scrappinmama
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Post by scrappinmama on Apr 10, 2017 1:37:36 GMT
I need weekly support. I lost 12lbs on WW, but fell off the wagon a couple weeks ago. I need to buckle down and get back in gear.
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Post by elaine on Apr 10, 2017 1:48:28 GMT
So it's been a very long, hard week. I lost my mom this week after an illness. I've been going back and forth between eating too little and eating too much. I'm not going to freak out over it, and if there's a gain, in the scheme of my life right now, I really just don't care. That being said, I'm not going to use this as an excuse to quit. I actually like the gym, I walk on the treadmill for 30/45 minutes with incline intervals, then 30 minutes of strength training taking turns between arms, abs, and legs. I listen to books, watch Netflix, and Broadway music with high BPM. (((Hugs))) |
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Post by purpleflowers1811 on Apr 10, 2017 1:49:49 GMT
Hi,
I have lurked on this site for a while. I joined we last week. I have a significant amount of weight to lose. Just trying to learn the system and lose weight slowly so it will stay off.
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Post by elaine on Apr 10, 2017 1:55:00 GMT
Hi, I have lurked on this site for a while. I joined we last week. I have a significant amount of weight to lose. Just trying to learn the system and lose weight slowly so it will stay off. WELCOME!!! let us know how we can help and support you! |
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Post by kluski on Apr 10, 2017 2:58:40 GMT
What are you eating for breakfast?
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Post by oliquig on Apr 10, 2017 10:58:30 GMT
What are you eating for breakfast? Weekdays, I eat the same thing a scramble of one egg, one egg white, spinach, and tomatoes. Once or twice a week I will have a smoothie instead. On weekends I have oatmeal, egg/egg white omelets, or Kodiak pancakes. Edited to say "or" rather than "and," as I don't have that all for breakfast on the weekends. |
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Post by elaine on Apr 10, 2017 14:38:18 GMT
What are you eating for breakfast? I switch between making an omelette with one egg and 1/4 cup of egg beaters - in the omelette I put spinach, rotel tomatoes, and 1/4 cup shredded low fat cheddar cheese. Other days I have 3/4 cup plain low-fat homemade Greek yogurt with 1/2 cup berries. |
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nicolep
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Post by nicolep on Apr 10, 2017 16:14:40 GMT
Oh my @oliquiq. I am so so sorry. Like MaryPea said, be kind to yourself during this time. ((hugs)) YAY for another thread! Thanks so much herewegoga ! I started WW 6 weeks ago and I'm down 16lbs and that's without exercise. I am trying desperately to fit in at least 30 min a day but right now all I'm doing is fast-walking with my co-worker out in the manufacturing plant during the day. We work in the office so it's fun to get out and see all the people.  Like I said on the other thread...I need support, inspiration, food ideas etc. I started a WW Instagram account ( @nicolespickles_ww ) if anyone would like to follow me. I would also love to know if you're on Instagram as well so I can follow you. It's a great WW community on there and I've learned so much already! The more support the better IMO! |
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huskergal
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Post by huskergal on Apr 10, 2017 16:37:26 GMT
Y'all who go to the gym, I have a question. I'm doing well with WW however I know I need to add in exercise. I have a gym membership but I have yet to use it. I'm not gonna lie, I HATE exercise. What makes it easier? I feel like if I could just motivate myself to get started it would be half the battle. Also what if anything makes it enjoyable for you? I've tried walking with friends from work, that's not helping. I actually hate that because they expect me to talk while we walk. Have you tried weight lifting? I love it! I workout with a trainer once a week and he gives me workouts to do in between the time I meet with him. I am starting to see definition in my shoulders. My biceps are rocking. I can't wait to see what happens when I lose more weight. |
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huskergal
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Post by huskergal on Apr 10, 2017 16:43:29 GMT
So it's been a very long, hard week. I lost my mom this week after an illness. I've been going back and forth between eating too little and eating too much. I'm not going to freak out over it, and if there's a gain, in the scheme of my life right now, I really just don't care. That being said, I'm not going to use this as an excuse to quit. I actually like the gym, I walk on the treadmill for 30/45 minutes with incline intervals, then 30 minutes of strength training taking turns between arms, abs, and legs. I listen to books, watch Netflix, and Broadway music with high BPM. It has been almost 5 years since my mom died. I am finally back to my weight that I was when she died. I went on a bender the first 2 weeks after. I ate and I drank and I didn't care. Gained 15 pounds in a month. Then I tried to be motivated to lose it, but I didn't care. High cholesterol and watching my in-laws age and knowing my mom's poor health contributed to her death slapped me in the face. In all I gained 30 pounds after she died. Finally last January(2016), I rejoined WW. I have been up and down, but I finally have the mental and emotional pieces in place and finally feel like I can be successful. Getting back to the pre-mom dying weight was huge for me. Good luck. It was really hard for me. And hugs to you. |
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huskergal
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Post by huskergal on Apr 10, 2017 16:48:17 GMT
I really need to buckle down for the next 5 days. Dh and I had date night and went our for Sushi on Saturday. I didn't too bad except I had 2 drinks. They didn't have a ton of mix in them, but still. Then I made Thai food at home yesterday. All that soy sauce and I ate too many noodles. I did get to the gym on Saturday, and I walked yesterday. I got over 16,000 steps, but I was up 1.5 pounds this morning.
