Today's Question~ What's your favorite comfort food and what healthier version/food have you replaced it with?

mine has to be anything with carbs in.. potatos pasta rice... love the sstuff!! i try and have brown pasta and rice but insted of fillin up on potatos i use sweet potatos or non at all :P
i also love chips (erm fries) so insted of deep far frying them i oven them :)

how are you all today. ive been busy this week from gym to going to my moms painting walls and moving boxs full of stuff and going to zumba.. im hoping to have lost some lbs this week.. to start with a new number :D

KimL - Today will be Week 4 Day 3...Ahhh! I'm kind of nervous to move on to week 5, but I'm nervous EVERY week to move on to the next and I always end up completing it! Without (too much..) trouble. I'm amazed to continue to find out what my body is capable of that I never thought it was.

I don't think I have one particular comfort food...I just like FOOD. in mass quantities. But my top few are pasta (haven't really found a great substitute. We eat the Bertolli frozen meals when we need a pasta fix), steak (I like lean cuts anyway! and as little as I actually eat it, cholesterol isn't an issue). ANYTHING I can dip something else into. I LOVE dips and sauces. Hahaha. My boyfriend has been making Bearnaise sauce from the Knorr packet with I can't Believe It's Not Butter spread and 1% milk. It's not as good as Kirby's Steakhouse, but MAN it's a good substitute.


Morning, bbg! Let us know if you've lost something. You did have a busy week going on! Have you noticed it becoming hard to just sit still? I was kind of ADD before starting all this, but now it's worse. I just feel like, "Why sit still when I could go DO something?" And the weather is beautiful in North Texas right now, so I want to take advantage of that too.

We went to the Rangers vs Yankees game last night. I was too busy at work to eat any lunch, so I had most of my calories left when we went, so I just kind of ate what I want. The only calories I "drank" was one Michelob Ultra and a Malibu and diet coke. Psh! I think I burned it off standing up the whole time, screaming my head off for the Rangers. I guess it paid off!

KimL1214- I'm not sure when I'm running my 5k. There's one near me on December 4th but I have to march in the parade a couple hours after that, so I'm not sure I'll be able to do it. :( It depends on when I have to meet with my marching band. If I don't do that one, I'll find another one hopefully.

Today's question: My comfort food used to be chocolate. Lately, as I've been trying to eat healthier, I've found that if I just sit and think for a while, I decide that I don't really want the chocolate, and seeing the numbers on the scale go down is way more enjoyable than chocolate. So I guess I haven't really replaced it, I've just found a way to avoid it. If I really REALLY can't resist, I have a bag of dark chocolate in the back of my pantry I bought like three months ago. It's barely halfway gone, so I feel like that's an accomplishment in itself. This time last year, that bag might have lasted a couple of weeks. :p

Age: 25
Location: Corsicana, TX (hour south of Dallas)
Most Recent NSV: *editted 10.25.10* Able to button up some REALLY old (skater-style/cargo) pants (owned since middleschool)
Goals for the Challenge: 120 lbs (goal weight) and to re-gain some self confidence
Battle Plan for Reaching BL Challenge Goal: zumba! maybe some pole fitness and walking with ferrets (all done at home)
Particular Challenges/Upcoming Temptations that You are Working to/or Planning to Overcome: always a challenge to stay away from fast food, but I'm seeing results so this helps me stay away. also a challenge to keep up with exercise, but again, with the results, I'm likely to keep it up
Anything Else You Would Like to Share About Yourself: *editted 10.25.10* About me? Secretary/computer drafter (so I sit at a desk 9-5), 1 son in kindergarden, 2 ferrets (Weasel and Snowball). I love music, concerts and reading. I'll probably be doing mostly zumba and some ferret walking for primary exercise.

And... for first question of the day.. not sure if I really have a "comfort food". One thing I absolutely cannot give up is coffee. But I've made it slightly "healthier" (less bad) by only adding one packet of brown/cane sugar and using 2% milk (and less of it than before) now.

Good luck to all teamates on our challenge. We got a tough one, with the "eating holidays" around the corner (and 3 in a row, aw man!). We'll do fine if we remember "Moderation" and "Exercise" :) Y'all take care!

