Weight Loss - Page 12

IRISH_EYES_99 · July 27th, 2008, 09:24 PM

It's ok to slide so long as it's not the giant slide.

Sometimes life really needs the comfort foods. In moderation. Good luck to all.

PoohsBigSister · July 28th, 2008, 12:56 PM

LOL!! and as long as the slide is made of hotfudge and whipped cream!!!

thank you for the encouragement Irish!

(((((((((((((((((((((IRISH)))))))))))))))))))))))))))

August 2nd, 2008, 03:19 PM

Nice thread.

I had one of those life-changing moments a couple of weeks ago when I caught a side view of my entire self in a floor length mirror. When I was nude. Nekkid. Making no attempt to hold my tummy in. Or my shoulders back.

It was . . . bad. But good, because it finally got me off my ass and back to the gym. Good gym, too. Affiliated with the local hospital and college. All of the trainers are majoring in Health Physiology (or something like that).

Joined Weight Watched. I've attended 2 meeting. Been working out 4 times a week.

Okay, 'working out' is a bit misleading. I walk on a treadmill. BUT I've gone from 1.26 miles to 1.96 miles in 2 weeks. BUT no incline. Once I can walk 2 miles consistently in the 3.0 mph level without the treadmill shrieking "SLOW DOWN! YOU'RE GONNA KILL YOURSELF, YOU FOOL!", I'll add a bit of incline, and then I'll start on the machines, even though they look intimidating.

*Really like this gym. No Barbies in thongs. If one comes in, I tend to sit on her.

I like Weight Watchers, too. Something about having to show up once a week and weigh yourself is motivating.

In any event, I've lost 4.4 lbs, gone from 192.something to 188.somethig. My goal is 153.5 (can you tell I'm kinda anal?). I don't give a damn what the BMI scale sez. At 149, I look like crap. After a certain age (and I've reached "a certain age"), a woman looks bitter with a bit more weight. That's what my grandmother said. And she's always right, even though she is dead.

Funny, this is one of the few sites online where I'm comfortable posting my weight.

Also funny how much better I feel about myself. I mean, weight loss isn't noticeable yet. I haven't lost a pants size, but I'm *doing something* about it.

I'm still not ready to risk a full sized look at my 53 yr. old self in the mirror yet. So I keep my eyes shut a lot.

Makes it hell to drive, but you adjust.

Melody

PoohsBigSister · August 3rd, 2008, 01:25 PM

LOL!!! one thing I HATE about Bruce's apartment currently is that it has all these floor to ceiling mirrors on the closets..like at a hotel!! jeez!! give me a break..I KNOW WHAT I LOOK LIKE!!!! LOL!

I have been sticking to my WW plan this past few weeks..which is a miracle in and of its self.. LOL

good for you Melody!!!

I'll keep checking in to make sure you are on track.

LOL

IRISH_EYES_99 · August 3rd, 2008, 09:29 PM

WTG on the weight loss.

When you do drop that 1 size down. Do something to celebrate. Like getting yourself some flowers or candles. That will help with the incentive to lose more. Good luck.

Wolf_angel · August 6th, 2008, 02:06 PM

Yes I agree with IRISH_EYES_99!!!!!!!!! Its so easy to fall off and struggle but the perks like IRISH said helps keep you focused. Plus a way to celebrate in style.
Have a great day!

ayla2eh · November 9th, 2008, 02:20 PM

Long time no chat!

Like Melody, I had an epiphany about my weight not too long ago. Mine happened when I unsuccessfully tried numerous times to get pregnant... I put 1+1+1, etc together and realized that weight was the biggest factor in that disaster. I started to slowly lose weight about 2 years ago and I mean slowly... only went down 15 lbs in the first year.

