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Ms. Makeover's Method

Tue, 21 May 2013 05:31:48 EST

In 45 days I'm going home to California for 12 days. I haven't been there since I moved to Alabama 3 years ago.

For the next 45 days I'm going to post my daily plan.
I might continue afterward as well because setting daily, weekly and monthly goals help me stay on track.

My main goals are to...

-track everything I eat

-follow the WW plan(I do this without meetings)

-exercise daily

-eat at least 5 fruggies daily
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No UMPH!!!!

Mon, 20 May 2013 10:10:29 EST

For some reason, I've had no git up and go this past few days. I'm tired, no energy, in the slumps! Don't like this feeling!!!!! 29 24

Looking for buddies

Mon, 20 May 2013 10:06:26 EST

Hey everyone. I'm just getting back into spark and I'm finding it really motivating to make sure I use this site as much as possible, but I don't have many friends on here. It'd be great to make some new friends and continue this journey together. Seeing others achieve and work towards their goals is really motivating for me.

My name is Sarah and I'm 24, live in the UK and am aiming to lose 40-50lbs. I want to get healthier and get back into fitness to the point that I'll be able t...

No Support from my man!

Sun, 19 May 2013 14:18:37 EST

I've been walking and trying to get support from my man, but he is not coming through. I was trying to show him the Sparkpeople page and all the great things on here ,but he is just not in to it!

Yoyo

Sun, 19 May 2013 08:23:50 EST

Been here before and did well for awhile then ran into some troubled times and began to gobble up food to relieve the stress. This is a pattern I hope to break. So far this month I am down about 8 pounds due to eating better and exercising.

Katydid! can do it

Sun, 19 May 2013 08:13:39 EST

Trying so hard to get my head out of my ass where it seems to have been firmly planted for a while. I have definitely been in a funk. For too long now. And it's to a point where I know I need to take steps to get out of it / get better. Baby steps. Spark has always helped in the past so I'm going to revisit and start using the tools. Baby steps indeed.

1. track food / eat within ranges 80% of the time
2. exercise - everyday, 10 minutes minimum
3. reach out, journal, figur...

PUNKIN103 CREATING A NEW ME JOURNAL!!!

Sun, 19 May 2013 01:05:10 EST

Here is where I will track my workouts and thoughts and how I'm doing.
weigh in day will be Sunday. May 19 2013 will be my first day. I will post my beginning weight then. So on to toworrow.

FRUSTRATED

Sat, 18 May 2013 18:21:00 EST

So you would think when someone that has not seen me in weeks says " are you losing weight you look good" I would be thrilled right no not me I am FRUSTRATED because I lost two ounces in one week WHATS UP WITH THAT??? I have been dedicated to walking everyday and getting faster at it and going longer lengths yet 2 ounces seriously......I wanted to crawl In a whole and forget about even trying....The local carnival is here and all I can think about is the reasons not to go you know funnel cake...

SHERRY'S EXERCISE & WEIGHT JOURNAL!!!

Fri, 17 May 2013 23:57:38 EST

Going to post exercise and weihght lost or gain here.My exercising plan it to walk inside on my treadmill and outside.goingg to start out with 2 miles. no less than 30 minutes. going to be tracking time, miles, steps and speed and incline. Going for 10,000 steps or more a day.

my weigh in day is going to be Sunday.Good or bad will post. 315 192

Barbados Body

Wed, 15 May 2013 15:11:01 EST

I'm 175 cm (5'9) and 76.4 kg (168 lbs). I have 66 days until I'm on a plane to Barbados!

My goal is to lose weight and build some muscle so I can be comfortable in my bikini. I'll be doing the Spring Into Shape Bootcamp Workout Plan ( http://www.sparkpeople.com/resource/
fitness_articles.asp?id=1425 ) along with Jillian Michaels 30 Day Shred. I'm also keeping track of what I eat (although this is harder, as I'm broke at the moment so I'm trying to eat on the cheap...

Goals

Wed, 15 May 2013 06:15:27 EST

Part of Sparkpeople success is to have goals- a big goal with lots of little ones to celebrate on the way. Well I have a new little one.
Last year with the help of Sparkpeople I lost weight and went down to 70kg. That was pretty major for me. In October my world changed and here I am today at 92.4kg.
Over the last three days something has clicked and I have decided to stop feeling sorry for myself and begin to climb back up that mountain. Obviously my big goal is 70kg ( with all t...

What is your biggest wish?

Tue, 14 May 2013 19:51:11 EST

My biggest wish....is to find my purpose and fulfill it 43

CANDY

Tue, 14 May 2013 16:46:36 EST

I tracked/ am tracking my diet points today. I ate a few of the small peanut butter snickers candy bars and WOW! did it ever run up my points for the day. 600 points that could have been used more wisely. I guess there will be days when it might be worth it........or not. The important point here is that it opened my eyes to what I was doing.

Doing better today.

Tue, 14 May 2013 12:43:10 EST

I felt a little bit better this morning. I have my goals in mind and I actually stepped on the scale, suprisingly happy to find that I'd only gained four pounds through the rest of March and April. I'm back to 139 which I'm not happy about but I can work through. I'll try to go for a walk at lunch time today and tomorrow I'm hitting up our farmers market to get some fresh peaches. Thats always the first thing I want when I rebegin this journey. But this time I'm not giving up.

Okay lets see if I can do this again

Mon, 13 May 2013 12:33:10 EST

It hit me this morning just how much I let slide. I was cutting back on sugar. I cut out sodas... I haven't gone back. Well I did... Who am I kidding by lying to myself. I let myself have a sprite every week. Thats not good for me either. Sure its not coke but its still a super sugary drink. And I'm waking up CRAVING sugar... When I want sugar instead of cereal or fruit, I know theres a problem.
DH isn't helping. He's just as much a sugar addict as me, and if I don't buy it, he...

5 days no gym been sick..

Mon, 13 May 2013 01:30:03 EST

Starting today (Monday) going to do my 4 usual days at the gym..maybe 5 :)) and watch what I eat and portions .. ESP at night snacking and goal by end of month to be under 200 lbs by next dr visit In couple weeks :)) 5 pounds to lose!

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Sat, 11 May 2013 08:39:35 EST

Kirsten's Corner

Sat, 11 May 2013 01:41:41 EST

I'm back again, this time trying the SparkCoach program. I have lost a total of 5 lbs this year which is okay, but I need to lose 80 so I need to keep focused and on track and stop bingeing so much. Back to baby steps.

My Journey / journal

Thu, 9 May 2013 12:55:59 EST

Today I am starting this journal / journey. I have been with SP for a few years, but in late March decided to work the program. Now it is week six. I have lost the first 10 pounds. I have worked into an exercise routine that works for me now. I have joined spark coach, and have decided that the points keep me motivated into each new level. My husband is my best buddy in this journey. He is competing / motivating me by working the program as well. We are discussing more now than before. My ene...

New here/starting over on HCG

Wed, 8 May 2013 12:10:16 EST

Hello, all. Just thought I would join myself to this group for support as I restart HCG. In 2008 I lost 50 pounds on HCG in four months and kept it off until last year when I let our traumatic year get the best of me. I have now put back on all the weight that I had lost (had lost 87 pounds with calorie counting in 2007 then the 50 with HCG in 2008). I'm starting over and am hopeful that I can get this weight off, as this is not a fun place to be after working so hard to lose so much just...

where to walk today

Tue, 7 May 2013 21:51:37 EST

well walking is what I do to loose weight so do I take the hilly road or the long straight road.It depends on the weather and if my asma is acting up that day so most days are long roads but that is ok when I take enough weight off I will be able to take the hilly road more often.

My Way Journal

Mon, 6 May 2013 11:57:22 EST

I want to use this for the new things I find and try, and the Goals I set!

I just discovered this Message Board through another member "Linda LJR4HEALTH" on her Community Journal.

obese and losing

Mon, 6 May 2013 11:47:15 EST

anyone out there that has been diagnosed as being obese? and what are u doing about it?

300+ and losing

Mon, 6 May 2013 11:44:03 EST

looking for someone who is 300 or more trying to lose weight...I need all the help I can get.., my health depending on it..I need to lose alot of weight, it is so frustrating, and it seems impossible at times....

Nutrition on sick days

Sat, 4 May 2013 19:54:44 EST

Today I spent the day fighting and attack of spinning vertigo; During these attack my balance is so poor I can literally do nothing for myself. The problem is trying to eat healthy when I finally get to the point where I can eat at all; husbands are not great caretakers! I was reading a blog from another member who was having a migraine and with a similar experience. You need good nutritious food to feel better but there is nobody there to make you nutritious food. I love fruit but a hot ...

Only by God's Grace and Mercy

Fri, 3 May 2013 01:48:56 EST

I have just been truly blessed.I have been walking every day. Today i pushed my limits through God's strength. I took the harder paths today and even walked an extra mile. feel great physical and spiritually. Thank You Jesus

The start of something beautiful

Thu, 2 May 2013 20:38:55 EST

I started SP about 2 weeks ago and everyday I have learned soo many new things. When I am reading articles and feel inspired I will get up right then and there and do whatever exercise I was looking at it has really helped get me moving in a slump. I have just decided that will be my new goal 386 381 what gets you going?

Hi, Just checking in!

Wed, 1 May 2013 12:28:49 EST

Keep up the good work everyone.

Goal 1

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 02:30:27 EST

I have made the first goal of 10% off.

Walking for success

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 20:18:19 EST

I have been sitting on my butt all day and not trying to walk. But no more i am going to get out tomorrow and walk 2 miles if it kills me because i am on the 17 day diet now and walking is part of it so now I ahve to get my butt in gear and get busy walking no more excuses. I am going to get up in the morning and have my breakfast and then get out to start walking. I plan to take my cell phone because i have a pedometer installed on it so it wil track my steps and even my calories burned whi...

Back after a 4 month break

Sun, 28 Apr 2013 13:12:41 EST

I am today committing to get back to tracking everything. I missed 4 months due to a medical trauma when a surgeon perforated my small intestines during a minor hernia surgery.
Suffice it to say - that has been and will continue to be a LONG road! Still have an open abdominal wound but am able to ride a recumbent bike and walk. I kept my A1C at 5!!!!!!!! through all of this so I didn't go crazy. So....going back to work tomorrow and today getting back to tracking on Spark People. I...

Not giving up

Sun, 28 Apr 2013 09:13:32 EST

I am almost at my goal weight only 3 more pounds to lose. I still have issues in the evening with not snacking. I am not giving up, going to lose those 3 last pounds. I know for me the exercise is a hard part to stick to once I lose the weight then my brain says ok you can stop you have arrived. But I know I must stay with the exercise as not to gain the weight back. Through my support group I know it is a way of life not just a short journey. Every day I must stick to the healthy diet ...

good morning

Sun, 28 Apr 2013 07:48:29 EST

good morning to all hope you have a good day and stay safe

Ready

Sat, 27 Apr 2013 23:32:14 EST

I am soo ready to lose weight to keep up with my granddaughters and to show a couple guys what they are missing. Get ready....Get set.... I am offf.... YAYAYA

New Beginnings Journey

Sat, 27 Apr 2013 20:53:02 EST

I am startig over -- yet again. But this time I am going to make sparkpeople my friend and utilize the tools from journaling to tracking food, keeping track of exericses and use it as an emotional outlet as needed.

I'm tired of starting over every 3rd day. No more starting over, no more stopping -- no more excuses!

72 pounds in 255 days

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 12:03:20 EST

I have never gone more than 12-14 weeks of weight loss without an almost equal amount of time to gain it all back.
I am on 36 weeks with a loss every week except for 2 weeks at Christmas and 1 week at spring break. (each of those times took 1 week to lose the small gains)

It is going much slower, but I am losing every week, which means I might finally have it figured out!

Wearing a size large shirt today. (most are XL) CRAZY!! 3xl and 4xl 8 months ago.

K...

Exercise

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 21:48:44 EST

What type of exercise should I do most often to lose weight, tone, and get healthy? I've always thought I should do a lot of cardio and some weight lifting. Lately, I've read a lot about doing more weights and less cardio. What is everyone else doing? What types of exercise? How long? How often? Any details about your workout, or websites you may be using will also be appreciated.

Today I get back on track...AGAIN....

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 10:48:51 EST

I usually do really well for a few days and feel GREAT but then the weekend comes and I get off track. Today I am getting back on track for good! No more cheating! No more beer at night! Much more water! Jogging helps me feel good and clear my mind, when I cheat and say 'screw it' I'm only screwing myself. Then I can't get out of bed in the morning and feel sluggish all day. I hate it that once you cheat with 1 thing then 5 more things dont seem like that big of a deal until the next d...

Shaping Up

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 15:37:14 EST

Hello ~ Love this journaling idea. I used to work out and run, but for the past 2 years, other things became priorities. So here I am back to getting in shape.

*Workouts ~ I started on Monday 4/22 the Jillian Michaels Ripped in 30 DVD workout. About 30 minutes of cardio and strength, burns about 300 calories. Mon-Sat schedule for 30 days with a new level each week up to level 4. Good way for me to get my body back to working out and getting in shape to run...

*Running ~ ...

Food Bank & Energy renewed?

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 09:02:06 EST

This is a part journal today.
A) It's food bank day. As the delivery guys are bringing in the food, our minds are hard at work trying to figure out what we will make the volunteers for lunch. When asked what's on the menu for today we always label it ___________ala surprise. Sometimes we hit a home run other times....well lets say "we should have ordered pizza".

It can be very challenging for someone receiving the food boxes to eat nutritionally and not all sugary/ carb ite...

hcg diet

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 02:51:36 EST

So xcited to have found this sight im going to start my diet next monday 41

Im little nervous but im under a docs care and after reading posts about this really helped so just wanted to say hi and wishing evrey one a great week
week

hcg diet

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 02:47:16 EST

hcg diet

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 02:46:19 EST

Paulette's Pilates PAIN....

