Weight Loss - Page 8

Wolf_angel · September 12th, 2005, 03:58 PM

Well ((((((((WA114)))))))
This is what I think....Motivation is a major part of doing and staying on anything. It can be your job or friendships crafts or anything you are doing to improve yourself or surroundings. I have found out today without trying I have lost another 3 pounds from the 15 I have regained over the summer. Not bad and its a start considering the chaos that is reigning in my home and personal life. Yet I will continue to keep motivated and staying on course with this. I found the article from Winn very informative. Also, that with my current struggle with the weight loss I am doing, that the more support I have the better I do. Yet life and the things that happen that I have no control over i.e. chaos that is reigning in my home I do my best to deal with. To get back to some sort of peace and calmness restored. Yet knowing that I have lost 3 pounds in two weeks is good start huh? I think so.
Have a great day!

WA114 · September 12th, 2005, 05:01 PM

Hi, Wolf_Angel

I'm glad you liked the column. Winn has many others on the site as well. Look for them <a href="http://www.womensweb.ca/articles/winn.php" target="_blank" style="color: red; text-decoration: underline">here</a> (just click the button to show them all). His columns (and his book, <i>Be Nice (Or Else!)</i>) are uplifting, funny, and they have really helped me at times when I needed a swift kick.

He's really a great motivational coach.

Motivation and joy in life, as you said, are all about striking a balance and recognizing the difference between those things over which you have direct control and letting go of those things you are powerless to change. It's hard sometimes to let go, but knowing when, where and how to choose one's battles really does lead to an improved sense of self, of confidence, and of control.

I'm sending encouragement to anyone who could use a little extra lift today.

And if you need a <i>lot</i> of lift, have you considered an underwire? Ha ha ha ha ha! Just kidding!

WillowWOW · September 12th, 2005, 10:46 PM

((((WA114)))))
I just love how we are all coming together and helping each other out from tips and tricks to motivational reading.

Awesome posting ((((((Roomies))))))

Keep up the great work!

Have a great day!

rjsfeminist · October 14th, 2005, 02:00 PM

I've gotta admit, motivation is hard to keep up at times. I manage to keep walking/running most mornings (I notice it helps me keep somewhat focused throughout the day), but watching what I eat is a little more difficult.

My son, though, who started going to Weight Watchers with me has lost 40 POUNDS since the beginning of the year! I didn't think he'd stick with it, but I'm really proud of him.

IRISH_EYES_99 · October 15th, 2005, 12:45 AM

wow, WTg rjsfeminist son. WTG rjsfeminist it's hard to keep it going.
What an accomplishment.

Mine is a struggle. Lost and sadly put it back. The only positive thing is when I've gone for my 6 month checkup the weight has been the same. (sigh)

Back to the drawing board for me. Not giving up yet.

Again Kudos to you and your son.

rjsfeminist · October 15th, 2005, 04:08 PM

Thank you, Irish.

You're right; it's a real struggle to lose weight, at least for most of us. I had a friend years ago with a weight problem; as she put it, if your doctor or SO tells you to quit drinking or smoking, you can do it and live, but you can't quit eating and live.

Wolf_angel · March 8th, 2006, 11:37 PM

I did it again!

I lost a pant size! Just hope I can keep on with my plan and dont fall off the track. Real easy to do this!!!!

I thought losing weight and you can go back to what you did in the first place that helped keep the weight on you. Well I now realize that isnt the case. Oh well.

Now mind you I am doing this solo with the exception of the support I get from here and the roomies.

I did research and with past experience, I started doing my change of lifestyle plan in stages.

Stage 1---Eat breakfast for a week

First thing you do is skip or miss a meal...Hence you are starving your body! Not good!!!!

Stage 2---Eating a healthy lunch!

I did cottage cheese with fruit yet salads are yummy too.

Stage 3--Start Exercises!

ON monday wednesday and fridays I kick my own rearend. Yet on Tuesday Thursday and Saturdays I do warm ups and a walk.

I eat a regular dinner with my family yet smaller portions and do my best not to eat after 8 p.m.

Plus drink your water 8 eight ounce glasses a day other than coffee or tea.

Snack on fresh fruit and indulge your cravings a little bit (small portions)

And the weight comes off!

Have a great day!

fortunefaded · April 3rd, 2006, 11:12 PM

Hey everybody, im new here and wanted to say hello. Im interested in a lot of the topics you guys are talking about and I hope to get involved here. Thanks!

Addie · April 4th, 2006, 12:06 AM

Hey there fortunefaded! Great to meet you! I look forward to your input on any and all of the discussions. Welcome! :-)

IRISH_EYES_99 · April 4th, 2006, 03:56 PM

Hi fortunefaded,

As Addie said welcome to WOW, and to the boards. We'd love to have your input.

