[frymomma2b]

Ok ladies. I have been asked to start a weightloss buddy post so here it is. This can be if you are a new mom wanting to get back to pre-baby weight , a woman ttc and gained a few lb , or taking a break and want to look hot in your two peice . lol Any reason any rhyme just come join us in our quest to be sexy, beautiful women. I will start with my stats and my approach

FYI: you dont have to answer anything you dont want to!

What is your goal weight? 135
How much you have to lose? 35 lb
How you got here? TTC and m/c caused depression, and eating disorder (overeating)
Whats your method? Religous fasting from 2/28-3/6 (I just feel God telling me to) Then i am going to cut out fryed food, get 90-100 calorie packs instead of vending machine, alternate arobics, running,and yoga.
By what date? 6/2/2008

[jana]

Great idea. I know there are some woman on the April thread who are also trying to get healthy, lose weight, or just feel better. For me I need to increase my energy level and feel good about myself again.

What is your goal weight? 175
How much you have to lose? 40 lb
How you got here? TTC ,depression, and unhealthy eating habits. Veggie? What's that?
Whats your method? Whole wheat/Multigrains, no fastfood in the car, no sodas,treadmill, elliptical, stairs 45-60min daily and weight training
By what date? No specific, just feel better about self, reduce moods.

[frymomma2b]

Amen. If i just get to where i feel good when i get out of the shower again or dont try to hide parts from dh when i am getting dressed i will be happy. lol

[jmcrane]

I think this is a good idea.


what is your goal weight? 160
How much you have to lose? about 40
How did you get here? TTC and pregnancy, depression over eating
What is your method? It is going to be walking, exercising and watching what I eat.
By what date? At least by summer. Maybe sooner

[CryingInside]

Me too, me too! I tried this once before, but it didn't really take off....hopefully we can get the ball rolling for some support for us TTLW (trying to lose weight)ladies!

What is your goal weight? 140
How much you have to lose? 35 lb
How you got here? TTC (those darn meds!) Some depression, overeating, but not working the calories off.
Whats your method? Walking in the morning, watching and cutting my calorie intake drastically, watching portion sizes more closely, and, my first big goal-not eating anything after supper----no snacking at night!!!!
By what date? Starting 3/1 and hoping for 3 months, so by 6/1.

[jana]

Hey Ladies,

Well, I made it to the gym today. I had to force myself to go, but once I got there it was a good workout. I always feel better after I workout, but it is so hard to get there. Now I'm off to figure out what's for dinner. Have a good evening.

[ladybug029]

Great post! Thanks for starting it!

What is your goal weight? 175
How much you have to lose? 25 lbs
How you got here? Thyroid, Depression from infertility, Couch potato, eating too much, too many sweets!
Whats your method? Weight Watchers and try to be more active...Try not to eat after 8:30pm
By what date? Already started - no set time just trying to get healthy

[wannabigbabybelly]

Wow...I am so much heavier than you all
But ready to make some changes..I kinda failed at the new years resolution thing...lol

What is your goal weight? under 200 for now (we'll say 199)

How much do you have to loose? about 60

How you got there? PCOS, Thyroid, TTC for 9+ years, Depression, 6+ years worth of taking care of 57 kids...and living through 4 foster-adoptions, of loving kids with all my heart and never knowing wether they'd be mine forever even after years of them being with me...then...dealing with adoptive mother questions/fears/guilt and difficult open adoptions....the list goes on and on...but mainly low self esteem relating to infetility and not taking care of myself by excersizing/eating healthy.

[MissBish]

Thank you for starting this thread....

what is your goal weight? 150
How much you have to lose? about 20
How did you get here? 2 IVF cycles, depression, stopped working out, m/c and excuses
What is your method? Going back to the gym (4x per week - mandatory) and watching my diet
By what date? Not sure - start stims in April....

[jana]

Wow! Our list is growing. It's nice to know I'm not alone in the weight department. I think I had my eyes closed while I gained weight and then one day I looked in the mirror and thought what the H*ll happened to you?? Thank god I'm tall. My DH and I are both getting back to the gym and watching portion sizes. For me the toughest time of the day is from 3-5:30 for snacking. Anyone else have a tough time of the day?

[mdbrum16]

I love this thread!!!
what is your goal weight? 160
How much you have to lose? 48 lbs
How did you get here? 1 IVF cycles, PCOS,not working out
What is your method? low amylose diet(my RE says great for PCOS)weight training 3 days per week, cardio 4days per week
By what date? ASAP!

I also have trouble snacking from 3:30 to 5:30. I get home from work and just want to dive in! I have been on my diet since the the 3rd week of December and have lost 17 lbs. Now if I miss a normal day of working out I feel blah!

[mrsjanowski]

I want to join this thread as soon as I have this baby!!

What is your goal weight? It will eventually be 150
How much you have to lose? Not sure exactly, but around 60-70
How you got here? Not quite sure, probably depression.
Whats your method? Weight Watchers & Exercise.
By what date? However long it's going to take me!!

[frymomma2b]

Wow great to have everyone! I think it is cool how we can all share a different comon goal now. Well i read something that said to eat dinner off of a salad plate (saucer) and that will help you maintain portion control. Its worth a shot. The having to cook for two boys is what will kill me. DH is always perfect size and muscular so he snacks CONSTANTLY!!! LIKE 5 TIMES FROM WHEN HE WALKS IN THE DOOR TILL BED! so naturally i want to join him but i kept telling him last night i dont want any thank you when really i wanted that ice cream soooooo bad. hehehe. I dont have time to go to the gym because i dont want my little guy being watched any longer than absolutly necesary (I am kinda obsessive like that) lol. Oh well he will be big one day and i will have all the time i need for now i will just ride bikes with him or something.

[jana]

Originally Posted by frymomma2b

Wow great to have everyone! I think it is cool how we can all share a different comon goal now. Well i read something that said to eat dinner off of a salad plate (saucer) and that will help you maintain portion control. Its worth a shot. The having to cook for two boys is what will kill me. DH is always perfect size and muscular so he snacks CONSTANTLY!!! LIKE 5 TIMES FROM WHEN HE WALKS IN THE DOOR TILL BED! so naturally i want to join him but i kept telling him last night i dont want any thank you when really i wanted that ice cream soooooo bad. hehehe. I dont have time to go to the gym because i dont want my little guy being watched any longer than absolutly necesary (I am kinda obsessive like that) lol. Oh well he will be big one day and i will have all the time i need for now i will just ride bikes with him or something.

We only recently joined a gym because of the weather. Before that I was walking Bella, our lab, about an hour a day. I feel guilty going to the gym and not walking her, but I'm not getting out in the 10F weather. If it's 30F I'll concider it, but not any lower. We are supposed to have wonderful weather this weekend.......yeehaw!! I also heard to eat an apple before dinner and that fiber will help fill you up quicker. I've been trying to do it, and it seems to be a good start.

mdbrum..........I'll have to look up that diet. I've been doing the glycemic index (1 week) to help with the PCOS. That's great that you've already lost 17lbs.

[GRITS]

Hi Girls, I saw this thread and thought I might 'pop in'. What you are doing here is great! I am not trying to lose weight yet, but I thought maybe if any of you ever wanted any advice I could help. I used to be a personal trainer, and I have a BS degree in exercise science/health promotion. I would be happy to help out in any way. you could pm me, or I will check back here. Or ya'll can tell me to buzz off if you want.......