Made a commitment to myself to really focus on my health for the next 60 days.
We talk in my company about "Your Big Why" Here's mine...... (Gary Keller wrote the book)
I am not happy with the way I look and feel so have pretty much put everything on hold to do something about it. I am a Realtor and just can't face presenting myself like this anymore. When I hand my card to someone I see the double take, comparing me to my photo (taken 10 years ago). Also the stairs when showing houses etc. etc. My knees hurt. I can't fit into a regular chair with arms on it without feeling squished.
I want to feel good, look good and be healthy. I want to go to the doctor's once a year for a check up and pass with flying colors. I want my children to copy my good eating and exercise habits. To be able to cross my legs, get up off the floor with ease, do yoga. I want to live a life worth living.
Any info, books, videos that you can suggest will help my feed this obsession. Having lost 100lbs back in 2007 has given me the confidence to know I can lose it again. Even though I have gained it all back. I did have it off for many years.
Spent 2 hours last night getting inspired by looking at before and after photos on the forum.
What do you ladies do to get inspired? Lets post our ideas.
I am making a Vision Board in the next few days and will post it. Anyone want to join me? All it takes is a few supplies. Pin it up it where you can see it.
I GET A REAL GOOD FEELING ABOUT THIS GROUP.I THINK THIS IS OUR TIME.
Ann
Ann, crossing my legs was a huge victory.
Another is to sit in the car and being able to reach down and pick something up off the floor in front of my feet.
I am very interested in seeing your vision board.
I am not sure how inspired I am as much as I now feel like I have the correct information/tools to make it happen. Thank God for the Internet.
The support from 3FC is very important for me especially the 300+ group.
So the wedding was fantastic! Had an amazing time, even though I broke my tooth while chomping on a lolly (sucker). I am obviously up in weight, but I feel soo bloated, high salt food, alcohol and snacks. So this week I am trying to de-bloat, bring my weight back down a bit, aim back for that 269.7 which is my lowest. This morning I was 279 so I have a lot of work to do. I also need to get my butt back to the gym and get some motivation flowing.
I will try and add a picture of my outfit for the wedding, I made the skirt myself. I really liked it, I never usually wear anything pastel coloured, I am more of a khaki, maroon, navy, black, type of gal, so it was nice to try on something different.
I go to Spain on the 12th for a drumming gig for 5 days, so yet again another plan to go off plan. I think after I come back, I need to go into planning my food for the week, so that I don't allow myself to get distracted. Need to buy food prep containers, the ones I have just now aren't enough for 2 people for the entire week. I wonder how that will workout, had anyone ever meal prepped for 2 for an entire week? how did it go?
Scotsgal glad to see you back here.
Love the outfit, the skirt and shoes especially.
Sam, used to prep meals on Sunday for the whole week. I think she sometimes used canning jars for salads to keep them from getting soggy, since some toppings are more runny those went on the bottom. Dressing on the side of course. Maybe she will pop in and tell you of some of the more meals she made ahead.
Spain sounds wonderful...
I am doing well. Ended up doing some physical work lately and boy does that make me hungry. Even with added protein I still just get hungry. I am one of those persons that the scale moves up when I add in too much exercise. Anyone else like that?
Hi Sorry been a busy few days I was 310.8 this morning so almost lost 4lbs this week EEK I LOVE cal counting
I am going to a bbq on sat ( taking some healthy burgers) BUT I ma worried i wont fit in the white plastic chairs I hate being this size
Scotsgal you look lovely hun-I wish I could wear vest tops but my arms have cellulite on them ;( I am hoping it will go as i lose weight. I am not v good at preparing food in advance.
Ubee-I have ME/CFS BUT when i was younger i used to gain from exercise once i got into a routine of going to the gym-Think my body likes to expand fat
Hope you are all having a good day its chucking it down here in Norfolk. xxxx
Been a long time since I've checked in. I don't get on very often anymore. I want to, but I just don't feel like I can commit like I used to. The last time I was here I think I was mentioning about the continued drama in my life with my brother's kids. Nothing has changed, and in fact has gotten worse. I don't want to go into details but it's making it hard to keep going.
I haven't been eating well for the past several weeks. I've gained more weight since the last time I was here but surprisingly over the past month with all of the garbage I've put in my mouth I float up a pound and drop a pound. My two youngest nieces were here visiting from Colorado over the weekend and this week I am just trying to get back to a routine and start to plan my meals again. I haven't done that for awhile.
