexic"


Which I used as my headline on MySpace for a long time.  I think it's time to change it back to that. ;D

That NuStep looks fun!

Jess......

I still need to reply to a message you sent me 8)

When we moved I became so stressed out that I lost a bunch of weight, I was under by about 12lbs. So in an effort to put some meat back on my bones, I started eating healthier, carb foods with so-called antioxidants. Broccoli, carrots, long grain brown rice etc. and doing it in moderation. I tried to do it right, hoping they wouldn't turn to starches and fatty sugars. Unfortunately, I ate a little too much and now find myself unhappy with my midrift.

Enter my Wii Fit.

I bought it when it first came out and used it for the first week. We moved, it was packed, any other excuse I can use would work great right here. Anyway, I took it out of the box tonight and fired it up. Good Lord am I in pain right now!!! ;D

I worked out for 30 minutes, my abs hurt, my back hurts, my thighs hurt, my arms hurt, my hips hurt - aw hell.... EVERYTHING HURTS!!! But I can tell that this, combined with my other exercises, is going to help me.

I eat 5 meals a day, smaller portions so that my tummy is always digesting and my metabolism stays up. Breakfast is the key for me. If I eat breakfast, it starts me out on a dietary track that allows me to eat the 5 meals, because my tummy is always talking to me. Smaller portions: breakfast is oatmeal and toast, snack one is something like yogurt or cheese strings, lunch, a single sandwich with/without condiments (I love my miracle whip light and mustard though), snack 2 is a small bag of 94% fat free microwave popcorn, barely a personal size, then dinner which has meat, veggies and either a little bit of rice or potatoes. If I find I am hungry later on in the evening then I will have more popcorn or falter and eat some potato chips. Not good really but moderation is the key.

Of course, y'all know that I have The Son and Big Nasty to feed as well, so I don't always follow this every single day as I should. It's hard when I know what I am making for dinner to not eat a lot of it. And when it tastes soooooooooooooooooooooo good - it just isn't fair!

We recently all got new mountain bikes, so The Son and I are going to try and get out every day on them, even if it only means in the neighborhood. As well, I am going to try and start walking every day. I can't promise this will happen, especially when the snow flies because I have forgotten how cold it just might get up here!

To those who are battling with their exercising and diets, my heart goes out to you and I will keep you in my prayers. There is nothing harder I find then trying to lose or maintain weight. I do truly understand. Remember: I am a Pepsi-holic.... it is hard for me to just put down the Pepsi and say no.

Tam 8)

Walk.  Just walk.  Get yourself a good pair of shoes and walk a lot.  If you get too bored, invest in an MP3 player and load up on music.  That is one of my main forms of exercise.  You won't see results right away, but your body will feel that you're making the effort. :)

This is great advice as a way to start. I had a friend visit from America for 3 weeks and we travelled around the U.K and even went over to Paris for a few days. In Europe we walk a lot more than you do in America and so she had no choice but to walk everywhere. To be blunt she was very, very overweight but after just 3 weeks she was noticably thinner. Even if it's just a case of leaving the car at home to go the shops, or parking a small distance away from where you work and walking the rest of the way anything helps. 

Walk.  Just walk.  Get yourself a good pair of shoes and walk a lot.  If you get too bored, invest in an MP3 player and load up on music.  That is one of my main forms of exercise.  You won't see results right away, but your body will feel that you're making the effort. :)



I have a route set up to walk home after I drop the short one off at the bus stop.  It is about a half mile, but I figure it is a good start.  I have an elliptical, but I can only do a couple of minutes at a time that sucker is hell on my knees.  I figure I can work up to more time.  It is a great workout, that's for sure.

Yesterday, I was thinking of something that I can do that would be low impact and also the fact that I am lazy. I came up with the perfect solution:

http://www.pycfitness.com/admin/uploadpic/20075159304639003.jpg

I figured I could use this as I am sitting here typing away or watching t.v. etc. etc. I could get one for under $20 so if I get too lazy again, I won't have this expensive thing collecting dust (just an inexpensive thing collecting dust  :D ;D ;D ). 

I showed it to Carlos. He didn't seem too enthused. He said, "Don't you have exercise equipment that you don't use?" Um..no. So, his reaction has discouraged me from getting it.

However, last night, I was pounding my stomach saying that I was fat. He asked, "Compared to what?" I said, "Last year." He couldn't argue with that. Of course he was comparing me to ex-wife who we just saw the other day. 



Cat

On nice sunny days I walk to my bus stop and I time myself,25-30 minutes and 15-20 minutes the next so all together,about 45-50 minutes and I burn off a lot of calories.

On nice sunny days I walk to my bus stop and I time myself,25-30 minutes and 15-20 minutes the next so all together,about 45-50 minutes and I burn off a lot of calories.



um how do you get to the bus stop on non sunny days?

um how do you get to the bus stop on non sunny days?


I take the bus when it rains or snows or inclement weather.

I take the bus when it rains or snows or inclement weather.


I just have to ask.  You take the bus to get to a bus?

I just have to ask.  You take the bus to get to a bus?


thank you..... that's what I was getting at!  ;D

I just have to ask.  You take the bus to get to a bus?


If it rains,I take 2 buses,the Q88 to The N24 and that takes me right across the street from Pathmark.

For those with a sweet tooth....

LOWFAT, LOW CALORIE CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES

Makes between 3-4 dozen, depending on how big of a spoonful you drop.  I usually get about 3 dozen.  I've figured out fat grams for it, but not calories.  If you actually get four dozen out of them, it is about 2.1 grams of fat per cookie.  Three dozen will be about 2.8 grams of fat.  This is ONLY if you use Brummel and Brown yogurt spread.  It tastes like butter, but it has less vegetable oil than margarine and only 5 grams of fat per tablespoon, so your fat grams will vary if you use a different margarine/butter/spread.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

1 cup sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup margarine
2 teaspoons vanilla (and a few drops over)
2 egg whites
2 cups white flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup chocolate chips (I use Tollhouse, obviously :D)

Cream butter and sugars until blended.  Beat in eggs and vanilla.  Sift flour together with baking soda and salt, then add to butter/sugar/vanilla mixture.  Mix well.  Add chocolate chips and stir.  Drop by teaspoonfuls (this will probably get you four dozen) or tablespoons (this will get you about three dozen) on to ungreased cookie sheet.  Bake for 10-15 minutes (this is an estimate because ovens vary).

Enjoy, and don't do like I do and eat them all at once. ;D

I just found this thread.

Water seems to help, as does some forms of exercise.
I have been restricted in my diet to essentially fish, fowl, fruits & veggies (no starches), and liquids.

One thing I have found that helps me is if you have some broth lying around the fridge, you can throw whatever meat or viggies into it, and it helps curb the appetite & flush fat- 2 birds with 1 stone.

Water seems to help, as does some forms of exercise.


I drink water too and I try to cut down on coffee and colas.

I've been exercising again...it feels really good to get back into the swing of things. :)

I've been exercising again...it feels really good to get back into the swing of things. :)


So, you're swingin', eh?  ;D

I've lost 34 lbs since January.  I stopped the stress eating and raised my metabolism.  I walk almost everywhere.  I think my biggest thing now is the slight panic attacks whenever I'm eating over at a friends house or whenever I really have no control over what I eat without seeming impolite.

I've been eating more hoagies and Subway,instead of TV Dinners.

So, you're swingin', eh?  ;D



if ya wanna call it that. ;)

I cheated and had McDonald's today  :-[  (but I ate less than I normally would have before losing weight)

I cheated and had McDonald's today  :-[  (but I ate less than I normally would have before losing weight)





Breakfast or Lunch? ???

Breakfast or Lunch? ???


it was an early dinner.... and I managed not to eat anything else.... I don't think I did too much damage I had a small breakfast and small lunch both meals combined totaled just under 500 calories. I had a hamburger and large fries so I was still within 2000 cals (maybe just slightly over it was actually a double cheeseburger w/o cheese because I'm allergic to cheese)


edited to add: I just checked the nutrition facts on the McD's website... my meal totaled 950 calories..less actually because I didn't hav the cheese... so no real damage done.... just got on the scale I'm down 1 more pound.  (probably would've been two if I hadn't slipped ;D

it was an early dinner.... and I managed not to eat anything else.... I don't think I did too much damage I had a small breakfast and small lunch both meals combined totaled just under 500 calories. I had a hamburger and large fries so I was still within 2000 cals (maybe just slightly over it was actually a double cheeseburger w/o cheese because I'm allergic to cheese)


edited to add: I just checked the nutrition facts on the McD's website... my meal totaled 950 calories..less actually because I didn't hav the cheese... so no real damage done.... just got on the scale I'm down 1 more pound.  (probably would've been two if I hadn't slipped ;D


I wouldn't consider it a slip up.  One of the fundamental rules of changing your eating habits is to not deprive yourself if you are craving something or else you'll wind up eating more of it than you should. :)  So I wouldn't worry about it.  I'm craving chicken nachos (actually, I'm craving cheese), so I'm going to make them for dinner tonight.

You're allergic to cheese? :o

I am trying something new-I am eating almost every 2 hours. Had a bowl of Honey Nut Cheerios for breakfast. Now, I'm eating a small thing of yogurt (only 90 calories).  I will have my usually microwaveable lunch in about 2 more hours (under 300 calories). 2 hours after that, I will have a granola bar (about 110 calories), then dinner. Probably some fruit after dinner. I started this a few days ago. I don't know if it is possible but when I stepped on the scale this morning, it did say I was down 5 lbs.  :o :o :o Could this be the "fast off" I had been waiting for?  I'll let you know this goes after trying it for a while.



Cat

I wouldn't consider it a slip up.  One of the fundamental rules of changing your eating habits is to not deprive yourself if you are craving something or else you'll wind up eating more of it than you should. :)  So I wouldn't worry about it.  I'm craving chicken nachos (actually, I'm craving cheese), so I'm going to make them for dinner tonight.

You're allergic to cheese? :o


Thx for the support...


I know I get alot of grief for that. I call it an allergy because cheese in almost every form (fettuccine alfredo is about as daring as I can get... and the biscuits from red lobster but only one or two.... )  cheese actually makes me vomit. I think it's a visceral reaction from an experience I had as a kid... the smell of it, the sight of it always makes me ill...

I always laugh when I watch survivor because usually people are tempted by the pizza cheeseburgers and beer.... so I figure I'd always win those challenges  ;D  but if they put spaghetti up there I'm all over it!!!


Because of the way people reacted it was always easier to call it an allergy... don't know what it is so I still call it that...  point is I just don't like cheese!

I am trying something new-I am eating almost every 2 hours. Had a bowl of Honey Nut Cheerios for breakfast. Now, I'm eating a small thing of yogurt (only 90 calories).  I will have my usually microwaveable lunch in about 2 more hours (under 300 calories). 2 hours after that, I will have a granola bar (about 110 calories), then dinner. Probably some fruit after dinner. I started this a few days ago. I don't know if it is possible but when I stepped on the scale this morning, it did say I was down 5 lbs.  :o :o :o Could this be the "fast off" I had been waiting for?  I'll let you know this goes after trying it for a while.



Cat



lol... could be!!! and good for you...

