went on an 11 day cruise and lost weight (no kidding)

GlenWalterGal
GlenWalterGal Posts: 85 Member
in Success Stories
I just came back from a 6 weeks trip to Florida. It started with an 11 day cruise to the carribbean and I was worried that I would pack on the pounds...........all that food everywhere. So, my husband and I decided that we would NEVER take the elevator (except on formal nights where I surely would have tumbled down the stairs as I'm not that used to high heels and long dresses lol). I resisted the urge to go for seconds and made good choices. Walked the deck everyday and did yoga and tai-chi as it was free.

We then spent some weeks alone where we walked everyday at least 4 miles and the last two weeks, we were joined by our grandsons ages 16 and 14 as well as one of their friends aged 15. We went to Disneys Blizzard Beach, Bush Garden Tampa etc.....and kept up with them.

Upon my return, I was delighted to notice that I had lost nearly 3 pounds....So, my guess is: portion control and exercise do work and it does not have to be stuff at the gym all the time. Running around all day with the grandkids works really well too.
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  • quietHiker
    quietHiker Posts: 1,442 Member
    That's so great to hear! and so inspiring for those taking vacations! Thank you for sharing this :)
  • Brittany3914
    Brittany3914 Posts: 258 Member
    Huge accomplishment! Especially considering the 24-hour all-you-can-eat buffets and limitless mai thai drinks, waitresses refilling your sodas, and every other temptation you encounter while on vacation!
  • bellanoelle
    bellanoelle Posts: 105 Member
    That is really great! There's hope for my cruise in November!
  • mgmlap
    mgmlap Posts: 1,377 Member
    Congrats...I think its all about making wise choices..and if you do indulge..work it off..We are going on a family cruise next October...I do plan to eat..but I also plan to workout...
  • xcrmonger
    xcrmonger Posts: 22 Member
    Awesome! I'm going on a cruise with friends in October. I'm excited. 2 of the 3 friends are fitness freaks, and I checked out the boat we are going on... it's got a full gym!
  • Gwendalyne
    Gwendalyne Posts: 287 Member
    Wow that is awesome! Congrats on keeping the focus!
  • _Tristan_
    _Tristan_ Posts: 221 Member
    Congrats!
    I lose weight every time I vacation. More time in the day to get in a workout.
  • twinmom430
    twinmom430 Posts: 457 Member
    Great to hear, I'm going on a cruise in April and I'm so scared I'm going to gain weight......thanks for giving me hope :)
  • Pashen4fit
    Pashen4fit Posts: 63
    WoW I am going on one July and then another in Nov I hope I can lose I usally gain about 2lbs LOL
  • Vyshness8699
    Vyshness8699 Posts: 390 Member
    That's gr8 im always worrying about putting on weight when going on vacation!!! congrats to you
  • brown0928
    brown0928 Posts: 49
    Great job. Cruises are definitely dangerous with all the yummy foods! Good job!!!!
  • LittleMissNerdy
    LittleMissNerdy Posts: 792 Member
    Awesome! I think I normally lose weight too since I'm actually more active on vacation then I am in every day life! WTG!
  • raerox25
    raerox25 Posts: 3
    That's so awesome! I am going to FL in a month to get married and then Hawaii in May for our honeymoon. I really hope I can find the time to get in some workouts and make smart food choices while I'm on vacation!
  • Beastette
    Beastette Posts: 1,497 Member
    Fantastic job. That's amazing!
  • BlueInkDot
    BlueInkDot Posts: 702 Member
    Doing Tai Chi and Yoga on your cruise sounds about a gazillion times better than stuffing your face! You must have felt so rejuvenated!