Scotsgal, Ubee is right, I would meal plan weekly and it helped me a lot with staying on track. I didn't prep for 2 because most of the time DH didn't eat the same as me except for dinner. My breakfast usually consists of either oatmeal or some sort of egg dish. Sometimes I do just scrambled eggs. Sometimes I add in some sort of meat. I really like making egg muffins ahead for the week or a crust-less quiche. Those are really helpful on work days when I want to get a little extra sleep and not be rushed to get breakfast in me before I head out the door.
For lunches I try to do some sort of salad during the week. Sometimes I'd use mason jars and do the dressing on the side, or just use a plastic container and keep any type of wet ingredients (tomatoes, dressing, etc) in a separate container or little bag from keeping the lettuce from getting soggy. I'd also make my own salad dressings. If it is a week where I don't make a salad, I really like doing homemade chicken salad wrapped in lettuce leaves, or topped on slices of cucumber. It's really good during summer. Soups are also good. Doing a simple chicken breast with veg is an easy go to as well.
For snacks I try to pack up some sort of nuts, mainly almonds. I like string cheese if you can do dairy. Personally I try to limit mine as much as possible, but haven't noticed a huge difference in it as long as I don't go overboard. Cottage cheese with fruit is also good, or just some berries by themselves. Sometimes I'll eat apples or celery with peanut butter. I haven't made it in awhile but if you like zucchini I make mini pizzas using sliced zucchini. I don't know if they have "bagel bites" in Scodland but that's what it reminds me of. I just slice up the zucchini and throw a bit of homemade sauce on top and a little cheese. You could even add mini pepperonis if you wanted.
Dinners is where I get really creative because I have the time to do it. I usually cook my dinners in the evenings during the week and save some for left overs if there's enough. Some of my favorites are spaghetti squash or zoodles with meat sauce, BBQ chicken with sweet potato and a green veg, Asian style meatballs (DH makes that one for me) with green beans, and chicken bog using cauliflower rice instead of regular rice. I know you're going to ask what chicken bog is. I know it sounds weird. It's a traditionally southern thing. It usually consists of rice with chicken and kielbasa or bacon, and onions and celery. You cook the chicken, whether it's just the breast or whole chicken. Cook the rice and saute the onions and celery. Once it's all done you mix it all together. You cook the kielbasa separately and toss that in too, or if you prefer bacon instead. I will cook the rice using chicken stock that is low in sodium or use my own home made stock. When I am making it with the cauliflower rice though I just cook it in a pan until soft and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder then add the rest of the ingredients. I am a HUGE fan of tobasco sauce so I put that on mine when I go to eat it.
Ubee has been asking me to start a blog. For those who don't know, I have PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome). It's been hard for me to lose weight and have always been obese. I had thought about starting a blog for a few years now not just to help people who also suffer with PCOS but also include receipies that have helped me with my weight loss journey. If I can just get back on track I think I may have a chance to get my weight down at least half of what I've gained by the end of the year. DH is wanting to get on board too, he's tired of being obese. I'd like to get it going here soon, if you have any ideas or tips of things you would like to see on a blog that helps with weight loss, let me know. It would be much appreciated.
Take care all. I'd like to start coming here more, just don't know how often it will be.
topsy it must be so frustrating having CFS. I admire your strength on your journey. Congratulations on the 4 pounds down!
Ugh on those plastic chairs. There are narrow, break easy and sink in the ground if it is wet. Wear comfy shoes so you can do lots of standing.
As for your cellulite I read somewhere that it comes from having thin skin. I rub a pumice stone all over my body when I shower. I hope it helps to renew the skin faster, covering cellulite and making my skin have more elasticity. I will let you know a few years down the road.
Sam, I sure hope you start that blog. Reading your post has me thinking of trying some of them and reminds me of others I had forgot. I always learn so much from you.
Scotsgal you looked awesome for the wedding. Where are you from. I was born and raised in Johnstone. Most of my family live from Saltcoats to Johnstone to Glasgow. My brother lost a ridiculous amount of weight through Slimming World, he swears by them.
Topsy Those white plastic chairs are a horror story waiting to happen. Take a blanket and sit on the ground
Sam Love the chicken recipe. I just bought a really nice slow cooker from Target. It looks more like a casserole shape. Oval and less deep than a regular slow cooker. I'll post a pic at some time.
Ubee it is always great to read your posts. I am going to try the pumice.
Have a great day everyone.