While here why not check out the chat schedule, or pop into WomensSpace. Some roomies are there most nights around 9PM ET.

We love having newbies join us. Don't forget to bring chocolates, or pizza.

Topics range from this to that, covering most everything.

Hope to see you in chat, and on the boards, Welcome to WOW !

fortunefaded · April 7th, 2006, 02:05 PM

I have a major sweet-tooth and I also love chocolate. So until I decided I wanted to lose a little weight for summer, working with Jell-o wasn?t a problem. As you might imagine, being surrounded by sweets might make it hard to curb my carb intake. However, Ive discovered that the sugarfree and the calciyum puddings are really good! I find that I tend to eat unhealthy when I?m in a hurry. So the pudding cups are a great way to get a quick snack, or a wholesome treat during the day without feeling guilty about it. And I?ll get some extra calcium into my diet as well!

Wolf_angel · April 20th, 2006, 10:54 PM

((((Fortunefaded)))))
Great idea! Thank you so much. Recently I just grab some applesauce or one of those Cottage Cheese Doubles...Fruit in one and Cottage Cheese on the other side.

Another is yogurt ice cream is yummy too.

Have a great day!

June 28th, 2006, 11:24 PM

wow... i enjoy reading all your post.. keep on posting

PoohsBigSister · January 31st, 2007, 06:02 PM

Roll Call:

All of us "New Years Resolutioners" should check in and see how we are doing from time to time.

I have lost 23 pounds since Christmas!

I'm doing some home exercises along with major diet modification (smaller portion sizes, less sugar, more vegetables and water...etc).

Anyone else??

crazymomma · January 31st, 2007, 06:16 PM

((((((PBS)))))) good for you!! I don't keep track cause when I did it scared me. My weight loss come from the health problem. I guess that is a plus as I feel better with the weight loss.

September 12th, 2005, 03:58 PM	#106
Wolf_angel A survivor of chaos Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Where my heart is Posts: 3,147	Well here is what I think Well ((((((((WA114))))))) This is what I think....Motivation is a major part of doing and staying on anything. It can be your job or friendships crafts or anything you are doing to improve yourself or surroundings. I have found out today without trying I have lost another 3 pounds from the 15 I have regained over the summer. Not bad and its a start considering the chaos that is reigning in my home and personal life. Yet I will continue to keep motivated and staying on course with this. I found the article from Winn very informative. Also, that with my current struggle with the weight loss I am doing, that the more support I have the better I do. Yet life and the things that happen that I have no control over i.e. chaos that is reigning in my home I do my best to deal with. To get back to some sort of peace and calmness restored. Yet knowing that I have lost 3 pounds in two weeks is good start huh? I think so. 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~

September 12th, 2005, 05:01 PM	#107
WA114 www.womensweb.ca Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Canada Posts: 551	Hi, Wolf_Angel I'm glad you liked the column. Winn has many others on the site as well. Look for them <a href="http://www.womensweb.ca/articles/winn.php" target="_blank" style="color: red; text-decoration: underline">here</a> (just click the button to show them all). His columns (and his book, <i>Be Nice (Or Else!)</i>) are uplifting, funny, and they have really helped me at times when I needed a swift kick. He's really a great motivational coach. Motivation and joy in life, as you said, are all about striking a balance and recognizing the difference between those things over which you have direct control and letting go of those things you are powerless to change. It's hard sometimes to let go, but knowing when, where and how to choose one's battles really does lead to an improved sense of self, of confidence, and of control. I'm sending encouragement to anyone who could use a little extra lift today. And if you need a <i>lot</i> of lift, have you considered an underwire? Ha ha ha ha ha! Just kidding! __________________ There are 2 means of refuge from the miseries of life: music and cats. -- A.Schweitzer

September 12th, 2005, 10:46 PM	#108
WillowWOW Whimisical WOW Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: PA Posts: 558	Oh wow awesome ((((WA114))))) I just love how we are all coming together and helping each other out from tips and tricks to motivational reading. Awesome posting ((((((Roomies)))))) Keep up the great work! Have a great day! __________________ May your path follow the Medicine Wheel

October 15th, 2005, 12:45 AM	#110
IRISH_EYES_99 Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: in the state of confusion :) Posts: 3,524	wow, WTg rjsfeminist son. WTG rjsfeminist it's hard to keep it going. What an accomplishment. Mine is a struggle. Lost and sadly put it back. The only positive thing is when I've gone for my 6 month checkup the weight has been the same. (sigh) Back to the drawing board for me. Not giving up yet. Again Kudos to you and your son. __________________ Smiles are contagious. It's ok to pass them on. *

