*FIT BY FALL*

jklm

Don't mean to be a downer...but I had a medical test done this past Monday and have to wait until this upcoming Monday for the results...it's been a long week. My doctor is pretty sure the results will be positive. I'm scared, a little depressed and spent way too much time researching it online when I could have been exercising and doing my food diary.
Today I finally got myself to exercise (4.4 on the elliptical) for the first time this week, just finished doing my food diary for the first time this week, and now I'm fresh from the shower. So, I decided I'm restarting my day (it's 6pm!). Good morning, everyone! :laugh:

This is a great group!!! Reading your posts is always good for me. You inspire me when things are going well for you and when you're struggling then I don't feel so alone.

A special thank you to mrsprazak05 for posting: "Its not about how fast we get there...it's the climb!" Thanks for reminding me what I keep forgetting. :flowerforyou:

anewday

7/06 - 128
7/13 - 126.5
7/20 - 125.5
7/27 - 126
8/03 -
8/10 -
8/17 -
8/24 -
8/31 -

Goal Weight - 112
Total Lose- 2

I gained half a pound back, I had some pit falls this week but I'm back on track, today I walk/ran 40 mins. I'm keeping track of what I'm eating again so next weigh in should be great! Hope everyone has enjoyed their weekends! I weighed in early so I wouldn't forget tomorrow, busy day ahead!!! Everyone is doing great and welcome to all the newcomers!!!
:flowerforyou:

sbury

Congratulations. 58 M here- (old guy) lost 37 so far since April. Point I wanted to make is to make sure u r exercise burns the fat . Aerobics is fine and ok for off days. But u might have more results doing 20 min at 60-70% heart rate; 10 min at 80-90 heart rate; and 20 min at 60-70 heart rate.
Heart rate = 220 - age. This makes sure u burn fat converted to sugar vice burning he surgars form muscles - make sense?

take care

maddiebabe

Hi there,

I was wondering if it was too late to join this thread. its the first time I've come across it and it seems so positive and motivating! i would love to be a part of if!

Im really struggling, I keep bouncing up and down 3 lbs each week and am having a super hard time getting all my calories in on here. It has me set to 2040/day and that seems like soooo much. I follow the weight watchers diet and make the healthy choices and log everything on here as well and it doesnt even get me past 1800 usually. IS there something wrong that I am doing?

HEEELLLPPPP Oh...andyou guys are all so amazing and inspirational

leeslim4life

Hi I am new to this site & after reading every ones post you have definitely inspired me to start getting healthy today & not wait until August 1st. I have been truly looking for a group of motivating people such as your self & would love to join this group if you would have me.

I’m a 32yr wife & mother of 2 great children. I started my healthier way of life back in Jan08 & have been dropping the pounds. In Sept 08 I was given the opportunity to work from home & jumped on it. I didn’t look at me missing the free access to the office gym & had to turn to my workout tapes that helped me maintain. I wasn’t dropping the weight like I wanted to. So, I stopped 3 months ago & gained 3lbs back over the 3 months. I know…. the wrong thing to do but, it’s the truth. I need to lose at least 20lbs. I was eating clean throughout my journey minus the 3 months I stopped but, never ever counted calories. I’m very nervous about that.

I did enter my weight, height & age when joining MFP & wondered was I correct when reading that I can take in 190g of Carbs in a day? I know if I eat too little I’m not going to see results, so I am going to get my eating in I just want to be sure that I’m reading this all correctly before jumping into full swing tomorrow morning. Any help & advice is greatly appreciated. I am looking forward to getting to know you all! Have a great day & stay motivated.

Leelee

fiftyandfit

GOOD MORNING!! :flowerforyou:

Welcome lee and maddie :flowerforyou:

I'm not much of an inspiration this morning........gave in to the stress yesterday and
ate fast food......TWICE!!! :explode: Paying for it this morning on the scale....have to
work today :grumble: , but at least know I'll eat HEALTHY and won't do the fast food
run.

Maddie....that's a LOT of cals!!! was that number factored by including exercise????
I stick with 1200cals a day.....it's more than enough. Especially when you eat right!
That means no processed foods, none of those 100 calorie snacks, etc. Just good
healthy food.............most of it right off the produce shelf!
My usual day........
breakfast (yes out of the box :frown: cuz I don't like oatmeal) multi grain cheerios or raisin bran
am snack - celery/pb
lunch - 1/2 turkey san on oroweat protein health bread or tuna wrap on lettuce
pm snack - fruit
dinner - chicken or ? and veggies.......no starches
if I REALLY want something before bed, another fruit or bowl of cereal

Keep reading the various posts on the site........LOTS of information. Just remember, most
members are like me, not professionals! We only know what's working for us!!