For breakfast I vary. Weekdays I was doing oatmeal or a Slim Fast protein replacement shake. I made a crustless veggie quiche last night that is 3 points for 1/8th of the quiche. I had a slice of that this morning and some raspberries. The WW leader said to up my protein intake so that is what I am working on.
As for the gym, I know having a trainer has made all the difference in the world. Even on the days I don't have any desire to go, I always feel so much better after I go. I feel accomplished when I am sore and sweaty, and I love to see the muscle definition I am getting. I hate the treadmill and only do it on days I can't get outside.
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Post by MaryPea on Apr 10, 2017 22:13:49 GMT
how was everyone's Monday?
Mine was ok. Gonna have to be good for dinner but that's ok, i don't weigh in til Saturday.
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Post by paperaddictedpea on Apr 10, 2017 23:01:37 GMT
I weighed in tonight - down 1.6 pounds. I was hoping for a bit more but I'm still happy to have a loss. I've been having trouble eating all of my points most days (some days I'm under significantly), so for the next week I'm going to focus on getting closer to my daily points number, and also on getting in more protein and drinking more water.
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Post by missfrenchjessica on Apr 11, 2017 0:29:16 GMT
I have had an OK Monday. I'm feeling a "binge" coming on. I'm feeling "snacky". I want something. Not sure what. Nothing in my kitchen is speaking to me. I've been eating a little of this and a little of that to try and figure out what I want. I'm definitely counting it, but I hate wasting the points when I can't put my finger on it. I'm afraid if I don't figure it out soon, I may fall face-first into the kids' Easter baskets on Sunday!  I got to my kickboxing class and was as red as a tomato and gross sweaty by the end--apparently I had a good workout!  I was talking myself out of it, but managed to get my butt there. I really should have learned by now that I ALWAYS feel great after I go. Why I do that to myself I'll never know. It was a good class. It's been a pretty good Monday! |
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Post by elaine on Apr 11, 2017 0:55:05 GMT
I have had an OK Monday. I'm feeling a "binge" coming on. I'm feeling "snacky". I want something. Not sure what. Nothing in my kitchen is speaking to me. I've been eating a little of this and a little of that to try and figure out what I want. I'm definitely counting it, but I hate wasting the points when I can't put my finger on it. I'm afraid if I don't figure it out soon, I may fall face-first into the kids' Easter baskets on Sunday! I got to my kickboxing class and was as red as a tomato and gross sweaty by the end--apparently I had a good workout! I was talking myself out of it, but managed to get my butt there. I really should have learned by now that I ALWAYS feel great after I go. Why I do that to myself I'll never know. It was a good class. It's been a pretty good Monday!  You keep dragging your ever shrinking butt to that class! |
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Post by needmysanity on Apr 11, 2017 3:22:51 GMT
I am on maintenance right now, which is harder than weight loss for me. I really struggle with maintenance too. My brain just can't wrap it's self around it! I finally dropped my daily points to 33 which is half way between weight loss and maintenance. For some reason that works for me. |
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Post by needmysanity on Apr 11, 2017 3:25:45 GMT
Like I said on the other thread...I need support, inspiration, food ideas etc. I started a WW Instagram account ( @nicolespickles_ww ) if anyone would like to follow me. I would also love to know if you're on Instagram as well so I can follow you. It's a great WW community on there and I've learned so much already! The more support the better IMO! I followed you |
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Post by needmysanity on Apr 11, 2017 3:27:49 GMT
I start my new job tomorrow. The only part I'm nervous about is lunch - lol. At my old job I didn't have to eat with people and would do small meals all day. I don't know if that will work at this job but I packed my lunch as if it will work . If not...I'm going to have a TON of food at lunch time.
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Post by MaryPea on Apr 11, 2017 10:06:55 GMT
paperaddictedpea - YAY for being down 1.6! missfrenchjessica - yay for making it to class. Good luck handling the binge. I hope the feeling goes away, or you can satisfy your craving with a not-huge serving of whatever it is. needmysanity - good luck on the new job today!! i hope you can do what works for you. I agree with you and elaine about maintenance. that's when i lose my mind. i think i can do it on my own (and clearly i can't). I am hoping this time i will stick with meetings and tracking after i get to goal. But first, i have to get to goal. best of luck Tuesday (Monday's ugly stepsister), y'all!
