Okay - I GAINED a pound - but I swear it was my birthday! Not good practice for the holidays coming up. I WILL make it up next week. I'm so proud of all or your losses! Amy - 5.5! Linday and flutrbug -5. Back with you all every day next week. Help me along!

jmaemme, 176.5 (+1)
almeeker, 156.5, 153.7 (-2.8)
xarinn, 186, 185 (1)
changeisgood29, 223.4, 223.4 (0)
harpecanuck, 252
AmySmiles28, 175, 169.5 (-5.5)
traceymc1985, 170
GameGal, 239
carrenross, 233
[email protected], 222
christineval, 233.5
lindaybarnett, 246, 241 (5)
jammiepants, 284
emy62509, 177
Lotus, 195
07thatgirl, 172
flojo773,
weightlossBoo, 253.5
butterlfy135, 187
flutrbug, 179, 174 (-5)
brandismom, 222.2
thursdayandben, 181
lcseidl, 187
Crimpet, 171.5 (-1)

Minus 4.5lbs for me this week. That'll do. ;)

jmaemme, 176.5 (+1)
almeeker, 156.5, 153.7 (-2.8)
xarinn, 186, 185 (1)
changeisgood29, 223.4, 223.4 (0)
harpecanuck, 252
AmySmiles28, 175, 169.5 (-5.5)
traceymc1985, 170
GameGal, 239
carrenross, 233
[email protected], 222
christineval, 233.5
lindaybarnett, 246, 241 (5)
jammiepants, 284
emy62509, 177
Lotus, 195
07thatgirl, 172
flojo773,
weightlossBoo, 253.5, 249 (-4.5)
butterlfy135, 187
flutrbug, 179, 174 (-5)
brandismom, 222.2
thursdayandben, 181
lcseidl, 187
Crimpet, 171.5 (-1)

Is it too late for me to join the Christmas 30? I so don't want another holiday season where I'm struggling into my clothing and eating enough at holiday parties that I have constant low-grade stomach distress...my overall goal is basically 30lbs, but getting there a month early would be the best Christmas present I could get!

Starting Weight (21 Sept 2010): 150.5
Current Weight (25 Sept 2010): 152.5
Goal Weight (1 Feb 2011): 123
Christmas Goal!: 123

Hi everyone you are all doing great. My weight was 167.5 last week-lost 2.5lbs on Tuesday.
I dont know how to put the list on my message to update it. I may sound stupid but im useless on computers. I should be able to do it once i know how but i wouldnt count on it!
Please help and apologies

Tracy - welcome to the group!

Go to the top of this page.. (to the darker blue ribbon) and click on 'User CP'.

Then look on the left for something like edit signature. Type in what you want and save it. When it needs to change, just go back and edit it. It sounds hard but it isnt.

To the tune of "White Christmas", add a line if you've got one:

I'm dreaming of a slim Christmas
Just like the ones I used to know...

Where the skinny jeans shimmer
and small tops glimmer
And critics jaws drop to the floor!

I'm dreaming of a slim Christmas
With every cal'rie that I count.

May your ....

OMG did I have cravings last night! I don't know if I was just bored, or if I didn't eat enough calories yesterday, or if 8 days without junk just caught up to me! I did not cave though! I drank a cup of green tea instead. I had to remind myself of what my ultimate goal is and eating the junk is not going to get me there. Also, I am so horrible if I cave even a little because it always leads to feelings of failure which then lead to an all out binge, which then becomes self loathing and depression. I am not one of these people who can have a cheat here and there and then pick right back up. I wish I was! I have been avoiding going out with friends and visiting family because I know the temptations are just too great!

What motivates you to reach your goals?
 

First of all, way to go everyone on your week 1 weight losses! Keep up the good work!

A little get to know you question for you to ponder over and respond to....

What motivates you to reach your goals?

Right now I have two major motivators. 1.) My husband is currently overseas. He is scheduled to come home the end of January and I want nothing more than to surprise him with a slimmer version of myself! 2.) We have been struggling to have a baby for the past three years. We underwent several months of fertility treatments with no success. After many tests and analysis they can't find any reason for our struggle. It was so emotionally and financially draining to us that we stopped trying all together. We are ready to try again when my husband gets home, so I want to be in the best health possible before starting IVF in the hopes that it will improve our chances of it being successful. Research shows that women who have a normal range BMI respond better to treatments. I hope and pray that is the case for us!

