AlyssainNC Member

Hi, I'm having duodenal switch surgery next Wednesday! I'm nervous, but excited. I have about 200 pounds to lose. I'm in North Carolina.

Really depends on you. I use one and it really helps me. Not all trainers are created equally though. You've got to find one that knows their stuff, isn't just trying to push their peculiar (oftentimes expensive) shake/bar/restrictive system, and works you out in a way that gets you to *your* goal, not theirs. I use a…

So true! I love Jim! (And the gym...).

What really helped me gain confidence in the gym was having a few personal training sessions. I asked the trainer to make workouts for me that used different features of the gym and then show my how to use each of those things. It really helped me feel more confident and directed in my workouts. I now see my trainer every…

I'm just under 5'9 and right now my goal is 175, but I don't know if that will be my final number. I don't know what my body or frame will really look like until I lose a lot more weight.

I eat back my workout calories depending on if I'm hungry or not. If I'm not hungry, I don't eat or I use some of them to indulge in a treat (Jamba Juice is my weakness!). If I am hungry after working out, I eat and I try to focus on healthy foods like fruit, veggies, yogurt, and nuts. Your body does need a certain amount…

Audiobooks during cardio (though today I discovered humorous books that make me laugh out loud make running on the elliptical very tricky!). Nothing during strength.

Wow! Congratulations! You look fantastic and it sounds like you feel that way too! I have very similar stats (and a similar history with food/ww) so it's great to hear a story like yours. Keep up the great work. Good job loving yourself!

Did your friend do some things that you didn't do? What are you doing to help your weight loss? It sounds like you have a lot bad feelings about yourself and your ability to lose weight. It's natural to be disappointed, but it's awesome if you keep trying!

It can be tough to be firm about having your gym time when there are fun play dates going on. What I do is I make sure there is a mom's night out every once in a while so that I can catch up with all the other ladies. Also, I do try to fit in a daytime play date at least every other week. Could you shift your schedule so…

Glad to help! It can be a big change, but once you get used to it, it becomes second nature. Good luck!

I'm totally the same way. Give me rich high quality dark chocolate instead of chalky fake milk chocolate any day! I love eating real food! I am naturally judgmental as well and when I'm on the path of healthy eating and fitness I tend to forget that we all have our weaknesses and struggles.

My husband was diagnosed with (very) late onset Type 1 diabetes almost two years ago. We took a series of nutrition classes after his diagnosis which was created for both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetics. However, the nutritionist said she would teach the class the same to non-diabetics. Basically, eat real food. Stay away from…

Totally off topic and random, but I own both of those Woot! shirts. :)

I'm 5'9 and just starting my weight loss (currently at 257). My goal at this time is 175. I have a medium to large build and I'm a strong. When I get down past 180 I'll just continue losing until I feel fit and look healthy. :)

You look amazing! Great job! I'm also doing the clean eating/work out thing. I hope my results are as awesome as yours. :)

Congratulations! You are an inspiration!

I keep it simple. A meat, a starch (rice, corn, etc.), and at least one veggie. I try to make sure at least 2 of the 3 things are items my four year old likes already. She doesn't have to eat all of a new food (or a food she's seen 7 times, but still acts like it's foreign!), but she does have to eat 4 bites (one for each…

Thank you for sharing your story! Congratulations on your loss! You look fabulous!