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December 14, 2010 - 277
December 14, 2011 - 150 That's a loss of ten pounds each month for one year -- to lose 120 in a year. |
Originally Posted by SisterJen
(Post 28459)
I'm sorry, but I have a serious issue with parents that do that to their children :eek:...I'm not sure which is worse, putting an average kid on a diet in the 2nd grade, and setting up weight issues for life, or having food pushed at you to "solve" every issue (good or bad)...skin your knee, a cookie will make it better!...get straight A's on a report card, go to a restaurant and have a 3 course dinner, etc.
While I didn't exactly grow up in either circumstance, food did play a big part in my childhood. My family ate out at least 2-3 times a week (which is where I got my passion for multicultural cuisine), but most of my food issues were actually self imposed. I was pretty active as a kid, but once 6th grade hit, it all went out the window:mad: Sorry for the rant, but it really is one of my pet peeves...I see it happening over and over in my extended family (I don't have any kids of my own, but it is really disheartening to watch my cousins do that to their children:() Don't be sorry for the rant, Jen. I know, it's frustrating to look back. And I also hate it when kids are messed up by a crazy focus on their eating or bodies. I think my parents had good intentions. They wanted me to have every advantage in life, and we all know what an advantage being thin is. Of course it backfired, but that's also due to some other events that happened later in life, not solely because of the early focus on eating and weight. The thing is what to do now? Work to change it, to be healthy, to make good decisions on what I'm eating every day. AND ESPECIALLY to not choose food in the face of some unpleasant feeling or other. This is my pattern: Stressed? Eat. Overwhelmed? Eat. Angry? Eat. Sad? Eat. Tired? Eat. And my favorite bad feeling: feeling forced by circumstance to do something I desperately don't want to do...eat eat eat. For today, I'm focusing on the fact that I'm a capable, competent, 53 year old woman who's done a lot of hard stuff in her life, as we all have. I can do this. We call can. Everybody have a great day !!! I'm going to :p |
Originally Posted by scoop715
(Post 28479)
Please count me in for this 100+ weight loss group. I am ready to be slim and trim!
When I hit a down spot, it helps me to read of others who are doing what I want to do. Of course, we're all writing our own success stories right here. In a year, we'll be linking to Scoop, who lost 120 pounds and is keeping it off. Nice to meet you! |
Here's one...
Ali Lost 100 Pounds and Kept it Off for Five Years - That's Fit And with that, I'll hush up for the day (morning) |
Hi Everyone,
My name is Julie and I am finally ready to commit to weight loss for the first time in my life! 2011 is going to be MY year. MY year to focus on ME and nobody else! I have 150 lbs to lose to get to the goal weight that I would like to be! I find that I am a type of person that needs constant support etc... please feel free to message me and we can support one another! Looking forward to getting to know you all and making our dreams come true! |
Originally Posted by SisterJen
(Post 28529)
Are you sure we aren't related:confused:. That pretty much sums up my entire life from 13-??!
To make things even worse, my 17 y/o daughter is (surprise!) overweight. Sigh! With two obese parents she never had a chance. All we can do is go from where we are right now and try to break this destructive cycle. Checking in here every day is a good start, I think. Regards, Michael |
Originally Posted by juliesaid2728
(Post 28537)
Hi Everyone,
My name is Julie and I am finally ready to commit to weight loss for the first time in my life! 2011 is going to be MY year. MY year to focus on ME and nobody else! I have 150 lbs to lose to get to the goal weight that I would like to be! I find that I am a type of person that needs constant support etc... please feel free to message me and we can support one another! Looking forward to getting to know you all and making our dreams come true! We're a pretty friendly bunch, and all of us have know where you're at. Heck, after 8 months of 1500 calorie days, I'm almost down to where you're starting, so don't despair. Take one day at a time and the weight will peel off before you know it. My advice is to pick a calorie level that is comfortable, a good mix of carbs/fat/protien and at a level that gives you a reasonable calorie deficit. Drink lots (and lots) of water and start exercising (it's tough to beat walking). Keep us posted as to how things are going and don't hesitate to ask if you need help or advice. Regards, Michael |
Originally Posted by scoop715
(Post 28480)
December 14, 2010 - 277
December 14, 2011 - 150 That's a loss of ten pounds each month for one year -- to lose 120 in a year. Don't be a stranger and keep us posted as to your progress. Regards, Michael |
Originally Posted by lynette185
(Post 28498)
Here's one...
Ali Lost 100 Pounds and Kept it Off for Five Years - That's Fit And with that, I'll hush up for the day (morning) Regards, Michael |
Welcome, Scoop and Julie! Keep coming back and we'll be here to give support and advice. Just to underscore something Michael said that could be missed...check in here every day! Add some momentum to your commitment, and pretty soon you'll feel the wind at your back.
Good luck you two, and all. Matt |
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