HELP!!! I wanna lose weight! - Page 59

GodlyAspiringDr · #**871** 04-23-2008, 11:25 AM

I have gotten complacent... I became very comfortable with reaching my WW lifetime goal and started drifting back to some of my old habits (sitting around too much and eating way too much fast food)...

But after gaining 8 lbs - I'm back to being focused. I want to lose 6 of the 8 lbs. that I gained and then I want to maintain. I restarted my aerobics class at the gym, I'm sticking to my WW daily point allowance, drinking H2O, and doing 160 crunches every day. I also just purchased one of those stomach belts to see if that will help to tighten the midsection...

My goal for the next month is to drop those lbs. and tone up...
Summer is fast approaching!

lillady85 · #**872** 04-23-2008, 12:12 PM

Yay! I'm glad this thread was bumped. I'm keeping everyone here in my thoughts so that you reach your goals! I'm doing two aerobics/cardio classes a day, 3x a week, in addition to riding my bike 10 miles a day twice a week. I've already lost an inch in my waist! I don't know my weight but I don't care about that so much as I want to tone up and lose inches in my waist/hips/bust.

I'm rooting for everyone!

** Wow GodlyAspiringDr, I need to do 160 crunches a day too!

delph998 · #**873** 04-24-2008, 09:14 AM

I avoided weighing for months, but yesterday I decided to get on the scale. I'm down 16lbs. I can really tell in my clothes because they're fittinf much looser. I'm extremely happy but I have to keep it up because that weight will come right back if I let it.

LANAKA · #**874** 05-12-2008, 12:01 PM

I lost 10 pounds in one month thanks to "The 5 Factor Diet" book. The book is touted as the last weight loss book that you'll ever read and for me that's true. It's full of common sense tactics (eat 5 times a day, exercise 5 times a week, eat healthy protein and low-mid range glycemic carbs, etc.). It also does a great job of explaining WHY we need to do these things.

GodlyAspiringDr · #**875** 05-13-2008, 08:11 PM

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Originally Posted by delph998

I avoided weighing for months, but yesterday I decided to get on the scale. I'm down 16lbs. I can really tell in my clothes because they're fittinf much looser. I'm extremely happy but I have to keep it up because that weight will come right back if I let it.

That's great!!!! Congrats on the accomplishment... Now maintain, because you're right it is easy for the weight to come right back if we don't stay on top of it!

GodlyAspiringDr · #**876** 05-13-2008, 08:13 PM

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Originally Posted by LANAKA

I lost 10 pounds in one month thanks to "The 5 Factor Diet" book. The book is touted as the last weight loss book that you'll ever read and for me that's true. It's full of common sense tactics (eat 5 times a day, exercise 5 times a week, eat healthy protein and low-mid range glycemic carbs, etc.). It also does a great job of explaining WHY we need to do these things.

Congrats on the weight loss... Be careful with losing pounds quickly because they say if it comes off too quick, you may be prone to putting it back on...

But good work Soror, keep it up!

Stay encouraged everyone!!!

BabyBlue91 · #**877** 05-14-2008, 02:58 PM

Wow, I've been gone a minute ...

Just stopped by to let everybody know I made Lifetime (WW) on April 20. I am still in loss mode because I have a personal goal which I hope to reach prior to a sorority function in July.

The posts here have been awesome! Everyone keep up the good work!

delph998 · #**878** 05-14-2008, 03:24 PM

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Originally Posted by BabyBlue91

Wow, I've been gone a minute ...

Just stopped by to let everybody know I made Lifetime (WW) on April 20. I am still in loss mode because I have a personal goal which I hope to reach prior to a sorority function in July.

The posts here have been awesome! Everyone keep up the good work!

hey girl! I miss ya. And congratulations on your weight loss! i'm encouraged by you and ideal.

RedefinedDiva · #**879** 05-25-2008, 10:45 PM

My goal is three-fold.

(1) I'm trying to lose weight before the swearing-in ceremony in October. I KNOW that I am going to pass this bar exam and get sworn in in October and I want to look GOOD! I might just snag a man there! LOL!

(2) My birthday is also in October and possibly will be the same week or the week after the bar result come out. I'm going to try to take a trip to New York to celebrate.

(3) I am trying to reach my ultimate goal by December 31, 2008.

Right now, since I am pressed for time, I am doing Couch-to-5K on M/W/F and Turbo Jam on the other days. I try to squeeze in a little Pilates or yoga before I go to bed. It helps me sleep better.

I'm going to be SEXY by year's end, honey!

Little32 · #**880** 05-27-2008, 04:03 PM

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Originally Posted by BabyBlue91

Wow, I've been gone a minute ...

Just stopped by to let everybody know I made Lifetime (WW) on April 20. I am still in loss mode because I have a personal goal which I hope to reach prior to a sorority function in July.

The posts here have been awesome! Everyone keep up the good work!

Wow, I just clicked on your website and you look fabulous! Go 'head BabyBlue!

blueGBI · #**881** 05-27-2008, 06:12 PM

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Originally Posted by BabyBlue91

Wow, I've been gone a minute ...

Just stopped by to let everybody know I made Lifetime (WW) on April 20. I am still in loss mode because I have a personal goal which I hope to reach prior to a sorority function in July.

The posts here have been awesome! Everyone keep up the good work!

Wow, you look great! You've definitely been a thinspiration for me.

I stopped work on the weight-loss life change July 07 and restarted on 2/15/08. It's 5/27/08 and even though the scale has only dropped down 15 lbs, I've lost a dress size. It's hard though, its a constant struggle.

abaici · #**882** 05-28-2008, 01:15 AM

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Originally Posted by RedefinedDiva

I am doing Couch-to-5K

So am I! I'm running a 5K in July. I fell off last week and the week prior because of my vacation. But, tomorrow, it's back at it. I'm need to re-do the last day of Week 6.

RedefinedDiva · #**883** 05-28-2008, 03:13 AM

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Originally Posted by abaici

So am I! I'm running a 5K in July. I fell off last week and the week prior because of my vacation. But, tomorrow, it's back at it. I'm need to re-do the last day of Week 6.

I'm using the PODRUNNER: Intervals First Day to 5K podcasts by DJ Steveboy. The music is so-so, but it gets the job done. I like the way the BPM changes during the walk v. run and it has cues that let you know when to walk/run. It was crazy to keep track when I was listening to regular music and trying to keep the time by myself. I couldn't focus on running/walking, as I was always watching the time.

I am only on Week 2, but I am really enjoying it. I've tried it before and I don't think I've even made it this far. I have REALLY had to push myself. However, it's getting much easier to do. I'm trying to work on controlling my breathing and maintaining form since I am using the treadmill. Hopefully, once I regain my life in August, I can take my runs to the street or track. There is also a Gateway to 8K podcast once you get a handle on the 5K. I may try that one down the road. I need to get over THIS hump first.

ladylike · #**884** 05-28-2008, 02:33 PM

My lower belly "pooch" is my problem area. I just can't seem to tighten that up. This could probably be attributed to my utter disdain for sit-ups, crunches and any/all ab work.

I want to try something that will get me out of that mindset and kick me into gear. Suggestions?

naturaldiscretn · #**885** 05-28-2008, 02:51 PM

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Originally Posted by BabyBlue91

Wow, I've been gone a minute ...

Just stopped by to let everybody know I made Lifetime (WW) on April 20. I am still in loss mode because I have a personal goal which I hope to reach prior to a sorority function in July.

The posts here have been awesome! Everyone keep up the good work!

Wow, you have really made a big change. You look great. Your story is very inspirational and it made my eyes mist. Great job!