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 22:25:33 EST

Why does Pilates make you hurt so much the next day? They are only simple little movements. I could do a major work out in the gym and still not be as sore as I am when I do Pilates. Any thoughts??

CandyCane2b's Journal & 12 Wk Challenge

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 20:09:20 EST

Candycane2b’s 12 Week Challenge
Start: Wed, May 1st - July 24th, 2013

Name: Candy
Height: 5'4"
My Goal Weight for the 12 weeks: 165.4 - 159.4 lbs (Lose 12 - 18 lbs)
Ultimate Goal weight: 125 lbs

Initial Weigh-In Wed, Day 1: May 01, 2013 : 177.4 lbs
Always Weigh-In on Wednesdays!

End of:
Week 1 May 08th Weigh-In: 175.8
Week 2 May 15th Weigh-in: 176.2
Week 3 May 22nd Weigh-in:
Week 4 May 29th Weigh-in:
Week 5. Ju...

One week in.

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 07:28:37 EST

This weekend did not go as well as I would have like; however, I made it through without an actual binge so I will take that as a small success. Leaving work on Friday, I was a bit worried, but I had my meals planned for the weekend and headed straight for the grocery store.

Friday night, my husband cracked me a beer after work and I just looked at it. It didn't even look appealing. I wanted to join him, but I really did not want the beer. He saw my reaction and said, if you don't...

finished 9 minute video without stopping

Sun, 21 Apr 2013 18:24:23 EST

Well ,I was able to finish the 9 minute exercise video don't laugh but that's an accomplishment for me today, I starting doing the video on friday and saturday, and today I was able to do the whole video without stopping to rest. I have numerous herniated disks. So for me this was great. I'm goin' to keep move slow and steady. 104 I'm just tickled pink 48

Phase 2 Journal

Sun, 21 Apr 2013 16:50:40 EST

Tomorrow I begin phase 2 of South Beach. Need to keep track of what and when I'm adding higher carb foods back into my diet.

This week's plan is to start with half a cup of blueberries with my evening snack of yogurt and nuts, see how it goes for a few days, then possibly add another fruit either with breakfast or as an afternoon snack.

I also want to get back in the habit of getting in at least 20 minutes of yoga as soon as I wake up in the am, followed by meditation....

I'm going to loose weight!

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:17:57 EST

This is my second time being on here. I need support & motivation. My aunt is helping me but i need more help.I'm going to loose down to 125lbs. I can do this! I've lost 10lbs so far. I'm having to drink diet dr.pepper instead of dr.pepper but i'm doing it.

Is there anyone from NJ on the HCG diet ?

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 08:20:16 EST

is there anyone on the HCG diet from NJ and are you doing the injections or the drops? I would like to do the drops I hate injections, and I really need some help and motivation.

thank you
Carol NJ

Weight loss buddy

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 16:18:04 EST

I'm a college student at wvu and been overweight most of my life and have tried to fix it and I can usually loose 20-25 lbs before I start to head to my old ways I find it easier to keep with it if you have to report to someone so I'm suggesting a weight loss buddy to report to every week I would like some one of a similar age and weight loss goal and I'm 20 and I could loose 100-115 lbs so if anybody would like to do this journey with me either message me back here or email me about kc...

219

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 11:38:05 EST

frist real loss since ive been back this week...down to 219

Reached 126lbs but still 10lb more to go!

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 10:39:26 EST

I would like to brag a little, yes. I find that it's getting harder to stay motivated because I can't talk about my successes. They seem petty to most people but to me--it's a huge deal.

My goal is not really a weight as much as it is a look. They say to visualize your perfect body, so I have a picture of a Victoria Secret model that I want to have the abs and booty of. I want to look athletic and thinner. I want to be clear though, I DO NOT want to look like a twiggy runway model...

finding balance???

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 12:31:27 EST

I have a deep desire to exercise and to eat healthy like I have done for a long time. The challenge being, finding the balance since I started caring for my grandchildren. I have been taking care of all 3 boys since they were born. 3 boys all came within almost a year and so it has been like having triplets. 2 of them live with us. I now have a 1 year granddaughter I also watch. I seem to have very little time to care for myself anymore. Today I plan on getting on the treadmill and going shop...

too many times

Sun, 14 Apr 2013 11:36:41 EST

good morning...i know thats sparkpeople is great but ive been here too many times without success...this time i want to do things different and im thinking if i have a daily journal here it mite help..ive never really used the site as i should so with help from all my new sparkfriends and prayer i know i can do it this time...but i really would like a wonderful timeline and do not know where to go to find one or how to get it here can anyone help me??? today is it!!!

Nikki's Journal!!

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 17:06:57 EST

Today is my first day of my journal.. Today was a great day so far.. Worked, Worked out.. Making a healthy dinner.. and gunna read the bible before bed. Tomorrow is friday.. Fridays use to be hard for me because i always wanted to go out.. But i took more hours at work.. and i have been sober free for 2 1/2 months. Feels great... Cant wait until sunday!! I starting to love church.

No loss - just grumbling....

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 13:53:50 EST

Woe is me today... I am struggling. No loss and fell of the complaince wagon yesterday. Today, so far, so good but not a happy camper... I have to do this!!!!

Help! I need support and motivation.

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 15:04:20 EST

Have you ever been in a point in your life where you WANT to mis-place weight and getting fit again. How do you balance this with a full time job, full time school,..how can I get out of this rut I am in??

Please help...

Jan

I AM a success story!

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 09:57:03 EST

Hello Spark People!

I was perusing your page dedicated to weight loss success stories, and I thought that perhaps I don't qualify in the weight loss category (depending on your perspective), but I *DO* qualify in other ways.

I just want you to know that I *AM* a fitness success story.

Last year, April 2nd 2012, I decided to change my life. I decided to aim for eating healthier by tracking what I eat as often as possible and to exercise more. These were my simp...

I'm Changing the Way I Eat

Tue, 9 Apr 2013 16:33:15 EST

For the past month, I've introduced more fish in my diet. Fresh Cod, Salmon and Haddock is my focus for now. I did treat myself and my husband to the most delicate, mouth watering scallops. MM Good! The plan is to eventually look for heart healthy recipes so that overtime I will not get tired of eating the same thing.

I continue to find eating healthy a bit challenge in that I don't always have time to post on my food diary. I need to make the time. I just can't post once a day. I ...

Lose 10 lbs by end of June

Tue, 9 Apr 2013 07:39:06 EST

New journal here!

Just wanting to keep track of my progress...I haven't used this site in a few years. My goal is to lose 10 lbs preferably by june 15th (in a wedding) but making my deadline the end of june. I have tried to do this intuitively but apparently my calorie counter in my head is inaccurate! My workouts have also been less than stellar for the past year. I used to be a workout fiend but I just got back on the train about 2 weeks ago. The fact that I have not seen the sca...

Gym in budget

Mon, 8 Apr 2013 21:11:44 EST

Today I was lucky enough to find an awesome gym in my budget, that is nation wide. It is Planet Fitness, $10.00-$20.00 a month depending on which plan you go with but still a lot cheaper than other gymes in my area, and way to dangerous to exercise in my neighborhood!

Just Started HCG again after almost 6 yrs

Mon, 8 Apr 2013 14:29:03 EST

Just looking for others who are doing the same type of weight loss program. I had great sucess with this back in 2007 . I lost 26 lbs in 40 days. The weight has slowly crept back and then some so I started my drops Friday and my first VLCD today.

Any advice, suggested groups or links would be appreciated. I need to lose 45lbs. The first round I am shooting for 25 again.

Stand Still

Mon, 8 Apr 2013 13:45:12 EST

Seeems as though my body is at a stand still. I have been working out 3 to 4 times a week, and sometimes twice a day. I am doing aerobics, weights, cycling, and yoga, and eating healthy, counting calories, reading back of products for nutritional value. My weight loss is minimum. I think that I need something to jumpstart my metabolism or something.

new day new week

Mon, 8 Apr 2013 08:18:22 EST

i'd like to make progress this week, starting with today!

My journey to health, whats yours?

Sun, 7 Apr 2013 13:07:13 EST

I was not aware there was a journal section of sparkpeople !

Here is my story, I would love to hear anyone elses stories and experiences. I am here to share and also love hearing other people's stories/journeys ! I know I have learned from my journey, I hope someone else can learn from it as well and I know there is so much to learn and a lot of the stuff I have learned has been from hearing other's journeys :) We all have so much to offer to both ourselves and others !

...

ambers journal

Sun, 7 Apr 2013 01:37:02 EST

this last year with my weight has been hectic. between being sick for 4 and a half months. i also was diagnosed with pcos. (poly cystic ovarian syndrome) if anyone else has it plz help me in learning more about it. with pcos most of the problems are due to weight so i am steping up my goal and will be in a week giveing up all pop. i also am looking into joining a gym membership otherwise my boyfriend and i will be working out to the work out dvd we got called the bigest looser.

Starting the 17 Day diet

Sat, 6 Apr 2013 22:41:38 EST

I along with a few of my friends are going to have some fun by starting the 17 day diet in may and I know that we will succeed in it because we have the will power and the determination to succeed. I have been wanting this for a long time because I have gained 11 lbs back and I know that I should start thinking about my weight as a goal that I can succeed at. I plan to do it and I know that I have the motivation and support from all of you.

I need to lose this weight because I am f...

pay it forward journal

Sat, 6 Apr 2013 01:02:33 EST

who is willing to track everything for a week incluing reciepies if needed, exerrcise, etc 303 250 381 306 and then mail it on ? i want to to a flat stanley journal but call it the spark stanley...

inbox me or reply to post!

Hooray !! A great beginning!

Sat, 6 Apr 2013 00:05:54 EST

Up until now, I've been trying and failing, trying and failing to even change my eating habits consistently. It's still early days yet, but it's like somethings shifted internally... I am excited to eat healthy. I made a decision I was going to only eat sweets on holidays and birthdays. Before I would always always think about chocolate cake or ice cream and if I did eat it even if it was portion controlled, I'd wonder, when can I have the next slice of cake or cupcake? A week? No, two weeks....

I Love to Journal

Fri, 5 Apr 2013 18:16:04 EST

I love to journal but I'm unfamiliar with this group's journal format.

Since I've joined SparkPeople, I find it difficult to eat according to portion size. It's been a nightmare just trying to stay away from candy over this past weekend. As a result, I've gained 4 pounds. But, I have resolved to struggle through the hard times, knowing that the good times show up once in a while in my life.

Today I feel good about eating the right amount of calories. So I celebrate this ...

Rising from the ashes

Thu, 4 Apr 2013 20:58:05 EST

I have been through a lot in my life. Now I am doing things to make my life better. To start with I am getting my weight under control. I'm no longer going to let it control me.
I will write more later. I am really sick and I'm heading to bed before 8 pm. 102

Oooh a journal? Yay! Here goes.

Thu, 4 Apr 2013 20:41:30 EST

4/4/2013 -- The Second Day of Change

Today I woke up and had a Snack Wrap from McDonalds for breakfast. Frankly, it wasn't the best idea, but also, it's not like I had a 500 calorie burger with 300 calories fries either. It was just something the family had in the kitchen for me. Note to self, go to the store soon to get breakfast food I don't hate. :) Some fruit, yogurt, and granola sounds good. Also, perhaps some natural protein powder to help keep my blood sugar stable? Anyone ...

My plateau Journal

Thu, 4 Apr 2013 12:11:35 EST

Urrrghhh it hits again! A plateau and how frustrating this can be..

It seems I get to 220-225 and all of a sudden my body decides hey, your done!! STOP!
UMMM no body, I need to keep going! My goal is to loose 20lbs before my wedding in june, I know I can do this, so these are the steps I have done to break this, because I am determined to win.. its like fighting against my own body hahahahaa

Ok for those that have been there done that, this is my second plateau, but...

The life journal of Theresa

Thu, 4 Apr 2013 06:44:51 EST

49 55 that's my life!

phase 1

Wed, 3 Apr 2013 18:32:31 EST

I'm on day 15 of ehcg drops. I decided to do this strict diet because I have a sugar addiction and was finding it hard to stop overeating. I have lost 13 lbs so far. I am now starting to get bored with the food. I have been following the 500 a day plan, and today decided to add a couple different veggies in with dinner. I hope it doesn't effect my weight loss. I am loving how fast the weight is coming off, but I would like to exercise, but I fear passing out since I don't eat a lot. Do...

The yo-yo dieter

Wed, 3 Apr 2013 15:26:06 EST

I think I have done it. I think I am back on track. Since being back on here I have lost a few kilos which I am really happy about. I am more positive about what I eat and it is no longer a chore for me to find food that I enjoy and feel guilty for eating it. I still need to log everything that I eat but with me planning ahead I am a little more in control of what I do eat. My goal is still 59kg but I will be happy to sit at around 63 - 65 kg. I just want to say that I have lost 40kg an...

WOW: Women of the Word

Wed, 3 Apr 2013 10:52:32 EST

A little journal to bring the Word of God into our day as we focus on living in these bodies, on this earth that He created specifically for us. To honor The Lord and one another in encouragement and Truth.

Psalm 34:8

Taste and see that the Lord is good;
blessed is the one who takes refuge in Him.

lost a bit more

Wed, 3 Apr 2013 10:42:29 EST

lost a tiny bit more weight. i cant believe how long it is taking considering how hard i am working...

