New "active" member - 47 - Anyone using Dr. Oz's "You on a Diet"?

Hi

I have been a member for over a year, but am trying out the forum for the first time!

I have about 25 pounds to lose, and have been reading "You on a Diet". Previously when taking my measurements, I had always measured the upper part of my waist. I never measured around my stomach! Dr. Oz's way is to measure around your navel. He even says you can suck in your gut first (if you can ) He claims an ideal waist for a woman is no more than 32.5. Men should be at no more than 35. Unfortunately, I measured in at 38.5! Talk about a light bulb moment!

I have gained back 15 of an original 30 pound loss in 2006. Mainly due to late night eating and lack of exercise. I have been striving for 30 minutes of walking every day and trying to add back in my dumb bell lifts and crunches on my ball (used to be done religiously). Just thought maybe I should try the route of talking to "friends" instead of going it alone.

You should get several replies but I am not familiar with the time frame. I have been using Calorie Count since July and trying to maintain my weight through the holidays.

Jeff

Thanks, Jeff.

That makes two of us. I have never posted anything before (today).

I found that to be one of the hardest things to do, to maintain. Seems most of my life I've dieted, but always had trouble maintaining. This site is going to help me do that (once I've reachieved my goal weight )

Wanda

Hello,

I am reading it as well, and will be trying it out.  I like knowing why I'm following certain advice, and the book does I nice job of explaining the science behind their advice.  I will likely combine their diet with the Mediterrainian diet, as there are many similarities.

Good luck,

Ajjb 

I've been considering it, also. I have honestly been hoping someone on here will try it and let us know if it was easy to stick with and worked. The initial shopping list is going to get a bit expensive, and I'd like to hear from people who have used it before we go to the trouble.