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[buckner]

About the chocolate . . . My nutella suggestion was just a suggestion for those of you who HAD to have a fix. That's the healthiest fix I have found, from a "health" aspect. As long as you keep your sense about you. If you can't, forget it. Then again, there are always those 100 Cal packs, but they're only good if you just eat ONE PACK, LOL . . . not the whole box!

My lunch used to consist of those 100-calorie packs, plus some other things. But not always the sweet ones - the crackers, the ritz mix, etc. It was just convenience, I guess.

But anyways, about chocolate fixes - if you're craving chocolate or anything, don't buy it and bring it back home. Eat it out somewhere, pay for it, eat it, and enjoy it. If you bring it back home, that usually means you'll have access to MORE, and then you really can overdo it. It's just like, if I'm wanting a "cheat" meal, I don't stay home and eat - that way, I can't REALLY overdo it! The restaurant only has so much, plus, who wants to pay all that much for such small amounts of things? :P


I'm not really getting my exercise, nor am I eating at the "appropriate" times. But lately, I've been feeling very sick and have thrown up a few times at work. Though, my work consists of standing up ALL day long, and running back and forth (one job I'm a hostess for a Tex-Mex restaurant, and one, I'm a cashier/hostess/anything for Frisch's) all day long, too. Sooo, I guess I am getting my "general" exercise in, just not specifically done exercises. And my eating schedule is WHACK. But I'm working on that... and slowly letting my bosses let me eat on the job. One manager saw what it did to me if I don't eat (I became really weak, dropped everything I was carrying, and went and threw up). But yeh... that's my "update". I wish I had more time to exercise. But today I only work 4 hours, and then we're taking my nephew to Six Flags Kentucky Kingdom..... so I'll be walking around all day long, and SWEATING! LOL But yeh, should be fun.. I'm such a kid. :P

[Cataholic]

Julie,
You have some great tips!!!

Last night, mom and I had a pizza...and, instead of having FOUR pieces, I had two! And, I had her drop us off at the library, with the jogger, and we walked back. We made a ice cream pit stop for Jones, and while I kept the cone 'tidy' for him, I didn't eat much at all. Normally, I would have had a cone myself! THEN, after he was bedded down for the night, I got on the elliptical for 30 minutes. I felt so much better last night having gotten in the cardio. This am, I didn't have that "oh, I don't want to get up to exercise feeling".

Robin- I don't care if you walk slower than a turtle- YOU ARE WALKING. Stop with the self blaming....and start with the positive thinking.

For me, less food, less excuses, and more exercise works. I find myself saying, "I am so tired".....as an excuse, really, and not an indication of my energy level.

Keep up the good work everyone!

[Pembroke_Corgi]

Wow, everyone's dedication has really motivated me. I've been eating better and exercising more just from reading your great success stories. Thanks everyone!

[Anon]

I have been watching this thread and I must say that I can see why it motivates people so much. Yes, I'm a long time member but I'm too embarrassed to tell you who I am.

I'm fat....really fat.....but I just can't get motivated. I just feel like I don't deserve to be healthy. Reading your stories should give me a kick in the rear I need but it does nothing. I have no life....no friends at all. All I have are my pets and if nothing else, they love me as I am. Why would I want to lose weight? It wouldn't change the ugly person I am on the inside. This has been a struggle all my life. I have sought counselling (sp?) but it doesn't help. I just don't know what else to do.

[Cataholic]

Why would I want to lose weight? It wouldn't change the ugly person I am on the inside. This has been a struggle all my life. I have sought counselling (sp?) but it doesn't help. I just don't know what else to do.

Might I suggest that you find another counselor? I don't mean that flippantly. BUT, every person brings value to our world. That you still have such low self esteem/worth indicates the counselor was not able to help you out of that rut. Find someone that you are able to connect to. Not all counselors are great (just like any other profession). You wouldn't stop at a poor job as it relates to car repairs- you would seek out another mechanic, why give yourself any less?

I wish that you wouldn't have posted anonomously, as then I don't have the chance to tell you what good and beautiful traits you do have. But, I respect your privacy. Why do you find that you are ugly on the inside? You love animals, and at a very basic level, speaks to me about your ability to love- which is a beautiful trait to have.