LazyLuLu36's Journal

Wed, 3 Apr 2013 02:06:17 EST

First, let me start off by saying: I can keep up with these healthy life changes. I can get caught up with my old/"back" debt as I call it. I can become organized, hone in on my housekeeping, and tame my clutter. I can eat healthier then I did yesterday; and I definitely can tame the nighttime munching habit I so desperately want to break. There are my 5 can's for today!!
Next, I will add my I am's. I am beautiful just as I am. I am worthy and I do deserve good things. I am cap...

Lack of Attention - UGH!

Tue, 2 Apr 2013 23:01:06 EST

So, I really wanted to be on track this week with my calories. I went to a restaurant website to see nutrition info. I was looking at the GRAMS OF WEIGHT instead of the calories and was off by 200 freaking calories! I just want to scream! I actually did scream! I went over 92 calories on my top range!!

OK, blesson learned! Pay attention to what you're looking at on nutrition charts!

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Shift them Kilos! Kat's weight loss journey.

Tue, 2 Apr 2013 15:24:44 EST

240 hello, all, and welcome to my world! I have been here for a number of years now, and have had reasonable success losing the weight I needed to lose...then a hysterectomy, followed by breast cancer and chemo put paid to any diet I might have wanted to follow. Now, after 15 months of trying to lose weight and feel better, I have decided to start eating healthier, and have started a vegan diet plan which has reaped reasonable results over the last two weeks. OK, there are days whe...

God, Advocare and the Me i want to be.

Tue, 2 Apr 2013 07:57:45 EST

Well I am not normally one to put my life out there for all to see but I have to do something to make sure this weight comes off and stays off for good this time so here it goes my story.

I started trying to lose weight after my second child was born and while I would lose 10-20lb here or there It always came back. I always found myself to busy or burned out on what ever new fad I was trying and then boom back to the old ways. I never had a weight problem as a child or teen but boy...

Day 2

Tue, 2 Apr 2013 07:38:36 EST

Well well I welcome day two of my new way of eating. That's right no "D" word for this chick! Last night was hard I spent most of the day trying to find ways to keep busy so I did not think of food! I stuck to my goals drank more water then I have in years! They say the 1st week is the hardest well bring it ! 224

FROM HERE TO INFINITY - MY WEIGHTLOSS JOURNEY

Tue, 2 Apr 2013 07:17:01 EST

465 02 APRIL 2013 465
How terribly disappointed I am feeling with myself. I weighed myself this morning, and to my utter horror and disgust found out that I had picked up 4kg. However, I have nobody to blame but me. To say I overindulged is an understatement.
If it wasn't the Hot X Buns, then it was the carrot cake or the marshmallow Easter eggs.
But, then that is in the past. I will weigh myself tomorrow for the BLC, accept my weight gain and look forwa...

Going To Do It :)

Tue, 2 Apr 2013 02:53:27 EST

I don't usually write goals because for some odd reason when I write them I don't usually stick to them. So, I figured I would follow the lead of some other Sparkers and post my goals here on the board and maybe some of y'all could hold me accountable :)

My goal this month is to get up in the morning and exercise before I have an opportunity to think about it too much.

If I wait to exercise at the end of the day I won't feel like doing it at all. So, morning for the mont...

Breakfast/Snack: When does 1 end & the other begin

Mon, 1 Apr 2013 12:45:07 EST

I'm not a morning person; but I'm trying to become one. Breakfast just doesn't factor into my morning routine. So the question is, what is breakfast officially?

Is it the first meal of the day? Must it be eaten by a specific time after rising? Does it need to be a certain kind of food or a specific calorie amount?

If I rise at 5:30 am; and I don't eat my packed breakfast until I'm at my desk at 8:30 am, is it breakfast?

What is your take on breakfast..."Th...

"Cruised" to a 3.5 pound weight gain

Sun, 31 Mar 2013 10:21:17 EST

I just returned from a 7 day cruise to the Caribbean. I had planned to stick with my program the entire week, but I didn't. I ate way too much every day. (The ship had 4 soft serve ice cream machines scattered throughout). I did manage to get in two days of exercise and I took the stairs on the ship instead of the elevator, but I still gained 3.5 pounds.

It's amazing how much of a difference I noticed in my attitude about myself. Before leaving on the cruise, I hit the 22 po...

april goal

Sat, 30 Mar 2013 20:01:01 EST

to try using the weight machines at the gym during april.
i've been to reluctant to do so up until now.

My New Goals

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 09:51:00 EST

I have several new goals...

1. Workout 4x a week
2. Lose 10 pounds in the next 6 weeks
3. Drink 8 glasses of water each day
4. Do my daily devotions each day
5. Follow my new eating plan
6. Start and complete a program starting April 1st

There, now maybe since I have posted them I will actually follow them 224

Ate TOOOO Much And Feeling It

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 15:02:35 EST

WOW I did my diet IN yesterday and then came to work and continued !! too much beer last night and a sausage mcmuffin w/ smoothie, tea w/ sugar. Turkey ham w/ honey mustard ALL before 11: 00. My stomach is turning and I am stuffed. VERY uncomfortable. Lesson learned. Over eating not worth the pain

doing okay

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 18:10:32 EST

learning how, or RE-learning how to NOT eat between meals. it makes a difference!

My positive quote for the day... great thinking~!

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 11:13:39 EST

Today's quote for my day:
Your past is only a story, once you realize that, it will hold no power over you.

Stress Journal--- Tie me, bind me..........VICTORY

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 10:46:57 EST

These last few months have been extremely stressful for me.. It seems every little fork thrown into my life at the moment turns into this huge, huge stress factor..
Just today, one of my bills I have had forever came back and saying I owe three months of payments because the last 2 did not go through! It was their end, it was taken care of.. so be it... but it was less thing that I needed to deal with. Getting and keeping budgets for certain things is another. But I think i handle things...

Jacki's Weight Loss Journal

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 10:21:12 EST

This is my weight loss journal which will include everything EXCEPT my daily food intake, as there is a whole other dedicated place to enter that. This will be where I write any daily thoughts, feelings, obstacles, victories, etc etc along the way.

I've been putting off re-starting my journey due to being sick with a sinus infection and not being able to hear / having absolutely no energy. In fact, over the last week or so, my fiance and I have been eating nothing but garbage (...

Wondering

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 23:25:33 EST

I was a pretty fit little kid. As a teenager I began sleeping all of the time and gained massive weight. No one heard the word depression back then. My parents and siblings just went on with their lives. Commenting every now and then about my size, but their critics were not helpful but hurtful. Instead of asking me to join in with what they were doing they left me to fend for myself. Now my pity poor self has to quit blaming them and work on solving the problem. Solution I can see now. I had...

Sweet Tooth Challenge

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 17:56:18 EST

Today I joined the Sweet Tooth Challenge. The first step was to take a quiz to find out how much of a sweet tooth I had. The questions were funny to me--How often do you think about sweets? And I think Once a Day was the most frequent answer. The others were like once a week, once a month, never. I must be living amongst a bunch of sugar obsessed people, because no one I know only *thinks* about sweets once a week, much less the other answers. :) I guess we're all sugar obsessed and th...

Cory's new lifestyle

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 11:11:37 EST

I started my weightloss journey a little over 2 months ago. I've tried the whole diet and exercise regimen before but found it way to easy to get off the wagon. I began looking around the internet for things that I could actually fit into my life that were easily obtainable and I found enjoyable.

I really have a loathsome relationship with cardio and find it tedious, boring, and usually doesn't help me that much. On the other hand I love strength and resistance training.

SuperSulfur

Sun, 24 Mar 2013 10:30:22 EST

Sulfur Proline or Super Sulfur is for professional use only! This Sulfur is three times the strength of regular Angstrom Sulfur. Dietary Supplement Super Sulfur 32oz. is known as a healing mineral. Liquid Sulfur is required for proper digestion, metabolism of carbohydrates, influences liver, promotes bile secretion, and regulates nerve impulses, cell formation, and essential in the stimulation of egg and sperm production. SuperSulfur also plays an important role in cellular respiration. Sulfu...

Whoo Hoo Just this morning...

Sun, 24 Mar 2013 07:30:52 EST

I just completed week three, though not very successfully on the scale, (stayed the same) BUT I'm noticing a difference in clothes and I have increased my exercise over the past 3 weeks. Anyway this AM I found that 'start' is an everyday start, not the Initial start. I wasn't using it because I thought that was a one time start. I even found that is also where I saved a fiber article. -Laurie baby steps :)

Beginning Again!

Sun, 24 Mar 2013 00:15:20 EST

I have been on this journey for a while this time (10 months) and I have had many ups and downs. I have hit a huge pothole in the road and although I tried a reboot of the system to get myself out, I have come to the realization that I need to begin again.

Tomorrow I will begin again and start with the basics. I am looking forward to the new beginning. I know I can do it! I just need support and encouragement along the way!

Text/Email Buddy

Sat, 23 Mar 2013 19:55:01 EST

Hello there Sparkpeople!

While this site is great and I love tracking things here and communicating with people, it's not always the easiest or most efficient throughout the day.

I'm wondering if anyone would be interested in having an email or text buddy to check in with for accountability, motivation and support?

I am 26 with about 35 pounds to lose. I work out before I go to work and have a crazy work day.

Let me know if you are interested! <...

newbie

Sat, 23 Mar 2013 08:55:52 EST

Older female who discovered long ago that being slender is no longer automatic. The days when I could just eat lightly for a few days and stay under 130 are gone. Then it was a struggle to stay under 140, (you see where this is going?). Now it's a struggle to stay under 200.

Alone I do better, but with family and friends I eat what they eat or cook for them and up shoots my weight. Never one to give up hope I'm now concentrating on starting exercise.

Are many old...

hello :)

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 18:59:43 EST

It's about 3 weeks since I've been on Sparkepeople. So far since I've started my weight loss I am down 16 lbs. This is the most weight I ever lost. :) I can't really say that I tried losing weight I think I just never wanted to start a weight loss program thinking I would fail. I've started my weight loss as of 01/04/13. I feel so good. I've been working out 3-4 times a week and I have so much energy now. I do Zumba and i run on my treadmill. I feels so good to be active.

...

NO INTERNET UNTIL APRIL

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 10:30:53 EST

Hi everyone just thought I would let you all know that I wont be in for another week or so. My internet was disabled until i can pay it so I am using a friends computer to post this message to you. I will try and get in using my cell phone and i hope i can because i am missing you all so much.

I am tacking what i eat my fitness and my water still and that will never change. I went for a, ile walk yesterday while it was nice out but today itbis very cold and i cant walk when its col...

Making Friends

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 21:54:50 EST

I don't know anyone on here (in real life) so is it weird to "friend" people on here that I do not really know? I like to read other people's journeys etc....but I don't wanna seem out of place. Thoughts??

bi lateral anominia

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 20:43:01 EST

i had bi later amoninia now for five and a half months finally found a dr that helping im on 60 mg of predizone ben on it now for twoo week tracking my diet and stay as close to 1500 to 2000 calories along with track potassuim due to the water pill i take delete from my system he the problem cant exercise can sleep do to the predizone felling rell sad and lonely right now i know it going to get better but the longer i have it the longer there can be problem with my lung i work one week 7 day...

day 3

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 19:12:48 EST

I just started the hcg drops vlcd 500 calories and I am now on day 3 and feel horrible. I feel lethargic, tired, dizzy and nauseous. Has anyone else had these feelings and if so how did you get through them?

I'm IN

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 16:12:38 EST

I'm going to do this,(again) this time I will not quit! I seem to get to the point where I have lost a lot but not enough and there I sit. Before I know it I'm right back where I started.
Not this time! I started Jan 1, 2013, so far I lost 15 pounds. I have a long way to go! I'm on my way. No stopping me this time!
I may need help and I would love to buddy up.
I hope you all have a wonderful day.

Kick the attitude... kicking you

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 11:17:50 EST

I am not good about writing but one thing I have noticed is how much we are affected by the attitudes.. of not only ourselves but those around us..

If one of the family is a bad mood it changes things. If I am, it totally changes me.

Being around people really does influence the way we think, the way we talk to ourselves and the way that we present our minds.

Kicking the attitude was a hard habit because I was nice to everyone... but myself.

I had t...

Healthy new me!

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 08:10:26 EST

A little bit about me........

My name is Sandi, I am 56, young grandmother of 5, mom of 4 and married to my childhood sweetheart for 38 years this May. I'm also mommy to 4 cats. I work for a bank call center. Being outdoors is my favorite thing, I scuba dive, kayak, hike and bike!

My struggle with weight began in 2001 when I quit smoking. For the first time in years I was able to really taste and enjoy food. It became my new best friend. Then the big "M" hit. Menopause ...

My Struggles & Accomplishments

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 20:24:13 EST

I am a very private person and sharing my thoughts and opinions has always been a struggle for me in all of life's situations. So this is a VERY big step for me, but I think it's a very important one.

I have had a weight problem since I was a young child and am now 65 years old and still battling. I have tried every diet plan and it works for a while but then the weight come back with more pounds added. I finally took a good long,hard look at this and realized that whenever someth...

new ways

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 11:42:45 EST

new ways to exercise.... or considering it exercise- snow shoveling, hula hooping, stretching, if i do things with vigor, well, that works!

GWynlee's accountablity journal

Tue, 19 Mar 2013 20:35:23 EST

this journal is for me to hold myself accountable for losing weight. I am coming up with my goals and will post them soon

Posted in the wrong section, Please ignore.

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 15:34:56 EST

See topic.

One Day and One Step at a time

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 08:05:17 EST

This is such an amazing but terrifying time in life. I have the time to reflect, to change and grow, and to take care of myself, which is wonderful. My body is changing because I'm taking care of it which is amazing, but it's also changing on it's own because of my age, which is the terrifying part. Sometimes I feel there is a battle being fought in my body and I'm not sure which side is winning.
I know others must feel the same way. How do you cope with the changes? I exercise, which h...