I'm no expert but I learned a couple of things...

one 2000 calories per day...

apparently your metabolism gets used to whatever it is you do to your body so if you eat the same time each day about the same amount of calories...your metabolism regulates (or something) and isn't doing the yo yo thing.... with my schedule its hard but I try to eat at the same time each day.... I tend to eat almost the identical meal several days in row... like an instant oatmeal packet, 2 individual packages of baby carrots I got at costco, one individually wrapped serving of Almonds, usually one of three different lunches and then chicken (broiled) veggies (boiled) for dinner  (or cereal) if I don't have one my lunches or my dinner I replace that meal with a single serve bowl of cereal... its more expensive but I find if I buy the single servings of things I am less likely to eat everything in front of me... usually when I eat out of the box I eat the equivalent to 5 or 6 bowls of cereal!

and if i don't those individually frozen chicken pieces (they come in a bag) I tend to eat all I defrost which could easily be 6 drumsticks... it's an illness this compulsion I have but now that I know how to trick my mind I am doing much better.

I'm a creature of habit so once I get a taste for something I stick with it until I

I am trying something new-I am eating almost every 2 hours. Had a bowl of Honey Nut Cheerios for breakfast. Now, I'm eating a small thing of yogurt (only 90 calories).  I will have my usually microwaveable lunch in about 2 more hours (under 300 calories). 2 hours after that, I will have a granola bar (about 110 calories), then dinner. Probably some fruit after dinner. I started this a few days ago. I don't know if it is possible but when I stepped on the scale this morning, it did say I was down 5 lbs.  :o :o :o Could this be the "fast off" I had been waiting for?  I'll let you know this goes after trying it for a while.



Cat


It is possible.  A lot of different people have recommended the 4-6 meals a day plan because, like snoz said, it keeps your metabolism on an even keel.  I usually eat breakfast, lunch, a snack, dinner, and dessert.  These past couple of days though I haven't really been hungry.  Not sure why.  Maybe I'm getting sick because it is weird for me not to eat. :D

And congratulations!  Five pounds off is awesome!


Thx for the support...


I know I get alot of grief for that. I call it an allergy because cheese in almost every form (fettuccine alfredo is about as daring as I can get... and the biscuits from red lobster but only one or two.... )  cheese actually makes me vomit. I think it's a visceral reaction from an experience I had as a kid... the smell of it, the sight of it always makes me ill...

I always laugh when I watch survivor because usually people are tempted by the pizza cheeseburgers and beer.... so I figure I'd always win those challenges  ;D  but if they put spaghetti up there I'm all over it!!!


Because of the way people reacted it was always easier to call it an allergy... don't know what it is so I still call it that...  point is I just don't like cheese!







Oooh, the lingering memories vomiting.  I did that with mushrooms.  There was a bug going around at the time, and my dad had made stuffed mushrooms.  Nothing was wrong with those, but the fact that we had eaten them the night I developed the puke bug just turned me off of them for about six years.  It also happened back in '06, right before we moved out here.  Rice and I had eaten pizza, then Jason gave us his bug.  I didn't eat pizza for months and still can't eat barbecue chicken pizza to this day. 8-P

it was an early dinner.... and I managed not to eat anything else.... I don't think I did too much damage I had a small breakfast and small lunch both meals combined totaled just under 500 calories. I had a hamburger and large fries so I was still within 2000 cals (maybe just slightly over it was actually a double cheeseburger w/o cheese because I'm allergic to cheese)


edited to add: I just checked the nutrition facts on the McD's website... my meal totaled 950 calories..less actually because I didn't hav the cheese... so no real damage done.... just got on the scale I'm down 1 more pound.  (probably would've been two if I hadn't slipped ;D


Hamburger and Fries?!?!  :o

Hamburger and Fries?!?!  :o


Why is that  :o

It isn't unusual that I'm aware of  >:( ???

Why is that  :o

It isn't unusual that I'm aware of  >:( ???


No not unusual,I used to eat it to but I'm trying to cut down and eat more hoagies and Subway.

No not unusual,I used to eat it to but I'm trying to cut down and eat more hoagies and Subway.


Depending on which ones you get, it can be just as caloric as hamburger and fries http://www.subway.com/applications/NutritionInfo/nutritionlist.aspx?id=sandwich

Depending on which ones you get, it can be just as caloric as hamburger and fries http://www.subway.com/applications/NutritionInfo/nutritionlist.aspx?id=sandwich


You aren't kidding... who knew a McD's double hamburger is healthier than a Subway tuna sub?  :o

 
FOOD                      CAL  FAT  sat fat  Trans  chlorestoral      sodium carbs  protein
Double Hamburger* 340  15  6      1    55              680  31  20
Tuna 6 inch sub      530  31    7    .5      45            1010  44  22 

*I was able to calculate it without the cheese! I love McD's nutritional counter though the sodium levels are frightening! 

You aren't kidding... who knew a McD's double hamburger is healthier than a Subway tuna sub?   :o

   
FOOD                      CAL  FAT  sat fat   Trans  chlorestoral      sodium carbs  protein
Double Hamburger* 340  15  6      1       55               680  31  20
Tuna 6 inch sub       530  31     7     .5      45             1010  44  22 

*I was able to calculate it without the cheese! I love McD's nutritional counter though the sodium levels are frightening!   





Why does everyone have to pour the salt on by the buckets full. I'm one of these strange people that I don't like a lot of salt-in fact when I have too much sodium, I get super thirsty and just can't stop drinking-then I get bloated, etc. etc. I am STILL trying to train Carlos to leave the salt off when he is cooking.  ;)



Cat

Why does everyone have to pour the salt on by the buckets full. I'm one of these strange people that I don't like a lot of salt-in fact when I have too much sodium, I get super thirsty and just can't stop drinking-then I get bloated, etc. etc. I am STILL trying to train Carlos to leave the salt off when he is cooking.  ;)



Cat


I am not a big salt fan either.  I season a little when I cook and that is it.  Even then it is more garlic than anything.  My family thinks I am an alien, they all pour on the salt. ;D

I think I've been putting salt on just about everything including the salads I have,don't know why but to me it tastes better with it than without it.

Why does everyone have to pour the salt on by the buckets full. I'm one of these strange people that I don't like a lot of salt-in fact when I have too much sodium, I get super thirsty and just can't stop drinking-then I get bloated, etc. etc. I am STILL trying to train Carlos to leave the salt off when he is cooking.  ;)



Cat


I actually love salt but I never would have guessed that there was that much in the McD's burgers (fries http://i349.photobucket.com/albums/q382/saldania_photos/lobert_17/smiley_yummy.gif yes)  but I barely notice the salt in the other foods... guess I must have built up a tolerance since Ive been eating it for so long.


I use an online food journal to keep track of my calories and my daily allotment of sodium is like 25 so with the burger and fries I was 40x over my daily allowance....AT ONE MEAL!

Funny the large fry has a sodium  count and 350 and it was 680 for my double burger.... so the burger had nearly twice as much sodium as the salty fries!  ::)

 

On Sundays when I have an early shift,I head off to Burger King to have a Croissant Sandwich with Egg,Cheese,Sausage and Bacon with tater tots and coffee,I know that's bad for me but I'm hungry. :(

Hey all!

I found this today on Yahoo!

http://food.yahoo.com/blog/hungrygirl/22863/9-fat-burning-eating-tips

It's from Hungry Girl and it tells about foods that help to burn fat! Some I never knew to be true!
Let's keep striving!!! We are doing great even if we don't think so!!!

Tam 8)

Hey all!

I found this today on Yahoo!

http://food.yahoo.com/blog/hungrygirl/22863/9-fat-burning-eating-tips

It's from Hungry Girl and it tells about foods that help to burn fat! Some I never knew to be true!
Let's keep striving!!! We are doing great even if we don't think so!!!

Tam 8)


I knew about the protein and dairy, but didn't about the others.  I'm gonna go get me some green tea now... 8)

Today for lunch I had a Hoagie (Tuna),Snapple Iced Tea,Chips and Cottage Cheese.

Today for lunch I had a Hoagie (Tuna),Snapple Iced Tea,Chips and Cottage Cheese.


Howard!!!!!

When you post the awesome stuff you had for lunch or dinner or breakfast.... I wanna pull my hair out! :o
It is great that you are eating as much as you do, and that you can and don't have to worry too much about it, but the rest of us (myself particularily) get jealous over what you have ate!!! I wish I could eat what you do every day!!!

Now I will go back to my glass of water... :(

Howard!!!!!

When you post the awesome stuff you had for lunch or dinner or breakfast.... I wanna pull my hair out! :o
It is great that you are eating as much as you do, and that you can and don't have to worry too much about it, but the rest of us (myself particularily) get jealous over what you have ate!!! I wish I could eat what you do every day!!!

Now I will go back to my glass of water... :(



lol...

great site Tam.

Gotta get me some of that oatmeal!

Howard!!!!!

When you post the awesome stuff you had for lunch or dinner or breakfast.... I wanna pull my hair out! :o
It is great that you are eating as much as you do, and that you can and don't have to worry too much about it, but the rest of us (myself particularily) get jealous over what you have ate!!! I wish I could eat what you do every day!!!

Now I will go back to my glass of water... :(


I'm trying to eat as healthy as possible,I don't want to wind up looking like my Fat Father who's way overweight.I'm the only one in the family that's pretty skinny and active.

I just found this thread.

Water seems to help, as does some forms of exercise.
I have been restricted in my diet to essentially fish, fowl, fruits & veggies (no starches), and liquids.

One thing I have found that helps me is if you have some broth lying around the fridge, you can throw whatever meat or viggies into it, and it helps curb the appetite & flush fat- 2 birds with 1 stone.


Consuming one 16oz glass of ice water burns 350 calories. It takes that much to bring your body temp back up.
I always make sure I drink ice water with every meal and alot during the day

We just had education at Cardiac rehab yesterday, and they recommend 60 mins of exercise a day. gradually worked up to of course.
and do warm ups before and cool down afterwards. Seems the Heart doesn't like sudden exertion or stopping suddenly.

I didn't think I had THAT much to eat yesterday but it seems all the weight that I lost within the last week I gained back again.  :\'( :\'( :\'(



Cat

I didn't think I had THAT much to eat yesterday but it seems all the weight that I lost within the last week I gained back again.  :\'( :\'( :\'(



Cat


Don't let it bring you down, it might just be water  retention.

I'm trying to eat as healthy as possible,I don't want to wind up looking like my Fat Father who's way overweight.I'm the only one in the family that's pretty skinny and active.


I know you are, but it still makes me jealous! ;D
Keep up the good work Howard, and definitely keep on exercising!

I didn't think I had THAT much to eat yesterday but it seems all the weight that I lost within the last week I gained back again.  :\'( :\'( :\'(



Cat


Don't forget Cat, when you eat it turns into other things ::) and it could just be that you have to go booboo, or you have gas build up, or water retention like greenjello said. A lot of things are factored into it, so try not to worry too much. You will probably see the loss again later tonight or tomorrow. It sucks, but thats how it works sometimes! ;)

Eating healthy to gain weight. Any tips? :-\\

Eating healthy to gain weight. Any tips? :-\\


I think that's an oxy moron....  ;D 

I don't know carbo loading maybe?

I mean I can tell you how to gain weight but there was nothing healthy about the way I did....except maybe the eating.

I did lots and lots of healthy eating

Eating healthy to gain weight. Any tips? :-\\


I just did this myself Isabel!!!

