30 somethings size 16+

Aanyone interested in keeping each other motivated?  I am 36, 5'3 and size 18.  I refuse to weigh myself until I get down to at least a size 16 again.  Why beat myself up even more than I already do just knowing I'm bigger than I've ever been in the clothes department?

So, let's get started!  I'm choosing better food choices (limited whole grain bread, fresh fruit and veggies, lean protein, limited portion sizes on sweets, etc.) and trying to get my walking in.  What is anyone else doing? 

Glad to see you, mjbilly.  Things have been stressful here but are slowly getting easier.  Today I had a mini-binge (cookies and mountain dew- eek!) but it filled me up so I ended up not having lunch.  Planning a healthy dinner of chicken breasts and steamed veggies so should be fine for the day.  I felt so bad, I through away the last cookie and  few ounces of soda.  Anyhow, try to resist those snacks but if you fail, like I did, just pick yourself back up and plan a healthy dinner.  It happens to the best of us!!

Have a great day, everyone!!

kthompson92~ I know what you mean with the mini binges. I had 2 little snickers half the size of the mini ones today. But we had like you Chicken on the George Foreman and broccoli with some rice. And did our walk. We did anonther 30 min one tonight. Going to do some exercise on the ball tonight. Seen a couple that I would like to try. Well I hope everyone has a good night! Talk to you tomarrow!

I took off a couple days.  Sorry.  How's everyone doin.  Good job with the carrots and the thinking about the next healthy meal rather than getting so down on making a mistake.  Heck, we're all human and this ain't no easy road we're on.  

So, what is HIIT or whatever letters those were?

HIIT is high intensity interval training.  It's short burts of speed followed by a short recovery period.  This is typically done for a five minute block to start (30 sec. of speed (sprinting for instance), followed by 30 sec. recovery (walking or jogging)).  That may not seem like much, but it's tough and five minutes seem like forever when you're huffing through it.  As you get more aerobically conditioned, you add time but this shouldn't be done for very long periods of time.  The program I'm using tops out at 15 minutes.

Ohh, okay.  That's what HIIT is.  That does sound like a great work out.  

good for you.  Turning 35 definitely is a motivation in itself to lose weight.  I only wish I stayed motivated.  I gained back what I lost and then some.  : (

Good Morning Everyone!

Ok so now I know what HIIT is ~ Thank you~ I found something that I am going to try out next week. Right now my son and I walk about 35 mins. We added about 15 mins to our usual walk time. But we are going to try to brisk walk for 10 mins. then run 30 seconds and walk for about a min. I found it here on the calorie count site for beginers. I havent weighed myself since monday morning but I do feel better each day. Hope I have lost too. I will weigh myself tomarrow. So far so good. No night snacks~ and trying to add more water. I will check back later!

I didnt get to walk last night. My boyfriend called me and said he didnt htin that his dog was going to make it and he called the vet. Well Bern is a St. Bernard that is almost 11. We did get him to a vet for emergency care and they kept him overnight. So it was a hard tough night last night. So far we have not heard anything about Bern yet. I prayed for him last night. I just wanted to share that with you all. Because I had to just tell someone. So anyways I will get back on track tonight with a walk. I did weigh myself this morning and I was down 3lbs. 187.4 monday ~ 184.4 this morning.

I do have a question. Is it better to eat supper then go for a walk ? Or walk first then eat? I dont know what is better. Can some one help me out. Thanks

mj, that sounds like a good beginner plan.  I don't think it really matters whether or not you eat before or after your walk.  BTW, are you from the East coast?  Supper is something my mother says and she's from back East.  Congrats on your weight loss.  I hope your dog is okay.  I know I would be devastated if my fur babies were ill.

So, my good news is that I'm down 7 lbs. from last Friday.  Some of this is water, well, perhaps most of it is water from my TOTM.  However, after not seeing any movement on the scale in eight months, I'm pretty excited.  The body comp was pretty successful and I've learned quite a lot about my body.  I think I now have the tools to continue losing the last 36 lbs.  Perhaps by my birthday next April, I will be at my goal weight.  What a gift that would be!

Have a great weekend everyone.

mj, I'm so sorry about your dog.  I lost mine last spring.  I know how you must feel.  

I've read that after supper/dinner is better than before.  But, either way is good.  Before I would guess it jump starts your metabolism to kick in, and after your metabolism will kick in later is all.  Whichever time you know you can consistently make, and feel most psychologically able to do I would think is best.  That's my 2cents.

Woo hoo for you april!  Seven whole pounds!  Wow!  I am way so jealous.  I could never lose that in a week.  Hypothyroidism would never allow it.  Although this new medication I'm on has given me way more energy and I've actually been exercising consistently over the last month!  Did weights in my living room today on my upper body and went for two whole walks yesterday!!!  

You ladies all have a wonderful weekend!  I'll be on here for awhile tonight if anyone wants to chit chat...

Update ~ Well Bern is back home now. Came home saturday. He is doing better but wont ever be 100%.

1aprilfool~ I am from Wisconsin & congrats on the weight loss!