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Post by oliquig on Apr 11, 2017 12:27:44 GMT
I weighed in tonight - down 1.6 pounds. I was hoping for a bit more but I'm still happy to have a loss. I've been having trouble eating all of my points most days (some days I'm under significantly), so for the next week I'm going to focus on getting closer to my daily points number, and also on getting in more protein and drinking more water. 1.5 is my average, and .5-2 lbs is considered a healthy and sustainable weekly loss amount, so you're doing great. You do really need to eat your points, try adding some healthy fats like avocado or a small handful of nuts, or real peanut butter. |
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huskergal
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Post by huskergal on Apr 11, 2017 12:31:49 GMT
I need major support. I went on an emotional eating binge last night. I have to get back on track today. I can't have a 2-day bender.
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Post by elaine on Apr 11, 2017 13:49:14 GMT
I need major support. I went on an emotional eating binge last night. I have to get back on track today. I can't have a 2-day bender. You can do this, Husker. Plan your food for the day now. If you need to, run to the grocery store and treat yourself to low point food that you love - fresh fruit salad, deli sliced turkey, shrimp or crab, salmon, etc. Splurge on deluxe foods that will make it pleasurable to be on WW today. You won't even miss the other stuff if you have a belly full of shrimp and zero Point fruit salad (or whatever your splurge is). |
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Post by missfrenchjessica on Apr 11, 2017 14:17:01 GMT
huskergal away Man! Binges SUCK! I agree with Elaine-get yourself something special so there's a smaller temptation to repeat yesterday's binge. Drink water and try to get some activity. One not so great day won't kill your progress. Remember to be kind to yourself. 😚
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nicolep
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Post by nicolep on Apr 11, 2017 14:53:37 GMT
I have had an OK Monday. I'm feeling a "binge" coming on. I'm feeling "snacky". I want something. Not sure what. Nothing in my kitchen is speaking to me. I've been eating a little of this and a little of that to try and figure out what I want. I'm definitely counting it, but I hate wasting the points when I can't put my finger on it. I'm afraid if I don't figure it out soon, I may fall face-first into the kids' Easter baskets on Sunday! I got to my kickboxing class and was as red as a tomato and gross sweaty by the end--apparently I had a good workout! I was talking myself out of it, but managed to get my butt there. I really should have learned by now that I ALWAYS feel great after I go. Why I do that to myself I'll never know. It was a good class. It's been a pretty good Monday! You keep dragging your ever shrinking butt to that class! OMGosh elaine! Love that!! Yay missfrenchjessica! Glad you went! |
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nicolep
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Post by nicolep on Apr 11, 2017 14:54:34 GMT
Like I said on the other thread...I need support, inspiration, food ideas etc. I started a WW Instagram account ( @nicolespickles_ww ) if anyone would like to follow me. I would also love to know if you're on Instagram as well so I can follow you. It's a great WW community on there and I've learned so much already! The more support the better IMO! I followed you Thanks girl! Just followed back! It's really a great support system! |
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Just T
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Post by Just T on Apr 11, 2017 16:15:19 GMT
I haven't been around 2 peas much the past week to participate in this thread because my father in law died last week and we were out of town. I was so worried about my eating habits while we were at mil's house because I knew there would be lots of junk food, etc. Thankfully, I was able to stay pretty much on track because I took things with me, but I did eat pizza one night. Only a small slice, and boy did it taste good. LOL I weighed myself this morning even though I was scared to, and I lost exactly a pound in the last week. I have officially lost 10 pounds since March 1 when my coworkers and I started our weight loss challenge. I am trying to lose 25-30, and 10 doesn't sound like very much considering my drastic change in eating habits, but I can see a huge difference already in how my clothes fit, so that is keeping me encouraged to keep going. I've even gone down a size already. I haven't been exercising either, so I am hoping that once I do, I will see more weight loss. |
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Post by elaine on Apr 11, 2017 17:16:24 GMT
Just T, I'm sorry for the loss of your father in law. 
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Post by oliquig on Apr 11, 2017 18:15:08 GMT
Just T I'm so sorry for your loss. I understand the food issue, but wouldn't worry about how long it takes. 10 lbs in 6 weeks is great!
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Post by reedina on Apr 11, 2017 18:25:04 GMT
I need major support. I went on an emotional eating binge last night. I have to get back on track today. I can't have a 2-day bender. Hugs. Today is a new day. Get back on track but be gentle with yourself. I am an emotional eater, too (big time STRESS eater), so I feel your pain. Save |
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Tejasgal70
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Post by Tejasgal70 on Apr 11, 2017 18:29:58 GMT
I'm a long-time lurker too, but decided to post because I started back to Weight Watchers last week. I've been on and off WW many times throughout the years. I lost 45 lbs on the plan way back in 1999 after the birth of my second son. So I know the plan works. I slowly let the weight creep back through the years, and then I gained 25+ in the last year and a half when I went back to work full-time. I hate the way I feel, and am having a lot of health issues I haven't experienced before, so I knew it was time to do something.
So much of it is mental. If you can psychologically get your brain on board you've practically won the battle. I weigh in this evening, and I feel very hopeful that I had a good week.
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I was talking myself out of it, but managed to get my butt there. I really should have learned by now that I ALWAYS feel great after I go. Why I do that to myself I'll never know. It was a good class. It's been a pretty good Monday!
