05 BRIDES Weight Loss Motivation

Original post by naps627

Feb 23, 2005 11:00 PM

Only one post per person and edit only that post, every time you have a motivation break through. Try to keep at TOP if you see it straggling in the 2 and 3 page bump it.

IT IS NOT EASY KEEPING THIS UP TOP!

I will start.

Workout 5 times a week
3 weight/cardio days
2 cardio

20 pounds to lose
Lost 2.5 already
17.5 more to go.

16 weeks to go

I love how all of you are so positive it is a big help for each other. WOOO HOO!!!! We can do it!!!
Everyone who posted so far Thank you. Just by writing it down is the best motivation

My dress didn't come in yet so I guess I have less than 16 weeks. I will make sure I update with right amount of time. Because the weight has to be off before the last fitting.

suebride Posted: Feb 24, 2005 02:53 PM

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Here goes...

Goal: Lose 25 pounds

Already Lost: 8 pounds

17 more to go...

I workout 4 times/week --cardio and weights...I think I am going to start working out 5 days/week...I also am really trying to watch what I eat and have been limiting my bread and pasta intake!
Realistically I would be happy losing another 12 pounds and not 17...

Good luck to everyone!

naps627 Posted: Feb 24, 2005 05:11 PM

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bump!!!!

randella Posted: Feb 24, 2005 05:35 PM

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OK.. well, first fitting is on Saturday, wedding is in 8 WEEKS!!

Goal: 8 to 10 pounds(8 real ones 2 or 3 stress ones)

What I do: Work out everday sometimes twice.. unless something gets in the way. Goal is to make sure I am exercising a minimum of 6 times a week- whether it is an hour work out (short) or complete workout- two hours

Diet: I follow a strict diet where I eat like 1000 to 1200 calories a day, 1200 only on BAD days. Balanced meals with all food groups represented.

Where I am at: I have been doing the gym off and on- been hardcore for a few weeks now-- the diet I usually follow all the time- but have been more strict lately. I have not really seen the scale move-- but, I have intensified everything lately so I feel like I will start to see a difference soon as it is more of a drastic change.

november05 Posted: Feb 24, 2005 05:46 PM

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Great thread...and great timing...I just got home from Rhode Island and 3 days of crazy eating...

My goal is to lose 10-15 pounds by April/May. I'm not getting married until November, but I want my spring clothes to fit!!!

I will continue going to the gym 2x a week, plus 1-2 more times. I will keep running 4 miles each time I go.

I will eat better and stop eating because I am bored. I will eat less snacks/bread and stop thinking about food!

We can all do this!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

JacnRob729 Posted: Feb 24, 2005 09:42 PM

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OK, here goes--

Goal- lose 10-15 pounds by May

Eating-I really like weight watchers, but my problem is eating healthy. On weight watchers, i can eat mcdonalds and still lose weight. While that is wonderful, I really want to start eating healthy for myself. Also, I am going to try not to eat after 7:30 or 8:00

Excercise-I just started Tae Bo boot camp. Boy, did it throw me for a loop. I was hurting today, therefore I could not even do it. But I WILL do it again tomorrow

Good luck everyone!!!!!!!!!

naps627 Posted: Feb 25, 2005 08:40 AM

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BUMP!!!

nylibride Posted: Feb 25, 2005 11:25 AM

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Ok, so I'll have you all know that this post was part of the reason I decided to join WW.

so--joined yesterday (2/24) and would like to lose 8-10 lbs.

Gym:
total body conditioning (weights) class 2x week
3-4 cardio workouts
Thinking about spinning, but it really kicked my *ss the last time I did it.

let's see how it goes!!! Keep the info and updates coming!!!

lauren16 Posted: Feb 25, 2005 11:40 AM

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Oh I am so jealous of all you motivated girls!! I am NOT motivated, and can't imagine having time to work out in addition to everything else going on. FH's make it so difficult too!! My FH can eat whatever he wants and not gain a pound. Of course he can work out while I'm at work(he's a teacher) - and I have no time to! It's frustrating:( At least I have 9 months still...but I need to get in some kind of shape because I just feel blah:(

Marisa M Posted: Feb 25, 2005 11:41 AM

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Ok
5 weeks til my first fitting
12 weeks to the wedding.
My IDEAL goal is 20 lbs by the wedding, but I'll keep it at a more realistic 12-15 (1 lb per week is healthy right)

Pilates 3x a week w/ extra hour of cardio
TONS of water (b/c I drink NONE now)
No junk food........

brooklynbridezilla Posted: Feb 25, 2005 11:46 AM

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Which Pilates DVD's is everyone using?

Marisa M Posted: Feb 25, 2005 11:56 AM

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Posted by brooklynbridezilla

Which Pilates DVD's is everyone using?

I use the Mari Widnsor chick that Daisy Fuentes endorses..........

brooklynbridezilla Posted: Feb 25, 2005 11:58 AM

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Posted by Marisa M

Posted by brooklynbridezilla

Which Pilates DVD's is everyone using?

I use the Mari Widnsor chick that Daisy Fuentes endorses..........

How do you like it? I am thinking of ordering it.

germai68 Posted: Feb 25, 2005 12:58 PM

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Okay I just joined the Self Challenge. I will be:
Month 1:
Monday: Tae Bo (25 min) and ab workout

Tuesday: Weight Lifting Routine and ab workout

Wednesday: Tae Bo (25 min) and ab workout

Thursday: Weight Lifting Routine and ab workout

Friday: Tae Bo (25 min) and ab workout

Sat/Sun: Off

naps627 Posted: Feb 25, 2005 10:23 PM

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BUMP!!!!!

katieshope Posted: Feb 25, 2005 11:29 PM

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I use the Windsor pilates too, I have a few of them so I alternate.

alexlynn7 Posted: Feb 26, 2005 01:54 PM

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Bumpety bump bump

traceyd Posted: Feb 27, 2005 09:31 AM

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BUMP!!!!!

103005FallBride Posted: Feb 27, 2005 11:24 AM

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Posted by suezboss
OK- I REALLY should start this now...
My yearly membership to Curves is up on March 11th (but I moved in October, and do not go to this new one like I used to go to my old one) so I will see if Ladies workout express RIGHT NEAR ME is good... If not, will search for another gym, to see if I will ACTUALLY go...
I NEED to eat better also... FH is NO help, and that makes it hard... he won't eat healthier with me, and It's a pain to only prepare for one... I will try to convince him.
*Ideally* I would like to loose 20-30 pounds.. but Realistically I would like to loose 10.

suezboss - Ladies Workout Express is really good! I joined after they started a one month free promo for brides. I currently have a free membership at another gym until May, but noticed I get a much better workout at LWE. I highly recommend it. Let them know you're a bride and get the one month free promotion! Bridesmaids & Mom's are included too!
One thing I really like about them is each month they weigh you, take your measurements, fat % and BMI. What motivation that is!!! I can't wait for my first month!!!
Ok...here's my scoop!
Started for real about a week or two ago.
Wedding is 8 months away and I need to lose 40-50 lbs to feel comfortable...I got a LOT of work to do!!! Any tips would be greatly appreciated!!! I'm going to check back often!!! I joined WW last year and lost 18 lbs, but put some back on when I stopped. I'm trying to stay motivated by myself w/out going to meetings, but going helps 100%!!! I'm also working out 4-5x a week. We'll see.....