March 8th, 2006, 11:37 PM	#112
Wolf_angel A survivor of chaos Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Where my heart is Posts: 3,147	Woooohooooo I did it again! I did it again! I lost a pant size! Just hope I can keep on with my plan and dont fall off the track. Real easy to do this!!!! I thought losing weight and you can go back to what you did in the first place that helped keep the weight on you. Well I now realize that isnt the case. Oh well. Now mind you I am doing this solo with the exception of the support I get from here and the roomies. I did research and with past experience, I started doing my change of lifestyle plan in stages. Stage 1---Eat breakfast for a week First thing you do is skip or miss a meal...Hence you are starving your body! Not good!!!! Stage 2---Eating a healthy lunch! I did cottage cheese with fruit yet salads are yummy too. Stage 3--Start Exercises! ON monday wednesday and fridays I kick my own rearend. Yet on Tuesday Thursday and Saturdays I do warm ups and a walk. I eat a regular dinner with my family yet smaller portions and do my best not to eat after 8 p.m. Plus drink your water 8 eight ounce glasses a day other than coffee or tea. Snack on fresh fruit and indulge your cravings a little bit (small portions) And the weight comes off! 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~

October 14th, 2005, 02:00 PM	#109
rjsfeminist Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: west central Florida Posts: 1,564	I've gotta admit, motivation is hard to keep up at times. I manage to keep walking/running most mornings (I notice it helps me keep somewhat focused throughout the day), but watching what I eat is a little more difficult. My son, though, who started going to Weight Watchers with me has lost 40 POUNDS since the beginning of the year! I didn't think he'd stick with it, but I'm really proud of him.

October 15th, 2005, 04:08 PM	#111
rjsfeminist Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: west central Florida Posts: 1,564	Thank you, Irish. You're right; it's a real struggle to lose weight, at least for most of us. I had a friend years ago with a weight problem; as she put it, if your doctor or SO tells you to quit drinking or smoking, you can do it and live, but you can't quit eating and live.

April 3rd, 2006, 11:12 PM	#113
fortunefaded Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: los angeles Posts: 3	new here Hey everybody, im new here and wanted to say hello. Im interested in a lot of the topics you guys are talking about and I hope to get involved here. Thanks!

April 4th, 2006, 12:06 AM	#114
Addie Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Posts: 436	Hey there fortunefaded! Great to meet you! I look forward to your input on any and all of the discussions. Welcome! :-)

April 4th, 2006, 03:56 PM	#115
IRISH_EYES_99 Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: in the state of confusion :) Posts: 3,524	Hi fortunefaded, As Addie said welcome to WOW, and to the boards. We'd love to have your input. While here why not check out the chat schedule, or pop into WomensSpace. Some roomies are there most nights around 9PM ET. We love having newbies join us. Don't forget to bring chocolates, or pizza. Topics range from this to that, covering most everything. Hope to see you in chat, and on the boards, Welcome to WOW ! __________________ Smiles are contagious. It's ok to pass them on. *

April 7th, 2006, 02:05 PM	#116
fortunefaded Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: los angeles Posts: 3	non-guilty desert I have a major sweet-tooth and I also love chocolate. So until I decided I wanted to lose a little weight for summer, working with Jell-o wasn?t a problem. As you might imagine, being surrounded by sweets might make it hard to curb my carb intake. However, Ive discovered that the sugarfree and the calciyum puddings are really good! I find that I tend to eat unhealthy when I?m in a hurry. So the pudding cups are a great way to get a quick snack, or a wholesome treat during the day without feeling guilty about it. And I?ll get some extra calcium into my diet as well!

April 20th, 2006, 10:54 PM	#117
Wolf_angel A survivor of chaos Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Where my heart is Posts: 3,147	Great idea! ((((Fortunefaded))))) Great idea! Thank you so much. Recently I just grab some applesauce or one of those Cottage Cheese Doubles...Fruit in one and Cottage Cheese on the other side. Another is yogurt ice cream is yummy too. 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~

June 28th, 2006, 11:24 PM	#118
maui_girl Guest Posts: n/a	cool wow... i enjoy reading all your post.. keep on posting

January 31st, 2007, 06:02 PM	#119
PoohsBigSister Long Live WOW!! Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: CO Posts: 1,791	Roll Call: All of us "New Years Resolutioners" should check in and see how we are doing from time to time. I have lost 23 pounds since Christmas! I'm doing some home exercises along with major diet modification (smaller portion sizes, less sugar, more vegetables and water...etc). Anyone else?? __________________ "Life is a flower of which love is the honey." Victor Hugo

January 31st, 2007, 06:16 PM	#120
crazymomma awesome cookie lady Join Date: May 2003 Location: Leechburgh, PA Posts: 1,993	((((((PBS)))))) good for you!! I don't keep track cause when I did it scared me. My weight loss come from the health problem. I guess that is a plus as I feel better with the weight loss. __________________ It feels like home to me. Bonnie Rhatt