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| Weight Loss | Name 3 Things About Your Body That you Appreciate | Aug 07 2009 15:13 (UTC) |
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What a great idea - I love reading all the positive messages people put about themselves for this post!! As for me: 1. My long, healthy hair has always been attractive 2. My eyes are very expressive 3. I have elegant hands |
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| Vegetarian | Healthy vegan dessert? | Jul 02 2009 21:30 (UTC) |
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How motivated are you? I usually find that I can make just about anything to suit my tastes...of course it isn't pre-packaged or grab-n-go without some planning. Suggestion - make air-popped popcorn balls with molasses and vegan chocolate chips. :) A little will go a long way (popcorn filler) and it will taste chocolaty and sinful without being too high-calorie (as long as you don't overdo the molasses...use as "glue" not "coating"). |
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| Fitness | Everyone: Hard or Soft? | Jul 01 2009 16:57 (UTC) |
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I think it was Fabienne in Pulp Fiction who said it best..."It's unfortunate what we find pleasing to the touch and pleasing to the eye is seldom the same." LOL My boyfriend has recently followed my example (he's sweet, always said how proud he was of my accomplishments) and he lost a bunch of the "padding," putting on muscle instead. [side note: his arms are like rocks and he's been working out 3 months - it took me over a YEAR to get hard arms...SO many differences btwn men and women...] I find he is better looking...but I don't like laying my head on his arms anymore...snuggling is definitely less comfortable!! Oh well...
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| Weight Loss | I zipped my chub trying on pants! | Jun 19 2009 18:40 (UTC) |
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I'm glad I'm not the only one! Little different circumstances...for my birthday I got a gift card to a store I'm not familiar with, so I went there to see if anything fit me. I was trying on a couple of things, none of which fit, when my boyfriend said we were going to be late for his mother's dinner. In a rush I pulled on MY dress (the one I wore in)...it was a bit tight I knew but lovely and (mostly) flattering and I wanted to impress his family that day...well, I couldn't get it zipped up. I rushed and pulled too hard and heard this awful tearing sound! I'd ripped the zipper completely loose from the back of the dress. I was trapped in the fitting room with nothing to wear out into the store to ask for help, much less to dinner that night! I had to call out for help...then ask the sales girl to help me find SOMETHING that fit so that I could buy it and leave the store. I ended up going to dinner that night in a pale blue, stretch-crocheted waist crepe mini skirt (TOO short) and white button-down ruched shirt that pulled at the bust. :( I was so embarrassed... Happy ending: when I lost more weight my boyfriend surprised me with that same dress...he'd had the zipper repaired and the dress sized down too so it would fit right. He probably spent $100 or more on it, when the dress was a $50 thing from JC Penney, but it was so thoughtful and I loved it! |
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| Weight Loss | Need a little help... | Jun 10 2009 20:52 (UTC) |
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Oh boy, there are so many complications our bodies can throw at us...let me see here... Did you check the calorie burn meter according to your stats here on CC? Try to aim for a 500 calorie deficit each day. If you're just doing 30-60 minutes of steady aerobic activity 3x per week, you have adapted to that already. Do 20 minutes of squats, pushups, etc..."resistance" type moves (no equipment/weights needed here), then do some interval cardio, like 30 seconds of pushing yourself hard (but not overly so in the beginning...be smart), then 2 minutes of slower motion, alternating for 20 minutes. You should see changes in your body shape if not the scale immediately, which can sustain you through a weight plateau and keep you on track. Also, look at the types of food you're consuming. Are you eating too much fruit? Too much salt? Not enough protien (vital for losing weight)? Too little fiber (ai for 25 grams a day)? Balance your diet to try and get a wide range of nutrients while shooting for 30% healthy fats, 30% lean protien, and 40% whole-grain carbs. You may have lost quickly in the beginning because of sudden changes you made, but not be eating cleanly enough to keep losing from here. Be patient with yourself...stress won't help you! :) Make more changes and remember to breathe...it's about endurance not speed in this venture (I know, it took me 3 years to get to my ideal weight, but I made it)!! |
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| Weight Loss | High protein, low carb breakfasts | Jun 10 2009 16:53 (UTC) |
