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| Motivation | 140/130 club | Jan 30 2008 21:35 (UTC) |
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| Cassy - When do you turn 30??? I am turning 30 in 22 more days & I'm SUPER excited about it. I hope you aren't bummed. Most of my friends are 30+ so I have always felt like the little kid, maybe that's why I am really excited. I don't know...but somehow, 30 sounds so mature to me and I'm ready to be taken more seriously! I'm just bummed that I'm not in the BEST shape for my 30th, but I'll get there before I turn 31, that's for sure! So I'll be one hot 30 year old MILF (hee! hee!) As for the sleeping, maybe you just need a few stiff drinks to knock you out...just kidding! I totally feel for you and when I was having issues, I tried reading at night instead of the computer or TV and also would play soothing music and shut off all of hte lights and relax in the dark. My hubby wasn't so fond of that, but I didn't care, I needed something. I hope you can get some sleep soon! | |||
| Motivation | 140/130 club | Jan 30 2008 04:54 (UTC) |
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Good Evening All! I went a little overboard today on my eating, but let me tell you...I have been craving apple pie so I decided to enjoy it today...it was worth it! I'll just make up tomorrow for the extra calories today. I'm learning to not beat myself up when I do make these decisions and it's really been working. I just focus harder a couple of days afterwards, but sometimes I just get those cravings and I know if I let it go for too long, I'll end up binging and really go overboard, so I sometimes have to give in! Joan - I know this probably sounds silly, but I have been avoiding cooking on the weekends because I am afraid it is going to take me all day long to do it. How long do you typically spend cooking? I'm not one who likes to be in the kitchen for too long, but I can do it for a couple of hours. I really want to relax on my weekends and enjoy my family, I work so much throughout the week that I really feel I owe it to them and to myself to hang out. At the same time, I know that the only way I am going to get these last few lbs off and maintain them is to be focused on my healthy eating, which means I have to be prepared. Can't there just be some sort of magic potion I can take to make it all better??? I hope things work out for you soon! Sounds like you have a ton of chaos going on! I wish you luck! Cassy - I feel for you girl! I had the hardest time sleeping for several months, I finally went to the doctor. He ended up giving me antidepressants. He said I had some of the symptoms of depression, one of them being lack of sleep. I had NO clue that he would even suggest that, and to be honest, I was a little embarrassed, but after taking that medication for about a week...wow, what a difference that has made. I sleep like a baby! Good luck, I hope you can find a way to help you sleep soon! It is very frustrating to be so tired all day and then not be able to get a good night sleep! Brigitte - Just make up tomorrow. You'll be okay. I do the same thing...you'll see above. Try not to beat yourself up too much...you'll be fine!!! Alizus - Oh my gosh!!! I just had this conversation w/my doc last week. I still have a hard time believing that I am so much smaller than I used to be. In fact, one of the ways I had to convince myself, is not by looking in the mirror, but by taking pictures of myself. I don't feel too different, but I am noticing some changes...finally!!! I am beginning to become a little more confident in myself as far as going out and meeting new people. I have always been a social person, but liked to stick w/who I knew. Also, I was down to 126 and ended back up to 140. My friends now tell me that I looked like I was sick when I was at my lowest and when I do make comments about wanting to lose a few lbs, they give me a hard time. I have just decided to not say anything to them and to get down to where I feel the best. I really don't want to get all the way to 126, but like you, I really liked the wiggle room, I just happened to take it a little too far, but I'll get back there! Cassy - YUMMMY!!! I am going to have to try the strawberry shortcake this weekend! That sounds soooooo good! Thanks for the tip! |
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| Motivation | 140/130 club | Jan 29 2008 03:55 (UTC) |
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| Hi All!
