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CrystalEvelyn
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Wow I feel like I'm still the only one in the world that has SOOOO much weight to loss 
100 pounds! I still can't believe I got this big. To think a little more than 2 yrs ago I was about 120 and I thought I was fat! Soo funny looking back. I'm hoping it will only take a year to loss all this weight. I know if I don't see results fast enough my boyfriend will leave. Anyway, let's not get all depressed since that's what started my crazy junk eating-ness lol.
Well, today is my first day trying to change my eating habits and trying to be more active. I've very hopeful then again it's only 10am and still have a whole lot of day left.
Anyway, hope everyone is doing good
100 pounds! I still can't believe I got this big. To think a little more than 2 yrs ago I was about 120 and I thought I was fat! Soo funny looking back. I'm hoping it will only take a year to loss all this weight. I know if I don't see results fast enough my boyfriend will leave. Anyway, let's not get all depressed since that's what started my crazy junk eating-ness lol.Well, today is my first day trying to change my eating habits and trying to be more active. I've very hopeful then again it's only 10am and still have a whole lot of day left.
Anyway, hope everyone is doing good
GregOlso
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Your not the only one by far with 100 to lose. I had 119 to lose, and have lost 19 of it, so I'm with you on the 100 left.Wow I feel like I'm still the only one in the world that has SOOOO much weight to loss
Well, today is my first day trying to change my eating habits and trying to be more active. I've very hopeful then again it's only 10am and still have a whole lot of day left.
Anyway, hope everyone is doing good
First lose the weight for you, not for others. People come and go, but you will always have you. (sounds lame I know, but true)
I recommend starting the food diary, and think about how you can get some more active time in your life (gym, bike rides, walking, whatever). The diary is a bit annoying at first as it forces you to look at what you eat, but once you know that that 550 calorie drink at Starbucks (my weakness) equates to 40 minutes on the cardio at the gym, it makes it far easier to go for something else.
Good luck on reaching your goal!
CrystalEvelyn
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That's some good advise, thanks
I started writing out my calories and I notice I do great throughout the day about 1200 (plus I don't feel hungry or anything) but then at night (after 9ish) when my boyfriend gets home it all goes downhill. I end up either getting in my car driving to burger king or some other fast food place or I end up at the grocery store buying ice cream, pie, anything sweet. I know it's so wrong but I don't know how to overcome it. I mean I use food to cope especially because if I cry or anything I get yelled at for being "over sensitive" or for "over-reacting". I guess the reason I came on here was for some support. I mean it would be ideal to make friends or to just be able to talk to someone who isn't disgusted by me. Okay, I'm sorry for rambling on. Anyway, thanks Greg
I started writing out my calories and I notice I do great throughout the day about 1200 (plus I don't feel hungry or anything) but then at night (after 9ish) when my boyfriend gets home it all goes downhill. I end up either getting in my car driving to burger king or some other fast food place or I end up at the grocery store buying ice cream, pie, anything sweet. I know it's so wrong but I don't know how to overcome it. I mean I use food to cope especially because if I cry or anything I get yelled at for being "over sensitive" or for "over-reacting". I guess the reason I came on here was for some support. I mean it would be ideal to make friends or to just be able to talk to someone who isn't disgusted by me. Okay, I'm sorry for rambling on. Anyway, thanks Greg
GregOlso
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Well your at the right place for that (talking without judgements). I dont think anyone on here is "disguested by you" as we're all in the same boat. It is nice to be able to talk or just let it out without having to explain yourself (I know that one for a fact
So the late night sweet craze, been there, still there occasioonally
What you might want to try in the short term is the flavored yougarts. Boston Creame pie, lime, pina clada, french vanilla, chocolate mousse, there all really good. The regular ones are usually around 160 calories, and the the lowfat, or lite ones go down to 60 calories. I started on the regular ones as their sweeter then the lite ones, but Im down to the light ones now, and if Im still hungry, Ill grab another one and Im still at only 120 calories. Far less than the sweet aisle
But dont beat yourself up either. There will be times when you eat sweets. Often times people go off track a bit then get all depressed, and go into a "well I did this much, might as well finish everything and binge eat". Then they go back a few days later and start again, or just give up. If you go off track one day, no big deal just try to get back on track at the next meal, or day.
It's intresting that the need to eat the sweets starts when your BF comes home (I'm sure some of the female members of the site will comment on this soon). In my mind thats not really healthy and something you should take a hard look at. Food is most often abused when your using it to make you fell better, and getting rid of the weight thats causing you stress and depression will make you feel better, and make getting back to your happy place much easier
So the late night sweet craze, been there, still there occasioonally
What you might want to try in the short term is the flavored yougarts. Boston Creame pie, lime, pina clada, french vanilla, chocolate mousse, there all really good. The regular ones are usually around 160 calories, and the the lowfat, or lite ones go down to 60 calories. I started on the regular ones as their sweeter then the lite ones, but Im down to the light ones now, and if Im still hungry, Ill grab another one and Im still at only 120 calories. Far less than the sweet aisle
But dont beat yourself up either. There will be times when you eat sweets. Often times people go off track a bit then get all depressed, and go into a "well I did this much, might as well finish everything and binge eat". Then they go back a few days later and start again, or just give up. If you go off track one day, no big deal just try to get back on track at the next meal, or day.