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bbg200[/B]~ I've just started getting more into sweet potatoes, I still have a hard time with the texture, but they're pretty yummy! How often do you get Zumba in?
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Today's Question~ Favorite exercise, what is it and how often do you do it?[/FONT]

i was the same but there best skinned cut in half and roasted in the oven they go all soft and yummy!.. and i love them as chips in the oven.. cut them into finger sided strips an leave them in the oven for about 30/40min depending on how thick. yum!

my fav exercise has to be zumba!! only been doing it the past 2ish weeks i try and do it twice aweek but money is alittle low so ive got myself a zumba dvd for the days i cant go :)

KimL: Thank you *hugs* Also, what is NSV?

bbg: Yay for zumba! I love it too :D

princessdi: Congratulations! :cheer2:

My answer for fav exercise has also got to be zumba ;) Working out to dvds now (Zumba Cardio Party & 20-min Express) about 2 or 3 times a week, usually about 30-35 min.

Krizstyling: When I started losing weight this time I did something similar with my husband. I was like why didn't you say I was getting as big as a house? Of course if he actually had he might be short a few teeth now. LOL!

princessdi86: That's a great loss!

Today's Question: My favorite exercise is lifting weights. I was never a fast runner and I suck at sports, but I gained strength and muscle pretty quickly. It was always great to squat with as much weight as the guys!

KimL1214 – I haven’t had the greatest 2 weeks ever but I hope to be getting back on track soon. It’s more frustrating than anything else but I’m learning to deal with it. Did you make it to the Halloween Dance?

southernbelle102 – I noticed in another thread you were starting on some supplements. How are they working out for you?

bbg200 – with all that activity it would be great to see a loss for the week

ferretgirl – Sorry to hear about your loss. It was sweet of you to make the video.

Princessdi86 – Congratulations on your loss, that’s awesome!

Favourite Comfort Food – I’m definitely the same as a lot of other people in this regard. I love carbs and my downfall has always been Pasta and Pizza. I’ve never been able to stick to just the one serving. I try and limit the amount I’m having now by using a High Fibre Spaghetti and making my own Homemade pizza. I’m avoiding store bought pizza all together as I know I won’t be able to have just one slice.

Favourite Exercise – This used to be cycling. I can’t remember the last time I was able to get out and give it a go. I have an exercise bike sitting at home so hopefully I’ll be able to jump on that even if it’s just for 10 minutes every couple of days.

I hope you guys are having an awesome weekend!!

Peanut - I just started them so I am not sure if they have done anything yet. The guy at the store said that it can take a couple of weeks to get in the system. I will definitely keep you updated! :) (fingers crossed)

pics...
 

So, I never thought I'd be willing to post a before pic of me on this journey but here goes...

I took a photo a few weeks and 8 lbs ago and was comparing it to my "start" picture (380 lbs) and it hit me that I actually have lost weight. haha... it is crazy that it has taken me losing so much weight to actually realize there is in fact a difference i my appearance.

What do y'all think? :) The first one is of me at 380 and the second is of me at 313.

I still have a ton to lose but I feel that this is a good start.

Originally Posted by southernbelle102:
So, I never thought I'd be willing to post a before pic of me on this journey but here goes...

I took a photo a few weeks and 8 lbs ago and was comparing it to my "start" picture (380 lbs) and it hit me that I actually have lost weight. haha... it is crazy that it has taken me losing so much weight to actually realize there is in fact a difference i my appearance.

What do y'all think? :) The first one is of me at 380 and the second is of me at 313.

I still have a ton to lose but I feel that this is a good start.

I know I posted on your other thread too, but I think it deserves an extra congrats =) awesome job, you look really great!

southernbelle102 - Wow!! What a difference. You look absolutely amazing! Can't wait to see how you do in this challenge.

Question of the week:

I hate exercising and you can't make me like it! However, I walk pretty much everywhere I go - work, daycare, school, post office, grocery store... etc... and I weight train. I might start hitting the actual gym here soon when when my husband comes home from overseas. It'll be relaxing and not stressful if I don't have to juggle kids to go. :)

Thank you so much, Jelebelle and Peanut!! I can't wait to see the change after this challenge ends! I would love to see other team members progress pics so if you feel comfortable sharing... post away :)

Hi ladies!
Looking forward to this next challenge... took a bit of a break from the boards after the last challenge, so I guess I should post this:
Age: 29
Location: Savannah, GA
Most Recent NSV: Size 14 pants, and not eating gravy at Cracker Barrell
Weight Lose Goal for the Challenge: 170 lbs.
Battle Plan for Reaching BL Challenge Goal: Portion Control, WW, and working out
Particular Challenges/Upcoming Temptations that You are Working to/or Planning to Overcome: HOLIDAYS (ACK!)
Anything Else You Would Like to Share About Yourself: Excited to get going... looking forward to getting engaged soon, and would like to look awesome for that!

