WEIGHT LOSE!

Chi_ZETABBW · #1 02-13-2001, 09:20 AM

Sorors and sisterfriends, I know we are always talking about loosing weight and how to do it, and what to do. What I would like to know is exactly that. What are you doing, are you taking medications, gyms, etc? Have any of you ever lost a significant amount of weight and kept it off?

I need to loose 50lbs quick.

royalbluelady · #2 02-13-2001, 12:18 PM

This is a good topic. I've tried lots of diets lately. At this time, I'm doing Weight Watchers. The weight has been coming off slowly, but it's not easy to gain back fast. I have high blood pressure and since I can't do all diets, my doctor suggested Weight Watchers. Two of my favorites were the grapefruit diet and the low carbs. They work really well if you stick to it. Exercise is the key to all diets. No matter what you do, you need to exercise with it. You shed the pounds quicker.

Sweet Deliverance · #3 02-13-2001, 05:45 PM

Ahhh, another topic I can really relate to. I have been on Slim Fast www.slimfast.com for about 6 weeks now. I have lost about 4 pounds of "fluff". This is working for me because I really want it to and the shakes and snack or meal bars take the guesswork out of meal planning for me. I need something simple when it comes to food control. And I look very much forward to my fruit and balanced meal each day.

Royalbluelady, you mentioned Weight Watcheers, it is a program that I tried a few years ago. The only reason I was not successful on it was because I was not committed to changing my eating habits. I think any plan that focuses on balanced nutrition and a plan you can do reasonably for life is good.

My goal is to lose 32-35 lbs. The weight really crept on after college because I went physically inactive (no more walking to class, step shows to prepare for, or dances, etc.) So watch out world! By the time beach time rolls around, I plan to be RIGHT(for real this time).

Best of success to all of those on a Health & Wellness Mission (don't just be "aware" of it.

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littlegirlblue · #4 02-13-2001, 11:24 PM

I have spent the past 6 months working with a personal trainer and that has helped me a lot. I have lost weight, got rid of excess fat and water, lowered by blood pressure, and toning up. I do take supplements and have a meal plan that is tailored around what I like to eat. I have tried diet after diet, but end up hungry and don't stick with it and I think it is mostly because we want results fast. That is something I have come to terms with and give myself realistic goals and timeframe. If you drop 10 pounds in a week...watch out, because you are going to gain 20 quicker.

I wish you all the best!

Sweet Deliverance · #5 02-14-2001, 12:38 AM

I forgot to add that I also go to the gym 2 or 3 days a week and lift weights and walk on the treadmill. Exercise is important also. I didn't gain the excess weight overnight, so I know it will take time to get rid of it.

Serenity · #6 02-14-2001, 02:31 PM

Hello Ladies of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.!

Just stopped in for a hot second. I just wanted to share my weight loss efforts with you. I have lost 10 pounds since January first.

I spend an hour on my treadmill five times a week and I try to eat three low fat meals each day. I have tried to cut out a lot of my snacking which is a big problem for me. It is a lot of work but I am determined. I feel so good and I haven't even touched the tip of the iceberg. I have a long way to go.

I have lost weight before and gained it back. My main problem is staying motivated. Anyone have advice on how to do that?

Have a great day, all! I wish you much success.

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The Original Ape · #7 02-14-2001, 06:49 PM

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Originally posted by Chi_ZETABBW:
Sorors and sisterfriends, I know we are always talking about loosing weight and how to do it, and what to do. What I would like to know is exactly that. What are you doing, are you taking medications, gyms, etc? Have any of you ever lost a significant amount of weight and kept it off?

I need to loose 50lbs quick.

Drink a breakfast drink for breakfast; make sure it's something that'll coat your stomach. eat nothing but rice and frozen vegetables(BOILED) for lunch and dinner. Try that for three weeks, and you'll notice a BIG difference in your stomach, your skin, and your thinking.

STICK TO IT!!!

littlegirlblue · #8 02-15-2001, 12:35 AM

Something else that is very key besides being motivated to work out and eat a proper diet, is to drink plenty of water. If you are having a problem of not wanting to eat yogurt for breakfast instead of eating pancakes, sausage, eggs, and the whole works, start out with small portions. Sometimes we eat just a little toooo much of the bad stuff. Don't completely starve yourself, but eat in moderation. Some people say eating four small meals a day is good because it gets your metabolism high, a lot of is it personal preference and what your diet and workout schedule is.

And don't have quick expectations of losing the weight quick. You will lose motivation and eventually give up.