Sounds like there is alot going on! I've seen a couple of you talking about some good recipies in here...wanna share w/me? I'm always looking for something different to make. So, I did my first WOG (I loved that when I saw that on here) and I haven't done it since. I really wasn't feeling good these past few days, but I finally went to the doc this weekend and got some medication, so I'm just now feeling normal again. I will get back on schedule tomorrow. My eating has been pretty good, I love to snack though and that has been tough on me. It's so easy to pull out a few cheeze-its or cookies. I make it such a process to find healthy snacks, it's just as easy to pull ot an apple or some carrots, but for some reason it seems to take more of an effort...I just need to change my thinking! I did lose 2+ lbs last week and now I'm down to 137.6 (YEAH!!!!) It's kind of funny what that can do, my clothes are fitting a little more comfortably, hopefully I'll get back into my skinny clothes in the next month! Heather - My son has been playing sports since he was 6 years old. He had SOOOOOO much energy, we had to get him out of the house. He started w/baseball, then began football, now he is wrestling, and is checking into track & field for the spring. It keeps me very busy, but it is so worth it. He gets rid of his energy that way, plus now that he is getting older he is really into his health. He has dreams of going to college on an athletic scholarship, so he will do anything to keep in shape and continue to do well at his sports. I really didn't do anyting to motivate him, I just started him out in sports so that he wouldn't drive me up a wall!!! I just wish I had the energy so that I could work out w/him at his practices, especially his wrestling, he is in the best shape he's ever been in now. If he chooses not to do track & field this spring, my hubby is going to start them up at the gym, so I might just have to do the same w/them. It'll be great family time, plus we all get a work out. I would maybe suggest to your daughter that she tries something like softball, soccer, dance, or even swimming to get her active. If she gets onto a team, she will be w/her friends too. Good luck with that! Have a great night all! I'll be checking in more often to let you know how the WOGGING (I love saying that) goes! |
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| Motivation | 140/130 club | Jan 23 2008 03:27 (UTC) |
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| Thank you all for being so welcoming! Thought I'd check in before I take my 1st run! I'm taking my son & dogs w/me. My son is 13 and he is all about being in shape, so he has agreed to be my "trainer". It should be lots of fun...I just hope he doesn't push me too hard :)
Joan, Bridgette, Cassy, Colleen, Sherry (I hope I didn't miss anyone) - I was checking out your pics and all I have to say is WOW!!!! You all look so FABULOUS! Joan- I know what you mean about trying to find size 2...I used to cry when I would squeeze into a size 14, then when I got down to 126 I would cry because I would find something really cute, but not small enough. I laugh now that I'm in my "fat" clothes...size 4-6 (Never thought I would consider those big!) I just really need to get a toned body like yours so I can wear a bikini this summer and feel good in it. Sherry - I'm 5'3". I also tried out WW (Loved it, but easily gave up when I hit a plateau). Let your friend know that it really is an awesome program and easy to follow! So, I have just a few more questions for all of you. I currently am on calorie-count.com, but I keep seeing the calorie plus...will my info transfer to that if I sign up on it, and what are the benefits? Also, I noticed that some of you have weigh in & measurment dates, can I get in on this w/you? Do you all post to one another so that you are held accountable? If so, I think that is a great motivation. Anything else I should know? I'm really excited to be a part of this group! Thank you all again for being so welcoming! I'm off for my big run (not really that big, only 20-30 minutes, but big to me) |
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| Motivation | 140/130 club | Jan 21 2008 02:09 (UTC) |
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| WOW...lots of posts on here, I haven't read them all, just a couple, and this seems to be the place to be! I lost over 60 lbs in the past 3 years, I hit my goal weight (actually a little under) last January, but this holiday season has really kicked in the lbs for me. I am currently 140.2lbs and looking to get back down to 130lbs. I really started to get too comfortable I think w/my weight loss and really backed out on excercising and started eating WAY too much! So, I'm back on board and could use any advice/encouragement anyone has to offer up! 2 things I am starting up with again...watching my calories...I am going to stick to 1700/day and am going to begin training for a 5k run as well as beginning The Firm. I will say, I am not a fan of excersice, and LOVE to eat. If anyone has any ideas for me as far as tasty/healthy snacking and fun activities that have worked for you, please give me some help! Thanks all! And congrats to all of you who have hit your goals and have maintained them...I have found it is almost harder to maintain then it is to lose, so kudos to you!!!! | |||
| Health & Support | Too thin or just right? (old thread) | Oct 09 2007 06:11 (UTC) |
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| Oh boy...I am really concerned about you. Not only do you look too thin, there appears to be some other sort of self-destruction going on as well (by the looks of your upper arm). I have a sister who has been battling w/self destruction for years, one of the things she did to herself, was eat very little. She was anorexic along w/doing many other harmful things to herself. A direct result of her anorexia put her in the hospital for weeks w/tubes up her nose and heart monitors on. The doctors were very afraid she was going to die becuase of the lack of nutrients she had in her body. She was eating so little that her body could not perform the "normal" functions any longer. She was a mess. Thankfully, she pulled herself out of it and is now eating healthy and no longer cuts herself. She does, however, have long term effects of the torment she did to herself. You really should be getting some professional help - ASAP!!!! | |||
| Motivation | before and after pics | Oct 09 2007 05:50 (UTC) |
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| I don't know how to post the pics here eithers, but mine are on my profile...I keep looking at them as motivation to keep the weight off...it's definately a constant work in progress, but I'm proud of what I have accomplished and want to maintain it! | |||