Then last year my brother was diagnosed with Diabetes. This kick started the biggest weight loss journey I have ever been on. I started following a glycemic index diet last February and have lost 45 lbs since then (total 60 lbs). Aside from the changes to my eating habits, I also make sure I exercise 20 - 30 minutes daily. I am down 4-5 dress sizes and am now smaller than I was 9 years ago when I first started chatting with this group.

Now the hard part is the plateau. My weight loss has slowed down because my body is now used to what I am doing with it. I have about another 60lbs to lose and it doesn't matter to me if it takes me another 2 years to do it. By the time I am at my final weight I will have developed a lifetime of healthy lifestyle habits.

magazineaddict77 · November 10th, 2008, 01:15 PM

I was curious about that book "The Skinny Bitch." I thought it wasn't going to be that good but it actually is! It opens your eyes to new things and it"s all about being as natural and healthy as possible. How to spot unhealthy ingredients in what you buy and a lot of other fun information. It has helped me improve my eating habits so I feel healthier. There's a little strong language so be warned =] It's kind of like they are trying to shock you into remembering the things they tell you.

Just a little fun fact =]

IRISH_EYES_99 · November 10th, 2008, 07:20 PM

A lot of salt isn't good for you. HOWEVER a little bit from time to time is good for the taste.

PoohsBigSister · November 11th, 2008, 10:00 PM

lol...i had surgery a month ago today and lost 7 lbs since then!

Wolf_angel · December 15th, 2008, 09:05 PM

Just a note as of to date I have went from 225 down to 169 pounds. The kicker is this past September 25 I found out I was a diabetic. I take pills but want to reach my goal weight. However there are a lot of diabetic cookbooks out there but none that hit common everyday meals for families i.e. pot roast veggies and mashed potatoes. So if any of you come along something that may help please post it.
Thank you
Have a great day!

P.s. A little bit of indulgence is good for when you are losing weight thus you dont crave what you didnt have, since you did have a smaller portion. Its when everything i.e. chocolate and whatever is take out of your usual diet so you can lose weight where it will make you binge thus adding not subtracting your weight.

ayla2eh · December 22nd, 2008, 11:52 AM

Hi Wolf_angel. I am following the GI diet. The author is Rick Gallop. I'd post the link but I haven't posted enough in wowwomen for it to work

His books have recently been released in the US. He has several books, including a cook book. I too find that most (including the GI Diet) books do not have enough family meal ideas. What I like about the GI Diet though is that the principles are laid out and you can either follow recipes in the book or adapt some of your old favourites by adjusting where necessary.

Sorry to say, mashed potatoes are taboo with Rick's plan. I have, instead, used the occasional yam or sweet potato. My usual is to cook up baby potatoes and leave them whole.

Congrats on your weight loss! I am now down about 65 lbs myself and have about another 55 lbs to go. Seems like a lot but I know that if I keep tabs on portions and the types of foods I eat, I will continue to lose the weight.

IRISH_EYES_99 · December 22nd, 2008, 05:41 PM

((((((( ayla2eh )))))))))))),
Nice to see you on the boards. Good luck.

ayla2eh · December 23rd, 2008, 03:07 PM

((((( IRISH ))))) good to see you too

Wolf_angel · December 24th, 2008, 11:05 PM

(((((( ayla2eh ))))))) Thank you so much. Will look for it.
Have a great day!

Merry Christmas to Everyone!

July 27th, 2008, 09:24 PM	#166
IRISH_EYES_99 Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: in the state of confusion :) Posts: 3,524	It's ok to slide so long as it's not the giant slide. Sometimes life really needs the comfort foods. In moderation. Good luck to all. __________________ Smiles are contagious. It's ok to pass them on. *

July 28th, 2008, 12:56 PM	#167
PoohsBigSister Long Live WOW!! Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: CO Posts: 1,791	LOL!! and as long as the slide is made of hotfudge and whipped cream!!! thank you for the encouragement Irish! (((((((((((((((((((((IRISH))))))))))))))))))))))))))) __________________ "Life is a flower of which love is the honey." Victor Hugo