2 months and counting

Sun, 17 Mar 2013 10:11:11 EST

So I have been dieting/exercising for about two months now and it's taking long than the last time I dieted but I think I am on the right track. I have my days where all I want is a big fat juicy steak...but I'm pressing to get passed these cravings....i find it harder to NOT think about it during the weekend because I am not as busy but so far so good...11lbs lost so far total, can't wait to reach 20!

Starting my journey

Sat, 16 Mar 2013 21:38:18 EST

I recently created page about my weight loss journey, please feel free to check it out and even leave a comment on what you think about my page or any suggestions, this is my first attempt to create a profile and to actually post it for the public about my goal lol anyways if not then that's ok, good luck on your weight loss :)

deasweightloss.blogspot.com/

Trying to keep it from getting a "Bore Score"

Fri, 15 Mar 2013 17:19:29 EST

Or maybe I should say: Trying to keep ME from getting a "Boring Score".
I've only been at this a couple of weeks and I've already found that I tend to eat the same things, and do the same things.
I look to the boards and other pages for inspiration and big ideas.
As I have been learning to navigate my new computer - that I got last night, today I decided to travel around the net as I learn this new 'track pad' on my Apple.
As I was schmoozing, I stumbled upon this articl...

I feel like I'm cheating but I'm not

Fri, 15 Mar 2013 07:27:05 EST

While I knew that alcohol was not helpful in weight loss, I drank anyway and was losing weight due to other new habits since on SP. But since I've given up alcohol a month ago, I've lost weight at least double the rate as I did before. I feel like I'm cheating. And I have gotten a little lax in my goals of getting 8 hours of sleep, drinking 8 glasses of water a day, and at least 200 cardio minutes exercise/week. Now its time to reset and refocus and make sure I'm keeping up on the other good ...

calories

Fri, 15 Mar 2013 00:35:15 EST

Today I must admit i did not do well at all with my sugar intake or my calorie intake but tomorrow will and shall be a better day. it defintely be a better day tomorrow. it started at my dads house with the oatmeal cream pies I had two of them and then i came to work chocalte cake I avoided the first trip to the break room the second time I cut off a very small slice and the third time my co-worker cut a big slice and told me to take it so i finally gave in and the sweet tea here at work is j...

taking a good look

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 10:19:48 EST

Lately I have noticed that I have had fleeting moments of clarity as to why I struggle with my weight. I had the first real insight the other day as I for some reason realized that I tend to look at smaller portions and immediately think I'm not going to be satisfied. I don't even know if I am or not but because there doesn't seem to be a lot of food in front of me I actually think I panic. I thought about that for a while and realized where that comes from and realize that I need to work ...

Eye on the Prize!

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 07:59:14 EST

So lately I have been doing well with maintain, but in all honesty I have been going through the motions. My eating has been good at best and my energy has not so great, so I figured, I know I can not exercise a bad diet and I could put less time in the gym if I just ate better.

So here we go -- I did measurements and the one area I really want to work on it my hips/butt. At 34", I wanna see a change. At least an inch loss is my goal. One goal at a time right. The scale at 10...

weight loss journey

Wed, 13 Mar 2013 22:15:29 EST

So here I am about a week after seriously starting to get healthy. In my adult life I have never been within a normal weight range though I have definetly been smaller. I am having good luck so far with food, my biggest issue is waiting to eat until I am ravenous or no prep work. I tend to eat worse when I am really hungry and grab the first thing I see, which tends to be pretty unhealthy. My biggest goal I have is to start exercising regularly, I never have and just being active or figuring ...

Port Elizabeth - United to be who we want to be

Wed, 13 Mar 2013 10:03:29 EST

I am from Port Elizabeth, South Africa. To put it simple I was skinny until I finished school and took on drinking booze way too much which resulted in a weight gain I have struggled for years to get rid of. I had managed to put myself on the scales at a whooping 80-something Kg's (I was too scared to keep monitoring). I am now 62 and ready to take this on properly and heathily and finally get where I want to be. Looking for weight loss buddies around the world who want to take their weightlo...

Balance

Wed, 13 Mar 2013 07:33:11 EST

Balance is so important in life, weight loss, and over all good health. I've started Yoga and I love it, I don't relax easily and I lack the ability to focus for long so Yoga is helping me with these things.
I also have trouble sleeping and can't seem to find a way to do so naturely. I've taken Ambein for a long time but am now having issues with it. I get up and eat without knowing it. So my doctor has tries two other drugs that haven't worked for one reason or another. I've also incre...

Weekend Setbacks

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 16:13:48 EST

One of the challenges that I have had on my journey to get healthy have been the weekend setbacks. I tend to be diligent on the tasks during the week, but the weekends have been difficult to stay on task. I think by just writing down that this is a challenge will help me immensely...I think the important thing is recognizing that the road to good health requires little changes here and there which will eventually become habits...so perhaps it is best not to get down and be critical, but to ...

One Day at a Time

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 12:39:20 EST

12 February 2013
I thought I'd give the community journal thing a go - because I am finding I have things I want to talk about every day that are not blog-worthy! Like why I ate that doughnut after being good all day yesterday.

Yesterday I ate about 1,600 calories made up of fruit and nuts and a boiled egg. It worked alright for me, I wasn't hungry, and I got lots of water-rich fruits and lots of vitamins.

But today I swung right the other way - almost like I ha...

Shred the pounds!

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 00:08:17 EST

I weight 142 and I have a goal of weighing 125. I am 5'3 and I feel that 125 would be an appropriate weight for my height. I have been a part of a 90 day challenge that started Jan 2nd 2013. Since then, I have lost 13 pounds and one inch off my waist. My goal is to shred 17 more pounds, and about 8 more inches around my waist. Once I lose all the weight, I will focus on toning areas such as my chest, stomach, legs, and butt of course!

Changed the settings on my elliptical

Fri, 8 Mar 2013 05:52:42 EST

I bought an elliptical from a co-worker but they lost the book that goes with it. I found the information I needed on the internet. I am finally getting a great work out with all the challenging settings there is to choose from.......... 30

Walking More!!

Wed, 6 Mar 2013 23:06:00 EST

I'm finishing up my second week of walking the dogs 2+ miles a day with my husband - not all at once though. Feels good. I'm actually beginning to look forward to those walks.

my goals.. my worries...

Wed, 6 Mar 2013 20:53:56 EST

I am really hoping to get below 200 this is my short term goal. The day I started spark people the battery in my scale broke. So I am starting from 227, I was very strict the first 6 days. I work in a restaurant and have been very serious about staying within my calorie goal range. Sunday came and I decided to give myself a "free day" where I didn't track and I didn't care. Surprisingly I did not over do it like I usually do. I am not even sure if I used all of my calories that day. So today...

My review of raspberry ketones after 3 months use

Wed, 6 Mar 2013 12:06:17 EST

Ive been using rapsberry ketones by revocure for about 3 months now. I just posted my video review on their page..
http://www.amazon.com/Rated-Pure-Raspber
ry-Ketones-Suppression/dp/B00AZAJATC

it's the 3rd review.

I don't eat as much as I used to anymore as the raspberry ketones help with suppressing my appetite while helping me stay lean and giving me nice, clean energy throughout the day. I work in the nightlife industry anywhere from 60-70 hours per week alwa...

I am beautiful and worth it

Tue, 5 Mar 2013 23:06:07 EST

I have been told over the years that I am to fat and ugly and that I will fail at everything I do. Well here I am a success because I have a book published now and I am working towards losing 100 lbs and now I am working towards regaining my self-confidence and self esteem because I am worth it. I feel that I can do anything now and that I want this more then anything in my life.

I will work hard at it and I will succeed where others has told me that I will fail. I have 2 goals tha...

I did it!!

Tue, 5 Mar 2013 11:38:36 EST

I want to announce I lost 4 lbs. this week instead of my weekly 2 lb. challenge!!!! I stayed obedient and had a good result!!!

Moonchild8's Journal

Tue, 5 Mar 2013 08:23:06 EST

I can not get to my own journal. I use to be able get to it through the points page. I wanted to journal about my weight loss. I have lost about 34 pounds and will lose 5 more pounds this spring. I am using Spark Coach to do this. I am tracking more. Best wishes, Linda from bean town

SUCCESS

Mon, 4 Mar 2013 22:29:04 EST

I have lost 19 lbs and this has been very hard work and dedication. It's all worth it!

No road block is going to stop me now, I haven't work so hard for anything in a long time....Going to keep pushing my way to SUCCESS...... MY WEIGHT GOAL!

Have to say thanks to spark people website.

I lost 3 pounds this week.

Mon, 4 Mar 2013 15:48:42 EST

25 pounds total so far.

WEEKENDS! Ugh!

Mon, 4 Mar 2013 11:42:59 EST

I am really having trouble staying on track over the weekends. During the week I am able to lose about 2-3 pounds, then the weekend comes along and I end up gaining it all back. I am hoping that if I just put it out into the universe that I don't want my weekends to ruin my success, maybe I will do better next weekend. I am making a commitment to myself today, to not treat weekends as a free for all, and remember the big picture. Maybe giving myself one free day one weekend per month would wo...

Revamp My Life

Mon, 4 Mar 2013 08:30:17 EST

Change has never been easy for me and seriously when is it for anyone? My name is Shazeena and I just turned 23 about a month ago. Hitting 170lbs really knocked me off my feet and brought me to a harsh realization: what was I doing with my life? Not only did I hit my heaviest but I wasn't in school, I was being a leech to my boyfriend [Jake] and getting mad at him for trying to be independent, and ignoring my friends to spend every waking moment with Jake. Basically, I was becoming my worse n...

Monday

Mon, 4 Mar 2013 06:45:52 EST

Feeling better each and every day - 9

It's working!

Sun, 3 Mar 2013 23:02:13 EST

I lost another lb this week! I have lost 5 lbs in the past month. It has taken alot of work, but it feels so good to know that I have succeeded half way to 10 lbs. Thanks for your support. We can do it together!

YOU'RE BEAUTIFUL!

Sun, 3 Mar 2013 06:50:38 EST

285 220 285 220 285 220 285 220

Just popping by to say have a wonderful Sunday!
I hope you all smash all your goals and even more!
Love Kez x

204 You are beautiful! Never forget that! 204

What a great day

Sat, 2 Mar 2013 14:00:35 EST

I have have been writing everything i put in my month in a note book . I make sure i check the calorie count two. Have posted on my tracker for the last three days and I have been right on. I am so happy my blood sugar is down and i feel great. Now I need some push to excise help. I live on the coast of or and it as rained everyday this week and it cold. I have stared walking to the tv everytime there is a commercial i stand up and walk around room it helps but any other suggestions. Not in ...

I can't believe it

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 19:02:00 EST

I can't believe I did it. I never thought I was going to be able to lose weight. I did it I lost 26 pounds so far. I can fit back into one of my favorite dresses

going to gym again after work

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 13:13:36 EST

my dh is going with me to the gym we work together so we ride together (gas) and he knows how much it means to me to go so he "tags" along how great is that?!!

Determined to make this work! (Newbie)

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 10:55:23 EST

Hi! My name is Lisa and I am a 40 year old woman who is morbidly obese....wow, that was hard to say. Turning 40 last November and now finally admitting I am a fatty.

I went to the doctor last Monday, 2/18/13. I got on the scales and they said 303! Yes, 303! Talk about a reality check. Granted it was the 1st day of my period, so it could possibly REALLY be 298? (wishful thinking). My doctor did blood work, said she wanted to check my cholesterol because she wanted to find somethin...

Journal

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 08:53:13 EST

I ran into a problem a couple weeks ago, though. I found out my brother, who was diagnosed with stage 4 Lung cancer in November, is now under hospice care. I already have problems with depression occasionally, and this threw me into a downward depression spiral. I went to the doctor to get back on medication before it got worse, and now I am picking back up, pushing myself harder into my workouts again. It is still difficult knowing my brother is slowly slipping away from us, but I am at leas...

On and off the wagon

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 07:05:52 EST

I can't remember how many times I have started and stopped a life style change. Since I have started Sparkpeople in January, this will be my final mission. I am not going to fall off the wagon again thanks to Sparkpeople and Spark Friends..... 43

Over half way!

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 23:14:10 EST

I finally dropped below 200lbs. Suddenly, I realized that I can actually do this! It is not out of my reach to get to my goal of 130. I felt a renewed sense of determination and commitment. I've been doing very well at tracking my food, staying under the calories I'm required to stay under to lose weight (per doctor's orders). My protein is high enough and I've been doing well at taking all my vitamins and medications. Increased my water intake to 70oz or more a day.

And I wa...

Second month of SIMPLYWELL.COM

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 17:56:29 EST

I am on my second month of SIMPLYWELL.COM& I have learned so much

back on track AGAIN

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 15:55:13 EST

It seems like I do really well for a week(maybe 2) and I just lose my mind. I will go off in a really bad way for an entire week and wonder why I gained weight. It's not like I want to shoot myself in the foot, but that is exactly what I am doing. I am back on track this week for the 4th time since I started in Jan.(also for the 4th time). I guess the trick is to keep getting back on track and eventually it will become a habit that I can live with.

WHY DO WE DO THIS?

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 11:53:34 EST

Because we love ourselves.

BELIEVE

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 11:52:55 EST

It's important to always continue and believe it yourself every step of the way.

New and determined - ABOUT ME

Mon, 25 Feb 2013 10:22:28 EST

about me:

50 yrs old
married 32 yrs
mother of 3
grandmother of 3
2 dogs, 8 chickens, 3 parakeets, 1 rabbit, 4 ducks

I woke with a strong commitment Friday and joined SP.
So far I have done very well sticking with 1,200 cal a day.
I decided to only weight in on Fridays mornings so I can't wait for Friday to see how I'm doing.
Like you all I am terrified of slipping up and I'm hoping that being on here and talking with others in the same ...