Great idea!!! I'm in!!!

Jennifer

Beginning weight: 174.25
Mini Goal: 160
Final Goal: 140

Wow...gotta love this 1st week! To lose 9 lbs.!!!! WhooHoo! :D But I know most of it was just lots of water/bloat, but I'll take it! Now comes the hard part...
Sandy

jmaemme, 176.5 (+1)
almeeker, 156.5, 153.7 (-2.8)
xarinn, 186, 185 (1)
changeisgood29, 223.4, 223.4 (0)
harpecanuck, 252
AmySmiles28, 175, 169.5 (-5.5)
traceymc1985, 170
GameGal, 239
carrenross, 233
[email protected], 222
christineval, 233.5
lindaybarnett, 246, 241 (5)
jammiepants, 284
emy62509, 177
Lotus, 195
07thatgirl, 172 (-9)
flojo773,
weightlossBoo, 253.5, 249 (-4.5)
butterlfy135, 187
flutrbug, 179, 174 (-5)
brandismom, 222.2
thursdayandben, 181
lcseidl, 187
Crimpet, 171.5 (-1)

GAMEGAL- i went on to like you said to edit signature but for that long list of joiners and progress like in above post and to change and update each week- Do i need to copy it?
Dont worry if not sure what i mean-really sorry again!

Start weight-235lbs
Current weight-167.5lbs
Goal weight- 140lbs

Way to go 07thatgirl! That is awesome - 9 pounds!

Tracy, for that list, yes you copy it, then paste in your new post, and put in the correct numbers for you and save it. Then everyone keeps track of their own and you always copy and paste the last one posted in the thread.. No need to be sorry for anything.... not everyone is a computer wiz... and people here dont mind explaining if they can. :D

Hello Ladies

If anyone is looking for a personal trainer I think my 4 year old fully qualifies. I had explained to him the other day how we were going to be eating better foods because mommy and him were going to make our bodies healthier ( don't get me wrong he is not over weight he is probably underweight he is rail thin but I thought it was a good idea to explain to him why our eating habits were changing) and how were were going to work out to build big muscles and he was really excited. He works out with me most days. Well tonight we had company for dinner so we had a little bit more elaborate dinner than usual and I had made cornbread. Not bad as far as breads go but still bad enough. I had told myself I was going to have only one piece but ended up eating 2 they were so good. So after our company leaves he says to me " I think because you had 2 pieces of cornbread you should do 2 workouts, lets do another one now" and got out the weights and excercise ball and everything. So needless to say I have done 2 complete 40 minute work outs today and totally don't feel bad about that 2nd piece of cornbread at all because I know I worked it off!!

jmaemme, 176.5 (+1)
almeeker, 156.5, 153.7 (-2.8)
xarinn, 186, 185 (1)
changeisgood29, 223.4, 223.4 (0)
harpecanuck, 252
AmySmiles28, 175, 169.5 (-5.5)
traceymc1985, 170,167.5 (-2.5)
GameGal, 239
carrenross, 233
[email protected], 222
christineval, 233.5
lindaybarnett, 246, 241 (5)
jammiepants, 284
emy62509, 177
Lotus, 195
07thatgirl, 172 (-9)
flojo773,
weightlossBoo, 253.5, 249 (-4.5)
butterlfy135, 187
flutrbug, 179, 174 (-5)
brandismom, 222.2
thursdayandben, 181
lcseidl, 187
Crimpet, 171.5 (-1)

Thankyou so much GAMEGAL-i finally managed it!!! You should have seen the pride in my face when i did it. The small things that make us happy eh!!