August 3rd, 2008, 01:25 PM	#169
PoohsBigSister Long Live WOW!! Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: CO Posts: 1,791	LOL!!! one thing I HATE about Bruce's apartment currently is that it has all these floor to ceiling mirrors on the closets..like at a hotel!! jeez!! give me a break..I KNOW WHAT I LOOK LIKE!!!! LOL! I have been sticking to my WW plan this past few weeks..which is a miracle in and of its self.. LOL good for you Melody!!! I'll keep checking in to make sure you are on track. LOL __________________ "Life is a flower of which love is the honey." Victor Hugo

August 3rd, 2008, 09:29 PM	#170
IRISH_EYES_99 Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: in the state of confusion :) Posts: 3,524	WTG on the weight loss. When you do drop that 1 size down. Do something to celebrate. Like getting yourself some flowers or candles. That will help with the incentive to lose more. Good luck. __________________ Smiles are contagious. It's ok to pass them on. *

August 6th, 2008, 02:06 PM	#171
Wolf_angel A survivor of chaos Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Where my heart is Posts: 3,147	Yes I agree with IRISH_EYES_99!!!!!!!!! Its so easy to fall off and struggle but the perks like IRISH said helps keep you focused. Plus a way to celebrate in style. Have a great day! __________________ May you walk in the shadow of the Great Spirit~To help others is a special gift we can either give or take~The more you give the more you receive~

August 2nd, 2008, 03:19 PM	#168
Melody Guest Posts: n/a	Nice thread. I had one of those life-changing moments a couple of weeks ago when I caught a side view of my entire self in a floor length mirror. When I was nude. Nekkid. Making no attempt to hold my tummy in. Or my shoulders back. It was . . . bad. But good, because it finally got me off my ass and back to the gym. Good gym, too. Affiliated with the local hospital and college. All of the trainers are majoring in Health Physiology (or something like that). Joined Weight Watched. I've attended 2 meeting. Been working out 4 times a week. Okay, 'working out' is a bit misleading. I walk on a treadmill. BUT I've gone from 1.26 miles to 1.96 miles in 2 weeks. BUT no incline. Once I can walk 2 miles consistently in the 3.0 mph level without the treadmill shrieking "SLOW DOWN! YOU'RE GONNA KILL YOURSELF, YOU FOOL!", I'll add a bit of incline, and then I'll start on the machines, even though they look intimidating. Really like this gym. No Barbies in thongs. If one comes in, I tend to sit on her. I like Weight Watchers, too. Something about having to show up once a week and weigh yourself is motivating. In any event, I've lost 4.4 lbs, gone from 192.something to 188.somethig. My goal is 153.5 (can you tell I'm kinda anal?). I don't give a damn what the BMI scale sez. At 149, I look like crap. After a certain age (and I've reached "a certain age"), a woman looks bitter with a bit more weight. That's what my grandmother said. And she's always right, even though she is dead. Funny, this is one of the few sites online where I'm comfortable posting my weight. Also funny how much better I feel about myself. I mean, weight loss isn't noticeable yet. I haven't lost a pants size, but I'm doing something* about it. I'm still not ready to risk a full sized look at my 53 yr. old self in the mirror yet. So I keep my eyes shut a lot. Makes it hell to drive, but you adjust. Melody

November 9th, 2008, 02:20 PM	#172
ayla2eh Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 4	Long time no chat! Like Melody, I had an epiphany about my weight not too long ago. Mine happened when I unsuccessfully tried numerous times to get pregnant... I put 1+1+1, etc together and realized that weight was the biggest factor in that disaster. I started to slowly lose weight about 2 years ago and I mean slowly... only went down 15 lbs in the first year. Then last year my brother was diagnosed with Diabetes. This kick started the biggest weight loss journey I have ever been on. I started following a glycemic index diet last February and have lost 45 lbs since then (total 60 lbs). Aside from the changes to my eating habits, I also make sure I exercise 20 - 30 minutes daily. I am down 4-5 dress sizes and am now smaller than I was 9 years ago when I first started chatting with this group. Now the hard part is the plateau. My weight loss has slowed down because my body is now used to what I am doing with it. I have about another 60lbs to lose and it doesn't matter to me if it takes me another 2 years to do it. By the time I am at my final weight I will have developed a lifetime of healthy lifestyle habits.