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Low-fat dairy (as mentioned here) is awesome for breakfast. It's so high in protien and low in carbs...also the higher fat versions will help you start the day off feeling fuller (though they are higher in calories, so watch portion sizes). I like Nancy's Organic Cultured Lowfat cottage cheese and FAGE greek yogurts... I also recommend Flatout wraps - the light ones have 90 calories, 9 grams of fiber, and 9 grams of protien. I use them to wrap up a chopped "egg salad" with diced egg, cucumbers, peppers, and greek yogurt. |
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| Motivation | Your next cheat day/item? | Jun 08 2009 18:46 (UTC) |
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I've been thinking about this...beyond the super tasty healthy meals I look forward to, I'm really curious to try that brownie blizzard thing at DQ! I'll probably con my boyfriend into splitting a small with me so I can taste a few bites without the calorie bomb effect...a taste is all I really want anyway! |
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| Fitness | Aaaack, that CAN'T be right....but is? | May 21 2009 20:43 (UTC) |
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Well, there are several that I used for averaging purposes before I went to my doctor, but here are a couple starters: http://www.healthcentral.com/cholesterol/home -body-fat-test-2774-143.html http://lowcarbdiets.about.com/library/blbodyf atcalculator.htm
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| Fitness | Aaaack, that CAN'T be right....but is? | May 19 2009 22:48 (UTC) |
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THANK you spirochete!!! And good job to you too, littlejudy! It's definitely a lifestyle change, and I certainly had to deal with friends/boyfriends/family when they urged me to "just stop" losing weight (I have a small frame and knew my BMI, and they thought I ought to quit at 165lbs...HA!) I'm in semi-shock now from the recent news...it just doesn't make sense to keep to my original goal now if I'm "healthy" already...that would be mildly obsessive (and therefore unhealthy) right? Mental....adjustment....processing.... |
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| Weight Loss | Husband doesn't want me to lose weight | May 12 2009 18:33 (UTC) |
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I really can relate, though my saboteur was an overweight boyfriend of 8 years who lived with me, not a husband... His common lines were "you make me feel guilty for eating what I want," "why don't you eat with me anymore," and "I don't understand why you want other men to look at you when you already have a boyfriend." Keeping in mind I was 215 lbs with a BMI of 32 and trying to lose weight so that I could avoid the onset of diabetes and high blood pressure... That relationship ended for me...but again I was not married to him. I hope your husband can change his behavior for love of you. Even if he can't, never stop loving and appreciating (and trying to improve upon) yourself!!! You are worth the effort, and worth someone's support and encouragement. You sound sensible enough to know that already, but we ALL need to HEAR IT sometimes. :-) |
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| Weight Loss | Low Calories, lots of exercise, still gaining | Feb 17 2009 18:31 (UTC) |
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That sounds odd to me...are you eating a lot of high sodium foods? I'd bet it's water weight, especially if you're making big changes all of a sudden. I didn't check your math or your age, but be sure you're not creating too big of a calorie deficit with your reduced intake plus workouts. Ideally, you want a deficit of around 500 calories. You could try cycling your intake (1800 to 1400 to 1300 to 1600, etc.). |
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| Weight Loss | But I do it anyway...what do you STILL do, when you know better? | Feb 17 2009 18:23 (UTC) |
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Original Post by meyeli01: Yeah, I'd like to add buffets to that...be it at a wedding or one I've paid for (gotta get my money's worth then)...I nearly always do it right the first time (1/2 plate veggies, 1/4 lean protein, 1/4 whole grains or healthy carbs)...then I go back and sample all the things I've seen on other people's plates! I usually get a tummy ache for my greed, though... |
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| Foods | ???---**how many packets of splenda/sweet and low/ equal do you use?? Too much? | Feb 17 2009 16:19 (UTC) |
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15-20 packets seems like a lot to me...I don't consume anything in that high a quantity (relative quantity, I mean). I have 1 packet if I drink coffee to make it more palatable. For me, it's a trade off - I could use plain raw sugar, but that means I must have less of something I like even better (like fruit, or nuts) in order to meet my calorie goals. I know my tastes have adjusted to less sugar and salt over time...yours probably would too. If you could begin to cut back on the sweet flavors in your diet, you might even like the taste of the plain foods better...just an idea... |