Calorie Detective

Sun, 24 Feb 2013 10:16:24 EST

Very interesting video:
www.nytimes.com/video/2013/02/12/opi
nion/100000002061153/calorie-detective
.html

Monthly Workout Record (2013)

Sat, 23 Feb 2013 22:03:25 EST

January, 2013 VAM-Very Active Minutes; KB-Kettlebell swings

01/01/13: 13004 steps; 100 KB
01/02/13: 16032 steps; 200 KB
01/03/13: 13217 steps; 300 KB
01/04/13: 20025 steps; 350 KB
01/05/13: 16120 steps; 350 KB
01/06/13: 15686 steps; 150 KB
01/07/13: 16558 steps; 025 KB
01/08/13:18042 steps;300 KB;89 min VAM
01/09/13:17077 steps;90 KB; 85 min VAM
01/10/13:20505 steps;150 KB; 87 min VAM
01/11/13:21659 steps; 300 KB; 81 VAM
01/12...

Is losing weight a goal?

Sat, 23 Feb 2013 11:34:41 EST

1. Personal and priviate, but my most important goal

2. Putting my socks and shoes on, without major difficulties.

3. Sit in public again, like a booth, theater seating, airline seat...etc

4. Eating more Veggies, and at least 1 type of Salad, (like spinach leaves w/chicken )

5. Walk , walk and walk some more

6. Water, water and more water, min. 100oz a day, (much harder than I thought)

7. 1st weight goal , get under 40...

On My Way!

Sat, 23 Feb 2013 10:43:25 EST

I so excited, I have been dieting for almost five weeks and have lost 16lbs. I have tried so many different diets and nothing has worked, I have to say thanks Sparkpeople.

I am being very strict, disciplined to making this work.

Love the smoothies for breakfast- quick to make and easy to drink when on the run.

WAYS TO QUIT EATING JUNK FOOD!

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 10:16:55 EST

I HAVE A REASON WHY DO I WANT TO QUIT EATING JUNK FOOD.
LESS FAT
BETTER HEALTH
MAKE A PLAN
NEED TO BE CONFIDENT
TAKE ACTION
GET INVOLVED SPORTS/WORKOUT
CHOOSE YOUR ENVIRONMENT
ENJOY HEALTHY FOOD
CONTROL YOURSELF

If I followed through I can quit junk food or sweets one day at a time...I don't need junk food. 381 386

4 days and starting to feel better!

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 19:29:37 EST

I ate a ton today and I am still within my limits! I love this site. I really think I can do it this time. Wish me luck!

Momma Ain't Got the Answers

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 21:22:34 EST

I just read through the community board thread and looking at other people’s aha moment, the moment they decided to do something differently in order to lose weight. It seems good sense smacked most of them in the face and they heeded the call to get healthier.
Not me.
I know I am morbidly obese. I know it is affecting my joints because I can feel it. I know it is affecting my heart; I can hear myself breathing and know how winded I get with the least amount of exertion. I know it i...

No more I think I can

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 13:51:10 EST

I can do this I can do this I can do this.... right? Only I'm not so young anymore. I'm getting older. And where do I find the time? And how do I stop getting Ray to bring home so many sweets and when he does how do I resist them? But I'm tired of this. I'm tired of being tired. I'm tired of being chunky. I'm tired of hiding behind the camera instead of in front of it. I'm not fat. I know that. I'm just not what I was when I was 18. I never will be again. Even if I can get rid ...

yoga_pants's food journal

Tue, 19 Feb 2013 08:08:03 EST

Gonna try to keep track of my food here instead of the Nutrition tracker because that takes forever and I don't want to start obsessing over calories.

Tuesday, 02/19/13:

breakfast: veggie and bean stew
lunch: veggie and bean stew
dinner: salad with chicken, romaine, tomato, sliced almonds, beans, vinegar and olive oil
2 pc ezekial bread with butter
snack: 2 cuties, 1/2 sausage link

Finally Ready

Mon, 18 Feb 2013 18:15:29 EST

Lately I have been actually changing my habits and eating patterns.

Ive "tried" to lose weight before, but it has never been very successful. This time I am going to succeed because my mind is in the right place.

I have been eating fruit as snacks and for lunch.

Not only have I been eating breakfast, Ive been making it healthy with oatmeal and some nuts on top.

I've almost completely cut out coffee and the hundreds of calories associated with al...

Life is good.. now go live it.

Mon, 18 Feb 2013 11:56:39 EST

I am starting over AGAIN. I keep gaining and losing the same thirty pounds and I am sick of it. I would love to lose it, and then while feeling good about myself.. keep living a healthy lifestyle. I am surrounded by women my age that are extemely active, run, hike, bike, snowshoe.. etc.. and yet I am rarely even walking. I can't workout with them.. first of all I would slow them down at this point, and secondly they are working out when I am at work. I really want to be a healthy person and t...

hypnosis to break emotional eating habits

Mon, 18 Feb 2013 07:45:30 EST

Hi guys,
Ive just started listening to some hypnosis tapes which deal with emotional eating. Ive lost weight so many times in the past only to regain it through eating out of anxiety and stress. Its at the point where I know what im doing and I know I am self sabotaging, but I still cant stop myself from going for food, especially when Im home alone.

Ive seen therapists in the past who when I speak about my weight they simply tell me to exercise more and watch what I eat. Bu...

Motivation troubles.

Sun, 17 Feb 2013 13:52:00 EST

I keep telling myself "Today is the day!"
But I keep talking myself out of starting.
There are a lot of things going on in my life that I'm using as an excuse.
My health. It just keeps getting worse.
My husband lost his job recently, and is having trouble finding a new job.
So we may be homeless and car-less soon.
I'm most worried about losing our animals though. Seems silly, right?
I get weighed on Wednesday, which also happens to be my 22nd birthday.

I saw 139 this morning!!

Sun, 17 Feb 2013 09:30:12 EST

I'm a newbie here and am crazy excited. I put on about 20 lbs over the last 6 mths-year and have been really depressed about it. In the last couple months I've tried prepackaged frozen dinners, low-carb, juice fasting, extreme exercise (6 mile walks) and extreme calorie restriction. On all those diets, I gave up in 2-3 days and then went on an ice cream binge. I've been following the sparkpeople meal plans and they are fabulous. No more frozen dinners! I'm eating a nutritionally balanced diet...

Struggles and Triumph!

Fri, 15 Feb 2013 12:40:36 EST

Why is it so much easier to put the weight on but so difficult to take it off?? Trying to stay motivated to exercise, especially in winter, is more difficult so I'm looking forward to sping/summer when I can get outside with my kids and do different things. I've yet to do any workout videos since joining SP and I regret that. I am determined to start it this weekend!

I hope all of you are doing well on your health journey! It is hard but I know it's also worth it!!

VALENTINE'S DAY NIGHTMARE

Fri, 15 Feb 2013 10:33:56 EST

Started Valentine's Day with not one but two full 12-cup pots of coffee all over my countertops. Of course, I didn't notice it until it was done brewing!!! I was dropping things left and right throughout the day. Went shopping, bent over and my back went out - - yes, right there in the meat department of Walmart and my husband was conveniently disposed in the men's room. We ended up, later in the day, at Texas Roadhouse where I started my meal out with not one, not two, but three of thei...

Great way to hold myself accountable!

Fri, 15 Feb 2013 09:53:13 EST

Decided since I come to the message boards everyday anyway (mostly to rack up a few easy points, pathetic, huh?) I would use this to hold myself accountable. Since I do this primarily in the mornings, I will write a little of my previous days successes and setbacks, and the times of just downright blowing it. I'm hoping that the thought that others may glance at this will be a motivation to me to keep things positive, and with that that things will be more positive.

Yesterday I d...

Okay and on my way---

Fri, 15 Feb 2013 03:04:20 EST

This is my third time at starting a weight loss journey dairy--and I am determined to make a third time be a charm--Starting Monday February 18th, I am trying something a little different, than what I have been doing-- and yes ---starting over again so I will be back on Monday--with a somewhat different approach, and a determination that just won't stop!!!

nwoods9's Sleep Journal

Wed, 13 Feb 2013 00:30:08 EST

Week 1:

Day1: (02-11-13)

1) What time did you wake up today?
7:45am
2) What time are you lying down to go to sleep?
12:23am
3) What if any was your bedtime routine?
Brush teeth, wash face.
4) What was the last food you consumed tonight?
1 whole grapefruit approx 10:15pm.
5) Did you exercise today?
No, over did it yesterday.
6) Consume alcholic beverages?

Sleepytime Nocturnes

Tue, 12 Feb 2013 00:16:51 EST

I realized today that I don't want to lose weight to look great in a bikini - I think I'm getting past those days. I want to lose weight to do stuff I thought looked really cool in National Geographic: hiking, traveling, hang gliding, mountain climbing...

mood color

Mon, 11 Feb 2013 14:15:03 EST

I am in a green-grey mood. Exercising some on my feet, still mostly chair, but I had to start prednisone to kill poison ivy and it has made me gain 5#! Not pleased with that, but I will lose it when the medicine leaves my system.

Jackilovesjohn's Weight Loss Journey

Mon, 11 Feb 2013 10:57:22 EST

Hi everyone,

I'm new here at Spark, on week 2 now. I'm hoping to get some good results out of this and also to meet some new people who share the same goals!

February 4 - 177.5 (start)
February 11 - 176.4

Boy what an eye opener

Sun, 10 Feb 2013 17:49:56 EST

When I checked the graph showing me what protein, carbs and fats intakes should be. OMG It was almost half fat, half carbs. This is a real motivator to make some serious change in our intake. My hubby is actively following the program as well.

Billy Blanks PT 24/7 Challenge

Sun, 10 Feb 2013 15:04:54 EST

So I am starting the Billy Blanks dvd's today. I thought no problem but just the Basic workout today kicked my butt 198 The program comes with a meal plan, but I am not really going to follow it. I just came off a "meal plan" diet and really want to enjoy cooking for myself again without being told what to do. I will try to follow the calorie guidelines for each day since it is already within my calorie range ( starting tomorrow 18 )
Here are my goals for the c...

starting fresh

Sat, 9 Feb 2013 13:38:40 EST

i decided to start fresh yesterday and reset my info and goals. I have 90 lbs to go to reach my ideal weight and i am going to do it. I am tired of being called names and treated like crap. I decided i dont care what anyone else thinks now in my family i am doing this for me. i choose to no longer believe the lies and name calling that they throw at me. if i am going to succeed i have to change me and what i believe. i know i am large so what i am working on it and i will get there, if they ...

A quote and goals!

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 05:50:42 EST

"The shortest way to do many things is to do only one thing at a time."

-- Sydney Smiles

My goals for today are to:

-workout (I'm on a 42 day streak!)

-drink at least 12 glasses of water (I do well with my water intake)

-eat at least 4 times today (this is where I struggle...sometimes I only eat 1 or 2 meals a day)

-not worry about tracking my food (this has been stressing me out! I can't seem to get it together. So, once...

FEELING BETTER

Thu, 7 Feb 2013 19:11:07 EST

The medicine is taking hold. My head is clearing but I get out of breath quite easily. Now, for the lungs to clear up a little more I'll be doing fine. Will be going back to PT tomorrow after missing Wednesday PT. Cough is definitely loose now which it was very tight to no cough yesterday. Improvement!! PTL

I'm a little confused...

Tue, 5 Feb 2013 23:49:43 EST

What's the difference between a journal on this message board and a blog? How do you all use them differently?

Thanks!

2/5/13 I am starting over--

Tue, 5 Feb 2013 22:20:20 EST

After a week long binge I am back--This is my 1st entry of my 1st day of starting over-
I slept really late today because my sleep has been disturbed at night because of all the junk food I have been eating--looking forward to sleeping better with healthy eating and exercise-
I exercised first thing this morning and it actually helped a slight headache I had go away-- Ate oatmeal for breakfast after I exercised with coffee
A healthy habit I am starting is not eating in front ...

A Day At A Time

Tue, 5 Feb 2013 20:23:13 EST

Hi everyone. I've been having a bit of a rough go the last little while. Some tragic events happened and I have not been eating quite right for awhile. I need to take care of myself because my family needs me. I gained 5 to 10 pounds back so it's time to get back here post and excercise. I walk alot at work so I do count some of that. I couldn't do anything too heavy today dentists orders. Tomorrow I will do total body challenge on 28 day bootcamp. I will post tomorrow and let people ...

Time for new clothes!!!

Mon, 4 Feb 2013 17:37:17 EST

I finally got rid of my "BIG" clothes!!! It took me some time, but I know I'm gonna stick to my healthy eating!

happy

Sun, 3 Feb 2013 07:20:49 EST

losing weight has mad me so happy eight pounds may be nothing to some people but its everything to me.

Whee!

Sun, 3 Feb 2013 05:13:49 EST

I bought myself a new pair of jeans online for Christmas, they looked small. I only tried them on today OVER sleep pants & a pair of elastic waist jeans (27º here today, my legs get cold easily). Not only could I button them, but I was able to easily get my cell phone in my pocket.

So, I could have bought a size smaller than that. Wheeeeeeeee! Yay me. :-)

The Color of My Mood Today

Sat, 2 Feb 2013 20:56:15 EST

Mood purple does not mean anything...the color purple was on my mind after hearing a song by Gogol Bordello. Purple bubble came to mind, Bubble Pop, but I ended up selecting mood purple.

The title of this hopeful journal...well it fits well; and my mood shifts daily pending on what's going on, so what the heck, good title.