Lots of tuna and brocolli, semi-high carb vegetables and high protein meats.
Peanuts of any kind are good as well as long as eaten in moderation.
oOo and long grain brown rice is good in small doses too.

I was down to 126 and looked horrible. My face sunk in a bit and you could count every rib. (Stress from moving and such did this to me) So now I am back up to 135 and I am trying to maintain and tone. I keep on eating 5 smaller portioned meals a day, and work out at minimum 30 mins. 4 times a week.

Let me get back to you on everything I ate, gonna take a bit for me to remember everything! lol

I just did this myself Isabel!!!

Lots of tuna and brocolli, semi-high carb vegetables and high protein meats.
Peanuts of any kind are good as well as long as eaten in moderation.
oOo and long grain brown rice is good in small doses too.

I was down to 126 and looked horrible. My face sunk in a bit and you could count every rib. (Stress from moving and such did this to me) So now I am back up to 135 and I am trying to maintain and tone. I keep on eating 5 smaller portioned meals a day, and work out at minimum 30 mins. 4 times a week.

Let me get back to you on everything I ate, gonna take a bit for me to remember everything! lol



I know eating to gain weight is my fantasy. But by the same token I know it is just as hard to gain weight for some as it is to lose it.
Maybe a high carb trail mix with lots of nuts, and fruit might help.

I know you are, but it still makes me jealous! ;D
Keep up the good work Howard, and definitely keep on exercising!


Hey Tam at least I'm not sitting by my computer all day playing Hearts ad listening to Doo-Wop all day,I'm out and about,at work collecting carts and coming home,shower and relaxing for the day.That's basically what I do.

I'd be the perfect weight if I were 8 foot 4 inches tall!  :P

Don't let it bring you down, it might just be water  retention.



Yeah, that's it, water retention.


Don't forget Cat, when you eat it turns into other things ::) and it could just be that you have to go booboo, or you have gas build up, or water retention like greenjello said. A lot of things are factored into it, so try not to worry too much. You will probably see the loss again later tonight or tomorrow. It sucks, but thats how it works sometimes! ;)



Well, yesterday & today I was totally off  this "experiment" that I have been trying. So, tomorrow I get back on it. It seemed to be working and then this set back. I will see if works again after I get back on it.



Cat

I'd be the perfect weight if I were 8 foot 4 inches tall!  :P


Don't you think that's a little too tall? ;D

Well, yesterday & today I was totally off  this "experiment" that I have been trying. So, tomorrow I get back on it. It seemed to be working and then this set back. I will see if works again after I get back on it.



Cat


do tell....or pm me.

shoot I forgot to say that yesterday I had to go talk to that ass of a TA I have. he's on the 6th floor and I walked the stairs  both ways...

Today I had to do it again and I managed to sprint up to the 4th floor....felt like I was dying for the 5th and 6th floors but running up four flights of stairs rocked!!!

do tell....or pm me.



I already did. Cheerios about 10. Yogurt or cottage cheese at noon. Microwave lunch at 2. Granola bar at 4. Dinner and then fruit or something "sinful"  ;) for dessert.



Cat

I already did. Cheerios about 10. Yogurt or cottage cheese at noon. Microwave lunch at 2. Granola bar at 4. Dinner and then fruit or something "sinful"  ;) for dessert.



Cat


oh yeah I forgot

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y291/alyssa702/space-cadet.jpg  :D

I'm trying to cut down on TV Dinners and trying to eat more hoagies and Subway here and there,I'm in such great shape,pretty healthy,have no diabetes,good height/weight,good cholestorol,good blood pressure,should live for a long time.

good for you Howard...

as for me I just got back from a walk. My first around the neighborhood since starting classes 8/4/08 

Before the classes I could barely make the mile walk. Tonight I did it no prob and was barely out of breathe when I finished....though I felt it in my back because half a mile of the walk is up hill.  ;D

good for you Howard...

as for me I just got back from a walk. My first around the neighborhood since starting classes 8/4/08 

Before the classes I could barely make the mile walk. Tonight I did it no prob and was barely out of breathe when I finished....though I felt it in my back because half a mile of the walk is up hill.  ;D


That is so awesome Snoz!!! I am so happy for you!
Keep it up and in no time the pain in your back will subside!!
I need to go walking now, I am so pumped up on your achievement!!! 8)

I've found that cutting sodas and most sweets out of my diet has really helped me lose weight...

I do need to get back into walking, though...I had started it up again a few weeks ago, but it's been so bloody hot lately that I just haven't been able to get myself to go out... :-\\

good for you Howard...

as for me I just got back from a walk. My first around the neighborhood since starting classes 8/4/08 

Before the classes I could barely make the mile walk. Tonight I did it no prob and was barely out of breathe when I finished....though I felt it in my back because half a mile of the walk is up hill.  ;D


How much walking altogether Snoz? ???

How much walking altogether Snoz? ???


That night I did a mile Howard because its a mile around this neighborhood. but most of it's up hill so I like to call it a mile and half  ;D


On class days I average somewhere between  2 - 3.5 miles a day. That's 4 days a week for the last 6 weeks. Today is my last day of class.

On Monday I actually walked 5.7 miles. It was a good day for me. I've gotta figure out how to keep it up now that my classes will be over in about 3 hours...holy crap I have a final in 90 minutes! BYE!~

Oops I forgot to tell ya'll....



I HAD TWINS!!!! ;D
























alright I didn't really  ::)  but I lost 18 lbs.....same dif!  :D

Oops I forgot to tell ya'll....



I HAD TWINS!!!! ;D
























alright I didn't really  ::)  but I lost 18 lbs.....same dif!  :D







YAY!!!! WTG!  Unfortunately, I gained back those 5 lbs that I lost last week.  :\'( :\'( :\'(



Cat

Today for lunch I had an Italian Hoagie with a Snapple.

YAY!!!! WTG!  Unfortunately, I gained back those 5 lbs that I lost last week.  :\'( :\'( :\'(



Cat



sorry I meant to send you love not weight....  ;D

sorry I meant to send you love not weight....   ;D



How about sending her karma instead.

How about sending her karma instead.


Can't gotta wait a few more hours.

I don't know what type of hoagie I'll have for lunch today that's healthy but I could either have a Ham And Cheese,Italian,Shrimp Salad,Turkey And Cheese or Tuna.

Can't gotta wait a few more hours.



I sent you some karma.



Cat

I sent you some karma.



Cat


I sent you some more weight I mean karma!  ;D

I don't know what type of hoagie I'll have for lunch today that's healthy but I could either have a Ham And Cheese,Italian,Shrimp Salad,Turkey And Cheese or Tuna.


Turkey, try and skip the mayo.

I went to Curves gym on Wednesday and again today.  I haven't been all summer so it was tough to get going again.

Next week I will try and go three times (like you are supposed to!) and also do an arms and abs class.  I've also booked in for a weigh and measure next Friday.  I was last officially weighed in October '07 so it will be interesting to see what my weight is now.

Turkey, try and skip the mayo.


I had the Italian Sub with Cheetos,Snapple and Cottage Cheese Doubles(the one with the fruit filling next to it.)

I went to Curves gym on Wednesday and again today.  I haven't been all summer so it was tough to get going again.

Next week I will try and go three times (like you are supposed to!) and also do an arms and abs class.  I've also booked in for a weigh and measure next Friday.  I was last officially weighed in October '07 so it will be interesting to see what my weight is now.


how is it... I've been thinking about it but still not ready to face a group of people yet.

Today I might have the Shrimp Salad Sandwich or The Tuna Sub,haven't had those in quite a while.

how is it... I've been thinking about it but still not ready to face a group of people yet.


Thinking about joining Curves?

I really like it.  I don't know what your local one is like but at mine sometimes I am the only person in there.  And the users come in all shapes, sizes and fitness levels.  At the one I use there are some very fit ladies but they are not at all judgemental.  We just have a laugh together.

I went into today to be weighed and measured.  I was last checked in May.  Since then I have lost a whole pound!  Actually Ina (the lady measuring me) said she thought that was good given I had two months off over the summer without any gym time.

I went into today to be weighed and measured.  I was last checked in May.  Since then I have lost a whole pound!  Actually Ina (the lady measuring me) said she thought that was good given I had two months off over the summer without any gym time.


I second Ina. Two months without going to the gym and you didn't gain weight! Woo Hoo O0 (and Karma)

I've lost about 10-15 pounds.  I've given up fast food and the weight has come off.  I guess stress has also helped  :D

I really need to tone-up...especially the tummy area.

I've lost about 10-15 pounds.  I've given up fast food and the weight has come off.  I guess stress has also helped   :D

I really need to tone-up...especially the tummy area.



Congratulations Carol on your weight loss. :)

I've lost about 10-15 pounds.  I've given up fast food and the weight has come off.  I guess stress has also helped   :D

I really need to tone-up...especially the tummy area.


I need to start walking again. now that classes are over I took a break and gained a pound back  ;D but it was only a pound so I'm not stressed yet.

I had the Italian Sub with Cheetos,Snapple and Cottage Cheese Doubles(the one with the fruit filling next to it.)


Cheetos don't help your situation any.

Cheetos don't help your situation any.


Well I was hungry,it was either Cheetos or Doritos.

What other side dish should I have besides Chips? ???

This is what I get for eating crap food.

So I've been craving a bacon cheeseburger for a few days.  Yesterday we go to Buffalo Wild Wings (because Rice doesn't like hamburgers) and I get their bacon cheeseburger.  Maybe I've become a snob since I started reading A Hamburger Today, but this was the most dried out and flavorless piece of crap that I've ever had.  The hamburger patty was a decent size and looked like it wasn't a preformed pre-frozen deal, but it was DRY.  Super dry.  They must have grilled this thing until it stopped screaming or something.  The cheese was on there, but just a tiny slice, which added nothing to the burger.  The bacon was okay, crispy and slightly burnt (the way I like).  The bun was too big for the patty and tasted like it was stale.  I still ate it though, because for $7.99 I wasn't going to waste it.  So I'm out $8 and about 400 calories.  I should've gone to Steak n Shake. ;D

Moral of the story: stick to the buffalo wings AT Buffalo Wild Wings.  Oh, and only treat yourself with stuff that you know is good.

This is what I get for eating crap food.

So I've been craving a bacon cheeseburger for a few days.  Yesterday we go to Buffalo Wild Wings (because Rice doesn't like hamburgers) and I get their bacon cheeseburger.  Maybe I've become a snob since I started reading A Hamburger Today, but this was the most dried out and flavorless piece of crap that I've ever had.  The hamburger patty was a decent size and looked like it wasn't a preformed pre-frozen deal, but it was DRY.  Super dry.  They must have grilled this thing until it stopped screaming or something.  The cheese was on there, but just a tiny slice, which added nothing to the burger.  The bacon was okay, crispy and slightly burnt (the way I like).  The bun was too big for the patty and tasted like it was stale.  I still ate it though, because for $7.99 I wasn't going to waste it.  So I'm out $8 and about 400 calories.  I should've gone to Steak n Shake. ;D

Moral of the story: stick to the buffalo wings AT Buffalo Wild Wings.  Oh, and only treat yourself with stuff that you know is good.



Yeah I have a very strict rule....

Don't order tacos at jack in the box, and don't order beef in a chicken joint  ;D

Sorry the burger didn't satisfy your craving. Come to SB...we have 'em good here.

This is what I get for eating crap food.