    I didn't even know it was POSSIBLE to not gain weight on a cruise! lol That's why I've never looked into them. But if there is free Tai Chi and Yoga - I might give it another look! Haha! ;D

    Well done!!!
  • AZKristi
    AZKristi Posts: 1,801 Member
    great work!
  • blueeyedcristi
    blueeyedcristi Posts: 304 Member
    Congrats! That is great news :) I must admit I'm a little nervous about gaining weight next month when we go to Hawaii. We generally don't eat much while we are there as we are in the water snorkeling most of the day. I'm planning to do extra walking and excited to walk out to the volcano at sunset again. My concern is not eating enough so I'm gonna have to try and get some extra calories in somehow.
  • DLaurin1
    DLaurin1 Posts: 2
    Good for you! My wife and experienced a similar thing when we went cruising... no elevators and walked alot. Lost 2 pounds!:smokin:
  • mrselanco2268
    mrselanco2268 Posts: 38 Member
    Wow that is awesome and impressive. I went on a 7 day cruise some years ago and gained 7 pounds. Great job!:happy:
  • Pollywog39
    Pollywog39 Posts: 1,730 Member
    Nice work!

    I maintained my weight on a recent 10-day Mexico trip.......it wasn't all-inclusive, but we certainly ate well. Shrimp and lobster and banana pancakes and churros and gelato......well, the list goes on!

    But what DID we do? Lots of walking. Some snorkeling and swimming. Only ate two meals a days (with some minimal snacks), but did drink some adult beverages most days, and just had a GREAT time!

    It can be done. Eat and drink the things you REALLY like, and move..................but also remember, you are on vacation, so don't obsess about it!!!
  • Pfauxmeh
    Pfauxmeh Posts: 259
    This makes me feel a lot better about going on vacation next week! I'll be with my grandma in Florida and that lady looooves to cook (and she's good at it!) She has a pool, so I'm going to take advantage of that and do my strength training early to get it out of the way!

    Thanks for the inspiration!
  • emilysuelemus
    emilysuelemus Posts: 66 Member
    I went on a 2 wekk cruise once and came back 4 llbs lighter, with all the walking, and utlizing their gym, and we did the buffets I just made better choices and thought to myself how can I do this at home.....lots of fruit and vegs dishes linited meat and carbs...increase activity does work!!
  • ktrn0312
    ktrn0312 Posts: 722 Member
    That has been my biggest area of concern. I do not want to derail my progress. My husband had arranged for us to go on a cruise in early August. I remember my past overindulgences.
  • dorrierobles2003
    dorrierobles2003 Posts: 1
    This is quite an accomplishment! Keep it up! ;)
  • tinlee
    tinlee Posts: 60 Member
    Supposedly stress hormones interfere with weight loss. So perhaps relaxing was a factor, as well.
  • aggiesrar05
    aggiesrar05 Posts: 335 Member
    Great to hear! My boyfriend and I are going on a cruise in October. I'm not really all that worried about gaining weight on the cruise because I pretty much never sit still! I do plan on sampling all the different food (within reason) on the cruise but I also have us planned to the max on active things to do. Every port we are snorkeling, scuba diving, bike riding, climbing Mayan ruins (super excited about that one), etc. Also looking forward to all the different active stuff to do on the boat... especially the new ropes and obstacle course!! (Yep, I'm a 30yo kid).
  • rlw911
    rlw911 Posts: 475 Member
    I rarely gain weight on a cruise. I make DH take the stairs everywhere and stay active as much as possible. We love roaming around the ship, so I'm sure that helps!

    Aggies-I'm cruising in Octover, too. What ship and when are you going? We're going on the Magic, October, 28. :smile:
  • Navotc
    Navotc Posts: 97
    So inspirational! I'll be taking a 7--day to Alaska in about 7 weeks! I hope I do as well as you!!!
  • aggiesrar05
    aggiesrar05 Posts: 335 Member
    Aggies-I'm cruising in Octover, too. What ship and when are you going? We're going on the Magic, October, 28. :smile:

    Us too! Magic, Oct 28! 205 days!! (Yes, I'm counting down) I'm very excited, this will be my first cruise :-D
  • rlw911
    rlw911 Posts: 475 Member
    Aggies-I'm cruising in Octover, too. What ship and when are you going? We're going on the Magic, October, 28. :smile:

    Us too! Magic, Oct 28! 205 days!! (Yes, I'm counting down) I'm very excited, this will be my first cruise :-D

    Cool that we're on the same cruise! Our last few cruises have been with a group of friends, but not this one. Now, I'll "know" someone on the ship. :smile: This will be my 7th cruise and I still countdown the days! I'm excited to go on a new ship. If you have any questions or want any tips, I'll be happy to help if I can!

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