Is anyone else trying to get ready for spring

[KanoasDestiny]

I'm really overweight, and I've decided that I'm going to work really hard to lose some weight. Truthfully, I'm lacking confidence that I'll be sucessful. I've lost weight before by doing it the wrong way, and then I always gain it back plus some. I'm really trying to do it safely and right this time.

Is anyone else out there dieting, or wanting to lose weight? I wish that I only had 10 to 20 pounds to lose!

 

[krissy3]

I have a little to loose, I am 40 this year and its showing. I believe every body is totally different . What has worked for you in the past? For me , If I can keep my mind on things other then the taste of all good things in the kitchen it helps. Also If I can keep myself walking , moving or doing something other then sitting , then my calorie intake is less then the amount i am keeping my body moving. Cleaning stalls , gardening , anything to keep you , me busy will definatly help. Drink lots of water, and fresh vegies , have pre cut carrots apples etc ready in the fridge for a quick fix.

 

[Miniv]

Ahhh......YES.

I quit smoking almost exactly a year ago..........I kept some of the weight from creeping on by keeping busy on the farm through the Spring and Summer. But Winter was my downfall.

I'm shrinking my stomach......not eating large amounts and the snacking is GOOD things.

But, most importantly, I'm choosing to WALK more. Even with our horse chores, Larry loves using our ATV a lot, and I'm trying to go out of my way to push the rubbermaid wheelbarrow instead.

(I'm not very good about staying with "structured" diets or exercise.)

So......what are YOUR plans on HOW? I personally believe in at least doing things that you KNOW you can LIVE WITH in the long run....... Because if you go back to your old ways, you'll gain it all back!

 

[Mominis]

I'm trying to drop a few pounds by spring too. I've been pretty decent about my diet but I know I'm still carrying a few pounds of winter chub. I'm dedicated to spending more time with my Sheepdog, a LOT of time with the new horse, and I walk a lot at work. I also have a TON of spring cleaning to do around the house. I have three households of junk in my garage that I was able to avoid all winter because of the snows. Now I have to go deal with all of it. ::sigh::

Congrats on the one year anniversary of quitting smoking miniv! KanoasDestiny, best wishes on your diet!

 

[KanoasDestiny]

Well truthfully, I've always struggled with my weight, even as a child. I've done the starvation thing, the protein shake thing, the diet pills (ephedra worked REALLY good before it was taken off the market), the exercise thing, counting calories...the list goes on.

My biggest problem was that I wasn't in it for the longrun...I wasn't ready to make life changing choices.

I'm a picky eater, so it's hard for me to stick to anything that involves changing the foods I like to eat. Add the fact that I get discouraged easily, and it's a recipe for disaster. I know that the ONLY way I'm going to be able to lose weight is if I cut down on my portions. I can't deprive myself of the foods I do like, but I need to learn how to control myself. I've went from drinking 3 sodas a day, down to only 1 for the past three weeks and I'm doing really good with drinking lots of water.

 

[barnbum]

When my babies left for college I decided to lose the extra weight--only 15 lbs. I joined a summer Weight Watchers program and lost 17. Life is filed with points. Knowing and following points give you control back. It's easier to do it when you know you're going to get weighed, but they have an on-line program too that works for many. I weigh myself every day--without fail--and when it creeps up a bit--I start counting points and off it comes. I'm 49--been married 25 years--and I'm 7 lbs more than on my wedding day. Not too bad.

I started jogging with horses this weekend! That will help immensely. I highly suggest this activity, for both you and the horse!

 

[SampleMM]

I feel your pain.........In October I decided to rejoin Weight Watchers. I am a lifetime member who strayed way off course. Over the last three years, I managed to put on 50 lbs. but as of today I'm down 39 lbs. and am starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel. I feel so good being back in control and I'm also walking 3 to 4 days a week which really helps with stress. My blood pressure is back to being low, joints feel better and I look forward to a normal summer.

Good luck to you and your diet. I know from experience that it isn't easy. Feel free to PM or email me if you decide WW is the route you want to take.

 

[jayne]

I have been working on it since LAST February (13 months) and am down 60 pounds so far. My big problem is bread/pasta/anything starchy, so I have pretty much cut that stuff out unless it's whole grain and then still only one or two small servings a day (I'm LOVING steel cut oatmeal for breakfast!). I try to eat things as close to nature as I can, so hardly any prepared foods (gotta have a bit of chocolate once in a while!)...just mostly fruits, veggies, lean meats, eggs, yogurt, etc. I am not crazy about salads, especially in the winter, so I make a big pot of soup filled with vegetables to get me through, so I can feel like I can eat a lot and be satisfied.

I also recognize that I am pretty much not crazy about exercising. I had an epiphany last summer on vacation when we rented bikes and it didn't seem like exercise at all, so we bought a couple of good bikes and we try to get out whenever the weather is favorable. This weekend we did 13 miles each day on a nice trail in our area. I also bought a Wii fit and try to do 30 minutes at least a few times a week.

I have never been a normal weight my whole adult life, and frankly, don't expect to at this point (48), but I sure can get healthier and hopefully smaller. As long as I'm heading the right direction, I guess that's good.

I wish you the very best of luck in starting down this path and hope we don't stray off too badly!

 

[Mominis]

Ooooh! I've been wanting to try the Wii Fit. What do you think of it? Are you more inspired to work out because it's like a game?

 

[Pepipony]

I got the Wii Fit plus for Christmas and LOVE it. I have Lyme disease, so sometimes getting up and out or even just up, is hard LOL With that I can do it as I can and several times a day I do a little here and little there. So far I have lost 14 lbs. I REALLY watch what I eat, but when I cant loose weight on a 1000 calorie diet, loosing is even tougher. Do watch your fat calories, you would be amazed how many things are super loaded. Good luck!!!!