Sunday weigh-in = 4# lost this week
 

:p Lost 4# this week - I believe it was the water.:p

jmaemme, 176.5 (+1)
almeeker, 156.5, 153.7 (-2.8)
xarinn, 186, 185 (1)
changeisgood29, 223.4, 223.4 (0)
harpecanuck, 252
AmySmiles28, 175, 169.5 (-5.5)
traceymc1985, 170,167.5 (-2.5)
GameGal, 239
carrenross, 233, 229 (-4)
[email protected], 222
christineval, 233.5
lindaybarnett, 246, 241 (5)
jammiepants, 284
emy62509, 177
Lotus, 195
07thatgirl, 172 (-9)
flojo773,
weightlossBoo, 253.5, 249 (-4.5)
butterlfy135, 187
flutrbug, 179, 174 (-5)
brandismom, 222.2
thursdayandben, 181
lcseidl, 187
Crimpet, 171.5 (-1)

Need the motivation...count me in
 

This is exactly the group I was looking for...

Start weight: 179.4 lbs.
Mini goal: 150 lbs.
Final goal 2/12/11: 138 lbs.

Xarrin ~ LOL! What a great little trainer you have right there! Only 4 yrs. old and he's already keeping mom on her toes! Absolutely wonderful to make him a part of a healthy lifestyle...you will lose weight and he will learn how to eat healthy and keep fit! Wow, Jillian Michaels has some tough competition! :)


Flutrbug ~ Thanks for the congrats on my weight loss. You and I are pretty much on the same journey! I know we can do it!

You say Jillian Michaels, I say Stalin...lol

I would love to join
 

Count me in! I need to lose 30 pounds by Christmas!


When do I need to post weight loss each week and how do I do it? I am new to this...
Stacey

Starting weight 282
Current weight 195.6
Pounds lost: 87
Christmas Goal: 165
Goal Weight 135

I am in
 

I read the original post on the 20th which was my first day on the site. I have come back a couple of times but had not posted. The idea that I could REALLY lose 30 lbs by the end of the year has been taunting me. I have had a devil and angel conversation between you can do and you can't do it. Today I decided to say...step down nay-sayer!! I am in. :) Tomorrow is my weigh in day so I will post my loss then, but here are my stats:

F42yo - overweight 16 years
Starting wt: 181 (9/20/10)
Goal wt: 130

Welcome Msmona! Glad your strong side won! You will find lots of buddies and support, encouragement and some butt kicking motivation here lol.

I don't think there is a specific weigh-in day, but the post started on a Friday so that's what I go with. Anyway, go to the most recent list, hit the "quote" button on the right hand bottom corner, then edit it to add your starting weight and your next weigh-in, then your total change in parenthesis.

The next time I'm tempted to cheat I'm going to try and picture a mini fat me on one shoulder and a mini skinny me on the other and let them argue it out. You can do this, we're all sure of it, all that remains is to convince you. Come with us, what have you got to lose? Okay, besides the weight. Heck even if you only drop 10, 15, 20 by Christmas, that's much much better than packing on 10-15 like I did last year.

yvette
 

I am in. Beginning weight 207--goal by Christmas 170:) yvette

jmaemme, 176.5 (+1)
almeeker, 156.5, 153.7 (-2.8)
xarinn, 186, 185 (1)
changeisgood29, 223.4, 223.4 (0)
harpecanuck, 252, 250 (-2.0)
AmySmiles28, 175, 169.5 (-5.5)
traceymc1985, 170,167.5 (-2.5)
GameGal, 239
carrenross, 233
[email protected], 222
christineval, 233.5
lindaybarnett, 246, 241 (5)
jammiepants, 284
emy62509, 177
Lotus, 195
07thatgirl, 172 (-9)
flojo773,
weightlossBoo, 253.5, 249 (-4.5)
butterlfy135, 187
flutrbug, 179, 174 (-5)
brandismom, 222.2
thursdayandben, 181
lcseidl, 187
Crimpet, 171.5 (-1)

Hello Lovely ladies! I was away for the weekend and managed to eat (fairly) healthy for dining out most of the time. One half of a dessert consumed on the weekend - did a workout in the pool and did lots of mall walking.

We shopped in my girlfriend's skinny chick stores and I got some terrific motivation - picked up a few new smaller things and was drooling over some little suits that were cute beyond belief.