Sometimes we spend so long hearing how awful we are (usually from abusive spouses, parents, siblings) that we start to believe it. Everyone brings something to the table. Everyone. If you can't see that, you aren't done working things out.

Weight doesn't make anyone more likeable, beautiful, or special. It is a healthier lifestyle, sure, and can bring about some more positive feelings.

Jump in, get healthier with us- anonomously, or however you can. Just don't leave us all alone, okay?

[ramanth]

When I had my final fitting on the 9th (the dress was done and I had to put it on prior to taking it home), I went into shock because A) Mom could barely get the corset on me and B) the dress narrowly zipped up.

I wanted to cry.

Andy gave me an article he found in a magazine about the 3-4-5 diet. Pretty much 300 calories for breakfast, 400 for lunch, 500 for dinner.

It gave suggestions and a BK Whopper Jr. (no mayo) is a lunch option!

You can even have 100 calorie snacks here and there (apples, almonds, mini bag of popcorn)

It's been hard (I hate counting and measuring), but I've been sticking to it and now I'm down to 140 (from 150) in only a week and a half.

I was at 140 when I bought the dress and had my first couple of fittings so I know the dress will go on at least and be somewhat comfy. I'm shooting for 135 so I can breathe.

[My Peanuts]

When I had my final fitting on the 9th (the dress was done and I had to put it on prior to taking it home), I went into shock because A) Mom could barely get the corset on me and B) the dress narrowly zipped up.

I wanted to cry.

Andy gave me an article he found in a magazine about the 3-4-5 diet. Pretty much 300 calories for breakfast, 400 for lunch, 500 for dinner.

It gave suggestions and a BK Whopper Jr. (no mayo) is a lunch option!

You can even have 100 calorie snacks here and there (apples, almonds, mini bag of popcorn)

It's been hard (I hate counting and measuring), but I've been sticking to it and now I'm down to 140 (from 150) in only a week and a half.

I was at 140 when I bought the dress and had my first couple of fittings so I know the dress will go on at least and be somewhat comfy. I'm shooting for 135 so I can breathe.

Wow, 10 pounds in a week and a half. Wonderful! Do you think you can post that article when you get a chance (or a place where I can find it)? I know you must be SOOOOOO busy, so no rush.

[christa]

Andy gave me an article he found in a magazine about the 3-4-5 diet. Pretty much 300 calories for breakfast, 400 for lunch, 500 for dinner.

Wow - 10 pounds that quick!!! You must have really cut your calories!!! Congrats to you! You should be proud to wear that dress now!!! You might have to get it taken up!!!

I'm surprised that it's not reversed though . . . to 5-4-3 . . . You should always eat more cals for breakfast/lunch & less late . . . you can burn them off early.

And as far as fast food goes, you wouldn't believe how much weight I lost just by quiting it COLD TURKEY! I'm also surprised that they suggested fast food as a lunch meal. You don't always have to believe what you read.

[Pembroke_Corgi]

I have been watching this thread and I must say that I can see why it motivates people so much. Yes, I'm a long time member but I'm too embarrassed to tell you who I am.

I'm fat....really fat.....but I just can't get motivated. I just feel like I don't deserve to be healthy. Reading your stories should give me a kick in the rear I need but it does nothing. I have no life....no friends at all. All I have are my pets and if nothing else, they love me as I am. Why would I want to lose weight? It wouldn't change the ugly person I am on the inside. This has been a struggle all my life. I have sought counselling (sp?) but it doesn't help. I just don't know what else to do.

I'm really sorry that things seem hopeless. I agree that maybe another counselor could help you work things out. I'm sure you are not an ugly person on the inside if your pets love you- from what I've seen, people who can love animals are some of the best people around!

[RobiLee]

I have been watching this thread and I must say that I can see why it motivates people so much. Yes, I'm a long time member but I'm too embarrassed to tell you who I am.

I'm fat....really fat.....but I just can't get motivated. I just feel like I don't deserve to be healthy. Reading your stories should give me a kick in the rear I need but it does nothing. I have no life....no friends at all. All I have are my pets and if nothing else, they love me as I am. Why would I want to lose weight? It wouldn't change the ugly person I am on the inside. This has been a struggle all my life. I have sought counselling (sp?) but it doesn't help. I just don't know what else to do.