Ann
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Ubee I am working on the board but got distracted. I picked up a book in the store called 'How to be a Bawse' and have been reading it. It doesn't mean Boss but rather in charge of your life, goals etc. I don't really shop Wal Mart but happened to be in there. (I just end up with so much stuff when I go to WalMart) I am posting a picture of the Book below. Maybe it was Target.
Went to the Doctor today. He is pleased, as I am, with my weight loss but want me to concentrate on the reasons I am overweight and let him give me the advice on the actual food consumption. The only slip I've had in three weeks was when I took my grandson to Target and walked him over to the food aisles to pick something for dinner. He choose these Nacho cheese things but really he wanted to be in the Lego aisle. Guess who eat 4 of the Nacho cheese things???
So I realize I need to get his mom to pack his food. On that same thread my son (maybe 20lbs over) told me the other day that he finds it hard to go into a gas station without buying a candy bar. I clearly remember (20 years ago) when my husband was working overseas for a summer I took the kids most nights to the gas station for candy. WOW
What triggers do you Chicks have and how do you overcome them?
Ubee I would be happy to be an accountability partner with you (or anyone else) . At any level you wish. No judgement just motivation and to be a sounding board.
Topsy what region of England are you from?
Sam I think a blog is an awesome ides. My young friend has PCOS and is struggling.
Here is the book. She is FUN. Also has a great youtube channel. I bought it for around $16 from Walmart or Target
ps I don't have enough posts to be able to add links. be there soon.
Her name is Lilly Singh How to be a Bawse. She has a section on Vision Boards.
Ubee-you are right Saggy skin is so much better than the bulge!
anniemaxx I live In Norfolk hunny, 2 hours tarin ride from London in the East of England I struggle because i have a 5 year old so we have treats in the house( He dosent stay with me over night at the mo due to my Mental health problems) BUT we still have treats BUT i am on a roll with cal counting and allowing some treats-I just need to know WHEN to stop. Also I am a BIG emotional eater so when things with my MH are worse i struggle I struggle when things are unsettling with my ex. I still LOVE him But he cant cope with my MH issues
Ann, thanks for popping in yesterday. I stopped back in and read what you said and it did help me to get things going back in the right direction.
I am going to be honest with you. When your doctor said he wanted to be in charge of what you ate I got the willies. For the record I am not giving you any medical advice. When I think of all the unhelpful diet advice from my different doctors over the years I want to cry. I can do my own research and find one that I can live with. Once again thank God for the Internet.
I think I also have triggers that go hand in hand with doing something. Movies = popcorn, shopping = lunch out, coffee = sweets... I have not overcome them, I limit my portion or make healthier choices.
I am rereading Codependent No More. While I am fortunate to not have any persons close to me struggling with drugs or alcohol, I do have a tendency to be too helpful to others whether they need it or not. Another good book is Too Good For Her Own Good.
topsy, I am so sorry you are having so many struggles to deal with all at once.
Today is a new day and what a difference a day makes.
I hope everyone has a peaceful on plan day.
Ubee I know what your saying about letting Doctor have a say in what I'm eating. He is having me follow a plan similar to Atkins and South Beach. I'm looking at it like he is writing me a prescription for weight loss. He is a specialist in weight loss and has a dietitian on staff. Ultimately I make the decision what does or doesn't go in my mouth. I want to RUN to the bookstore and buy the book you recommended - Too Good for her own Good. Sounds like me. I am also intrigued by The thread based on Beck's Diet for Life. Have any of you Ladies read the book? followed the program? It's Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I am trying to peel back the layers on my overeating, recognize triggers and offer myself better options.
Topsy I lived in London for several years 'back in the day'. I am excited to be going back for a visit next year. I am so sorry that you are having some MH issues. Life is tough and getting MH health help on the NHS can be a challenge. My doctor was telling me that the NHS funding towards diabetes/treatment is taking up so large a portion of the budget that other programs are being cut to the bone. I hope you have some people in your corner close by.
What kind of goals are you'all working on for July. I am visiting my son in Ohio on the 21st and want to be in the 270's (279.9 counts). I know it is a lofty goal but the thought of getting on the plane and dealing with all the related seating and seatbelt issues will be driving my motivation. (why do we put ourselves through this??)
Plan plan plan your eating for the next 4 or 5 days. Anyone want to make a pact not to touch the mac cheese, potato salad or apple pie ?? add chips to that list lol
Ann
so I have a lot of work to do. I also need to get my butt back to the gym and get some motivation flowing.
so almost lost 4lbs this week EEK 
I hate being this size 