So I've been craving a bacon cheeseburger for a few days.  Yesterday we go to Buffalo Wild Wings (because Rice doesn't like hamburgers) and I get their bacon cheeseburger.  Maybe I've become a snob since I started reading A Hamburger Today, but this was the most dried out and flavorless piece of crap that I've ever had.  The hamburger patty was a decent size and looked like it wasn't a preformed pre-frozen deal, but it was DRY.  Super dry.  They must have grilled this thing until it stopped screaming or something.  The cheese was on there, but just a tiny slice, which added nothing to the burger.  The bacon was okay, crispy and slightly burnt (the way I like).  The bun was too big for the patty and tasted like it was stale.  I still ate it though, because for $7.99 I wasn't going to waste it.  So I'm out $8 and about 400 calories.  I should've gone to Steak n Shake. ;D

Moral of the story: stick to the buffalo wings AT Buffalo Wild Wings.  Oh, and only treat yourself with stuff that you know is good.


Usually when you start reading about food or watching the Food Network it means on some deep level your mind feels you're depriving yourself.  I'm sorry about the slightly disappointing hamburger.  Kind of reminds me of that one time when I had some really disgusting chicken salad.  Totally ruined my chicken salad euphoria. :\'(

Today for lunch I had an Italian Panini with a Snapple.

Here's a recipe for Meatloaf - but not a high calorie, high carb version.
We tried it a few nights ago and I absolutely fell in love with it.

Awesomely Awesome Meatloaf

2 lbs. lean ground turkey
2 pkgs. (6 oz ea.) Stove top Whole Wheat stuffing mix
2 cups water
2 tbsp. garlic powder
1 1/2 cups favorite light bbq sauce
1 1/2 cups light cheese (I used mozzarella) ;)

Heat oven to 375F.
Mix meat, stuffing mix, 1 cup water and garlic powder.
Mold into a long bread shaped mound on cookie sheet or place in a bread pan. (Lightly sprayed with cooking spray)
Make an indentation down the center of the mound.
Fill indentation with bbq sauce.
Bake for 30-40 mins or until cooked through (160F)
Top with cheese, bake an additional 5 mins more or until cheese melts.

Enjoy!!!

^ you had me right up until I saw cheese  ;D

wish I had an oven tho!

^ you had me right up until I saw cheese  ;D

wish I had an oven tho!

Forget about the cheese Girl!
Add or remove whatever you like!!!
And get a dang oven already!!! Hahahaha! 8)

Here's a recipe for Meatloaf - but not a high calorie, high carb version.
We tried it a few nights ago and I absolutely fell in love with it.

Awesomely Awesome Meatloaf

2 lbs. lean ground turkey
2 pkgs. (6 oz ea.) Stove top Whole Wheat stuffing mix
2 cups water
2 tbsp. garlic powder
1 1/2 cups favorite light bbq sauce
1 1/2 cups light cheese (I used mozzarella) ;)

Heat oven to 375F.
Mix meat, stuffing mix, 1 cup water and garlic powder.
Mold into a long bread shaped mound on cookie sheet or place in a bread pan. (Lightly sprayed with cooking spray)
Make an indentation down the center of the mound.
Fill indentation with bbq sauce.
Bake for 30-40 mins or until cooked through (160F)
Top with cheese, bake an additional 5 mins more or until cheese melts.

Enjoy!!!



sounds delicious.  :)

I can't handle meatloaf. My ex used to make it all the time (and it was pretty bad). Now the sight of it (whether it is good or not), just turns my stomach.



Cat

I can't handle meatloaf. My ex used to make it all the time (and it was pretty bad). Now the sight of it (whether it is good or not), just turns my stomach.



Cat


Oh there is definitely a difference between meatloaves. Cat I think if you had a good meatloaf you would change your mind.

I used to eat Meatloaf (oops I capitalized it... not the singer the food  ;D )with ketchup  but a few years ago I started eating it with apple sauce. I like it better that way.  Applesauce and mashed potatoes are good too.

and yes I have eaten "Pork Chops & Apple Sauce"  ;D

and yes I have eaten "Pork Chops & Apple Sauce".

I love Pork Chops And Apple Sauce. :)

Oh there is definitely a difference between meatloaves. Cat I think if you had a good meatloaf you would change your mind.

I used to eat Meatloaf (oops I capitalized it... not the singer the food  ;D )with ketchup  but a few years ago I started eating it with apple sauce. I like it better that way.  Applesauce and mashed potatoes are good too.

and yes I have eaten "Pork Chops & Apple Sauce"  ;D



I understand that there is a difference but I just can't stomach to even look at it.


Pork chops & apple sauce? Gee, that's swell.  ;) (Yes, I have eaten it-good combo-just like pork chops and spaghetti sauce. )



Cat

I understand that there is a difference but I just can't stomach to even look at it.


Cat


I know where you are coming from Cat! I can't stand the sight of liver, although I have been told that I have never had it certain ways, which apparently I will surely fall in love with.... but I JUST CAN'T DO IT! ;D ;)

I know where you are coming from Cat! I can't stand the sight of liver, although I have been told that I have never had it certain ways, which apparently I will surely fall in love with.... but I JUST CAN'T DO IT! ;D ;)


oh now liver that's just  8-P 

;D

I understand that there is a difference but I just can't stomach to even look at it.


Pork chops & apple sauce? Gee, that's swell.   ;) (Yes, I have eaten it-good combo-just like pork chops and spaghetti sauce. )



Cat



never tried it before.

oh now liver that's just  8-P   

;D



I happen to like liver-I am more partial to chicken liver than beef liver.  :-[



Cat

I happen to like liver-I am more partial to chicken liver than beef liver.  :-[



Cat


aw and I used to think such nice things about you  ;D

I LOVE meatloaf, but it takes forever to make (bake) because I really like it well done (not pink inside) and I'm just not very patient.


Yeah, you can tell we're all watching our weight, we're all talking about food!  Man just talking about it makes my mouth water.  ;D

yeah... I'm making healthy-"er" spaghetti. I use a leaner beef and wheat pasta...oh and I eat out of a salad bowl so I don't eat a friggin' dinner plate (or two) full....

anyone look at  what the box calls a single serving of spaghetti? I guess I was eating for 8 before  ;D

I happen to like liver-I am more partial to chicken liver than beef liver.  :-[



Cat



Do you like it for a Sunday morning breakfast?

Yesterday, I bought more yogurt-and this is something that I don't understand. I usually buy the store's brand (Shaw's) because it is cheaper and I happen to like it. Yesterday, Weight Watcher's brand was on sale so I bought that-but why is that the store brand has fewer calories than Weight Watcher's brand? It is not much less (only 10 calories) but less nevertheless. I don't get that.  :-\\



Do you like it for a Sunday morning breakfast?



I have eaten it for breakfast but not in a long time. Carlos can't stomach any kind of liver so the only time I really have it is when we make a full chicken or turkey-then I get the liver (and the heart  :-[ ).



Cat

Yesterday, I bought more yogurt-and this is something that I don't understand. I usually buy the store's brand (Shaw's) because it is cheaper and I happen to like it. Yesterday, Weight Watcher's brand was on sale so I bought that-but why is that the store brand has fewer calories than Weight Watcher's brand? It is not much less (only 10 calories) but less nevertheless. I don't get that.  :-\\



Perhaps because the Weight watcher's brand is lower in calories per 100 grammes but the Shaw's yogurt is a smaller pot so you get fewer calories in a potful.

And weight watchers is all about $$$ - people buy it without checking the label and are prepared to believe they are getting something 'better' than supermarket own brand

I'm eating more hoagies than TV dinners now. :)

This is my kind of thread (given that I have been dieting on and off since age 12), great idea!!!!  8)

As I shared with some of you, my weight loss program last winter was pretty successful.  The summer program started out successful (I lost 4 pounds the 2 weeks I took care of my dad--can we say "stress" anyone?)  ;) but ended up not so great.  We started a new program a week or so ago.  I lost 3 pounds from my initial weigh in to week 1 weigh in, but of course the program hadn't officially started, so no points for that.  I go to weigh in at 7 tomorrow morning and I'm 99.99% sure I will have gained despite getting up at 5:30 to go walk 1.66 miles the last 2 mornings (I did it after work on Monday) as we had a farewell dinner for a co-worker (whose duties I take over Monda) at Ruby Tuesdays.

Usually I do the whole Lean Cuisine and Smart Ones frozen dinners.  As far as yogurt, I like Wal-Mart's Lite Vanilla.

Best of luck to everyone who is fighting the battle!  You should be proud of yourselves!!!!

Perhaps because the Weight watcher's brand is lower in calories per 100 grammes but the Shaw's yogurt is a smaller pot so you get fewer calories in a potful.

And weight watchers is all about $$$ - people buy it without checking the label and are prepared to believe they are getting something 'better' than supermarket own brand



That thought crossed my mind, too but they are exact same size.


Cat

OMG I LOVE THE WII..... what took me so friggin' long to hook it up!!!


I spent about an hour last night on wii sports and about 2 1/2 hours today as well. I have worked up quite the sweat, my arms are gonna be killing me tonight.....and I haven't even got my wii fit hooked up yet. I gotta get this ancient 31 inch TV out of the living room so I have room!

BUT WOO HOO I FOUND A NEW WORKOUT ROUTINE I WILL STICK TO!!!  O0


oh sorry I didn't mean to shout  :-[  WIIIIIIIIIIIIII!!!!!

OMG I LOVE THE WII..... what took me so friggin' long to hook it up!!!


I spent about an hour last night on wii sports and about 2 1/2 hours today as well. I have worked up quite the sweat, my arms are gonna be killing me tonight.....and I haven't even got my wii fit hooked up yet. I gotta get this ancient 31 inch TV out of the living room so I have room!

BUT WOO HOO I FOUND A NEW WORKOUT ROUTINE I WILL STICK TO!!!  O0


oh sorry I didn't mean to shout  :-[  WIIIIIIIIIIIIII!!!!!


What game did you play? ???

What game did you play? ???


Wii SPorts (5 games)
Boxing (kicked arse)
Golf (+1 was my best score +20 my worst  :-[  ;D )
Baseball (3 runs on my third game... and one home run!  8) )
Wii Bowling (134 is my best score)
Wii Tennis (I totally suck!)

Wii Play (9 games)
Target (I sucked)
Ping Pong (I sucked)
Pool (I sucked)
some other lame games and the best one on the disc is one where my mii rides a bull and knocks down scarecrows. That totally worked out my arms.

Mario Kart (5 races)
1st place in 4 races
5th place in one.

Wii SPorts (5 games)
Boxing (kicked arse)
Golf (+1 was my best score +20 my worst  :-[  ;D )
Baseball (3 runs on my third game... and one home run!  8) )
Wii Bowling (134 is my best score)
Wii Tennis (I totally suck!)

Wii Play (9 games)
Target (I sucked)
Ping Pong (I sucked)
Pool (I sucked)
some other lame games and the best one on the disc is one where my mii rides a bull and knocks down scarecrows. That totally worked out my arms.

Mario Kart (5 races)
1st place in 4 races
5th place in one.