Now the question: Do I have a mood color today? I'm feeling happy. I'm feeling very comfortable so far with this new life style. This is sort of a li...

Step 1: Going to eat a sensible breakfast

Sat, 2 Feb 2013 08:21:24 EST

I am usually in such a hurry at breakfast time that I eat 400 before I Know it. Left overs from dinner, granola bars, etc.

As a result, I have been "running out" of calories by dinner time with nothing left for my after dinner/ after kids go to bed/ take a breather snack.

So I'm trying to keep breakfast and lunch each under 300 calories with a snack in between each meal.

lost 1 pound

Sat, 2 Feb 2013 07:06:19 EST

WOO HOO!!! I just weighed myself and in 1 week, I lost 1 pound!!! Is losing 1 a week too much? lol I don't know. My goal is to lose 10-15(at most) by July 1st. I use the wii fit balance board scale. I also went down in my BMI to 23.03.

Shelley's weight loss journey

Sat, 2 Feb 2013 00:37:07 EST

I started my journey on October 29, 2012 when I decided to go to Ideal Protein. After 3 months of this lifestyle I can no longer afford it. while on the diet I did lose 30lbs. I now will be following spark diet and exercising. I think that this will be more beneficial as my 18 year old daughter has also joined sparkpeople and she has taken it upon herself to make sure our entire family is eating healthy.

Miss America contest

Fri, 1 Feb 2013 23:34:50 EST

Did anyone see John Stewarts moment of zen? It was on one contestant talking about medical marijuana, she ended with Marijuanashould only be used for medicne and recreations. HEY I agree with that view

Wholesale Fashion Jewelry www.30for50.com/en/

FINALLY!!!

Fri, 1 Feb 2013 23:14:58 EST

I'm tired of baggy and loose-fitting clothes!!! It seems like lately no matter what I put on the clothes always seemed to look terrible on me!! I actually had to look in the mirror at myself and finally realized that my clothes were looking extremely "out of size" - - even the bra cup was sagging!!! I had been rather discouraged since my shoulder surgery as I haven't been allowed to do anything for the past 6 weeks. This past week I started walking a mile a day with my husband and our two...

Finding the real reason for weight gain...

Fri, 1 Feb 2013 15:21:16 EST

I have decided to blog my way through this journey of weight loss so today I blogged for the first time. I hope some of you will take some time to visit my page. I look forward to blogging continuously not only to help myself but others as well. I hid behind my weight to shield myself from men and becoming a victim again...

January Points Totals

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 19:59:06 EST

Update: February 1, 2013
The 1st of the month is when I measure:
Lost 6 total inches from my neck, waist and hips.
Lost 6 lbs
Reduced my blood pressure by 5 points on the diastolic, and reduced my resting heart rate by 5 beats per minute.

I can't believe it. My first full month

Sparkpoints = 3,150
Fitness Minutes = 3215

February Goals:
Sparkpoints = 3,000
Fitness Minutes = 3,000

The Water Consumption Myth

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 13:27:02 EST

Myth No. 1: Drink Eight Glasses Each Day

Scientists say there's no clear health benefit to chugging or even sipping water all day. So where does the standard advice of drinking eight glasses each day come from? "Nobody really knows," says Dr. Stanley Goldfarb, a kidney expert at the University of Pennsylvania.

Myth No. 2: Drinking Lots of Water Helps Clear Out Toxins

The kidneys filter toxins from our bloodstreams. Then the toxins clear through the...

eating the car

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 22:32:51 EST

Help, I can fallow my food plan all day until I get in my car on the way home from work, Here is the problem I drive for one hour and as long as I don't have to stop for anything I am OK . but I live where the nearest store is one hour away so I have to stop for my family a least 3 times a week and that is when I I will pick up something to eat I mean at times I cant leave the store without something to eat in the car. What to do? I don't have any one else going into town . I do take snacks...

Trying this again... for the umpteenth time

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 12:38:59 EST

Okay, I'm determined to lose this weight and make myself healthy, but I just have so much trouble staying on track and staying motivated. I need true support, someone that will call me out on my goof-ups and remind me to get off my butt. I've got about 100 pounds to lose, and a whole hell of a lot to gain, but I can't do it alone!

training for half

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 20:39:23 EST

I am training to do a half marathon in March. This is not my first by a long shot, I just want to be in real good shape and finish with a great time. I am not fast my any means in fact quite slow. I hope to finish by 2:20-2:30. We will have to see. I have a real good workout plan.
I do spin class 6 times a week and run after that class try to run 3-4 miles then more miles on weekend.
I have also signed up for 3 other halfs. Then I am just going to do 5k's for a while.

First steps to Becoming a better ME!!!!

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 14:13:25 EST

Good Morning, I am in need of losing 93 pounds. I have a very hard time following through on things that have to do with goals for myself. I am whiz at following through for other people. I lost my Dad last Monday and it has made me realize that I need to live with no regrets. Not being able to be a person of my word to myself is one of my biggest regrets. I have never been able to stick to a exercise program or eat better for more than a day. However with a new rekindled spirit and a hope fo...

Talking to one's self

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 02:25:21 EST

The idea of this message board as an extended version of the status update intrigued me. A public place to vent without getting too personal. To list the success as well as the failures. Interesting... I am currently sitting in front of netflix watching First Wives Club thinking I should be doing my 30 minutes of PM Yoga and just not feeling motivated. To top off a weird, off day, I have a smallish batch of from scratch brownies in the oven just for me to devour while still gooey. Just becaus...

Getting through Week 2!

Sun, 27 Jan 2013 16:44:37 EST

My first week went really well and I'm on track to reaching my mini goals! while celebrating that I'm nervous about entering week 2, Which has been historically a rough week for me usually cause me to give it up altogether. I feel like I self sabotage in some way. I know that I need to just push through it and take it day by day, keep on track with my exercise and nutrition. Any advice anyone has to keep me on track and motivated would be totally appreciated!

Struggling

Sun, 27 Jan 2013 09:05:46 EST

I have been struggling this week. I find it difficult to stay on track when I am working because my job is very stressful. I realize that this is only an excuse. I plan to take more healthier snacks to work with me this week, and to leave my change in the car so I am not tempted to go the vending machine. Although I didn't make alot of healthy choices this past week at least I didn't quit. I know one thing that I stopped doing is my journaling. I have no problem with tracking my food and exe...

Finding What Lies Beneath

Sat, 26 Jan 2013 23:38:04 EST

Hi all! I am a 23 year old female and I hail from the Southern United States. Keeping logs of weight loss really helps me out. Not only do I stay on track better, but I also have something to come and look back at.

When I was 22, I looked in the mirror one day and realized I hated myself. I weighed over 330 pounds, and it did not look good on my 5'2" frame. I was wearing size 32, couldn't even fit into some of those to be honest, 4x in shirts, and I was just sick of myself. I deci...

Today's thoughts

Sat, 26 Jan 2013 17:36:31 EST

I have been paying attention to what I am eating at every meal. I am no longer eating in front of the TV, or reading a book while eating, or playing on the IPad. I am concentrating on what I am eating and taking my time finishing. It's said that it takes 20 minutes for the stomach to let the brain know it is full. I have also noticed that when I slow down and do feel full without having to finish my plate.
All in all it's been a good day.

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My first week

Sat, 26 Jan 2013 00:24:01 EST

I found SP about a week ago, I believe it is my lifeline. I'm setting small goals and staying on track. I have been exercising regularly, drinking my 8 glasses of water and tracking every bite.
My week has been hard, that's for sure. Especially since I have just been coasting along for years. I had to make my self get up off the couch and do something. For the past 6 months I really didn't care to leave my house. I have been so out of sync,

Every step I have taken this week ...

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Fri, 25 Jan 2013 08:28:02 EST

Readjusting to Change

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 04:27:40 EST

Recently there have been some major changes in my life and I'm trying to learn how to do things differently. My granddaughter has moved in and she is such a great child. Kind, fun and very loving; did I mentioned how she has a beautiful smile. My lifestyle has completely changed and it is starting to cause some stress on me. I'm used to high activity and finding motivation in my times of fitness. I am active with my granddaughter, but she cannot do things to the level I'd grown use to. My hea...

GOING TO TRY AND NOT GIVE UP

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 16:08:19 EST

I have had a lot of response on a blog on my spark page and I want to thank the ladies fro that and say they are right.

I Susan Walsh of lower Debert Nova Scotia Canada plan to stop feeling sorry for myself and get my ass in gear and start working out my way and the say the heck with others say about me because I want to feel good about myself and learn that everything happens for a reason and that reason is not to put myself down when things dont turn out the way I want them to. H...

Heidi's Thoughts For Today

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 18:50:17 EST

I am reading a book called The Beck Diet Solution train your brain to think like a thin person. The book asks me to choose 2 diet plans. 2 because most people get bored with the first and you should have a back up plan. I chose SparkPeople. It's free and pretty easy to track my food and exercise. My back up plan is WebMD.

I'm on day 4. I don't start the actual "diet" until day 15. The premise of the book is to build up daily thoughts and actions to help me throughout the act...

just pick yourself back up

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 12:06:00 EST

Did not do well yesterday but just pick myself up and start over today!!!! 4

Here's the deal...

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 10:49:45 EST

I have decided to start over and I'm trying a community journal not sure how this really works but I'm pushing forward anyway. If anyone has any tips or anything on how to make this work great I would love them!

Here's what I've been up to the past two days:

21 Jan 13-started with just eating and tracking what I was eating making no changes to my diet or anything!
22 Jan 13-tracking as many foods as I can today and making sure that I'm getting in as many Sparkpoints...

2nd day

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 10:28:15 EST

2nd day back on the weight wagon. I am truly addicted to the scale. I have to stop or I will become discouraged. Feeling good. Got through yesterday without incident in food choices.

My Dream!

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 22:27:39 EST

Ok here it is another Monday... I started my diet for the gazillionth time... If at first you dont succeed try try again, Right?? I am going to try again. I have a paper from when my daughter was in 3rd grade(she is in 10th now) and it was for MLK day. She had to put a dream of hers on paper. Her dream, not disney world, or anything for her. It was for momma to be skinny so she would be happy. break my heart yes, did i do anything, briefly but life went back to normal.I feel like such a fai...

Slow but steady

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 15:16:28 EST

I really liked looking at others journals. It is a great insight. So I decided to start my own. I love writing on paper but always find myself in front of a computer, either at work or home. So I might is well try this out.

January 7th I decided to get back on track and lose this weight. I have been carrying it around for years as a shield. I don't want or need it anymore. I struggle with an eating disorder. I binge. Since about 2011 I have been working with a therapist to get th...

Ah-Ha Moment!

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 12:34:48 EST

Yesterday I realized that quitting is not the answer and began walking with my dog again. To Keep Trying is the only way to see results. I know that seems obvious to everyone reading this, but when we get older sometimes quitting seems so much easier. Even at my age of 68 I must not lose my focus and give up, but keep moving every day.
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Birthday Countdown

Sun, 20 Jan 2013 16:05:16 EST

213 I am nearing the end of my weight loss journey or so I hope. I have been trying to get rid of the last 15- 20 lbs. I am not sure if I will even stop there. I started at 232 and now I am 180.6 211 I am really proud of my progress but really have never defned a goal weight. Last year my goal was to be under 200 by my birthday, which I did at 198. This year I would love to be in 170-ville. At least 175 9

To help jump start my weight loss ...

My journey to a healthier me.

Sun, 20 Jan 2013 10:42:22 EST

Hi, My name is Deb. I am 45 years old and have topped the scales at 241 a few weeks ago. At work they have started a Biggest Loser type contest and it has motivated me to shed the weight.

About 6 months ago, my son convinced me to try the Paleo lifestyle. I did and I felt great, my joint aches where gone and my overall well being felt great. Then one day in August, I was in extreme pain and was diagnosed with a kidney stone (totally unrelated to my new lifestyle) It was just a din...

Challenge Tracker

Sat, 19 Jan 2013 06:53:16 EST

Creating journal post for myself for easy visibility to my challenge progress:

Springing into Action challenge:
Long-Term Goal Weight (in pounds): 155
Challenge Goal Weight (in pounds): 155
Challenge Starting Weight (Your weight on 02.16.2012): 168
Week 1 (02.23): .Weight: 168……….Points: 50
Week 2 (03.02): .Weight: 168……….Points: 50
Week 3 (03.09): .Weight: ---- ……….Points: 50
Week 4 (03.16): .Weight: 169……….Points: 50
Week 5 (03.23): .Weigh...

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Sat, 19 Jan 2013 06:48:40 EST

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Challenge Tracker

Sat, 19 Jan 2013 06:37:44 EST

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stay envolved spark people this time

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 13:08:32 EST

i really do believe it makes a difference.

i am rewarding my self for small goals

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 13:07:29 EST

I am starting out by getting a coffee at the end of this month. then about every two weeks i get a treat.sometimes a piece of clothing ( for exercising and eating right also cause i am loosing the weight). As time goes by a get a few bigger rewards nails done once. finally at the 4 month marker get my hair dyed in a salon.i know it will make me feel good and encourage me to keep going.

New approach.

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 12:25:36 EST

I recently had a major setback & a melt down over it . I did get some caring advice from sparkfriends.
It seems that my "falling off the weight loss wagon" has a pattern to it. Always about the halfway point of my goal it seems to fall apart. Some suggestions were to figure out what psychological issues are holding me back & not to beat myself up over it. I appreciated the advice. I did, however come to a different conclusion.
While I agree with not beating myself up over a mistake...

Starting 3rd Week

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 09:34:38 EST

Doing good, starting my 3rd week. This week didn't end the way I planned, but that is because I didn't do everything I should have. But I am starting a new work out plan and eating even better. Better luck next week!! 15

Commit to weight loss

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 08:04:32 EST

Going to give journaling a try. My goal is to lose 20 pds by aug. i keep going off track and starting over. So tired of the belly fat. Age is definatly against me.