Have a great day everyone!
Pam:flowerforyou:

maddiebabe

Actually the calories were given BEFORE i factored in exercise which is CRAZY. i had opted for losing "one pound per week" when I set up my profile on here,and I just went in and adjusted it to aiming for 1.5 lbs/week and it dropped me to 1700 which is a lot better I think. I will probably still have some trouble but its a lot more achievable.

I dont like to eat the calories I burn working out because i feel like it defeats the purpose (only my personal opinion though he he) But I do make sure to eat healthy and try very hard to stay away from restraunts and fast food as much as possible except sometimes we are out with friends on the weekends. Either way this seems much better.

Your day of food sounds very simmillar to what I try and get in in a day so now I dont feel so bad about it Thanks so much for the suggestions

ClassiC

happy day everyone!!!

welcome newbies!!!!! Let's all aim to keep in the loop with our successes and pitfalls (yes, there are those) :flowerforyou: I find this site such a positive reinforcement to my new lifestyle! no wonder i failed so many times before and have actually stuck with it for 3 months now...

.....so i just wanted to share that yesterday i pulled out a pair of size 12 jeans i havent worn in 3 years (more like 4)....:happy: i was actually angry when i did it b/c i couldnt find my 14s and i was in a hurry to make it to an appointment so i was determined to squeeze into them regardless :explode: (lol) BUT to my surprise they fit!! i wore then and i felt so proud of myself! it took me a while to get here, but i'm here!! just wanted to share with you guys b/c i know how easy it is to give up when not seeing results immediately like we want! just dont ever give up!

thought for today:
"Success is often achieved by those who don't know that failure is inevitable."
- Coco Chanel, fashion designer

water up!!!!!!! :glasses:
Thanks everyone!! :flowerforyou:

fiftyandfit

ClassiC............:drinker: :drinker: :drinker: :drinker: U Go GIrl!!! u rock! :drinker: :drinker: :drinker: :drinker:

ClassiC

thanks Pam!:flowerforyou:

quick question everyone- i love pb! is there anything other than fruit, celery (eww), ww toast and cottage cheese i can pair it with ????? i'd like to keep it as a snack this week but kind of tired of the same ole! lol.... i'd like to not resort to eating it alone or using my sugar free chocolate bar with it hahhahaha:laugh:
i know i'm taking out a few popular options there.... sorry!

thanks! :happy:

jklm

Curvykatie (gotta love that name) - welcome back! Joining the gym is going to make all the difference in the world, good for you! You’re setting yourself up for success!

Fiftyandfit – that sounds like a great digital scale. I need a new one, especially one that reads 169! Congratulations on reaching your lowest weight in 10 years. That’s inspiring me today!

Hrcrosby – glad you’re joining us! You’re on your way to looking great for that wedding and the Y is fantastic! What sort of a bootcamp are you doing on Monday?

ClassiC – thanks for rememinding me that “NOTHING will cause us to give in or keep US from achieving what we set out to accomplish here!” You’re doing fantastic!!! Must feel great!

Tamawamara – Wow!!! 2.5 lbs lost!!! I like the ideas of “sneaking in exercise”. It’s working for you!

TNYorker – welcome and congrats on your 21 lb weight loss!!! Your healthy lifestyle change is paying off big time!!!

Maddiebabe & Leeslim4life – WELCOME!!! It’s never too late to join us.

MrsP - you're still the tops at keeping us all positive and committed to making good choices in order to meet our goals. Thanks for such a great thread!

leeslim4life

Ok, I am so ready for tomorrow! I ran out to Target & bought a digital scale, a calorie counter, a knee brace, my multivitamin & some new sports bras. I have everything setup & running. You know I had to just step on that scale right? OMG I am not 188lbs, I’m 196lbs!!! The Nintendo Wii lied to me.  I nearly passed out. I have so much more work to do then I expected but, I will do this.

I am so happy to see everyone is doing so well! I can’t wait to report back tomorrow, have a good night!

~Leelee~

TNYorker

Thanks for the warm welcome everyone!

I feel so successful after I've passed through the weekend without going off track! I will probably have a snack [pb on choc. rice cake + strawberries ] before I get to bed, and that will be the end to the weekend.