Anon, I completely understand where you are coming from. I am considered severly obese so maybe we can relate to each other a little bit. I hate to hear that you don't have any friends. We are all your friends here. Maybe you can join me and just try to be a little bit healthier. I don't know if I will get anywhere but I do know that the people in this thread have been very supportive and I think if you give us a chance you will find that out for yourself. Feel free to PM me also. Maybe we can just share our feelings and insecurties and help boost each other along. You can use your real name with me also. I promise that it will stay between you and me. I hope you will stick around.

Alright folks, the girls and I have already got our walk in this morning and guess what?! We walked for 45 min.!!!! Woo Hoo. I took them over to the walk/bike trail that runs around and through the city. I want to try and keep pushing the distance a bit each day. There is this one section that I know measures 5 miles so I want to work up to that. It will take me some time, but I think I can get there. Once upon a time I use to do that walk 5 times a day. Postive thinking, Robin, Postive thinking!!

Everyone have a good day!!

[christa]

Alright folks, the girls and I have already got our walk in this morning and guess what?! We walked for 45 min.!!!! Woo Hoo. I took them over to the walk/bike trail that runs around and through the city. I want to try and keep pushing the distance a bit each day. There is this one section that I know measures 5 miles so I want to work up to that. It will take me some time, but I think I can get there. Once upon a time I use to do that walk 5 times a day. Postive thinking, Robin, Postive thinking!!

Everyone have a good day!!

ROBIN!!! 45 MINUTES??? THAT'S FANTASTIC!!!

Wow! I'm so proud! Like a proud momma!

Hey, by the way, Robin, how did that grocery shopping go the other day??? Get anything good???

[RobiLee]

Grocery shopping went really well. I bought lots of chicken breasts, lots of veggies and tons of fruit and salad. Tonite I am having chicken breasts browned in olive oil and then adding mushrooms, onion, green peppers and will probably just have a salad to go with it. That sounds alright doesn't it? I consider you my diet guru right now so I'll probably be bugging you quite a bit..lol. I wanted to ask you about sweet pickles. Are those something good to snack on. I know they help stop my craving for chocolate somewhat so I was hoping they would be ok to have. I really like fruit and don't know why I don't eat more of it. I bought lots of apples, peaches, grapes and bananas.

Have you got your exercise in yet, Christa?

[ILoveMyAbbyGirl]

I guess it's my turn, lmao.

Sooo. I'm 17 years old, 5'7'' or so, maybe taller, and 235lbs.

People constantly tell me I'm not fat... the why is the scale throwing these horrible three-digit numbers at me? I've seen people on tv who are 220lbs, and are a lot... bigger than I am, so I'm hoping maybe some of my weight is muscle. I've always struggled with that.

I, too, really want to change my lifestyle and be healthy and most of all skinny. I want to be proud to be seen in a swimming suit, I want to be able to wear tanktops and not be self-conscious of the very, very faint stretchmarks on my arms. I want to be able to wear shorts and not hate my flabby legs. I want to get out of these size 18 pants. I want my mom to stop calling me fat.

I haven't always struggled with weight, I was a normal kid, normal weight, up until middle school I just exploded. I have always wanted to have the motivation to lose weight, but I just don't have it. I get into bad habits where I feel guilty that I'm so fat, so I don't eat hardly anything for two, maybe three days, then I binge. Then I feel guilty for bingeing, so I fast again. I know it's a terrible cycle, but I can't help it.

Reading your posts has encouraged me to go out and bike. I just came back from a 25 minute bike ride with my little brother. The first 5 minutes was biking on flat tires until we got to the gas station, and that was pure hell, let me tell you! My grandma has picked some strawberries for us, so we are off to go get those now, but in a car, lol. She lives over 5 miles away, or else I'd consider it! But I also wouldn't be able to get those strawberries home very safely either, lol.

Good luck everyone. I wish the best for all of you! I'll keep you updated and maybe get some pictures up sometime this weekend.

I can't believe I just told you all how much I weigh...