I do good with food till the evening meal and evening snacking, so i need to work on that
Exercise is hit or miss, want to start being consistant with walking on my treadmill.
GOALS - do better on eating and get in some form of exercise 4 times a week.
i pretty much know why evening food is the pro...

kung fu mom

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 10:52:12 EST

Here i am, I'm Anita,

I don't really expect anyone to read this but me so I'm going to be as honest with myself as i can. I'm 5' 2" and 172.3 lbs. I hate excersize and i'm a smoker. I started Kung Fu with my husband and step son and my 5 year old son about 4 months ago. I'm actually not that bad at it considering i'm terribly uncoordinated and was that 'last picked' person in school. I wasn't picked last because i was fat as i wasn't fat then, just sucked at all sports. It hu...

Anxiety

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 08:28:01 EST

Since my dad died in August, I've been experiencing what I think is anxiety. When good things happen, I'm happy, but once I'm out of that moment of euphoria, my stomach starts turning in knots and I feel guilty about things that aren't my fault. I have trouble falling asleep at night because I can't stop thinking.

A lot of this is about money. Since I've been married, we've both been unemployed, we both got jobs that paid less than we did previously, and neither one of us has gott...

Being one

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 15:15:13 EST

I'm trying to still get somethings going on to get straightened out still. I'm frustrated about things going on in my life. But slowly handling business. I have found that family is always around (at least the ones you want to be around.) and sticks around. but then again most times they don't give you the support you need when you want it and when you know your the one in the right. as well as know the difference between right and wrong.

As far as my weight loss i feel like i am ...

Starting Over

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 11:32:24 EST

1/16/13 So, here we are. To honest, I'm about 10 days into this weight loss journey, but I've hit a point where I could use some extra support, so I decided journaling would be a good choice for me. I've lost 4 pounds, but still have so much to go, and I know that it will slow down from here on out.

About a week ago, I ended a serious relationship. This has been a major cause of stress for me, and as a result, I haven't been sleeping or eating well, or going to classes, or really ...

Beginner

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 20:55:56 EST

Hi Everyone,

I am a 27 year old female looking for friends whom I can motivate and friends who can keep me motivated as well. My goal is to lose 60 lbs by November 2013. I am a beginner to this website. Hope to meet some nice and inspirational people. Have a great day

How do I add my sister as my "friend"

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 19:56:51 EST

My sister just signed up for a Spark account and we want to be private Spark friends. I can't figure out how to add her? Can anyone help us?

Thanks!

Today was a light day.

Sun, 13 Jan 2013 23:55:44 EST

Today was a light day for me. Been running around for the last several weeks to get my body back into shape. But with all the working I have been trying to do it didn't give me that chance to do that til today. I want to end my day strong all though i did something this morning. I think Ill do another 20 minute stretch before going to bed tonight. well signing off now will be back on tomorrow

Going To Kiss This Goodbye!

Sun, 13 Jan 2013 17:19:31 EST

Well I am finally going to do this the right way, I tried to do low carb and it wasn't for me, I kept thinking and DREAMING about all the GOOD carbs I was missing. So here is to a new year, new motivations, a NEW Me!

1/11/13

Treadmill 40 mins.

1/13/13
Elliptical 20 mins 146 calories
Treadmill 20 mins 100 calories

Starting Weight 217
Now 214.6
Weigh in Days~ Sunday

The woohoo jar....make one!

Sun, 13 Jan 2013 16:20:23 EST

www.sparkpeople.com/mypage_public_jo
urnal_individual.asp?blog_id=5195809

Hard to exercise while sick

Sun, 13 Jan 2013 00:51:47 EST

I have been sick all week and now I have a very annoying cough, so I can't do much of anything without stirring it up... Very frustrating.

Linda

Getting back on track.

Sat, 12 Jan 2013 19:43:49 EST

Very disappointed in myself that I have gained 15 pounds. How on earth did that happen. Now, need to get back into good habits and stay motivated. So far today I have done well but night is the hard time. Tonight I will do it! I will stop eating around 1300 cal. I want the wt gone in 8 weeks! 198

Blessing for all

Sat, 12 Jan 2013 11:41:32 EST

I love the idea of recognizing the good in life. When I went through a very difficult time, I consciously made the decision that I was going to make lemonade with the invariable lemons in life rather than sucking on them! For all who want to join me - yeah! I look forward to finding out what others see in their lives.

Today?

solitude
our animals
warmth
the sound from the basement of the radio my husband uses now - it was my dad's new radio many years ago...

Moved From MRSRLPs. Journal

Sat, 12 Jan 2013 08:58:29 EST

WHen you have digenerative bone disease and 69 years on those bones it is hard to exercise and lose the pounds. Well that is not the truth really. It is an excuse for me. It took a real scare to wake me up. Nov. 2012 found me in the hospital twice, 1 week apart. Seizures on one and pneumonia with coma on the second. I lost the weight, over 20 pounds worth. I am just beginning to eat a normal meal again and I see the scale going up:( I want to learn to maitain my weight which will be abo...

Body Revolution Modified

Sat, 12 Jan 2013 06:32:41 EST

Just finished week one of body revolution modified. Did not do workouts every day, did not do any jumps etc to protect my knees. Ate healthy and tried to stay at no more the three carb servings a day. SUCCESS. Lost 8 lbs and 10 inches. Went down a full pants size. WOW!,,

LOSING IN A GOOD WAY

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 13:49:23 EST

IM HAPPY TO SAY THAT I LOST A FEW MORE POUNDS WHEN I WAS THINKING I DIDN'T. I AVOIDED WEIGHING MYSELF FOR TWO WEEKS ,BUT WHEN I MADE MY MIND UP AND I STAYED FOCUS I GOT ON THE SCALE AND IT WAS LIKE GOOD MUSIC TO MY EARS . IM HAPPY AND IM GOING TO KEEP PUSHING WITH THE HELP OF SPARPEOPLE. 9 244 252

Frustrated!

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 13:09:18 EST

198 I am SO angry and frustrated with myself! I was doing so well last year! I lost almost 30 pounds and was well on my way to losing the other 35 to hit my goal, then it happened. I fell off the wagon with a mighty thump! I have gained about 10 pounds back and can't seem to get back in the groove with my diet and exercise. I will admit it could be worse, but this always seems to happen at about the halfway point of my goal. I know I need to get back on track. So, I need a do-ove...

bonvovi92's weight loss journey

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 08:15:25 EST

1/ 11/ 13---Feeling down and tired today--didn;t sleep enough and a long busy day ahead--but I am hopeful that I will get over this stump and things will get better--Advice to self when dealing with a certain someone at my workplace---from the song I hope you dance---"Don't let some hell bent heart leave you bitter. When you come close to selling out reconsider"---

Needs or Wants

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 02:37:33 EST

Sometimes it hard to tell the differences in Needs or Wants with everything in the world today, from the food to eat to the things we buy. Just for today with everything you touch, look at, buy or eat ask yourself is this a need or a Want..you will be very surprised on how things are needs and how many are wants. Let me know how it goes.

Not good at all!!

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 23:35:43 EST

I am so mad at myself!!! This is really a stressful and busy time at work and I am letting it affect my diet and emotions. I have gave in to stressful and emotional eating the last two days and gained a half a pound last week instead of losing anything at all!!!

My goal/ intro and a lil bit about myself

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 18:15:42 EST

Hi there everyone! My name is Becca and I am 24 years old. My goal is to lose 100lbs. I have always been overweight for.. as long as i can remember, and it hasn't been fun. School was tough as bullies were always a big issue for me. Even during regular everyday life I am always constantly thinking others are judging me and that has made me into a really shy person. It was only when I found my soulmate that i realized i really shouldn't care what others thought as long as there was that one ...

I lose, I gain it back, I wont give up.

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 09:52:16 EST

Today was my first gain since I started Sparkpeople and although its a little discouraging I plan to keep on track and lose it all again, I did it the first time and I KNOW I can keep it off this time!! The only way this is going to keep me down is the number on my scale. 104

hello

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 03:49:18 EST

i am here and always trying

Turning 40 this year....need to do this!!!

Wed, 9 Jan 2013 17:35:32 EST

No more excuses!

I Did it!

Wed, 9 Jan 2013 16:20:03 EST

I lost the five pounds I gained! I'm very thankful to Father God for He helping me for giving me the energy to do it and the perseverance to continue.- Thank-you Father for always being with me and never giving up on me,even when there are times when I want to give up on myself. Thank-you Father for giving me strength to succeed and for always being with me. In our Savior Jesus Christ's Name, Amen.

Illness will not get me down Journal

Wed, 9 Jan 2013 13:41:38 EST

I listened today about 5 foods to avoid and why. I got to through the 4th food to find out they were selling a weight loss program. OJ,wheat bread, margarine,soy products. I use soy milk and was surprised to hear that, believe or not. I will check with Spark people. They all have to do with diabetes and belly fat.
I am ending 2012 to go into 2013 with nothing but er visits and doctor appointments. Nov. my Robert found me with a high fever in a coma, after returning home a week later I w...

Recipe Make Over

Tue, 8 Jan 2013 22:58:37 EST

Day 2 and I am thinking of starting another thread of sharing makeovers to food to share, and if your willing share your own!

Days ago I was having a taco salad made with beef, chili, chips, 1000 island, guacamole, gobs of cheese, sour cream, lettuce, and such. Today I remade this meal in a healthier way.

A toasted large flour tortilla (going tostada style), re fried bean (zero fat), strips of saute onions and red pepper, olives, tomato, 1oz of chesse, salsa, lettuce a...

Never Gonna Gain It Back!

Tue, 8 Jan 2013 21:39:36 EST

I'm feeling a little down today.My back is aching and I've been depressed over the amount of weight I have to lose and how long it will take to lose it again. I know I need to be patient, it will come off as long as I work at it. Six months from now I will I will feel so much better and be well on my way. One day at a time, one foot in front of the other.
I've been on track since New Years, 1 week, and I already feel better. I'm not having constant indigestion and heartburn. Also my bl...

my day will come

Tue, 8 Jan 2013 11:48:41 EST

i am so excited to have found this site! i have already lost 2 lbs. and i feel great! im going to keep my goal by walking more and tracking what i eat.

I can do it

Tue, 8 Jan 2013 10:02:32 EST

Hi I had a question about drinking water I just started drinking alot of water and I noticed last night that my right ankle was swollen and my husband said it's because I've been drinking alot of water and not used to it I wanted to know if that was correct? I'm also trying to figure out how to change my weight I was wrong at the beginning but I have lost 10 pounds I'm not sure how to record that. Thanks for your tips they help me alot. I love Sp it's nice to have a place to report to to h...

My Final Hurtle

Mon, 7 Jan 2013 20:03:49 EST

I'm in my mid 40's and feeling good about most of my life. I'm smart and returned to school later in life; now in a doctoral program and am loving it. I returned to the city I call home after a departure for research/school knowing this is the place I love to live. I've managed the loss (death) of my best friend in life, but now know that I can move on. Missing him yes, but knowing I may have another best friend. I quit smoking and fooling around with recreational drugs a good decade ago. I n...

secret to weightloss

Mon, 7 Jan 2013 16:04:30 EST

Diet and exercise. Its the most effective way to lose weight and look good. One without the other will not work very well. If you exercise a lot it will not help if you eat a lot of "junk", also if you eat healthy it will not help if you won't exercise. True the two things alone are better than neither but together they are a powerful tool. 9

secret to weightloss

Mon, 7 Jan 2013 15:50:45 EST

Pixie's journal

Mon, 7 Jan 2013 12:16:28 EST

This is my 3rd time starting a new journal on spark. I decided to start fresh again. I've been here a loooooong time. I love this site and it really helps me stay on track. Keeping a journal has always helped me sort out my issues, find motivation and keep up with my goals. In 2013 I have my 20 year high school reunion (sept) and my cousin's wedding that I'll be in (july). I'm just praying I don't have to buy my bridesmaids dress until at least May! Fingers crossed. I'm not too far of...

diet and exercise

Mon, 7 Jan 2013 11:07:52 EST

Diet and exercise go hand in hand. How do you work them together?

back again

Sun, 6 Jan 2013 23:01:17 EST

Here I am once again. I'm glad I'm back. Don't need to take off a lot oh weight but 12 pounds may Have over come breast cancer, then I needed another surgery so three within a year. got tired, depressed and sat a lot. ready to get my body back as best as i can. Oh yeah I quit smoking also YEA!!! Just glad to be back Good night all

Getting Started

Sun, 6 Jan 2013 22:32:44 EST

I have found it very difficult to get started on my weight lose program today. I am going to have to have alot of will power and motivation.

i lost 2 lbs

Sun, 6 Jan 2013 22:07:54 EST

i am so excited that i lost 2 lbs. i havent taken any measurements yet, i have to get a measuring tape. but im looking foward to losing a whole lot more!!! 248

I am giving up meat!

Sat, 5 Jan 2013 14:23:36 EST

Everyone keeps questioning why I decided to give up meat, especially pork. Well mainly because of my health of course. I believe I can feel a whole lot healthier by doing this. I gave up pork years ago when I was diagnosed with brain calcification. I ate pork which wasn't well cooked many years ago. The pork carries so much garbage because they eat a whole lot of garbage! I heard about this so much, but didn't think it would happen to me. I had a maggot chew a spot on my brain and now...