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| Weight Loss | But I do it anyway...what do you STILL do, when you know better? | Feb 17 2009 16:04 (UTC) |
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Original Post by tiwana1: Well, the "jury" is still out on this one, and goodness knows everyone has an opinion, but here is a link (probably not the best one, but hey) that discusses some of the negative sides of Splenda: http://www.splendaexposed.com/articles/2005/1 1/the_hidden_chem.html In general, the idea is that any chemically altered, "created" foods are just never going to be as safe or good for you as natural whole foods, and since nutrition is just not all clear to us yet and we are still making discoveries, the fear is that the artificial foods and substances we create to "cheat" calories or fat could have dangerous side effects, potentially ones we can't even guess at yet... |
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| Weight Loss | But I do it anyway...what do you STILL do, when you know better? | Feb 17 2009 15:41 (UTC) |
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I definitely agree that there is no "evil food" (real foods, that is), and chocolate, ice cream, natural sugars, butter, and wine/beer and coffee aren't that bad when consumed in moderation, and possibly even have health benefits in small quantities (debated, but possible). It seems like hard liquor (does that have any health benefits at all, I don't recall ever hearing that it does) and artificial sweeteners, soda pop of any kind, severe calorie restriction, eating oversized portions / seriously overindulging in ANYTYHING, and smoking all definitely qualify as "KNOW better, but do it anyway!" Those things we just know are bad for our bodies, but because of taste, or habit, or addiction, or rationalizing, we still do them! For most of us it doesn't seem to reach the level of an actual health disorder, thankfully! I suppose it's just a side effect of being human... If I die of cancer from eating Splenda, it's my own dang fault. ;) |
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| Weight Loss | But I do it anyway...what do you STILL do, when you know better? | Feb 16 2009 20:28 (UTC) |
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OH yes, I'm the same when it comes to wine...definitely a trap for me. I CANNOT stop at one glass!! I guess alcohol in general would be one of those "know I shouldn't but do it anyway" areas. And I, too, try to compensate sometimes when I ought to just get back on the wagon (e.g. no dinner, since I ate too much at lunch). Ugh.... |
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| Health & Support | Aw...Crap. | Feb 16 2009 20:01 (UTC) |
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High protein sources that are non-soy: Greek yogurt (a little tart, so I use it in place of sour cream), Spinach has an amazing amount of protein for a veggie, eggs, especially the whites, are good if you can eat them as a semi-vegetarian (I'm not one, so I don't know), flax seed is good to add to dishes for extra protein and good fats, supplements like GNC's whey protein powders, and there are MANY kinds of beans/lentils that help you keep things varied. Hope that helps, and good luck with the allergy test. Hopefully it's just one kind of soy that's bothering you!! |
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| The Lounge | Over 30 Club, here I am! | Feb 16 2009 19:47 (UTC) |
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Keep up the positive attitudes!! That helps so much in reducing stress and whittling away the pounds. Keep plugging away, keeping with the healthy eating, regular exercise (including muscle-building...BIG fan of that), and non-food rewards! Aging is inevitable, but I feel like I'm marching towards improving myself with every passing month. :) |
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| Weight Loss | bra bulge? | Feb 16 2009 19:37 (UTC) |
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Exellent advice here about bra fitting - in addition let me add that I always had "bulge" over the back of my bra strap (and a little on the sides of the cups, too) until I began to do weight lifting!! It's partially genetic and weight related, and I'm sure my solution wouldn't work for everyone, but just in case, I wanted to share. I do "rows" or lat pulldowns to strengthen my back muscles, and I found that this helped tone up my back and the layer of fat has diminished. It's not gone, but it's SO much better. No such thing as spot-reducing, I realize, but the muscle toning has definitely helped me anyway. :) |
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| Fitness | Is It True? | Feb 16 2009 19:04 (UTC) |