Well I hope that everyone has a good afternoon~ I am busy at work so I will check in later!

hey everyone...how's it goin?  sorry I've been gone.  Been absorbed in economic crap since my husband works in the financial industry and his job is at stake.  breathe in, breathe out...

going for a walk with a friend here in a minute.  waiting for her to get here.  i can't seem to stay very motivated, let alone get motivated to get on a weight loss regimen.  ugh.  Help!!!!

stress in my life is adding up, and I really should be turning to exercise more.  But sleep and exhaustion tries to take me over.  I took a vitamin today, which is helping, but oh do they make me ill.  

let me know how everyone is doin...who's from Wisdonsin BTW?  That's where I am!

Blondemama!!! I am from Wisconsin~

I can understand how the stress is building up. It is building up in everyone else too with the way the world is headed now. I hope it gets better soon!

So anywho? Why are you just not motivated? If you have stress a good walk should change things for a little while. I have really noticed the leaves starting to fall and how they are chaging color already. I know what you mean about the weight loss too but if you can just get the umph to get out the door that is a big step.

I am doing pretty good. Not doing what I said I was going to do with adding water to my diet during the day. I did have 1 bottle today.

Does anyone know of a good pedomiter. I got one the other day and it seems to just count even when I am sitting. LOL.

Well I will talk to everyone later!

Hi everyone, I've been missing for a while here. Not on cc but just on a few post pages I've been on. Anyway! I've been busy with a family matter for a while now, and it's cancer. My great uncle has cancer and I'm now his care giver, and I don't mind doing the work. It's been a up and down road so far, back to back doctor appointments, and no room to relax at all. I got a day off from these doctor appointments today, and boy of boy... I just got to do my best to keep myself together. I've missed one to many morning meals on the go, and my weight was down one pound last week, and up again this week. I can't break free of this ugly cycle, and I am trying to get back on track. I am trying to get back on board with my program.. Eating right and now once again working out. I know I got a few days in last week, but have not be able to get in over 3 hours of workout in yet this week. I did good to get the 1 in, and I feel like I'm on my way to a break down. I just got to get strong. So this is my plan.

WHen he is there getting his treatments, I am going to walk for 2 of those hours, and then take a good book, and maybe walk againg for another 30 mins an hour later. That's going to be one hell of a walk on monday.

Then my uncle takes over on tuesday. I get to go to the gym. I got plans for the gym twice a week, and I am going to get my weight training program in during that time.

Then on wednesday I will have him again for a treatment, and then a break once I am done taking care of him. That's if he's strong enough to stay at home without me there.

Girls I am a busy woman, and boy oh boy.. I sometimes thing the earth is falling right for under my feet.

How are you all doing????....... SOrry for going on and on..

lynnhaslost~ wow you go girl! Taking on such a responsibility you are. It is hard and tough but you hang in there. I think what you are doing is sucha wonderful thing!  But yes you should be eating breakfast it is the most important meal of the day. If you cant make it then take it with. Like you can pack it the night before or even if you throw some Kashi in a ziplock bag you can munch on that. Or some breakfast bars just throw them in your purse of bag. And going for a walk while he gets treatments is a good idea also. Then you are getting some exercise in. Hang in there! Take care.

Hi, Im new to this place, and was hoping to maybe get in on the support system you all have going here.

I am 31, and to be honest, after reading all of the replies, I feel as if I am the biggest one here. At my heaviest, I weight 255 pounds. My doctor put me on a 1200 calorie diabetic diet. I was debating the lapband surgery. I have lost down to 213 pounds and to be honest, I cant tell you what size clothes I wear anymore. All my old clothes fall off me, and I cant see going out and buying brand new clothes when I am still doing my best to lose weight. I have changed the way I am eating, although I have to have a VERY limited excercise routine due to the fact I have a bloodclot in my leg. My doctor wont allow me to do anything other than walk and swim.

Instead of eating a half a bag of chips for a snack, I now eat a tortilla with some deli sliced chicken on it, I changed from Ranch Dressing to reduced cal ranch dressing, I now have a variety of salad dressings that are low cal and taste great.

I was actually able to get into a dress I wore 10 years ago. A major accomplishment for myself. However, the problem is, I have found myself snacking late at night again, and that is something I have to stop.

Well, I have rambled enough for now. I just wanted to give an introduction to myself and see if I would be able to join in here.

Thanks for reading,

Michelle aka DucttapedHalo

lynn:  my heart goes out to you helping so much with your great uncle.  

it's all about choices, right?  like, what do i choose to bring with me for a snack, or what do i even go out and pick up to buy to eat, which store/restaurant do i choose that will have the best choices of food for me?

welcome duct!

mj:  wisconsin is definitely not a motivational state for me to live in!  i feel like the weather is always against me.  but lately, i have absolutely no excuse.  it's been warm and perfect outside.  

i don't know what my problem is.  i have been taking my walks though pretty regularly.  maybe it's time to step on the scale again.  i'm just so afraid i will become addicted to it again, and beat myself up for the slightest increase in weight, or just get plain obsessed with constantly thinking of calories, weight, exercise, etc. and not paying attention to my family. i don't think i've lost very much lately when i've actually been getting out and walking, and even eating better.  

i have hypothyroidism, so that may just be something i have to live with.  it's depressing to think no matter what i do, it doesn't really matter...