Sweet Deliverance · #9 02-15-2001, 12:59 AM

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Drink a breakfast drink for breakfast; make sure it's something that'll coat your stomach. eat nothing but rice and frozen vegetables(BOILED) for lunch and dinner. Try that for three weeks, and you'll notice a BIG difference in your stomach, your skin, and your thinking.

Original Ape, I have heard about something similar to this. The object of the plan I read about is to avoid or strictly limit meat consumtion which affects digestion and the amount of fat stored around the mid-section.

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PrettyPetite · #10 02-15-2001, 03:10 AM

Hello to the Ladies of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated.

I hope you don't mind me responding to your post!

My supervising teacher and I (I'm in student teaching right now) were discussing weight loss just last week. She went through the LA Weight Loss program, and in a matter of approx. 2 months, she lost a good 25 pounds. She went down from a size fourteen to a size 8-10 (depending on the designer). She was also telling me that she drank A LOT of water, and ate small portions of what she liked to eat.

Hope this helps!

PrettyPetite

Shelacious · #11 02-15-2001, 04:54 PM

I have a gym membership that I pay good money for but don't go to consistently. I am trying to change that. Each year I get a bit older, it gets harder to lose that extra four pounds I used to lose in a few days, LOL.

I think my eating habits are fairly on point--I have always eaten smaller meals throughout the day, rather than large meals once or twice and I limit my fast food consumption. I don't eat much fat or meat (no pork at all), but I do have a problem with carbs--LOVE pastas and breads...therefore, I try not to eat these after 5 PM. I focus on lunch as my "carbie-est" meal of the day. I do have a sweet tooth, but my key is: 1. I try not to buy it at the store and bring it home and 2. have two cookies instead of 10!

My problem is the exercise. I work such long hours, then a long commute to boot, I'm just not interested in also working out for a few hours 2-3 times a week. Just today though, a Soror and I have made the decision to work out together two days a week in the mornings. I'll keep you posted on how this goes.

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Asia2000 · #12 02-15-2001, 11:41 PM

Jeez, I am trying to trim down too! I really don't need to loose any weight - I am already a size 5 and pretty happy with that. I just need to tone up. I think any of the little extra fat I might have will easily disappear if I just work out enough. I have a hard time finding diets becuase I eat a whole lot of ethnic food, and there aren't that many diets tailored to Asian and Latino foods.

However, my main focus is my stomach. It just seems like no matter how many crunches I do, it never gets any tighter!! It's driving me insane! Have any of you found anything that truly works??

Classy_Diva5 · #13 02-16-2001, 04:04 PM

Water is DEFINITELY essential in weight loss, but (unless you decide to join Jenny Craig/Weight Watchers) keeping a journal of what you eat is a great way to see exactly what goes into your body.

Sometimes, it can be a pain to record your daily food intake, but it also shows you where your "problem areas" may be. For example-I've noticed that in the morning, yogurt/fruit/cereal will hold me over, but around the afternoon I seem to crave (and eat) more fried/fattening foods. The journal isn't something that you have to do for the rest of your life (try it for about 2-3 months), but if you start to see an unhealthy pattern, ELIMINATE IT!! This will help you to change bad eating habits.

Let me know of any progress, and GOOD LUCK!!

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ZetaAce · #14 02-16-2001, 08:26 PM

Interesting topic- I've been trying to lose some pounds myself. I love food so I have to workout all the time. I have a gym membership that I use religiously since I pay good $$$ for it. (Nothing to motivate you like losing dollars, lol!!) I don't have a set workout program, I do everything from kick boxing to ballet to just simply getting on the treadmill. A lot of times it depends on what my stress level is and how much time I actually have). My gym (Gold's) has a lot of different machines/classes so it's a great place to workout.

Water is definitely vital. I made a deal with myself that I couldn't drink anything with 'taste' until I have my 8 glasses of water. It was really hard at first but now I guzzle water like crazy. I've noticed that my skin is a lot healthier now too.

ZetaAce

Asia2000 · #15 02-16-2001, 09:35 PM

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Originally posted by ZetaAce:
Water is definitely vital. I made a deal with myself that I couldn't drink anything with 'taste' until I have my 8 glasses of water. It was really hard at first but now I guzzle water like crazy. I've noticed that my skin is a lot healthier now too. ZetaAce

Uh, ZetaAce, how do you do it?!?! I know how important water is, but it's soooooooooo nasty to me. I've been trying for a very long time to get used to water and I just hate it! I guess I need to stop whining and just force myself, huh?