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Ok, here's my (limited) knowledge on the subject: Muscle tissue burns more calories than adipose (fat) tissue. I'm not sure about the details, but I know it's not a HUGE (like 20-1) difference, but it does make a difference. At any rate, it can't hurt the average person to gain a little more muscle, right? With no equipment, you can build leg muscle with squats and lunges (performed accurately, with the knee never extending past the foot) and calf-lifts - you can hold something with weight to give you extra resistance when you need it, but your own body weight could be sufficient in the beginning...for arms and chest, I favor pushups, which you can increase in difficulty by going to knuckles, or one-handed, etc. Also you can do core workouts like planks, situps with leg lifts, standing twists with something heavy in your hands (I use this huge jar that used to contain pickles, filled with water...LOL). Check online for workout routines - they are EVERYWHERE. Just be careful to keep your limitations in mind and don't hurt yourself...check with your doctor if you're new to working out and if you have any injuries or weak spots!! Good luck! And don't be fooled, you really don't need to buy most of the expensive workout equipment and props...the only things I bought are a balance ball and a floor mat. :) Then again, I'm not training for anything or going for body-builder toning, just working out to keep solid muscle and stay healthy! |
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| Foods | Fiber tablets for feeling full? | Feb 16 2009 18:20 (UTC) |
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Thanks for the info - that was really helpful! I do add flax seed to my oatmeal sometimes, or mix it into my pasta sauce... I was drawn in by the added benefit of calcium, plus the convenience of chew tablets (no need to mix with water). Although I'm constantly drinking water, I drink it from a glass and not a bottle, so shaking a mix-in is not an option. :) Still, it seems like not such a good bargain after all... |
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| Health & Support | What US size am I? | Nov 12 2008 19:34 (UTC) |
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Sadly, it depends on the manufacturer of the clothing. I measure 35" bust, 25" waist, and 34" hips and I am wearing size 2 (and even zero) in some brands, and size 4 or 5 in other brands...it totally depends on the cut, too. Women's sizes are NEVER easy! :( It seriously seems like clothing sizes run bigger than they used to (a perk when I was large, but not so much now). |
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| Fitness | Toes go numb while on Eliptical? | Sep 04 2008 18:13 (UTC) |
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Thanks guys - I always had this issue and thought I was pushing too hard or something...I tend to put my weight on my toes even while walking, so I'll try hard not to do that from now on! |
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| Fitness | most embarassing moment(s) at the gym? | Aug 29 2008 17:46 (UTC) |
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I have one - similar to yours gurlywurly - I was in my apt. complex fitness center at night all by myself and I was running on the treadmill. I had a TV on to provide distraction, when suddenly I heard a noise behind me that made me think someone else had come into the fitness center. I turned my head and didn't see anyone by the door, so I got startled and turned the other way around to see if a person was in there that I hadn't seen (night time, alone at the fitness center, single female, OK so I was worried). I promptly lost my balance and stepped off of the belt, so when I put my other foot down I went FLYING off the end of the treadmill. When I landed on my butt at the end of the belt, my sweat pants got CAUGHT in the moving belt and I couldn't pull them out! I saved myself by taking them off and getting up to turn off the treadmill (so THAT'S what those emergency red stop plugs are for). At that point, 3 guys walk into the fitness center to see me standing, sweaty and bruised and pantless, on the stationary treadmill. I was utterly humiliated. At least one of them (laughing) helped me get my pants detangled from the belt. I fled to my apt. as soon as I could to nurse my pride and ugly purple bruises. Oh, and that noise I heard? It was the automatic AIR FRESHENER going off!! |
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| The Lounge | Over 30 Club, here I am! | Aug 28 2008 21:50 (UTC) |
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Thanks girls for your words of encouragement! Sounds like I'm in some pretty good company this decade, too. ;) Having been over 30 for...8 days now...I can say I'm REALLY "over" it. Feels no different, and as a side bonus the metabolism jolt from eating ice cream, lasagna, piles of cheese and birthday cake for a few days then going back to clean eating has helped me drop a few lbs...closer than ever to my goal!! |
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| Young Calorie Counters | Anyone aprox 5'6 in their 20's wanting to lose weight? | Aug 20 2008 17:16 (UTC) |
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Original Post by rubyblue12: Good thought...if I can manage to stoke up my willpower enough after a small taste to walk away from chowing down!! :) Mentally I'm doing a yo-yo: "only live once enjoy the taste treats it's my big 30th B-day darn it" VS "no food is worth this stress just stick with healthy it pays off." BTW today is THE DAY. Goodbye 20's forever, hello OVER 30 Club! May this decade be better than those before it... |