It's intresting that the need to eat the sweets starts when your BF comes home (I'm sure some of the female members of the site will comment on this soon). In my mind thats not really healthy and something you should take a hard look at. Food is most often abused when your using it to make you fell better, and getting rid of the weight thats causing you stress and depression will make you feel better, and make getting back to your happy place much easier
DavidFatButt
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Hi, I'm new!
Well I was on google trying to find out if eating carrots would lead to weight gain, and voila I discovered this website. I've been reading a few posts and I must say I enjoyed reading people's comments.
A little about me: I'm a wanna-be health nut and I love to discuss healthful foods, and I consider myself somewhat knowledgeable w/regard to cooking and the ingredients within. I swim almost daily so I eat often, maybe 5-6 times a day. But since I eat so frequently I think it's helped my metabolism to help me maintain about 145-150lbs at 5'10. I really want to get a 6-pack but I'm currently at a 4-pack. The last few pounds are always the hardest to shed, and I refuse to starve myself.
I wish everyone optimal health and ttyl.
DavidFatButt
Well I was on google trying to find out if eating carrots would lead to weight gain, and voila I discovered this website. I've been reading a few posts and I must say I enjoyed reading people's comments.
A little about me: I'm a wanna-be health nut and I love to discuss healthful foods, and I consider myself somewhat knowledgeable w/regard to cooking and the ingredients within. I swim almost daily so I eat often, maybe 5-6 times a day. But since I eat so frequently I think it's helped my metabolism to help me maintain about 145-150lbs at 5'10. I really want to get a 6-pack but I'm currently at a 4-pack. The last few pounds are always the hardest to shed, and I refuse to starve myself.
I wish everyone optimal health and ttyl.
DavidFatButt
saintjilly
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That's some good advise, thanks
I started writing out my calories and I notice I do great throughout the day about 1200 (plus I don't feel hungry or anything) but then at night (after 9ish) when my boyfriend gets home it all goes downhill. I end up either getting in my car driving to burger king or some other fast food place or I end up at the grocery store buying ice cream, pie, anything sweet. I know it's so wrong but I don't know how to overcome it. I mean I use food to cope especially because if I cry or anything I get yelled at for being "over sensitive" or for "over-reacting". I guess the reason I came on here was for some support. I mean it would be ideal to make friends or to just be able to talk to someone who isn't disgusted by me. Okay, I'm sorry for rambling on. Anyway, thanks Greg
Oh Crystal..so sad that you should think that anyone including yourself is 'disgusted with you'......I think you need to look at yourself in a kinder and more positive fashion. OK I know the feeling of 'undoing' all my good work by going out & buying lots of sweet stuff or fatty 'junk' stuff..it was usually to 'punish' myself rather than cheer myself up..I used to think..well if thats how they see me then I might as well get worse! Anyway I found myself talking one day to another girl who had successfully shed over 150lbs and kept the weight off. She told me that self esteem was what mattered-how I saw myself not how others saw me. That I needed to love & respect myself & learn my positives. He ho..not always easy but then nothing important is. Second she told me to plan for those moments. Find a healthy snack that hits the spot without too much damage. One earlier poster suggested yoghurts..I make myself a big tub of fresh fruit salad which I always have in the Fridge for 'emergencies'. Because I have a 'rally' sweet tooth I lace it with artificial sweetner. The third thing she told me was before hitting the cake/pie/burgers etc...stop and really think about it and ask 'permission' of yourself to tuck in...ask yourself will it really taste THAT good...and will I really actually feel better when I've eaten it..or fed up because I have ruined all my good work??? Well that worked for me because I rarely ever now give myself permission!!
saintjilly
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PS I forgot to add....1200 calories is quite low if you are active..why not add 2-300 calories and 'save them' for an allowed low fat ice cream treat in the evening...or a weightwatchers banoffee or anything naughty but OK..!!!
Dos Santos1
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Thanks for the info!
jweeks22
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Hello! My name is Jacquie and I just sort of stumbled upon this site. I got sick and tired of waiting for my friends to start supporting me, so I am looking toa group of like minded people who know how it is. Up until last year I never weighed more than 150 pounds. I had mono, and instead of losing weight like the doctors were afraid of I expanded. Ever since then, depression has kept me from really cosidering what I am doing to myself. Eating because I am upset and and depressed is my biggest problem, along with being bored. I finally stepped on the scale right before the first of this year and low and behold, I weighed 198 pounds. I am only 5 foot 4 inches tall, so it came as a real shock to me. I have been fighting with trying to get into an exercise program and to eat a better balanced diet, but I have always had excuses, like I had two jobs, or it was too hot/cold/rainy/icy out to exercise, and I have been using the excuse that food is too expensive, it is cheaper to buy the not so healthy alternatives (read top ramen). Recently, I have been putting starting off for the reason of I don't know where to begin, and I don't know what exercises will help me target my 'problem' areas. Getting a personal trainer is not an option, and I think I could do it on my own, with a little guidance.