What? No Guitar Hero?  ;)  :D ;D ;D ;D



Cat

What? No Guitar Hero?  ;)  :D ;D ;D ;D



Cat



not yet.... wanna collect a couple bucks from everyone here and buy it for me?  ;D

not yet.... wanna collect a couple bucks from everyone here and buy it for me?  ;D



You want me to do all your dirty work for you? If I'm going to collect a couple bucks from everyone here, it won't be for you. It will be for me.  :D ;D ;D ;D



Cat

You want me to do all your dirty work for you? If I'm going to collect a couple bucks from everyone here, it won't be for you. It will be for me.  :D ;D ;D ;D



Cat


what about that loving, GIVING, spirit people claim you have?  ;D

what about that loving, GIVING, spirit people claim you have?  ;D



Well, I could say "blow it out your ear" ala Lois.  ;)  But I'll be nice.  :D ;D ;D



Cat

Well, I could say "blow it out your ear" ala Lois.  ;)  But I'll be nice.  :D ;D ;D



Cat


;D



Back on Topic.

I just plugged in my Wii Fit Balance Board...guess what....I'm obese  ;D  Ha like I didn't know.

It was wicked cool tho.  Some of the games I couldn't do because I won't have room in my apt until I get rid of the old TV.  But the Running and Skiing games kicked my butt. My shirt is drenched in sweat. I worked out for 40 minutes!  And now I am craving carbs  ;D

;D



Back on Topic.

I just plugged in my Wii Fit Balance Board...guess what....I'm obese  ;D  Ha like I didn't know.

It was wicked cool tho.  Some of the games I couldn't do because I won't have room in my apt until I get rid of the old TV.  But the Running and Skiing games kicked my butt. My shirt is drenched in sweat. I worked out for 40 minutes!  And now I am craving carbs  ;D


You go Girl!!
I love my wii fit!
The thing I find cool is that I strive to unlock the next yoga or balance game or whatever, and I hardly even notice anymore that I am getting a really good workout!!! 8)

You go Girl!!
I love my wii fit!
The thing I find cool is that I strive to unlock the next yoga or balance game or whatever, and I hardly even notice anymore that I am getting a really good workout!!! 8)


oh man I just tried the long distance run.... whew maybe I shouldn't have on my first day.  ;D  that is the best workout i've had since school was out. 

Someone should be figuring out approx how many calories these games burn. I've been enjoying the balance and aerobic games more because I can't balance on one leg yet and don't have room to stretch out.... so the yoga and strength games are undoable.


but that step game... I mean the advanced step game. I thought I was gonna kill myself or break the board.. I kept tripping over it!  ;D

Someone should be figuring out approx how many calories these games burn.


Someone did!

http://www.calories-burned.buddyslim.com/wii-fit/

http://www.wiihealthy.com/

http://www.military.com/entertainment/games/game-reviews/does-wii-fit-bill

http://www.squidoo.com/wf

http://www.ceqna.com/games-gear/3088-games-and-gear-2-10.html

Someone did!

http://www.calories-burned.buddyslim.com/wii-fit/

http://www.wiihealthy.com/

http://www.military.com/entertainment/games/game-reviews/does-wii-fit-bill

http://www.squidoo.com/wf



yep.... and did! O0
Dang... leave it to the libraryless librarian to answer yet another question I could've should have researched on my own... wonder if I can give  you karma yet?

;D



Back on Topic.

I just plugged in my Wii Fit Balance Board...guess what....I'm obese  ;D  Ha like I didn't know.

It was wicked cool tho.  Some of the games I couldn't do because I won't have room in my apt until I get rid of the old TV.  But the Running and Skiing games kicked my butt. My shirt is drenched in sweat. I worked out for 40 minutes!  And now I am craving carbs  ;D



Wow that must've been some workout.  ;D

It was a great work out Howard.

I reccommend Wii Fit to all my exercise hating fans.

;D



Back on Topic.

I just plugged in my Wii Fit Balance Board...guess what....I'm obese  ;D  Ha like I didn't know.

It was wicked cool tho.  Some of the games I couldn't do because I won't have room in my apt until I get rid of the old TV.  But the Running and Skiing games kicked my butt. My shirt is drenched in sweat. I worked out for 40 minutes!  And now I am craving carbs  ;D



Way cool.

I stepped on the scale this morning (like I always do) and today it was the lowest it has been in MONTHS!!! So, maybe this is the "fast off" that I have been waiting for. Of course I have been starving myself for it to do that.  :-\\ :D ;D ;D



Cat

Way cool.

I stepped on the scale this morning (like I always do) and today it was the lowest it has been in MONTHS!!! So, maybe this is the "fast off" that I have been waiting for. Of course I have been starving myself for it to do that.  :-\\ :D ;D ;D



Cat


yay

Way to go Q and Cat!!! 

It was a great work out Howard.

I reccommend Wii Fit to all my exercise hating fans.


What about Atari 2600?  ;D

using that joystick can be exercize in itself. ;D

What about Atari 2600?  ;D

using that joystick can be exercize in itself. ;D



:-X

:-X



No,not in that way,silly I mean it can cause blisters. ::)

No,not in that way,silly I mean it can cause blisters. ::)



;D


It's been so long I forgot about those pesky blisters. Right in between the thumb and the first finger.  And if you kept playing the blister would burst and rub raw

;D


It's been so long I forgot about those pesky blisters. Right in between the thumb and the first finger.  And if you kept playing the blister would burst and rub raw



We used to get sores on the side of our thumb nail that we called "Nintendo Thumb" playing the first generation of Nintendo.



Cat

We used to get sores on the side of our thumb nail that we called "Nintendo Thumb" playing the first generation of Nintendo.



Cat


then you were doing it wrong!  ;D

;D


It's been so long I forgot about those pesky blisters. Right in between the thumb and the first finger.  And if you kept playing the blister would burst and rub raw



Well they had crappy joysticks back in the early 80's.

Day 6 on the Wii

I am down 3 lbs...which is great because I had gained 4lbs back since finishing classes  ;D 
My BMI is down I don't know like .5 or something... math is not my forte!

Funny how the Wii Board dude calls you out on missing a day.... I can do with reading I'm obese everyday but the rest of it is fun!

I was employee of the quarter for Apr, May June and my photo now hangs in the hall with the other past employees of the quarter.
Yesterday one of the officers came into dispatch and he said. 

  "Tq I was looking at your photo and you look like you've lost weight."

http://i199.photobucket.com/albums/aa48/paschetta/smiley/proudsmiley.jpg

Day 6 on the Wii

I am down 3 lbs...which is great because I had gained 4lbs back since finishing classes  ;D   
My BMI is down I don't know like .5 or something... math is not my forte!

Funny how the Wii Board dude calls you out on missing a day.... I can do with reading I'm obese everyday but the rest of it is fun!

I was employee of the quarter for Apr, May June and my photo now hangs in the hall with the other past employees of the quarter.
Yesterday one of the officers came into dispatch and he said. 

  "Tq I was looking at your photo and you look like you've lost weight."

http://i199.photobucket.com/albums/aa48/paschetta/smiley/proudsmiley.jpg



Fantastic Ninny. :)

Fantastic Ninny. :)


ninny?  ???

That was Snozberries there dude.  ;D

oh well, at least you are consistant.  :-X

That's really great news about the weight loss (and the compliment from the officier) Q!  :)

ninny?  ???

That was Snozberries there dude.   ;D

oh well, at least you are consistant.   :-X

That's really great news about the weight loss (and the compliment from the officier) Q!  :)



Sorry I meant Snoz. How could I have missed that one?  ;D ::)

Fantastic Ninny. :)







Sorry I meant Snoz. How could I have missed that one?  ;D ::)



I figured he was just getting me back for saying he doesn't read every word in the posts  ;D


Thanks Patty and thanks to you too Howard!

Today for lunch I had a Shrimp Salad hoagie with Chips,Snapple and Cottage Cheese doubles.

Any helpful advice and support for a person who just went to the Dr. and found out I was 17 lbs past the 200lb mark that I promised myself I would not get too.  The broken foot for 8months of last year did not help. But it has been well healed for 4 I have no excuse now.  How do I get motivated, is the Wii the way to go?

Day 6 on the Wii

I am down 3 lbs...which is great because I had gained 4lbs back since finishing classes  ;D   
My BMI is down I don't know like .5 or something... math is not my forte!

Funny how the Wii Board dude calls you out on missing a day.... I can do with reading I'm obese everyday but the rest of it is fun!

I was employee of the quarter for Apr, May June and my photo now hangs in the hall with the other past employees of the quarter.
Yesterday one of the officers came into dispatch and he said. 

  "Tq I was looking at your photo and you look like you've lost weight."

http://i199.photobucket.com/albums/aa48/paschetta/smiley/proudsmiley.jpg



I am SO PROUD of you, Q--for the weight loss and especially for being employee of the quarter!!  And that was nice of the officer assuming he said it in a nice way.  ;)  I get my measurements next week--not looking forward to it.

I am SO PROUD of you, Q--for the weight loss and especially for being employee of the quarter!!  And that was nice of the officer assuming he said it in a nice way.  ;)  I get my measurements next week--not looking forward to it.


thanks!

he did- he said it in a very nice way.



Any helpful advice and support for a person who just went to the Dr. and found out I was 17 lbs past the 200lb mark that I promised myself I would not get too.  The broken foot for 8months of last year did not help. But it has been well healed for 4 I have no excuse now.  How do I get motivated, is the Wii the way to go?



The answer is simple. Its the practical application that is hard. You have to move! Walk a little each day. I started at 10 minutes and then upped it to 20. It gets easier as you go along....personally I didn't like walking but I knew I had to do it. Now I am doing this wii fit and I love it. Its the most fun I've had exercising in years.

For me- I was addicted to mountain dew so I had to eliminate them (THAT WAS HARD) I went from 5 a day to none. now (once in a while) I may have one but I found I can't drink coke or any of the other sodas I would drink. I can still drink dew but I have had more than 3 a week since I started watching my intake in July.  Most weeks I don't have any.

They say write what eat. You're less likely to cheat when you see it in writing. (that's not true tho cuz I cheat all the time) I feel like once I get that craving I cant let it go. I have had McD's every day this week because of the stupid Monopoly game (and my unnatural addiction to their crack I mean apple pies. But because I keep moving I haven't gained any weight.



The most important thing I learned is consistency. You are supposed to take in a certain number of calories a day- for me its 2000. And you should eat your meals (whenever possible) at the same time. Your body has a clock and that clock remembers when you ate yesterday and if you don't eat the next day you body somehow adjusts and stores fat....or something... anyway- skipping meals is the worst way to lose weight.  That's why some of those diet people say eat more....but watch what you eat- and don't go over whatever your caloric intake is.


hope that helps and that it makes sense.  I have had a long day on very little sleep last night so I am really tired... any typos please forgive and I fly pretty loose with punctuation and capitalization on a good day so sorry for whatever is missing in post.
;D

thanks!

he did- he said it in a very nice way.



The answer is simple. Its the practical application that is hard. You have to move! Walk a little each day. I started at 10 minutes and then upped it to 20. It gets easier as you go along....personally I didn't like walking but I knew I had to do it. Now I am doing this wii fit and I love it. Its the most fun I've had exercising in years.

For me- I was addicted to mountain dew so I had to eliminate them (THAT WAS HARD) I went from 5 a day to none. now (once in a while) I may have one but I found I can't drink coke or any of the other sodas I would drink. I can still drink dew but I have had more than 3 a week since I started watching my intake in July.  Most weeks I don't have any.