Hi everyone, I would love to join the group you have going here.  I just turned 35 years old a couple of weeks ago.  I am a size 18.  At my highest weight I was wearing a size 26/28.  Happily, that was now a long time ago.  I haven’t really had to deal with my weight going up and down.  I have been lucky enough to keep off what I’ve lost.  However, I haven’t lost what I need to yet.  A couple of months ago, I had to admit that I was basically maintaining and that, since I am still over 200 pounds, I am not at a weight where I should be maintaining.  My main short term goal is to fit into and look good in the maid of honor dress I am wearing for my sister’s wedding, which is in less than 2 months.  Another main goal is to get under 200 pounds.  My long term goal is to get to a truly healthy weight.    

 I have been a member of the cc website for about 6 moths now, but have really gotten more involved in it over the last several weeks.  When I first starting losing weight, I accomplished it by walking on the treadmill and by eating healthier foods.  Now that I am trying to get to the next level, I am concentrating on portion control and not eating in-between meals.  I had a terrible habit of snacking before dinner and late at night watching TV.  I read in one of the posts someone recommended not eating for 3 hours before going to bed.  I agree that helps enormously.  I have stopped snacking after dinner and I am seeing a huge change.  Also, I’ve noticed that now that I’m not snacking, I have stopped watching so much TV, which can’t be a bad thing. 

I look forward to keeping in contact with everyone and supporting each other to help us all reach our goals.     

Thanks everyone!

Well girls, I've been working over time with this mess. I am going to have to pack my lunch the night before like I do the kids. Oh! And my breakfast. Keimo is 5 hours, and the time we will be getting there want be known until Next Monday. CRAP! So this is my plan.

If I have to be there at 8 in the morning I am going to carry my breakfast and eat it once I get there and head out for my walk.

10:00 I always have some dried mango. I can't help it.. I really love the stuff. I get it from the health food store..  10 slices to a bag, and I always eat 2, so I will take 2 in a ziploc with me.

12:00 If I am tight on cash and can't go get me a nice lunch I will back a peanut butter sandwich...

3:00 I'm home.. Salad here I come.. Taking a rest break as well.

5:00 I gotta get dinner started, and to stay on track I will stay with a meal plan still so I want mindlessly stress overeat. So I'm going to get another salad in loaded with grilled chicken. I will have the large salad.. When I go large I never eat it all, and I do dip into my salad dressing so I want eat too much salad dressing. I always over dress my salad with dressing, and that does helps out a lot. Low fat ranch is the best in my book.. Never could fall in love with anything else.

I will eat my salad by 6:00. Then here comes 8:00 snack.. One yogurt.. I like to call it my fake ice creme since I can't have it any more.. Don't know when to stop with ice creme that's why.

That's my plans girls..

Welcome newbies, and find a seat.. I'm going to keep everyone posted, because right now.. I really do need everyones support.

I've been looking at everyones posts, and we all are doing so good for busy people I must say. I'm stressing a little, but you know what. I know my cc family is going to help me get through this.

Thanks girls, and take care...

Good morning, lovely ladies! 

halo- don't sweat your current weight and whether or not you're the biggest here.  All that matters is that you've made HUGE progress and you plan to keep losing.  Besides, at 213 you're heavier than me 'cause I'm still at 225. 

Well, ladies, some events transpired 14 hours ago that may have very well turned my world upside down.  We currently have 50-50 custody of my stepdaughter.  We live in the same small suburb as her mom, both about 1 mile from her school, and have her every other week as well as some extra time for church and school activities.  Her mom had been insinuating to my husband that she was going to have some tough times coming up with her live-in boyfriend.  Last night, I was home by myself and my step-daughter showed up with her mom and 1/2 sister.  Her mother was in tears and said she had to leave my SD with us indefinitely.  We couldn't have been happier!

My mother-in-law (who had also been notified) and I spent the next 40 minutes gathering snacks, gas money, phone cards and helping get my stepdaughter's mom settled and on her way out of town with her 4 year old.  She doesn't have a plan right now other than going to a friend's 3 hours away.  She didn't call us last night as she had promised.  While her mom isn't abusive, she is rather selfish and neglectful of my stepdaughter.  We are so happy and are praying this leads to full custody so we can offer more day-to-day stability.  My mother-in-law was given a key to the house and she and I will go over today to collect some more of her things.  That way, if the boyfriend cleans the house out or moves, we have all of her important items.

So, my life is chaotic and uncertain right now but we know where our little girl is and know she is being well cared for ALL the time instead of just half the time.  What a weight off our shoulders!

Kthompson- Wow, that would be a relief for you and your husband, but I sure feel for the young girl involved. That has to hurt her very badly. I would definately document the time and day she dropped her off and talk to a lawyer as soon as possible. That would go a long way in court. Thank you for your support darlin, I already love it here!