KimL - My favorite is the lean cuisine pepperoni pizza, it's the circle one, not the french bread =) I believe it is 5 WW points. =)

Stacey - HA!!! Exactly, we say we want the truth but sometimes...lol I think all I want is him to lie to me IF it has to do with my weight =)

Today's question: I danced for 10 years, and I think that dancing is still my favorite exercise. I don't really dance outside my room anymore, but I think next semester I'm going to start a tap class, so hopefully I'll be able to do that again. :D Right now, my favorite exercise is running. I've always been a terrible runner, and now that I've had some practice I love that I am improving and often can run as long as I want to instead of running as long as my body can take it. I try to run at least three times a week. :)

southernbelle102: Wow you look great! Congratulations! :cp:

southernbelle.... WOW! your so beautiful :) xx
peanut... ive lost 2 pounds this week woooo :-) (of the 6 i gained back oops 1 left to go) xx
ferretgirl.... whoooop whoooop for zumba!!! x
sorry if anyone else has said anything and ive missed it..
today has been a very very odd day!!.. i went to my moms to do some more decorating but ended up having a wicked sunday roast yum.. i thought because ive been really good all week id have a naughty roast BUT it was mostly veg mmmmm with roast lamb. so i didnt do any work or exercise today, but will be making up for it 2mrw

how was your day? been upto much xx

misstraveller – Congratulations of the impending engagement. That’s exciting!

katybelle – was there a particular style of dancing that you did for those 10 years?

bbg200 – 2 pounds is awesome. I haven’t had a Sunday Roast in ages... I’m a little bit jealous

KimL1214 – That’s a really cool goal outfit. Having the corset out where you can see it would give you that extra push some days. Good on you for not letting the confrontation with your exes sister spoil the evening.

Question of the day... It probably sounds pretty silly but I don’t have any super sexy outfits that I’m looking forward to getting into. I just want to be able to rock the jeans & t-shirt look. I’d love to be able to roll out of bed and throw that together without having to think about it and know that I’m going to look good.

I'm interested to see what everyone else's goal outfit is!

What is one thing you see yourself wearing when you reach your goal weight?

Anything and everything from Anthropologie, Banana Republic, J Crew and Ann Taylor! :)

Peanut: Thank you *hugs*

southernbelle: I can definitely see the difference in your pics. You're doing great, just keep it up! :cheer:

KimL: Glad you made it to your Halloween party and had a great time. There will always be people with their drama, but kudos to you for not letting her get to you.

Updated my "about me" to an actual (somewhat) description of me and will now go update my NSV ;)

Hmm... what will I wear when I get to another goal weight? I'd like to have size 9 jeans fit nicely again, so may go buy a new pair. Also like lingerie and cute little clothes (skirts/tops) that doesn't seem to look right on 'real' people, so may shop for a cute outfit.

What great questions Kim!

By far I have to agree with you!

My goal outfit is to be able to rock a pair of True Religion jeans distressed, with a belt (and not have to invent holes in it to get it to fit) and a wife beater, WITHOUT my arms being flabby. I want to rock that look and be HAPPY with the way I look!

thanks peanutt and kim :)

for the question of the day: mine has to be my gray jeans i had at my lowest weight before i put some of it back on.. also to feel good in a dress!

Ugh, I'm still sick. The flu symptoms are thankfully all gone, but i have this nagging cough that doesn't want to go away. It happens to me every time I get sick.

KimL1214: I've always been a free weight person. And thanks for the signature! Looks great!

Question of the day: I don't have anything sexy in mind, I'm more of a jeans and t-shirt person. I just want to look good wearing them. The one thing I will wear that I don't now is shorts. I hate when we go places like the zoo or hiking and even though it's 80 degrees out or more I'm still wearing long pants. It would be nice to wear shorts and not worry about them riding up or my legs chafing. I know I have a long way to go for that though. When I was 170 pounds my shorts still rode up on me.