| Foods | Measuring Pasta? | Sep 28 2007 03:25 (UTC) |
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| I always measure mine in 1/2 cup after it is cooked. I'm not sure if this is exactly the amount you should have, but was told by someone at Weight Watchers that is how to measure if you don't have a scale. | |||
| Fitness | Has anyone taken a pole dancing class? | Sep 28 2007 03:11 (UTC) |
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| I did a 4 week class here in Las Vegas. I can't believe how many strippers there are in this world...holy cow, I thought even the beginning class was a tough work out. I had muscles I didn't realize I had, not to mention the bruising I got from spinning around the pole. All in all, I thought it was a great class, but wouldn't do it again for 2 reasons....1 - it was $150/month which consisted of 1 class/wk. 2 - I don't think I got all what I could have out of that class because it was a little akward for me to do some of the things in front of other people, maybe would have been better one on one or w/very close friends. | |||
| Weight Loss | Why do people look at me like I'm lying when I tell them how I lost weight | Sep 16 2007 07:50 (UTC) |
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| I believe that sometimes, the comments people make, they don't realize how it comes across. After my weight loss (35 lbs taking me to a final weight of 126 @ 5'3"), my mother made several comments about me having lost my "assets". She thought it was the funniest thing. One of my sisters actually told me she was mad at me because I made her become the "Fat Sister". My other sister started telling other family members that it was "obvious" that I was not taking care of myself, "no one loses that much weight with out having some sort of issues". My dad actually pulled me aside and lectured me about being healthy and that it didn't matter that 3 different doctors had told me that I needed to lose weight, I should actually have to gain weight now because I am "too skinny". It wasn't until I had written a letter to each person in my family telling them how they were hurting my feelings and that I was excited about my accomplishment, but that being around them really made me ashamed of myself. I put statisics in my letter, I put all sorts of medical information in there to show that I was healthy. After each one read my letter, they all called me to tell me how sorry they were and some of them even admitted to being jealous. Now, my mom & one of my sisters have been on a plan and have been losing weight consistently for the past couple of months. So, I think everyone is finally accepting after I pointed it out to them. | |||
| Weight Loss | Find your twin on CC! | Sep 09 2007 21:16 (UTC) |
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Sex: F Height: 5'3" Weight (as of today): 131.2 Goal: 125 Frame: Small w/more of a muscular tone |
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| Weight Loss | Which diet pill has worked the best for you? | Sep 09 2007 20:50 (UTC) |
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| I actually went to a "Fat Doctor"...that's what I call her anyway. She prescribed Phentermine. My general practioner had advised me to not be on this medication for more than 6 months because he said there are no long term studies out there yet. So, I had used the Phentermine, under a doctors care, for 32 weeks (I know a bit longer than my general dr. wanted me on it for) and I lost 35 lbs. I was taken off the Phentermine in Jan and have maintained my weight since then. I continue to see the "Fat Doctor" on a monthly basis to be weighed in and for a food counseling session. In talking to her about the succession rate of this medication, she has told me that only 30% of patients who use this Phentermine to lose weight actually maintain their weight loss for a year or more. She believes it is because many people use the medication to lose weight and do not change their lifestyle while they are on it. I truly believe that seeing a "Fat Doctor" while on this medication has helped, I have completely changed my diet and have kept to it and have also incorporated a daily activity. I recently started on CC since I quit smoking...I'm more nervous than ever to gain the weight back, but my "Fat Doctor" has advised me to keep a very detailed journal to maintain my weigh loss. | |||
| Weight Loss | I cant see myself properly! | Sep 09 2007 20:36 (UTC) |
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| I also have issues after having lost 55lbs. When I look in the mirror I don't see that big of a difference, but I have found that looking at pictures of myself, I can see the difference and am happy with what I see.
Please just be very careful at how you look at yourself. My sister is a recovering anorexic. At one point, she was given only 6 weeks to live because of the damage she had done to her body. She is in a recovery program now and has been at a healthy weight for almost 2 years. However, she still suffers from many problems from her disorder, one being her throat (she also threw up alot) and she is going for surgery in 2 weeks to repair the damage she has done to her throat. She also has to have her heart monitored on a regular basis because when she was in her worse shape, the doctors had said her heart was going to fail on her because she was not getting the calories needed to keep her vital organs working properly. It is a very scarey situation, and every day I am thankful that my sister has taken the steps to get where she is at today, but she constantly lives with the memories of it and the effects of it will be with her for the rest of her life. |
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| Motivation | Time to do what?? Healthy what?? OK..I'm in a rut! | Sep 09 2007 20:21 (UTC) |
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| I recently was having issues w/getting back into the groove of things...same thing, had some family functions, got off track, school started, I actually just quit smoking, etc...so what I have done is, right away when I am having an "Attack" (that's what I like to call a craving) I take a drink of water. Second, I haven't been to the gym, but I have been doing some sort of activity each day w/my son. For example, yesterday, we went bowling, today we are going hiking. Just before he started school, we walked to the store to buy his school supplies. I also purchase a yoga DVD and have started doing that in the evenings before I go to bed, it is a great way to relax and get some sort of excercise in. Hopefully this helps! I know how it feels when you start to let go, it's a little disappointing to yourself, but don't worry too much, just try to find a way to get it back. Good luck! | |||
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