Hope everyone is well and had a successful week and weekend. Way to go on the losses!:) I'm happy to report I'm a loser this week :p

jmaemme, 176.5 (+1)
almeeker, 156.5, 153.7 (-2.8)
xarinn, 186, 185 (1)
changeisgood29, 223.4, 223.4 (0)
harpecanuck, 252, 250 (-2.0)
AmySmiles28, 175, 169.5 (-5.5)
traceymc1985, 170,167.5 (-2.5)
GameGal, 239
carrenross, 233
[email protected], 222
christineval, 233.5
lindaybarnett, 246, 241 (5)
jammiepants, 284
emy62509, 177
Lotus, 195
07thatgirl, 172 (-9)
flojo773,
weightlossBoo, 253.5, 249 (-4.5)
butterlfy135, 187
flutrbug, 179, 174 (-5)
brandismom, 222.2
thursdayandben, 181
lcseidl, 187
Crimpet, 171.5 (-1)
dlsanchez4, 179.4
slmurray74, 195.6
msmona1410, 181
yvette1111, 207

Just adding some losers to the list.

Continue On...
 

I start working out and watching what I eat.

I lose a few pounds, then stop.

I want to continue losing until I reach my goal and maintain my weight.

I will check in weekly on Friday.

Down .2 pounds -- woo hoo!

(Okay -- I'm really trying to cheer about this, but I am actually supremely disappointed that it's not more of a loss. But it's still a loss, so I am claiming it)

Ang

Trying something new
 

I am a yoyo dieter - that's my confession. I lose and gain the same 30 pounds every 2 years or so.

I have found a free website with a 60 day program addressing spirituality, overeating and filling your life with good things instead of good food. It seems to deal with underlying problems, not dieting or body size.

I have committed to doing that program daily for 60 days, then their followup.

I'm not trying to preach to anyone, just hoping and praying that I can leave bad habits behind me.

Hello Ladies

Just wanted to check in and see how everyone is doing? Thought I would let you all know that I am having a great day. It is one of those days where it feels like everything is falling into place. Took measurements today and was down in all areas. Feel healthy and am happy when I look in the mirror. Thought I would make a note of this so when I have a bad day I can look back and see that they are not all like that!!

Me too
 

I am in - sounds like a great way to KICK START my effort

Count me in.. My goal is 27 pounds by Christmas!

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jmaemme, 176.5 (+1)
almeeker, 156.5, 153.7 (-2.8)
xarinn, 186, 185 (1)
changeisgood29, 223.4, 223.4 (0)
harpecanuck, 252, 250 (-2.0)
AmySmiles28, 175, 169.5 (-5.5)
traceymc1985, 170,167.5,167.5 (-0lbs)
GameGal, 239
carrenross, 233
[email protected], 222
christineval, 233.5
lindaybarnett, 246, 241 (5)
jammiepants, 284
emy62509, 177
Lotus, 195
07thatgirl, 172 (-9)
flojo773,
weightlossBoo, 253.5, 249 (-4.5)
butterlfy135, 187
flutrbug, 179, 174 (-5)
brandismom, 222.2
thursdayandben, 181
lcseidl, 187
Crimpet, 171.5 (-1)
dlsanchez4, 179.4
slmurray74, 195.6
msmona1410, 181
yvette1111, 207

Hi everyone well ive been weighed today and no change. I just started my monthly cycle this morning and im hoping this is the reason. Im going to do my best to do really well this week and hopefully once aunt flo has gone that will help give me a good loss next tuesday!!
Its not a loss but im even more pleased its not a gain!!
I discovered vegetarian sausages this week and i enjoyed them with some mixed pulses. Also found out i like the taste of Marmite-love it or hate it and i like it with rice cakes.
Is there any unusual foods that people have tried lately and enjoyed the taste or something people maybe thought they wouldnt like but did??
I also found out i love guacamole and houmous

Just adding some names.