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| Health & Support | When do you stop? | Aug 19 2008 15:04 (UTC) |
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Wow, it's like you read my mind...I'm having a fat MONTH. I've been struggling with settling into maintenance and NOT trying for the next lowest "number" on the scale, and then my birthday hits and everyone is kindly taking me out to eat, etc. and I saw to my horror the scale is up 5 lbs from two weeks ago and that is definitely not maintenance. I am trying to soothe myself by remembering that once this patch of errant eating is over, I can just jump back on the CC wagon and take the weight (probably half water anyway) back off. Mentally, though, it hurts...and my clothes still fit exactly the same and I have no reason to complain in truth. I struggle because for so long I had a "goal," and then I reached it (YAY!) and now I feel like holding on to it is harder than anything. I keep thinking "oh, the scale isn't dropping, I need to do something about that"...it's a hard pattern to break after 3 years... |
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| Young Calorie Counters | Anyone aprox 5'6 in their 20's wanting to lose weight? | Aug 15 2008 20:06 (UTC) |
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Wow, I really need this right now...I'm 29, 5'6" and 132lbs trying to shave off the last 7 or so (small frame). I was SOOO close, down to 127 when suddenly mid-summer hit and vacations started and all my progress went out the window as I ate out in unfamiliar cities, went camping/floating, and now my birthday is next week (the big 3-0) and I know there's a party being planned, and dinners, and I just can't stand the idea of my whole summer of hard work being ruined over 3 weeks!!!! Ok guys...strength...I need strength. How do I decline a slice of birthday cake (carrot w/ cream cheese frosting, it really is my favorite) someone home-baked for me, or a slice of lasagna from a friend I see twice a year, or an after-work ice cream with the guys in the office (I work with all guys) as my "big birthday" salute? I can't say I'm still dieting...they'd all laugh since I'm not the 210 lbs I used to be, so they think I should be "done." Guess Sept. will be the month for restitution after August seriously sets me back...(btw I know to eat in moderation when it's the bad stuff, but even a small piece of my friend's awesome lasagna is like 500 calories...). I feel doomed...
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| Weight Loss | :) Im gonna make my Husband a very happy man | Aug 15 2008 16:29 (UTC) |
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Congrats, you've done AWESOME! Keep your goals in mind, you can do anything you put your will towards accomplishing...and yes, let us know how surprised/pleased he is...but don't go into TOO much detail! LOL :) |
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| Foods | Survey: Restaurant dishes | Aug 13 2008 18:15 (UTC) |
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Whee, fun! Hamburger fast food - Winstead's! Or Wendy's as a second choice.. Chicken fast food - not unless I can't get anything else...I guess KFC Pizza fast food - Minsky's or Wheat State Pizza Sub sandwiches - Mr. Goodcents (gold bread is great) Fast food Chinese - violent allergy to MSG...no chinese for me Fast food Mexican - Chipotle! Ice cream fast food - Twister's Frozen Custard, or Cold Stone if I'm being VERY bad Bubba Gump: ??? Never heard of it IHOP: Mexican Omlette Arby's: Oh, I eat here every week - the Martha's Vineyard salad w/ raspberry vinaigrette (JUST A DRIZZLE) Cheesecake Factory: Evelyn's Favorite Pasta Olive Garden: Mushroom Ravioli Panera Bread: Vegetable soup with a whole-grain baguette and apple TGI Friday's: it's been too long...but I'd try something grilled fish... Lone Star Steakhouse: Petit filet, rare Tony Roma's: ??? Never heard of it Noodles & Company: Haven't been there - but a whole-grain pasta w/ veggies if they have it Red Robin: Clam chowder! Yum! Or if I'm being good, the california chicken sandwich on whole wheat bun with no sauces or cheese... Starbucks: Not a coffee drinker Jamba Juice: ??? Never heard of it Bucca di Beppo: Something I can share...with red sauce. Long John Silver's: Don't eat there Sizzler: ??? Never heard of it Trader Vic's: ??? Never heard of it Bob Evans: Don't eat there Benihana: ??? Never heard of it Romano's Macaroni Grill: It's been...oh, high school or so since I've been there. Red Lobster: Grilled, crab-stuffed flounder, by itself or as part of the seafood feast along with shrimp scampi and snow crab legs California Pizza Kitchen: Mushroom pizza or greek pizza on wheat crust with light cheese Coco's Bakery: ??? Never heard of it |
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I need to come up with a punishment for myself when I do that!
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