November 10th, 2008, 01:15 PM	#173
magazineaddict77 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 6	I was curious about that book "The Skinny Bitch." I thought it wasn't going to be that good but it actually is! It opens your eyes to new things and it"s all about being as natural and healthy as possible. How to spot unhealthy ingredients in what you buy and a lot of other fun information. It has helped me improve my eating habits so I feel healthier. There's a little strong language so be warned =] It's kind of like they are trying to shock you into remembering the things they tell you. Just a little fun fact =]

November 10th, 2008, 07:20 PM	#174
IRISH_EYES_99 Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: in the state of confusion :) Posts: 3,524	A lot of salt isn't good for you. HOWEVER a little bit from time to time is good for the taste. __________________ Smiles are contagious. It's ok to pass them on. *

November 11th, 2008, 10:00 PM	#175
PoohsBigSister Long Live WOW!! Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: CO Posts: 1,791	lol...i had surgery a month ago today and lost 7 lbs since then! __________________ "Life is a flower of which love is the honey." Victor Hugo

December 15th, 2008, 09:05 PM	#176
Wolf_angel A survivor of chaos Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Where my heart is Posts: 3,147	Just a note as of to date I have went from 225 down to 169 pounds. The kicker is this past September 25 I found out I was a diabetic. I take pills but want to reach my goal weight. However there are a lot of diabetic cookbooks out there but none that hit common everyday meals for families i.e. pot roast veggies and mashed potatoes. So if any of you come along something that may help please post it. Thank you Have a great day! P.s. A little bit of indulgence is good for when you are losing weight thus you dont crave what you didnt have, since you did have a smaller portion. Its when everything i.e. chocolate and whatever is take out of your usual diet so you can lose weight where it will make you binge thus adding not subtracting your weight. __________________ May you walk in the shadow of the Great Spirit~To help others is a special gift we can either give or take~The more you give the more you receive~

December 22nd, 2008, 11:52 AM	#177
ayla2eh Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 4	The GI Diet Hi Wolf_angel. I am following the GI diet. The author is Rick Gallop. I'd post the link but I haven't posted enough in wowwomen for it to work His books have recently been released in the US. He has several books, including a cook book. I too find that most (including the GI Diet) books do not have enough family meal ideas. What I like about the GI Diet though is that the principles are laid out and you can either follow recipes in the book or adapt some of your old favourites by adjusting where necessary. Sorry to say, mashed potatoes are taboo with Rick's plan. I have, instead, used the occasional yam or sweet potato. My usual is to cook up baby potatoes and leave them whole. Congrats on your weight loss! I am now down about 65 lbs myself and have about another 55 lbs to go. Seems like a lot but I know that if I keep tabs on portions and the types of foods I eat, I will continue to lose the weight.

December 22nd, 2008, 05:41 PM	#178
IRISH_EYES_99 Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: in the state of confusion :) Posts: 3,524	((((((( ayla2eh )))))))))))), Nice to see you on the boards. Good luck. __________________ Smiles are contagious. It's ok to pass them on. *

December 23rd, 2008, 03:07 PM	#179
ayla2eh Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 4	((((( IRISH ))))) good to see you too

December 24th, 2008, 11:05 PM	#180
Wolf_angel A survivor of chaos Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Where my heart is Posts: 3,147	(((((( ayla2eh ))))))) Thank you so much. Will look for it. Have a great day! Merry Christmas to Everyone! __________________ May you walk in the shadow of the Great Spirit~To help others is a special gift we can either give or take~The more you give the more you receive~