05 diet support group?

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Posted by KimberlyBride

I had a grilled chicken salad and it was sooo exciting

I am going to the gym tomorrow morning. I think we should all post every time we work out to motivate others. Like happybride and FMB going everyday motivate me to go more often. I only go 3 times a week and should kick it up to 5.

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Definately kick it up to 5 or 6 even. I didn't see any results until I did this!
You go Kim!

Thanks. Once I get to the gym I really love working out and the feeling after - it is the getting there that is hard

OK.... what works for me is that I make a promise to myself... 'just 20-30 minutes of cardio is ALL I'll do, then I'll leave.' 90% of the time, I wind up staying and doing a full work-out, but sometimes I DO leave, and I don't beat myself up over it, kuz at least I got 20-30 minutes in.....

Amy

That is a really good idea. Thanks

I've lost 8 out my anticipated 15 so far!! I'm on a roll!!

Congrats Tracy that is awesome!!!!

I just wanted to report in that I went to the gym again this afternoon-its been hard making the switch from going at 5 am to 3:30 pm but I had to do it since I'm on summer hours at work now. I'm very proud of myself-two days in a row-I plan on going Wed & Fri and I'll go Thurs if FH does wind up working (it's his 30th b'day on Thurs and he might have to work from 8am to 9pm :( )

I'm thinking of joining weight watchers still to help me see some more results-I need to lose these 20lbs!!!! They have a meeting at 12 noon by my job I figured I could go on lunch-does anyone know how long the meetings last?

good job!

I know how hard it is to get to the gym but you really get faster results that way!


I am going tonight and doing the circuit...im already dreading it since theres this one machine where i have to use my abs! ugh!

im gonna do it though...after my dinner of a small foreman grilled steak and some rice pilaf!

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Posted by JBKempf

My FH and I are both dieting and tonight he wanted to go 'get something' since its just the two of us...anyone have any eating out advice?

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Steamed shrimp and broccoli over brown rice with garlic sauce on the side. Heap the protein and veggies on your plate, add in a little brown rice, and dip your fork in the garlic sauce before each bite.

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Posted by KimberlyBride

I had a grilled chicken salad and it was sooo exciting

I am going to the gym tomorrow morning. I think we should all post every time we work out to motivate others. Like happybride and FMB going everyday motivate me to go more often. I only go 3 times a week and should kick it up to 5.

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omg u and this avatar!! im gonna kill you!!

ok so i want each and every one of you ladies to try to squeeze some sort of exercise into your day tomorrow (wednesday) ill be up at the butt crack of dawn to go to the gym. tomorrow is weights and my arms and legs will hurt from Mondays workout!

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Posted by JPC1125

yes ma'am!!!

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RISE AND SHINEEEEEEEEEEE.............
UP AND AT EM!!!!!!!!!!

Happy Wednesday ladies!!!



this will no longer be meeeeeeeeeeeee

hahahaha. Ok I am awake and heading off to the gym. Plan on doing 45 minutes cardio and also light weights.

Have a great low fat or low carb day everyone

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Posted by KimberlyBride

hahahaha. Ok I am awake and heading off to the gym. Plan on doing 45 minutes cardio and also light weights.

Have a great low fat or low carb day everyone

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GOOD JOB!!!

I found this on weightwatchers.com and thought it might be helpful to some of you...

5 REASONS YOU CAN'T LOSE WEIGHT

You're doing your best to slim down, but the scale doesn't seem to budge. Sound familiar? 'Weight loss revolves around all aspects of your lifestyle — sleep, stress, even mood,' says Leslie Bonci, MPH, RD, the director of Sports Medicine Nutrition at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. 'And if you're neglecting one of these, you may be sabotaging your success.'

We've come up with the top five reasons you may not be dropping dress sizes. Read on to find out if one's affecting you — so you can get back to getting results.

1. You're skimping on sleep. 'If you don't sleep enough, your body looks for another way to find energy,' says Bonci. 'More often than not, that means you end up overeating just to stay awake.' Plus, she adds, when you're exhausted you're less inclined to make smart food choices, and may even reach for 'quick fuel' — think sugar-laden or starchy products like donuts. Aim for seven to nine hours of shut-eye a night.

2. You're not combining diet and exercise. 'Many people think that if they work out, they can eat whatever they want,' says Kelli Calabrese, MS, a spokesperson for the American Council on Exercise. 'They may gain muscle, which is great, but they won't see their shape change significantly until they cut back on calories, too.'

3. You're stressed out. Stress works similarly to sleep deprivation, in that many people reach for food to cope, says Calabrese. Plus, many avoid the gym when they're anxious or overloaded, thinking they don't have time. But Calabrese points out that a good workout is crucial during tough times: 'Exercise is one of the best things you can do to bring your stress level down.'

4. You look at food as the enemy. 'Restricting your favorite foods or targeting foods as 'good' and 'bad' will only set you up for a binge,' says Bonci. 'The key to weight loss is overall calorie reduction. Eat what you like, but eat less of it.' And remember that eating after exercise is a must, stresses Calabrese. 'Don't skip meals post-workout thinking you'll burn even more calories,' she says. 'Without fuel, your body goes into starvation mode, and your metabolism becomes sluggish to compensate.' She recommends a balanced snack or meal that combines protein, carbohydrates and fat (like yogurt).

5. You haven't tried a new approach. 'Many people I work with relapse many times before successfully losing weight,' says Bonci. 'So don't give up if your first attempt isn't successful,' she says. 'Switch things up by lifting weights or eating several mini-meals a day, for example. Try, try again — sooner or later your persistence will pay off.'

Good tips Diana. The gym was awesome. I feel soooo good right now

Thanks for the tips!

I hit the gym this morning - it's paying off, at least I hope so!