I have something to look forward to this week but before I tell you what it is, I'm going to give you a little more info about me. :bigsmile:
I was born/raised in NY but currently reside in TN. My highschool sweetheart of seven years/fiance lives in NY and we visit each other every other month or so. It's crazy hard but I'm here because of work/school. We'll be getting married in another year and half, and then I'll be able to move back home with him.
So here's the news...he hasn't seen me since my weight loss - and he's coming to visit this Thursday!!! Eeeek, I'm so excited!!! Even though I'm looking forward to having fun, I've promised myself to not to lose focus and still eat healthy. Wish me luck! [fingers crossed!] :laugh:

:flowerforyou: Anita

TNYorker

Ok, I am so ready for tomorrow! I ran out to Target & bought a digital scale, a calorie counter, a knee brace, my multivitamin & some new sports bras. I have everything setup & running. You know I had to just step on that scale right? OMG I am not 188lbs, I’m 196lbs!!! The Nintendo Wii lied to me.  I nearly passed out. I have so much more work to do then I expected but, I will do this.

I am so happy to see everyone is doing so well! I can’t wait to report back tomorrow, have a good night!

~Leelee~

Aww Leelee, don't worry hon - what's a couple more pounds vs. your determination?! Keep thinking positive as you already are, you can do this! :drinker:

leeslim4life

Awww TNYorker that is so sweet!!!! I hope you guys have a great time together.

And Yes you are right, 8 extra pounds has nothing on my determination. I am ready to get this done! :happy:

fiftyandfit

ClassiC..........apple w/ pb! yummo!! my kids said rice cakes...i said ugh! hate eating dust!!
'course maybe the pb would act like glue!! :laugh:

c y'all in the a.m. ~ fingers crossed!:flowerforyou:

jklm

TNYorker - Time for me to go to bed and that's a great story to read before I hit the pillow! You've got to feel great and so proud of yourself.

anewday

Hi ladies, I'm confused I thought we where posting in another thread, but I couldn't find it. I weighed in early yesterday but thought I would just keep with my days and weigh in again officially today. If we did change threads can someone let me know. THANKS!!

7/06 - 128
7/13 - 126.5
7/20 - 125.5
7/27 - 124
8/03 -
8/10 -
8/17 -
8/24 -
8/31 -

Goal Weight - 112
Total Lose- 4

leeslim4life

Good morning Ladies,
I weighed in this morning & went from 196 to 194.4 :happy: So, I will never weigh myself at night again!
Today is my day 1, I had a Herbal Life shake with a 1/2 a cup of blueberries....I have my water at my side & will do my work out tonight after work!

I hope you all have a great day! Stay focused & remember we can do this!!!

Until Later, Lee!

mrsprazak05

Hi ladies, I'm confused I thought we where posting in another thread, but I couldn't find it. I weighed in early yesterday but thought I would just keep with my days and weigh in again officially today. If we did change threads can someone let me know. THANKS!!

7/06 - 128
7/13 - 126.5
7/20 - 125.5
7/27 - 124
8/03 -
8/10 -
8/17 -
8/24 -
8/31 -

Goal Weight - 112
Total Lose- 4

New post is up! Sorry, it's 730 am my time... maybe i should have posted it BEFORE my morning workout...sorry! great job on the weight loss ladies!!

mrsprazak05

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A special thank you to mrsprazak05 for posting: "Its not about how fast we get there...it's the climb!" Thanks for reminding me what I keep forgetting. :flowerforyou:

You're so very welcome!! And my you have strength this week to over come those obstacles, and anxiety about your test...and stay motivated and positve! Be blessed! I'll pray for you...(if that won't offend you)

mrsprazak05

.....so i just wanted to share that yesterday i pulled out a pair of size 12 jeans i havent worn in 3 years (more like 4)....:happy: i was actually angry when i did it b/c i couldnt find my 14s and i was in a hurry to make it to an appointment so i was determined to squeeze into them regardless :explode: (lol) BUT to my surprise they fit!! i wore then and i felt so proud of myself! it took me a while to get here, but i'm here!! just wanted to share with you guys b/c i know how easy it is to give up when not seeing results immediately like we want! just dont ever give up!

CONGRATS!!! WHAT A GLORIOUS FEELING!!!

maddiebabe

OH MY GOODNESS....this thread is soooo positvie and motivating and I cant wait to read it each morning to motivate myself through the day. Thank you for starting it.....its awesome

jklm

FYI:
Post weight in new thread
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/61322--fit-by-fall-weigh-in-for-july-27th

Funny thing is I accidentally typed *FIB by Fall*, I swear I'm giving my honest weight...really! :blushing:

jklm

FYI: Post weight for Monday, August 3rd in new thread -

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/62016--fit-by-fall-weigh-in-for-august-3rd