jmaemme, 176.5 (+1)
almeeker, 156.5, 153.7 (-2.8)
xarinn, 186, 185 (1)
changeisgood29, 223.4, 223.4 (0)
harpecanuck, 252, 250 (-2.0)
AmySmiles28, 175, 169.5 (-5.5)
traceymc1985, 170,167.5,167.5 (-0lbs)
GameGal, 239
carrenross, 233
[email protected], 222
christineval, 233.5
lindaybarnett, 246, 241 (5)
jammiepants, 284
emy62509, 177
Lotus, 195
07thatgirl, 172 (-9)
flojo773,
weightlossBoo, 253.5, 249 (-4.5)
butterlfy135, 187
flutrbug, 179, 174 (-5)
brandismom, 222.2
thursdayandben, 181
lcseidl, 187
Crimpet, 171.5 (-1)
dlsanchez4, 179.4
slmurray74, 195.6
msmona1410, 181
yvette1111, 207
megwb,
krisann67, 183.6

jmaemme, 176.5 (+1)
almeeker, 156.5, 153.7 (-2.8)
xarinn, 186, 185 (1)
changeisgood29, 223.4, 223.4 (0)
harpecanuck, 252, 250 (-2.0)
AmySmiles28, 175, 169.5 (-5.5)
traceymc1985, 170,167.5,167.5 (-0lbs)
GameGal, 239
carrenross, 233
[email protected], 222
christineval, 233.5
lindaybarnett, 246, 241 (5)
jammiepants, 284
emy62509, 177
Lotus, 195
07thatgirl, 172 (-9)
flojo773,
weightlossBoo, 253.5, 249 (-4.5)
butterlfy135, 187
flutrbug, 179, 174 (-5)
brandismom, 222.2
thursdayandben, 181
lcseidl, 187
Crimpet, 171.5 (-1)
dlsanchez4, 179.4
slmurray74, 195.6
msmona1410, 181, 177.5(-3.5)
yvette1111, 207

Just adding my weekly loss above in purple. I weigh in on Monday's.

[QUOTE=traceymc1985;22060]--------------------------------------------------------------------------------

jmaemme, 176.5 (+1)
almeeker, 156.5, 153.7 (-2.8)
xarinn, 186, 185 (1)
changeisgood29, 223.4, 223.4 (0)
harpecanuck, 252, 250 (-2.0)
AmySmiles28, 175, 169.5 (-5.5)
traceymc1985, 170,167.5,167.5 (-0lbs)
GameGal, 239
carrenross, 233
[email protected], 222
christineval, 233.5
lindaybarnett, 246, 241 (5)
jammiepants, 284
emy62509, 177
Lotus, 195
07thatgirl, 172 (-9)
flojo773,
weightlossBoo, 253.5, 249 (-4.5)
butterlfy135, 187
flutrbug, 179, 174, 171 (-8)
brandismom, 222.2
thursdayandben, 181
lcseidl, 187
Crimpet, 171.5 (-1)
dlsanchez4, 179.4
slmurray74, 195.6
msmona1410, 181
yvette1111, 207

Just updating the weekly weighin -- down 8lbs in 2 weeks...

just updating mine
 

jmaemme, 176.5 (+1)
almeeker, 156.5, 153.7 (-2.8)
xarinn, 186, 185 (1)
changeisgood29, 223.4, 223.4 (0)
harpecanuck, 252, 250 (-2.0)
AmySmiles28, 175, 169.5 (-5.5)
traceymc1985, 170,167.5,167.5 (-0lbs)
GameGal, 239
carrenross, 233, 229 (-4)
[email protected], 222
christineval, 233.5
lindaybarnett, 246, 241 (5)
jammiepants, 284
emy62509, 177
Lotus, 195
07thatgirl, 172 (-9)
flojo773,
weightlossBoo, 253.5, 249 (-4.5)
butterlfy135, 187
flutrbug, 179, 174, 171 (-8)
brandismom, 222.2
thursdayandben, 181
lcseidl, 187
Crimpet, 171.5 (-1)
dlsanchez4, 179.4
slmurray74, 195.6
msmona1410, 181
yvette1111, 207

im in i need a team, must get back into the skinny jeans :) yay it will be fun with support, by now it is probably 12 weeks to go,

Hi Ladies!!

Just checking in and wishing everyone Happy Hump Day! Week's half over! Let's everyone keep on that healthy path! Food, fitness and don't forget the water!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Santa ain't going to recognize us at Christmas :D