They say write what eat. You're less likely to cheat when you see it in writing. (that's not true tho cuz I cheat all the time) I feel like once I get that craving I cant let it go. I have had McD's every day this week because of the stupid Monopoly game (and my unnatural addiction to their crack I mean apple pies. But because I keep moving I haven't gained any weight.



The most important thing I learned is consistency. You are supposed to take in a certain number of calories a day- for me its 2000. And you should eat your meals (whenever possible) at the same time. Your body has a clock and that clock remembers when you ate yesterday and if you don't eat the next day you body somehow adjusts and stores fat....or something... anyway- skipping meals is the worst way to lose weight.  That's why some of those diet people say eat more....but watch what you eat- and don't go over whatever your caloric intake is.


hope that helps and that it makes sense.  I have had a long day on very little sleep last night so I am really tired... any typos please forgive and I fly pretty loose with punctuation and capitalization on a good day so sorry for whatever is missing in post.
;D





No worries on the punctuation, I am a teacher - but not a grammar teacher - a Vocational Ag. teacher- you know teaching our youth the importance of agriculture in this great world (and that it is more than just farming) ;)

Thanks for the help.  I know I need to start doing something....  Now implementing it, I am not sure if I am in the right mind set yet - but why shouldn't I be

Just start with simple changes like serving dinner on a smaller plate so your meal looks bigger.  Park further away from the office/supermarket/cinema entrance and get some exercise across the parking lot.  Walk upstairs instead of taking the lift.

Just start with simple changes like serving dinner on a smaller plate so your meal looks bigger.  Park further away from the office/supermarket/cinema entrance and get some exercise across the parking lot.  Walk upstairs instead of taking the lift.





that's good advice.  I definitely have a food addiction so I started eating out of a salad bowl rather than a dinner plate... I also try to eat slower so that I have time to get full before I decide I "need" seconds.





edited to add... I remembered that you were a teacher that's why I threw the disclaimer in there... normally I don't care because I think faster than I type and all those pesky extras get in the way.

No worries on the punctuation, I am a teacher - but not a grammar teacher - a Vocational Ag. teacher- you know teaching our youth the importance of agriculture in this great world (and that it is more than just farming) ;)

Thanks for the help.  I know I need to start doing something....  Now implementing it, I am not sure if I am in the right mind set yet - but why shouldn't I be



your own personal mindset is key.   For me the number I didn't want on the scale was 300 and my mindset kicked in when I saw 284. 
As of this morning I am 261. And that's with a three week break  this Sept. from working out  ;D

I have to lose a few pounds(30 good, 40 ideal), and I definitely have to up my level of exercise.  To that end I joined a Planet Fitness that just opened up less than a mile from me.  I went in and they are what the claim, a "no judgement zone"  Most of the people in there are not dressed in spandex and thongs, buff, naked, looking for a date.  They are mostly over 40, mostly a bit paunchy, looking to stave off a hear attack.  The price is great (introductory $10 a month for one year), daily scheduled personal training sessions, lots and lots of treadmills, ellipticals, bicyles, etc all with personal HDTV, and they are open 24 hours.  They have a couple of personal trainers their at all times and answer all the questions you need about how to work the equipment and what you need to do to achieve your goals, and they do it without looking bored or put out in the least.

In contrast the local YMCA was 50 dollars a month, 1/3 the treadmills(only a few with a television, always a waiting line), full of people who thought, or wanted you to think, they were going to the Olympics(trust me, it wasn't happening), and a trainer to busy with his own self who never answered calls to schedule a training session.

This just may work out    :)

Just start with simple changes like serving dinner on a smaller plate so your meal looks bigger.  Park further away from the office/supermarket/cinema entrance and get some exercise across the parking lot.  Walk upstairs instead of taking the lift.






What I do is I walk to my bus stop which is about 40-45 minutes depends on the weather.

that's a long walk Howard. Is that the closest bus stop?

Thanks Snozz and Karen,

I know this, it is now time to start acting.  I want to become the 120 lb babe I can remember (and who had bounds of energy)  I will have to live with her at 140lbs now, but we will take small steps. I am going to be walking alot in Indianoplis, so that will be good - but I will be eating out alot as well so that will be bad.  See where it goes from hear; then I need to start on my elyptical (I bought it just 2 weeks before I fractured my foot in one of the worst ways - and it took 8 months of cast and surgery and such) Now I need to dust it off and use it.  When I get back of course ;)

Thanks Snozz and Karen,

I know this, it is now time to start acting.  I want to become the 120 lb babe I can remember (and who had bounds of energy)  I will have to live with her at 140lbs now, but we will take small steps. I am going to be walking alot in Indianoplis, so that will be good - but I will be eating out alot as well so that will be bad.  See where it goes from hear; then I need to start on my elyptical (I bought it just 2 weeks before I fractured my foot in one of the worst ways - and it took 8 months of cast and surgery and such) Now I need to dust it off and use it.  When I get back of course ;)



Good luck with it.  Nothing wrong with eating out you just need to make the right choices....I'm still working on that step  ;D

Good luck with it.  Nothing wrong with eating out you just need to make the right choices....I'm still working on that step  ;D


At Curves they suggest either sharing a meal with someone because the portions are often huge or starting with dessert.

Actually I've noticed a lot of places now have like Weight Watchers points or highlight the low calorie option.  Check the small print though - it might only be low cal if you don't have the cheese or any dressing etc. (I'm looking at you Subway).  Some of the bigger chains have the calorie content posted on their website.

that's a long walk Howard. Is that the closest bus stop?




No,it isn't but I enjoy the nice sunny weather when I walk,If it rains and pours or if it snows I'll take the bus instead.I'm the only member in the family that is in good shape.

I have started eating much better than I used to.  More veggies and all that, but then I do something like buy that package of ginger snaps and eat the whole box.  I am week for sweets, so I try not to keep them in the house, but when I am out all hell breaks lose.  :(

No,it isn't but I enjoy the nice sunny weather when I walk,If it rains and pours or if it snows I'll take the bus instead.I'm the only member in the family that is in good shape.


good for you.

I have started eating much better than I used to.  More veggies and all that, but then I do something like buy that package of ginger snaps and eat the whole box.  I am week for sweets, so I try not to keep them in the house, but when I am out all hell breaks lose.  :(


ditto  but my weakness is salt (Lays BBQ chips- mmmm)

I knew when I started that food was my weakness so rather than do a complete overhaul I started with the things I knew I could control

at first I didn't change what I ate just how much I ate. Then gradually I started to eliminate some stuff. I used to eat rice at every meal so I changed over to brown rice and now I don't notice the dif..but I also cut out eating it every day. 

The hardest part is trying to stick on a schedule because my job isn't conducive to consistency.  I also try to eat lots of fruit in between meals...one to trick my brain into thinking I'm not really hungry when it says I am... and two to keep myself from reaching for junk food that is so nearby.

I cut out a lot of wheat based products, especially the processed white stuff.  I used to sit down with a loaf of italian bread and a tub of butter and was in heaven.  Now I steer clear of breads(not altogether,serious slow down) and pasta, it has made a huge difference in the way I feel, for the good. 

I cut out a lot of wheat based products, especially the processed white stuff.  I used to sit down with a loaf of italian bread and a tub of butter and was in heaven.  Now I steer clear of breads(not altogether,serious slow down) and pasta, it has made a huge difference in the way I feel, for the good. 


I've been doing the multigrain pasta. Its really good.

When I eat bread, I try to do wheat- not always but often

good for you.



I've lost a few pounds from all that walking to the bus stop and also by cart collecting.

Gym 4 days in a row.  It is a record. One hour a day on the treadmill.  I worked out a schedule.  Five days a week for at least one hour, and every other day I have to do the 30 minute workout before getting on the treadmill.  They suggest that when you do the 30 minute workout machines you use them every other day.  I go directly after bringing Jake to school so the place is near empty, and since I live so close I can hop in and out with changing or showering, all I need carry is the cel, ID, headphones.  This could work out well.  :)

Gym 4 days in a row.  It is a record. One hour a day on the treadmill.  I worked out a schedule.   Five days a week for at least one hour, and every other day I have to do the 30 minute workout before getting on the treadmill.  They suggest that when you do the 30 minute workout machines you use them every other day.  I go directly after bringing Jake to school so the place is near empty, and since I live so close I can hop in and out with changing or showering, all I need carry is the cel, ID, headphones.  This could work out well.   :)


Good Luck Danoota. :)

Sigh. I give up on this trying to lose weight, stay healthy, and not get insulted by mother every time I go visit thing. I can't do it any more. I should just gain 200 pounds and live within reaching distance of my TV remote.

But that's not to say that the rest of you should stop trying!

Sigh. I give up on this trying to lose weight, stay healthy, and not get insulted by mother every time I go visit thing. I can't do it any more. I should just gain 200 pounds and live within reaching distance of my TV remote.

But that's not to say that the rest of you should stop trying!


No you shouldn't give up.  Ignore your mother and do it because you want to. Think of the benefits, set yourself realistic targets and then go for it.

I agree with all the tips/suggestions!  I also agree that it is hard to make changes (especially mindset), so don't be afraid to start slow.

I am still going to the rec center every weekday morning and jogging for 30 mins.  I worked Saturday, but went in Sunday and jogged 3 miles (39 mins).  So today I upped my miles to 2 and 2/3 (increase of 3 laps).  Took a little over 34 mins, but it's a start, right?  The only thing I wish is that I could go in and use the machines on alternate days, but the agreement between the program I'm in and URec is that it is for the track only and I don't have the money for a membership.  The upside is that it helps me get my 10,000 plus steps in each day (which we get points for).  I need to get back in the habit of doing that workout video as it has aerobics and floor work.

I try to eat my last meal before 6:30 or 7, but of course that isn't always possible.  I try to keep the junk food out of the house, but right now it is tough (can we say Halloween).  I've always known I have no willpower, so it takes more effort for me regarding the food part of the weight loss equation.  I do a lot of Lean Cuisine and Smart Ones and try to keep my points to around 18/day.  When I have bread, it is whole wheat and I try to stay away from pasta (unless it comes in the LC or SO meals).

To all our members fighting the good weight loss fight: have faith, be strong, don't beat yourself up over missteps...tomorrow is another day.

PS Don't get on the scale every day!!!  Do it at the same time only once or twice a week (mornings are better than evenings).

Well I am back from my trip, I will say I did a lot of walking - atleast 6 miles each day (no exagerating), but I also ate out a lot (2 meals a day +) and I did not make wise choices.  I do not seem to have that self control I once did.  I used to watch everything that I ate, and I mean everything.  I just can not seem to do it.  If I want something, I order it, I do not want to be deprived.  AAAAAGGGGHHHH now I have some sort of psychological problem to go with my obesity - is this a type of depression????

Tell me to go get on my elliptical - Thanks
Cynthia

I watcch everything I eat.  It's the only way I can make sure I don't drop any!  ;)

I watcch everything I eat.  It's the only way I can make sure I don't drop any!  ;)
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No you shouldn't give up.  Ignore your mother and do it because you want to. Think of the benefits, set yourself realistic targets and then go for it.


See. There's wisdom for ya'. Cheers karen. :D

I watcch everything I eat.  It's the only way I can make sure I don't drop any!   ;)



couldn't have said it better myself.



Hey Cynthia....