I am glad to be here and look forward to getting to know everyone, and sharing my experiences with supportive, like minded individuals!
I am glad to be here and look forward to getting to know everyone, and sharing my experiences with supportive, like minded individuals!
stuck
Hello im new one here, Im desperately trying to loose 16 kg, um i think thats about 36-40 pounds. Ive lost 3 kg so far, but feel stuck i havent plateaud i just feel mentally stuck. And like alot of people spend half an hour on the cross trainer and expect to be 3 kg lighter when i get off. Really need something to get me out of this "stuck in the desert feeling" every thing around me feels and looks the same, must get out, especially out of this body.
Hello im new one here, Im desperately trying to loose 16 kg, um i think thats about 36-40 pounds. Ive lost 3 kg so far, but feel stuck i havent plateaud i just feel mentally stuck. And like alot of people spend half an hour on the cross trainer and expect to be 3 kg lighter when i get off. Really need something to get me out of this "stuck in the desert feeling" every thing around me feels and looks the same, must get out, especially out of this body.
burcinyuksel
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Hello everyone, I just joined and discovered this forum and website. It looks quite useful. I have a very stressful job and there's no outdoor activity in my life. Just working and working and working. I realised that everyday I am getting weaker in my body. Ok, I am not fat but I easily get tired when I walk or take any stairs. Anybody have some suggestions?
You might not be fat, but if you're getting no activity at all, then chances are you're not in good shape... Unless you're chained to your desk 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, you need to make getting some activity a priority... it's good for the stress as well...
And do talk to a doctor to make sure that you've got no underlying health conditions.
And do talk to a doctor to make sure that you've got no underlying health conditions.
HELP I don't know what I'm doing wrong!
I'm new to this site, hope I can get some tips from you all out there. I'm 50 and I'm 5'1" and around 150 lbs. I was up to 170 a few months ago, but I started getting my butt in gear and lost 18 lbs. Here's the problem, I work out at the gym 5-6 days a week, 35 minutes on the elliptical (hill workout) then around 20-30 minutes of weight training. I can't seem to lose the flab! If anything I think I am getting bigger. True, I don't exactly diet but I don't eat much either. Usually a piece or 2 of toast in the am with coffee then off to the gym,a protein bar or smoothie (250 calories) after workout then off to work. I am an OR nurse, and when it's busy, I never sit down, but if it's slow I sit down alot. I have dinner about 7:00pm and don't usually eat much after that. Usually it's a microwave dinner around 350 cals and some youghurt. Maybe a tortilla and some cheese. Here's the thing. I haven't lost a thing! I think I'm getting flabbier. I used to do 1hour aerobic (30min elliptical and 30 min cycling) followed by 30 mins weight training and then 1/2 mile swim , as I was getting ready for a triathlon. But a friend thought I was getting anaerobic and burning muscle and suggested I try more times a week and less intense. Still nothing. What am I doing wrong? I plan to try eating more protein and less carbs. Any helpful hints would be appreciated.
I'm new to this site, hope I can get some tips from you all out there. I'm 50 and I'm 5'1" and around 150 lbs. I was up to 170 a few months ago, but I started getting my butt in gear and lost 18 lbs. Here's the problem, I work out at the gym 5-6 days a week, 35 minutes on the elliptical (hill workout) then around 20-30 minutes of weight training. I can't seem to lose the flab! If anything I think I am getting bigger. True, I don't exactly diet but I don't eat much either. Usually a piece or 2 of toast in the am with coffee then off to the gym,a protein bar or smoothie (250 calories) after workout then off to work. I am an OR nurse, and when it's busy, I never sit down, but if it's slow I sit down alot. I have dinner about 7:00pm and don't usually eat much after that. Usually it's a microwave dinner around 350 cals and some youghurt. Maybe a tortilla and some cheese. Here's the thing. I haven't lost a thing! I think I'm getting flabbier. I used to do 1hour aerobic (30min elliptical and 30 min cycling) followed by 30 mins weight training and then 1/2 mile swim , as I was getting ready for a triathlon. But a friend thought I was getting anaerobic and burning muscle and suggested I try more times a week and less intense. Still nothing. What am I doing wrong? I plan to try eating more protein and less carbs. Any helpful hints would be appreciated.
Have you received good advice? I signed up today. I gained 10 pounds this month. In fact I just got on the scale mid sentence because my last weigh in was 9/6/08 and I wasn't sure where I was at..I can't fit in my clothes though so I knew it was up there.
=( What have you been doing?
=( What have you been doing?
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