For those of you who lost weight or are looking to lose weight

wilmetted Posted: Apr 03, 2007 06:52 PM

For those of you who lost weight or are looking to lose weight

Lets post practical examples of things that worked for us so other brides can benefit. I hope there is not another thread like this. If there is, I am sorry.

I have lost about 17 pounds since July of last year. Most of it came off during the first three months. These things worked for me:

I cut out all Sodas and Juices (A lot of calories there) Water only.
For the summer only I walked a mile every other day.
I limited my fat intake to about 15 grams per day
I counted calories. Stayed low around 1500

About once a week I cheated

I have not really exercised since last summer but I have been able to keep the weight off by eating right. I just started birth control so I am hoping I don't gain. This is my first time on the pill.

Anyone else try anything that worked?

MF9282 Posted: Apr 03, 2007 06:55 PM

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I need to lose some help!!!!

leecr7 Posted: Apr 03, 2007 07:17 PM

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Great thread!

FH and I joined a gym together, which helps a lot. Also, when I just can't face the treadmill, I go to the pool and swim laps. Such a good workout!

vmystique33 Posted: Apr 03, 2007 07:19 PM

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smaller portions and staying active

Aug07OFCbride Posted: Apr 03, 2007 07:20 PM

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My BCP did me in, no matter what I do I feel like I cant lose a few stubborn belly lbs. I will def try your suggestions or any other ones! Keep sharing ladies.

WW is amazing in my opinion. I am eating small cup of cereal or egg whites for breakfast. A yogurt or fruit for snack. Salads salads salads for lunch. Another healthy snack and then Lean cuisines or peice of fish or chicken for dinner. And a WW, skinny cow, or smart ones desert.

It worked for me before, I just need to pick back up again. Ive been binging lately!! And feel so uncomfortable.

gpurple Posted: Apr 03, 2007 07:20 PM

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YES
great thread

I know what to do... expcept
at the stressful TIMES ( OFTEN) I want to cheat

I need help sticking WITH IT, daily....

diva7531 Posted: Apr 03, 2007 07:26 PM

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Tae bo. I did it a couple of years ago after I had my daughter. I did WW at the same time. And I didn't want to cheat because I had to work so hard to do the tae bo, I didn't want to waste it. Good Luck to all the girls out there trying. I am trying now too. Captsarkasm and I joined WW together, for a support team. And I go to a gym, take classes and have a trainer. Even when I have a bad week and don't want to go to the gym, I still have to go to the trainer, twice a week. I pay for it, so I gotta go. Also, I started running 5K's in the area. For all those saying ' I don't run, well that was me less than 9 months ago. It takes me 30-45 minutes to do it, but I do it! And you can too!

diva7531 Posted: Apr 03, 2007 07:27 PM

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Posted by Aug07OFCbride

My BCP did me in, no matter what I do I feel like I cant lose a few stubborn belly lbs. I will def try your suggestions or any other ones! Keep sharing ladies.

WW is amazing in my opinion. I am eating small cup of cereal or egg whites for breakfast. A yogurt or fruit for snack. Salads salads salads for lunch. Another healthy snack and then Lean cuisines or peice of fish or chicken for dinner. And a WW, skinny cow, or smart ones desert.

It worked for me before, I just need to pick back up again. Ive been binging lately!! And feel so uncomfortable.

I've been binging too! I need to get back on track!

gpurple Posted: Apr 03, 2007 07:29 PM

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THATS IT EXACTLY

was doing well.... lost 10 lbs

but.. BEEN BINGING LATELY
when things get crazy

AlliCatB Posted: Apr 03, 2007 08:46 PM

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I try to eat a few smaller things throughout the day - yogurt in the morning, banana as a snack, salad or sushi roll for lunch.... and I try to stick to Oprah's 'no food after 7:30pm' rule although it's hard on the 3 nights a week I work until 9.

gpurple Posted: Apr 03, 2007 08:50 PM

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THANKS !~

A LOT OF GOOD IDEAS- it helps to have support...

milana Posted: Apr 03, 2007 08:52 PM

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Posted by AlliCatB

I try to eat a few smaller things throughout the day - yogurt in the morning, banana as a snack, salad or sushi roll for lunch.... and I try to stick to Oprah's 'no food after 7:30pm' rule although it's hard on the 3 nights a week I work until 9.

ditto!

Yogurt or toast for breakfast with coffee. Then ill have either sushi or salad for lunch and then regular dinner. I dont eat after 7. This eating style works for me.

betani Posted: Apr 03, 2007 08:53 PM

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hint for when you hit a plateau - allow yourself a splurge day or two - it'll generally kick you oof of it when you go back to the diet.

fallinlove91407 Posted: Apr 03, 2007 08:53 PM

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great suggestions!! I've been trying to get back on track -- I've done WW in the past and been successful. but now's the real deal!! I've been so good the last 2 weeks and lost about 5 pounds. phew!!

what helps me is eating lots of fruit & vegetables as snacks, as well as portioning things out like snacks. if I had access to a full bag of chips I'd just keep eating. danger!! it helps me to put things in ziplocs in small portions then I stop eating

motivation helps!! even though I loved my make-trial photos today with Mia, my face looked so heavy in photos, I definitely gain weight in my face.ugh!! those pictures where such a motivator to lose more weight and not go off track.......

well maybe -- I think it's important to pick one meal or one day where you kinda eat what you want without going to overboard. it keeps you sane when dieting

tricia3381 Posted: Apr 03, 2007 08:54 PM

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i've lost 15 pounds since january by doing weight watchers and working out 4-5 times a week!!!
i do cardio 5 times a week and weights 3-4 times a week.

GettinHutched Posted: Apr 03, 2007 08:57 PM

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Nothing showed more results for me than when I started using weights in my workout....when I met my personal trainer, it turned everyting around. Once you build muscles, the fat completely melts off, and fast! You just have to stick with it. Cardio alone will not build muscle and you'll see results alot slower if you only do cardio.

Do not have unhealthy snacks in the house! If you must have them, portion control all the way! eeesh I should talk- this is my weakness!!

My FH is the best at teaching me willpower- it's not about can or can't - you simply just don't go for the foods that you know will give you trouble.

But for me, it's totally weight training/kickboxing, classes at the gym...and only low fat snacks in the house!

HamptonsBride Posted: Apr 03, 2007 08:58 PM

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I've done diets over the years but so far the best thing has been
starting Tae Kwon Do which helped me shed 10lbs...i've been taking in now for over 5 years and my weight has remained pretty constant as long as i take class 3 times a week.

When i do find my weight creeping up & i need to lose, i stick to a low fat diet...keeping my fat intake to 30 grams or less a day.

I will add a light workout with free weights too.

Running also helps me...but i haven't done that since the spring!

I try not to focus too much on food restriction and more on eating better foods & working out... and i am more sucessful.

wilmetted Posted: Apr 03, 2007 09:30 PM

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Breakfast is also something I do not want to miss. I believe it helps a lot. I usually do a cup of fruit or yogurt.

snowcat Posted: Apr 03, 2007 09:44 PM

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good advice...for those with a sweet tooth- eat fruit when you crave sugar- it has a lot of calories, but certainly less than the alternative

jayandjenny Posted: Apr 03, 2007 09:44 PM

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I lost 20 pounds on WW. I'm back on it again to lose a few pounds I gained before Christmas. The best thing I have learned is writing down everything I eat. It helps me keep myself in check and think twice about my snack choices

Great thread!