Go get on the elliptical











Whst? You told me to say that    ;D

I watcch everything I eat.  It's the only way I can make sure I don't drop any!   ;)


save some for the dog. ;D

I watcch everything I eat.  It's the only way I can make sure I don't drop any!   ;)



Well, I'm on a seafood diet. I eat all the food I see.  :D ;D ;D ;D




Cat

I'm trying to eat more Subway sandwiches but now I'm back to drinking more coffee with cream and 4 sugars with a Bostom Cream donut sometimes at DD,It's sort of like a late night snack for me.

I've been drinking almost a gallon of water a day and eating somewhat healthier.  I'll weigh myself on the Wii Fit when I have some time.

I've been drinking almost a gallon of water a day and eating somewhat healthier.  I'll weigh myself on the Wii Fit when I have some time.



A gallon of water,must be a lot of pissing!

I lost 5 pounds, and owe it all to the Planet Fitness that opened up near my house.  There is lots of machines(all with tv's), lots of parking, and lots of people who, like me, are there for the workout.  I have been using just the bikes and treadmill so far, but thinking on the 30 minutes workout station.   I have also been watching what I eat, probably would have lost a bit more if it wasn't for Thanksgiving.  I would like to lose about 25 more. 

I lost 5 pounds, and owe it all to the Planet Fitness that opened up near my house.  There is lots of machines(all with tv's), lots of parking, and lots of people who, like me, are there for the workout.  I have been using just the bikes and treadmill so far, but thinking on the 30 minutes workout station.   I have also been watching what I eat, probably would have lost a bit more if it wasn't for Thanksgiving.  I would like to lose about 25 more. 


That is so awesome Danoota!!! Congratulations to you!!!
Keep up the great work!!!

I was weighed yesterday at Curves.  I signed up for a new thing they are running - "No Gain Campaign".  If I don't gain any weight between now and March 16 I get a free t-shirt.  Ideally I'd like to loose some weight but I'll settle for not putting any on.

Yesterday I weighed 178lb - a loss of 10 lbs since signing up at the gym just over a year ago. (US readers)

Yesterday I weighed 12 stone 10 - a loss of 10 lbs since signing up at the gym just over a year ago. (UK and Aus (?) readers)

Yesterday I weighed about 81kg - a loss of 4.5kg since signing up at the gym just over a year ago. (European Readers)

I think that covers every option!

I was weighed yesterday at Curves.  I signed up for a new thing they are running - "No Gain Campaign".  If I don't gain any weight between now and March 16 I get a free t-shirt.  Ideally I'd like to loose some weight but I'll settle for not putting any on.

Yesterday I weighed 178lb - a loss of 10 lbs since signing up at the gym just over a year ago. (US readers)

Yesterday I weighed 12 stone 10 - a loss of 10 lbs since signing up at the gym just over a year ago. (UK and Aus (?) readers)

Yesterday I weighed about 81kg - a loss of 4.5kg since signing up at the gym just over a year ago. (European Readers)

I think that covers every option!


karma +1 for making sure all of our readers can understand your loss!!! ;D 8)

I have been bad... I sort of got on an ice cream kick. I have been moving just enough tho that I have stayed within my initial 22 lbs lost but I am not losing any more....

My apt was out of control before the fire (I was hoping to have a garage sale) so I had a lot of crap in my living room and I couldn't use the Wii Fit... it's totally going to yell at me when I get back on.  :-\\ 

I almost have the apartment clean so it won't be long.

Ever since I've had tendinitis, I have been worse than bad.  I'm ashamed of all the weight I've put back on.  You'd think that I would cut back on my eating now that I'm not exercising, but no, sadly, I have not.

How much does the Wii cost?  How about the Fit?  I am exploring all my options because even after I get back on the track, I don't think I'm going to be able to do 6 days/wk anymore.  I'm self-conscious about working out in my apartment because when I jog in place for my aerobics tape, the floor is so weak, the walls shake and I worry that I'm shaking everything on neighbors' walls.  On the other hand, I am self-conscious when I work out in the gym because it feels like I am surrounded by skinny women--and that is one thing I am not.  Maybe I should invest in a set of free weights and an Ab Lounger  ::)

I have got to get back into a focused mindset and get this weight off.

Is there a Curves gym near you?

Believe me, if the one I go to is anything to go by, you will see all shapes and sizes in there.  There are some super-fit ladies but most are not.

Is there a Curves gym near you?

Believe me, if the one I go to is anything to go by, you will see all shapes and sizes in there.  There are some super-fit ladies but most are not.



I can check into it as I don't know off the top of my head.  Do they really work?  I have heard people say that it doesn't work (but now I can't remember the word they used to explain why the concept doesn't work).  ???

I can check into it as I don't know off the top of my head.  Do they really work?  I have heard people say that it doesn't work (but now I can't remember the word they used to explain why the concept doesn't work).   ???


Well I think it works.  I have gone to other gyms before but didn't like feeling inferior.  There is no competition, just supportive women or you can ignore them and do your own thing.

Ever since I've had tendinitis, I have been worse than bad.  I'm ashamed of all the weight I've put back on.  You'd think that I would cut back on my eating now that I'm not exercising, but no, sadly, I have not.

How much does the Wii cost?  How about the Fit?  I am exploring all my options because even after I get back on the track, I don't think I'm going to be able to do 6 days/wk anymore.  I'm self-conscious about working out in my apartment because when I jog in place for my aerobics tape, the floor is so weak, the walls shake and I worry that I'm shaking everything on neighbors' walls.  On the other hand, I am self-conscious when I work out in the gym because it feels like I am surrounded by skinny women--and that is one thing I am not.  Maybe I should invest in a set of free weights and an Ab Lounger  ::)

I have got to get back into a focused mindset and get this weight off.


the wii is $250 the fit (if you can find it in a store like sears, kmart or a video game store is $90  online its anywhere from $120 to 150

I can check into it as I don't know off the top of my head.  Do they really work?  I have heard people say that it doesn't work (but now I can't remember the word they used to explain why the concept doesn't work).   ???


I think commitment is the word you're looking for  ;)  The first question I ask anyone who says such and such program doesn't work I ask how committed they were to it... at least I am big enough (pun not intended)  :D  to admit its my fault when I slip into old habits.

the wii is $250 the fit (if you can find it in a store like sears, kmart or a video game store is $90  online its anywhere from $120 to 150




A parcel arrived for Dai today that is the right size and shape to be a Wii fit.  fingers crossed

A parcel arrived for Dai today that is the right size and shape to be a Wii fit.  fingers crossed


all fingers and toes crossed here for you too.

A parcel arrived for Dai today that is the right size and shape to be a Wii fit.  fingers crossed


Got my fingers crossed.

To everyone:  Thanks for your input, it really helps!!!!!! (I mean that sincerely)  I do need to find something that I can stay committed to (I would have stayed committed to running, for the record).  I'll find it.  :)

great job everyone! I'm proud of all of your weight losses! I have been doing really well too. I have so far lost a total of 51 pounds. It feels so good to get rid of this extra weight! :)

great job everyone! I'm proud of all of your weight losses! I have been doing really well too. I have so far lost a total of 51 pounds. It feels so good to get rid of this extra weight! :)


Good going Erin!

Got my fingers crossed.

To everyone:  Thanks for your input, it really helps!!!!!! (I mean that sincerely)  I do need to find something that I can stay committed to (I would have stayed committed to running, for the record).  I'll find it.   :)


I think that's the key to it - finding something you enjoy and can do regularly and conveniently.

I forget, was it your knees that gave up with the running? Or shin splints?  Would power walking work?

What about swimming?  Jazzercise?  Boxercise? TaiBo? (I think its called)  A team sport such as volleyball?

great job everyone! I'm proud of all of your weight losses! I have been doing really well too. I have so far lost a total of 51 pounds. It feels so good to get rid of this extra weight! :)



I'm so proud of you, Erin!!!!!!

I'm so proud of you, Erin!!!!!!



thank you so much! :)

Congrats Erin!

Congrats Erin!



thanks Q! :)

great job everyone! I'm proud of all of your weight losses! I have been doing really well too. I have so far lost a total of 51 pounds. It feels so good to get rid of this extra weight! :)
Are you allowed to be thrilled for someone but hate them at the same time??  ;D

After christmas, that is my mantra at the moment. that's when the serious work HAS to start........... :P

great job everyone! I'm proud of all of your weight losses! I have been doing really well too. I have so far lost a total of 51 pounds. It feels so good to get rid of this extra weight! :)


:o  In my wildest dreams!!!  Congratulations!! and thank you... now I can say to myself "well if she can do it....."  Everything helps.  :)

great job everyone! I'm proud of all of your weight losses! I have been doing really well too. I have so far lost a total of 51 pounds. It feels so good to get rid of this extra weight! :)



Wow! Congrats.

As for me, I will drop a few lbs, add a few lbs. Drop-add-drop-add, etc, etc. I did get below my 1st target (5 lbs intervals) but haven't made it to the second one yet. Of course eating a brownie in the evening doesn't help.  :-\\



Cat

I was weighted yesterday and i'm at 45k (almost 100lbs),i knew i looked bad but it was scary to see the numbers. Hopefully this month with all the christmas food i'll gain some :-\\

I was weighted yesterday and i'm at 45k (almost 100lbs),i knew i looked bad but it was scary to see the numbers. Hopefully this month with all the christmas food i'll gain some :-\\


Good golly Miss Molly

I wish I could donate some of my extra tonage to you to help ya out.  Although, being different skin tones, it'd look a little creepy, but that's beside the point.  ;D  Hopefully you can get healthy this holiday season

Congratulations Erin on your weight loss.  Hubby has lost around that too this past year.  I go up and down, mostly up, but maybe I'll get my act together soon.

I was weighted yesterday and i'm at 45k (almost 100lbs),i knew i looked bad but it was scary to see the numbers. Hopefully this month with all the christmas food i'll gain some :-\\



Good God! You weigh what I need to loose... wanna meet half way  ;D


Serious Is just stay healthy kay.



I just found out that I get Christmas off now so I am going to AZ the Tuesday before Christmas... Holy Crap I gotta start doing something... think I can drop another twenty in two weeks?  :o

Good God! You weigh what I need to loose... wanna meet half way  ;D


Serious Is just stay healthy kay.



I just found out that I get Christmas off now so I am going to AZ the Tuesday before Christmas... Holy Crap I gotta start doing something... think I can drop another twenty in two weeks?  :o



At my High School Wrestlers do it all the time ??? ??? ???



NOt sure if you want the 4 hour workouts they get daily though :-\\ :-\\ :-\\


Good Luck :) :) :)


I am leaving for Disneyworld in 14 days - and I need to drop (swimsuit  :o :o :o) might as well stop eating now - watch out everone >:( >:( >:( >:( >:(


;D ;D ;D

At my High School Wrestlers do it all the time ??? ??? ???