I am ready for today is a new day

Sat, 5 Jan 2013 10:44:23 EST

Hi I just started a new program well it's not new to me I did it a year ago and lost alot of weight I'm determined to do it again. I'm eating small 6 meals a day and drinking alot of water. I first wake up and drink one glass of water a tall glass, my first meal of the day is a shake with protein powder and 1/2 frozen banana 1/4 cup of raw oats, 1/2 cup of water and 6 ice cubes It's really good and fills me up i've been drinking shakes anyways 2 day at a time and still over eating with my m...

getting started

Sat, 5 Jan 2013 10:37:01 EST

First time commenting. I've been exercising 45 min. almost daily without watching diet. Need to now modify eating for consistent weight loss. I am also signing up for special interest classes Monday and Wednesday 2 - 4pm. to help with boredom eating and it's something I really want to do. Learn Italian for travelers. These are some of my goals for the new year.

Knitting and Sparking

Sat, 5 Jan 2013 09:45:19 EST

Spent yesterday knitting and telling my friends how Spark People could work for them. Ultimately ended up logging in and showing them all the cool features. Hope they join.

vannems 1st day

Sat, 5 Jan 2013 08:06:11 EST

im very excited to start this new challenge. i hope i stick with it, as i tend to forget some things i start, especially if they involve getting healthy. i love pizza and i am going to try to find new and healthier ways to make pizza instead of going to pick one up at the local pizzeria

getting rid of the old habits

Sat, 5 Jan 2013 07:16:35 EST

I don't know what is wrong with me. I go all day staying on my food plan. It's carefully calculated depending on my activities, etc. to be healthy, nutritious, well-balanced, within my diabetic guidelines and delicious. But then at 4:00 or even at 6:00, something else comes over me and all I want to do is eat eat eat. And I usually do.

I undo all the good I've done all day, all the work outs, all the activity, all the healthy food. The first advice would be to get all the te...

Compliments go along way!

Fri, 4 Jan 2013 17:12:30 EST

Who here loves getting compliments? I know I do 30 Its an instant mood lifter and helps keep me motivated to know someone else is watching me. Randomly today, a young lady @ the gym came up to me and said, "just wanted to let you know,I think you are looking great! How much have you lost?" Just what I needed because i was feeling kind of BLAH today.That lead me to think about how many compliments do I actually GIVE? Not nearly enough...so Im challenging myself and all you sparkie...

AAAARGGHH!

Fri, 4 Jan 2013 16:47:34 EST

Just venting s bit here. Going through a stretch where I can't seem to catch a break, and on top of it my weight loss journey which seems to have been going in slow motion.....has come to a stop (Haven't stopped working at it, just not getting any results). Just so very frustrating! I know God won't put anything on my shoulders that I can't handle, so I will keep my chin up and I WILL break through this storm and be better for it.

(Deep Breath) Ok I'm done venting, thanks for liste...

SHERRY'S WEIGHT LOSS CHAOS!!

Fri, 4 Jan 2013 14:57:08 EST

I started my weight loss chaos on Jan 2013. I weighed in on Jan 1 2013 @226 lbs. I was going to the 1st but every time I do I fail so I picked the 3rd why then one reason My birthday is Oct 3 so that will give me 9 months to lose some weight before then, so maybe I can ask for some clothes for my birthday or buy some.

I'm starting my MY WEIGHT LOSS CHAOS ON JAN 3 2013 @ 226 LBS. 15 386 315

Magpie's Journal 2013

Fri, 4 Jan 2013 09:31:14 EST

They say journaling increasing your chances for success. So, never having been a big "journaler" before, I'm going to give it a shot.
My only son is getting married April 26 this year. I don't want to be a "fatty" in pictures that will last for YEARS!!
Also, having just started Metformin for pre-diabetes, there's the health issue.
Notice I listed the "vanity" issue first. Just being honest.
I pledge to be honest with myself and this journal and SparkPeople.

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FOOD DAIRY FOR BLC21

Fri, 4 Jan 2013 02:31:35 EST

FOOD DIARY
462 461 462 461 462 461 462 461
Wednesday, 16 January 2013
BLC21 has begun.

BREAKFAST: watching local Breakfast show, Espresso
2 X slices of brown toast with sliced of Spam Lite
1 x coffee with 1tsp sugar and 2% milk

WORK: feeling okay
1 x coffee with 1 tsp sugar and 3tsp creamer

LUNCH: At desk, listening to music on comput...

Getting Ready for Lent

Fri, 4 Jan 2013 00:31:53 EST

Well, Spark People members:

This is the end of day #2 for me. I am excited about my adventure. Hoping the excitement sticks around at minimum 4 weeks. I believe by then I will have established good eating habits and an exercise routine and I will be stronger to follow through with the sacrifice I have to make for Lent. I am giving up process sugars and not eating after 6pm for the 40 days.

It is a challenge as I love my sweets. But this is something I have to do bec...

Needing to get healthy

Thu, 3 Jan 2013 10:57:57 EST

I struggle on a constant basis with severe pain because I have, Fibromyalgia, sciatica, and arthritis on my spine. I have been told by doctors that if I just lose some weight it will relieve some of that pain. The one thing I want most in this world is to get healthier and be a better mom to my kids, because I'm constantly so tired and achy I can't play with them like I use to but I have faith that I will get healthy and I will get through this, keep me in your prayers please :)

eat more?

Wed, 2 Jan 2013 21:47:40 EST

So I'm ending my first night and I show my son (with 5% body fat)... really??? I have 5% that's not fat!! anyway I show him my results and here "Mother you didn't reach your goal" Me: Well I guess eating less is better than eating more." My Son: Blank stare... crickets chirp chirp.
Well back at tomorrow!

I joined SIMPLY WELL AGAIN

Wed, 2 Jan 2013 16:20:00 EST

I joined SIMPLYWELL again this year, simplywell.com 244

I wake up determined but go to bed regretful

Tue, 1 Jan 2013 19:56:08 EST

Today I woke up so excited to have a clean eating day after all of the holiday indulgences and wine drinking/late night binge after new years eve. All day I made healthy choices and felt great! Then....I was left alone. I ate wayyyy too much icecream and then my dad came home with homemade Tandy Cakes (the cakes with the layers of peanut butter and chocolate) from a party he was at. I wasn't even in the mood for them after all that ice cream, but I gave in to temptation anyway---just because ...

Eshara43's Progress

Tue, 1 Jan 2013 11:12:58 EST

Hi everyone, just thought i will post and keep you all up to date with my weight loss progress, So far i have lost 35.9 lbs and have been keeping it off. I can finally start my fitness and zumba again. Which makes me very happy. I have to take it easy still and not over do it. I will start out tonight by doing 60 minutes of zumba followed by 120 minutes of fitness, I did a total of 240 minutes of house work yesterday.
I will be going to my mums today and while dinner is cooking i am goi...

so excited!

Tue, 1 Jan 2013 10:30:40 EST

So excited for a fresh start. The past is gone...thank goodness! Tomorrow is not promised...today is a "present" from God. I am going to make it my best present yet! I wish everyone much success today! :)

BeFit in 90 - Who's up for the challenge?

Tue, 1 Jan 2013 02:56:56 EST

Hi! I discovered these videos on Youtube!!! It's a 90 days challenge, 35 minutes of workout (including warm-up and stretches) 5 days a week. I'm sure it will be a great way to start the New Year!!!
I'm starting january 6th and I created a Sparkteam to stay in touch with anyone doing the challenge along with me.
It's free and all you need is a mat, maybe some dumbbells and internet connexion (which you already have 211 )

Here's the link to the Youtube channel: ...

My New Year Resolution Tell Me Yours.

Tue, 1 Jan 2013 02:36:05 EST

Today I choose to release everything that has tried to hold me back.
I release the pass and forgive myself and others.
I release bitterness, anger and sorrow.
I release failer and missed opportunities.

Instead, I embrace the grace and power within my faith
To boldly move forward into the blessing that is waiting for me.
To Reach out and show compassion and love for those who need it.
To be a person that will leave all my kids a legacy that they would b...

I AM DOING THIS

Tue, 1 Jan 2013 02:08:44 EST

This year one of my major goals is to keep this journal active in the hope to be helped by sparkies in 2013. I am determined to tell all about my fears, my victories, my challenges and breakthroughs as I go on.

Watch out for me.

Glo's Refuge and Journey

Sun, 30 Dec 2012 23:16:34 EST

Well weight has been taken, measurements done, now just to prepare the cupboards and fridge. I have tried this journey before, but I felt like I was alone. Now I have my loving husband standing beside me cheering me on, and the outlook I have for myself is different. For some reason him holding me telling me he doesnt care what size I am, or where the dial stops on the scale, he married my heart and soul not my curves (but he loves my boobie curves -- typical male) lol...... but it helps.....

Getting my blood surgars down!!!!

Sun, 30 Dec 2012 07:58:08 EST

I finely got my blood sugars down to a normal, since I have found out that I am a diabetic. Sometime see you hit a goal makes you feel good. I am keeping a positive attitude. I know I can do this. I just needed to know what was going on with my body

4000 calories per day NO MORE

Sat, 29 Dec 2012 23:54:13 EST

I am trying my best to make a comeback, I am to have 2 major surgeries in the upcoming weeks....but I am glad to say that I am logging my nutrition daily as honestly as possible and have cut my caloric intake in half!!! Thank You Spark people, the calorie counter will teach you what you really didn't know it is a POWERFUL tool!!!

Linda In Alabama 2013 Lovely Lime Journal

Sat, 29 Dec 2012 22:24:47 EST

Day 1:
My goal is to lose 5% during each ten week Biggest Loser Challenge.

I'll do this by:
drinking water
exercising
eating healthy
smaller portions
less and less sugar
and journal here

Weight loss that worked for me

Sat, 29 Dec 2012 17:52:28 EST

I joined Medifast in May, not expecting it to "work' for me. But at over 280 pounds I wasn't happy with myself and I know that I had to do something because I was starting to have some serious health problems. I tried it all, I spent THOUSANDS on meal deliveries, WW, gym memberships, pills and shakes and just trying to eat better using SP to track my calories but nothing ever worked. I have lost 93 pounds on Medifast and have since become a health coach so that I can encourage and help people...

Happy New Year

Sat, 29 Dec 2012 15:04:52 EST

Well another year is fast approaching, looking forward to getting healthy and fit this year. Didn't have much success with myself in 2012 , fully intend to make 2013 my year to succeed

My Biggest Loser Journal

Sat, 29 Dec 2012 07:06:04 EST

Challenge Bonus this week is to create a journal and track the goals set for ourselves. I have been flailing the past 2 weeks and so it was a great time to sit down and "get real" about what I wanted from this challenge and how to get it.

Week 3:

My #1 goal for this challenge used to be weight loss. I wanted to get below 200lbs. After looking it over and thinking hard about viability/do-ability. I have decided that I obviously STILL want to lose weight but I am going to...

Jazzercise and watching calories

Fri, 28 Dec 2012 10:11:02 EST

I have lost 15 pounds since June and I attribute it to doing jazzercise three times a week and keeping myself on a daily 1350 calorie diet. Is it possible to feature any jazzercise routines on the daily exercise blog? I know there are others who have lost weight by doing this same regiment. Lets share our success stories and our needs.

my goal was to lose 20 by Christmas,

Fri, 28 Dec 2012 05:34:20 EST

So I did 19 !

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I'm an overcomer

Thu, 27 Dec 2012 08:52:55 EST

For anyone who has suffered a broken heart, spirit, body, mind, relationship, etc...this one's for you.

I have all of the above to the umpth degree...and then some. Let's take my body. Diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and given less than a year to live. Received a whipple (one of the most radical surgeries a human can endure) and her I am sucking air 13 yr.'s later!

Anyway, laying in bed for months at a time, recovering from various 'after' surgeries, depressed, hat...

2013 - Journal of a Fruit Loop!

Wed, 26 Dec 2012 18:33:23 EST

Please follow my posts and comment. I like feedback.

I never even started with my weight loss goals...obviously not too much next year since I'll be pregnant until mid-April. :) Please add me as a friend too! I'll return the favor!

Well I hope to 1 keep up with a public journal for next year, 2013. I may not do it daily, but hopefully weekly. I need friends to help me stay on a positive path and lose weight in 2013. I am about 25 weeks pregnant, with my 2nd daughte...

How far can travel around the world in 2013?

Wed, 26 Dec 2012 14:20:21 EST

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This is my personal record to how long it will take me to travel 3959 miles, that is the distance around the earth.

I will start this on January 1st.
If you want to do this, I have a thread started in the Community Challenges Forum..with pretty much the same title.

January:
1~~ 5 miles (3953)
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Arriving somewhere...but not here

Tue, 25 Dec 2012 02:37:09 EST

Scrolling through these community journals, it seems like a place to talk to one's self, somewhere to throw thoughts less developed than a blog post (well, at least the way I use the blog posts) (with "developed" being a very relative term!) but more than a status update....which, to tell truth, might be exactly what I need. It's a twitter like outlet, spark people style.

As I've gotten a decent streak of blog post days going (decent for me), I'm not entirely sure what I'll use thi...

hot4fitness 2013 journal

Mon, 24 Dec 2012 20:11:23 EST

I know its not 2013 but decided to start my daily journal anyways.

Run today at 8 am this morning, very cold 10 degrees. Breaking in m new hot pink Brooks, but was so cold and very icy is spots. I wore layers so everything stayed warm except for the hands and fingers. Need to figure out something else there. I had on some wind running gloves but they did not seem to work. After a mile and a half had to head to the car and warm up my hands. They were so cold they hurt.
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I'm exhausted!!!!

Mon, 24 Dec 2012 14:17:36 EST

Grocery shopping today was awful!! The supermarket was more full than usual and people were very strange!! Or maybe I was in a trance !?

My legs are just broken and I'll just sit with them up and try to relax those tired muscles.

How is your day going and are you ready for Santa Claus??

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