Originally Posted by stacylambert:

Question of the day: I don't have anything sexy in mind, I'm more of a jeans and t-shirt person. I just want to look good wearing them. The one thing I will wear that I don't now is shorts. I hate when we go places like the zoo or hiking and even though it's 80 degrees out or more I'm still wearing long pants. It would be nice to wear shorts and not worry about them riding up or my legs chafing. I know I have a long way to go for that though. When I was 170 pounds my shorts still rode up on me.

Here here! I hear you on that! Even when I was 160 I refused to wear shorts. I finally broke down earlier this year to Mexico and decided I HAD to, it was just too hot last time. I HATED IT and ended up going back to the room to put on capris! When we went zip-lining I ended up wearing GYM shorts because of all the hiking and felt miserable and didn't look so great in the amazing pictures after it was all said and done.

I think shorts is a great goal to have =) I for one cannot wait til we both get there =)

Hey everyone! I've really been enjoying reading all the posts! It's making me more determined to make sure I come on here and check in and maybe post something daily. I've been totally militarily on plan with food but have been kind of been sloppy with exercise (I haven't done a thing since Friday!). It's not yet dire but I definitely need to check that. Thankfully, tomorrow's a gym day which should help me get back on track and I'll set myself a little challenge of 400minutes by Saturday!

Kim your questions are the best! I've been enjoying them soooo much!

Todays question: I will go crazy at White House Black Market and Banana Republic. Where I regularly used to go drool at the clothes <sighs>... Oh and I'll finally wear sleeveless dresses without always wearing a cardigan to cover my arms and SBF (shoulder blade fat)... which i do even here in the bleeping tropics!!! Way to master the art of not sweating!

Ive been absent these past couple days. Dad and Mom's birthday, plus helped my bf's mom bake a HUGE cake for her work AND getting everything all ready for my Cali trip thats happening in 3 days! >.< I pretty much maintained and posted my first weigh-in today. I did see change in my measurements, a loss of .5 in my waist bringing that down to 27inches and a small gain in my calf of .25inch (getting some muscle lol)

oOPeanutOo: I started dancing when I was three, and I started out doing ballet, tap, and jazz. I dropped tap after a couple of years before I quit dancing altogether, but I'd love to pick tap back up again. :)

Today's question: I see myself in clothes that look good on me. Pretty much everything. I especially want to be able to wear a two piece bathing suit and feel confident in it. I wore one this summer but I was really self conscious about it.

My ultimate goal is to be able to fit into this hilarious half tutu- half shirt that I bought at Kmart sometime this past summer. It's actually an XL but I couldn't fit in it. I want to be able to XD I also want to wear legging and skinny jeans and not feel enormous... just anything. I want to be comfortable in my clothes-- all of them!

My shirt/tutu by request of kim =P

http://i52.tinypic.com/24n4nxi.jpg
Haha, it's totally hideous, but I love it, and I want to wear it!


My last "Ah-ha Moment" when I found 3FC and got committed, was after a ride in the car with my mom, and we were making jokes, and she was like "Oh yeah, well you're fat", at the moment it was funny, but later...not so much. I don't want to be the fat daughter anymore! :^:

Today's question: The first time around I never really had a moment. I'd been dieting on and off forever and the only real difference was my husband wanted to lose some weight so it stuck for awhile. This time my big a-ha moment was when I stepped on the scale and I was over 280 pounds. I couldn't believe it. I knew I'd always been big, but in my head 300 was a whole new territory and I was sooo close to it. I cried and felt so disgusted with myself. I've still had stops and starts since then, but I haven't gained a single pound (except for during TOM, it's evil!) since then.

stacylambert – Are you feeling any better today?

toastedsmoke – How’s the exercise coming along?

JennieLovesKisses – A trip to Cali sounds awesome. How long are you going for?

KimL1214 – I have the exact same problem when I get bored. It makes it hard when you can’t get away from the temptation at work though.

Jelbelle – Haha.. That’s an awesome half tutu/shirt combo.

I think for a lot of us it takes seeing a photo to really see just how much we’ve changed. Photos were never enough by themselves to give me that extra push I needed. I’d always just pretend that the horrific snaps of me didn’t exist. My moment came this time around after the end of a relationship and having one too many medical problems piling up because of my weight. I don’t need to be the fastest at losing the weight but I’ve come to realise that it’s something I have to do even if I’m not always perfect.