NOt sure if you want the 4 hour workouts they get daily though :-\\ :-\\ :-\\


Good Luck :) :) :)


I am leaving for Disneyworld in 14 days - and I need to drop (swimsuit  :o :o :o) might as well stop eating now - watch out everone >:( >:( >:( >:( >:(


;D ;D ;D



hmm 4 hour workouts?  ::)  4 minutes would be a vast improvement...  must get motivated!

hmm 4 hour workouts?  ::)  4 minutes would be a vast improvement...  must get motivated!
;D ;D ;D

ME TOO

;D ;D ;D

ME TOO


I put my pedometer back on..so far I have walked 500 steps  ;D

I just tried Billy Blanks Boot Camp Basic Training DVD... now I know where they get the term Exercise in Torture  :-\\  10 minutes in and I am dying at least I'm walking in place while I type this.... think I am gonna go back to the original Tae Bo workout...now I know I can do it with out complaining.  :D

at first I was getting pissed because all the skinny bitches are smiling during the workout but there is one woman who is struggling... you cansee the pain on her face... right now she is my hero  ;D

OMG..I just bought Jillian Michael's (hot hardass trainer from the TV show, The Biggest Loser) workout DVD (30 Day Shred)....I just did it about an hour ago...she kicked my ASS good! It has 3 different level workouts and each one is only 20 minutes or so long...but let me tell you...I sweat more in those 20 minutes than I have doing the longest workout ever. It claims to make you lose up to 20 pounds in 30 days. Within the 3 levels and in each level you do: 3 min. of strength training, 2 min. of cardio, and 1 min. of abs....and you do like 3 series of each...plus a warm-up and cool down. That girl ROCKS!

OMG..I just bought Jillian Michael's (hot hardass trainer from the TV show, The Biggest Loser) workout DVD (30 Day Shred)....I just did it about an hour ago...she kicked my ASS good! It has 3 different level workouts and each one is only 20 minutes or so long...but let me tell you...I sweat more in those 20 minutes than I have doing the longest workout ever. It claims to make you lose up to 20 pounds in 30 days. Within the 3 levels and in each level you do: 3 min. of strength training, 2 min. of cardio, and 1 min. of abs....and you do like 3 series of each...plus a warm-up and cool down. That girl ROCKS!


shoot if I got that... between her & mr tae bo I might be dead at the end of a week...  ;D

I just tried Billy Blanks Boot Camp Basic Training DVD... now I know where they get the term Exercise in Torture  :-\\  10 minutes in and I am dying at least I'm walking in place while I type this.... think I am gonna go back to the original Tae Bo workout...now I know I can do it with out complaining.  :D



I always wanted to try Tae Bo but wasn't sure I was coordinated enough  ::)

I always wanted to try Tae Bo but wasn't sure I was coordinated enough  ::)


I thought I was uncoordinated doing the very first Tae Bo but after attempting the boot camp last night the first Tae Bo is EASY!

I have always had a problem getting up and out, the nurse practitioner suggested an iron supplement and I think it must be working because at the very least I remember to take it.  ;D

Hello all. I usually hang out in the amiright boards, but I've been having trouble keeping my weight down during fall and into winter for the past two years. I never feel like doing anything when it's all cloudy, and food tastes good to me. So, I need some excuses and some other people to help me out with some programs that I want to start. I've been very fortunate in having a lot of activity over my summers, but then when I step back into a building for fall, it all goes to scrap.

So... I have a question for you all. Is there a time of year when you have the MOST trouble with managing your weight? And what methods, if any, have you found helpful for staying healthy and being able to manage yourself? Feel free to comment on physical activity level, enforcement of healthy diet, even sleep habits and daily routines that have helped you out.

Oh, and hello, and I hope everyone's holiday preparations are going well.
-Glen

Hey Glen,


Usually the time of year I have problems managing my weight fall on those days that end in a "Y" the rest of the time I'm solid  ;)



Seriously tho. Its been a question of mind frame. There are days when I say should do this or I shouldn't eat that....

Like you I enjoy food... I enjoy the hell out of food!  So mostly I have to find victories in the days I get up and move and in the days I eat less of something than I usually... I rarely say no to a food I love but I have started eating less of it.

I tend to eat more in the fall.  That is when the holidays hit and you kind of get started and don't stop.  In the summer time I don't tend to eat as heavily because it is too hot to put all that stuff in your belly, then carry it around all day  ;D

Hey Glen,

Usually the time of year I have problems managing my weight fall on those days that end in a "Y" the rest of the time I'm solid  ;)

Seriously tho. Its been a question of mind frame. There are days when I say should do this or I shouldn't eat that....

Like you I enjoy food... I enjoy the hell out of food!  So mostly I have to find victories in the days I get up and move and in the days I eat less of something than I usually... I rarely say no to a food I love but I have started eating less of it.


My relationship with food is bitter-sweet, depending on the seasoning (ouch), but I also enjoy the hell hout of it. I think the problem for me is not making sure I'm as physically active as over the summer. Cutting down wouldn't hurt either. What food(s)



And Danoota, what is your remedy when the holidays start? Or is that still a work in progress?  :D

The problem with winter is that you want to hibernate a little bit so your body tries to stock up on fat and stodge.  Plus, as you say, the weather doesn't exactly induce us to go outside.

What I tried to do before (when I was still working and living in the UK) was to wrap up against the weather (not as much of a problem in the UK) and go for a brisk walk during my lunch break.  It helps get the circulation going and increases your metabolism.

You can try and work a little exercise into your routine.  All the oldies such as taking the stairs instead of the lift, park at the far end of the car park rather than aiming to be as close to the door as possible (or getting off the bus a stop early) all add a little exercise.

Any nice day during the weekend you should get out.  On Sunday we went walking even whilst it was snowing.  Wrapped up and moving helps keep the body temp up.

The problem with winter is that you want to hibernate a little bit so your body tries to stock up on fat and stodge.  Plus, as you say, the weather doesn't exactly induce us to go outside.

What I tried to do before (when I was still working and living in the UK) was to wrap up against the weather (not as much of a problem in the UK) and go for a brisk walk during my lunch break.  It helps get the circulation going and increases your metabolism.

You can try and work a little exercise into your routine.  All the oldies such as taking the stairs instead of the lift, park at the far end of the car park rather than aiming to be as close to the door as possible (or getting off the bus a stop early) all add a little exercise.

Any nice day during the weekend you should get out.  On Sunday we went walking even whilst it was snowing.  Wrapped up and moving helps keep the body temp up.



one of the benefits to being in Cali is I don't really feel this way for winter... except when it rains.

Ok so my plan is to get Christmas out the way and then lose some serious weight so I can actually fit in my bridesmaid outfit in March! My plan is to lose too much so that I can eat like a pig when I arrive in America and the dress will still fit 10 days later.  ;D 

where's the wedding?


I just finished the original Tae Bo tape (25 minute workout) as I suspect it was much easier after trying the Boot Camp workout but I am still sore from the boot camp workout.... my arms are killing me right now.

Ok so my plan is to get Christmas out the way and then lose some serious weight so I can actually fit in my bridesmaid outfit in March! My plan is to lose too much so that I can eat like a pig when I arrive in America and the dress will still fit 10 days later.  ;D 


Easy there girl. You'll end up packing on just enough to pop the buttons on your dress. Forget the weight loss, just by the dress a size too big and let all hell break lose  ;D

Easy there girl. You'll end up packing on just enough to pop the buttons on your dress. Forget the weight loss, just by the dress a size too big and let all hell break lose   ;D



;D





Glen two things I have tried that have helped a bit

1) chew slower... I used to inhale my food and would be on seconds before the first helping even made it to my stomach

2) Instead of eating off dinner plates, most days I eat off a salad plate that way I eat less.

I just did the eliptical... usually I am only good for two minutes  ;D  But I realized I watch the counter and get dejected....

today I put on some Eminem, turned off the lights and went full steam through 3 songs


When I looked at my display I learned I lasted 13 minutes. 2.5 miles.


YAY ME!  but when I got off my legs were shaking something fierce... I really need to get in shape.  now I will rest I don't know if my body can handle any more tonight but maybe.... just maybe I squeeze in the wii before bed.


for those keeping track I have worked out twice today for a total of 38 minutes  not great but better than yesterday which was 0 times for 0 minutes... the day before that was one time for 15 minutes.

where's the wedding?


I just finished the original Tae Bo tape (25 minute workout) as I suspect it was much easier after trying the Boot Camp workout but I am still sore from the boot camp workout.... my arms are killing me right now.
The wedding is in Delaware and sadly for me the outfit has already been purchased.
I have the top here and my friend has the skirt in Delaware. I won't get to try that on for the first time until 4 days before the wedding and they come up small apparently.............Hence my plan of losing weight before I go. 

The wedding is in Delaware and sadly for me the outfit has already been purchased.
I have the top here and my friend has the skirt in Delaware. I won't get to try that on for the first time until 4 days before the wedding and they come up small apparently.............Hence my plan of losing weight before I go. 


But what size did you tell her to buy? A UK dress size or your waist size?  Because the dress sizes are different here.  The jeans I am wearing are American and they fit comfortably.  The UK jeans I have in the same size have a faulty zip - it doesn't meet in the middle!  ;)    :-[

Hello all. I usually hang out in the amiright boards, but I've been having trouble keeping my weight down during fall and into winter for the past two years. I never feel like doing anything when it's all cloudy, and food tastes good to me. So, I need some excuses and some other people to help me out with some programs that I want to start. I've been very fortunate in having a lot of activity over my summers, but then when I step back into a building for fall, it all goes to scrap.

So... I have a question for you all. Is there a time of year when you have the MOST trouble with managing your weight? And what methods, if any, have you found helpful for staying healthy and being able to manage yourself? Feel free to comment on physical activity level, enforcement of healthy diet, even sleep habits and daily routines that have helped you out.

Oh, and hello, and I hope everyone's holiday preparations are going well.
-Glen



Glen,

Hope you don't mind if I add my 2 cents, for what it's worth.

I have been struggling with my weight since age 12.  I finally got serious when I hit a certain weight (I'm sure you won't mind if I don't say what that number was).  That was when the university where I work started a weight loss program that you could join for free.  That got me motivated.  I found out I did better if I had to account for what I ate (use a food journal).  I also got a pedometer to keep track of my steps (should try for 10,000 a day).  I found I could do it when I walked to and from work before work, after work and at lunch time.  They have done new programs every semester, so I keep going.  It is definitely easier for me to be active and outdoors in the summer since I live in Michigan and I tend to eat healthier and lighter (more fruits and vegetables/salads).  When the weather gets bad, so do I.  This fall, the weight loss program included a card that allowed me to use the Rec Center track for free.  I started walking, but that irritated my shin splints.  Then I took up jogging (would get up early to get it done before work).  I felt SO good until I got tendinitis and if you have been following in PPP, know that I am waiting results of MRI on foot.  Unfortunately, I didn't cut back on my food.  I have started using smaller plates and eat a lot of Lean Cuisines.  I had my last weigh in Thursday.  Gained weight, but lost an inch off my waist.  I will try to practice moderation (try being the operative word) over the holidays, then when the weight loss program starts in January, will get serious again (hit the "magic number" again, which is a HUGE motivation for me).  I have an aerobics tape (does that tell you how old it is) that I enjoy, but self conscious because walls of duplex are thin.  I am going to look into Tae Bo and Pilates DVDs.  Now that I live alone, don't have to worry about others watching me.  ::)  I just have to be careful with my foot until they fix it.

I put 600 steps on my pedometer today just walking back and forth from the dispatch center to the bathroom...















oh yeah... I also drank a gallon of water today  ;D

I put 600 steps on my pedometer today just walking back and forth from the dispatch center to the bathroom...















oh yeah... I also drank a gallon of water today  ;D


Good job on all the effort ;) ;) ;) ;)


Now can you motivate me???????

You'll have to wait till after the holidays though :-[ :-[ :-[