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Vacanick
Member
07-12-2004
| Wednesday, July 12, 2006 - 10:56 am
Good for you Dolphinschild!! It sounds like you have the right attitude. 
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Dolphinschild
Member
06-22-2006
| Wednesday, July 12, 2006 - 11:54 am
Thanks Vacanick! I am trying LOL
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Twiggyish
Member
08-14-2000
| Wednesday, July 12, 2006 - 12:21 pm
Congratulations Dolphin!! I'm plugging along with this every day now. I am pleased with the scale. We even ate out today. I spent a good amount of time this morning doing aerobics. I want my good up and bad points to come down..LOL
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Dolphinschild
Member
06-22-2006
| Wednesday, July 12, 2006 - 1:23 pm
Thanks Twiggyish!!! Congratulations for you too! We can do this, I know we can. We just need to be patient with ourselves. Hugs....
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Vacanick
Member
07-12-2004
| Wednesday, July 12, 2006 - 1:39 pm
I'm staying positive but the scale is not moving for me. I've been going to the gym religiously for the past 5 weeks and hope to see some movement soon. I get rechecked at the gym next week ... I've heard I'll see inches first ... looking forward to see some change! 
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Twiggyish
Member
08-14-2000
| Wednesday, July 12, 2006 - 2:05 pm
Vacanick, I think it sounds like muscle is building. I bet your clothes are fitting better. Years ago, I gained weight when I was exercising, but I figured out it was the pasta I was constantly craving.
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Yankee_in_ca
Member
08-01-2000
| Wednesday, July 12, 2006 - 2:20 pm
Vacanick, I put my scale away this weekend. I haven't dropped a pound, but when I'm not feeling emotional, I have to be honest and admit my body looks different. My clothes are at least a size to 2 sizes smaller. And the scale was just bumming me out. So I got rid of it. I talked with my trainer friend and one of my spin instructors, and they both agreed that it was the smartest thing I could have done. My spin instructor is also a doctor in his "real life," and told me emphatically that the "muscle weighs more than fat" is NOT a myth, it's true, and told me how much he weighs. He's probably 5'7" and very lean, cut and ripped. And I was SHOCKED at how much he weighs -- because he's all muscle. P.S. -- At first I was worried that, without the scale, I wouldn't have anything to gauge my progress on, and that I might gain a bunch of weight. But in thinking about it, I've decided taht as long as I keep doing what I'm doing, and keeping an eye on how my clothes fit AND how I feel physically and emotionally, it should work. Fingers crossed...
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Dolphinschild
Member
06-22-2006
| Wednesday, July 12, 2006 - 2:26 pm
Vacanick, Muscle does weight more then fat, but when I use to work with the body builders and all star ball team they would also have toxins build up in their muscles, so believe it or not a message can break the difference and cause you to lose the weight again too. What happens is toxins in the muscle keep your body in the plateau zone, so I bet if you get a massage, you will notice the difference... Inches is also lost when your not losing weight. So it could very well be a combination of all of them going on...
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Kep421
Member
08-11-2001
| Wednesday, July 12, 2006 - 2:52 pm
Thanks Twiggy!!!
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Bearware
Member
07-12-2002
| Wednesday, July 12, 2006 - 3:07 pm
Hi, I'm new to this thread, but need to be here more! I was wondering if anyone has tried the LA Weight Loss program? I've been told to either get some weight off or dire things will happen, so ... That program seems to work for everyone I've known who went on it, but only knew 2, so that's not a big statistic! Thanks!
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Twiggyish
Member
08-14-2000
| Wednesday, July 12, 2006 - 3:56 pm
I don't know about it. Let us know if you try it. I'd like to know about it! What is everyone's motivation for losing? I'd like to say it's because I want to be healthy, but that wouldn't quite be true. I do want to be healthier, but we have a cruise in November and I want to look a lot better for it. I keep thinking of the beautiful dresses (one in particular is stunning) I saw while out shopping. That sure would be nice to wear for formal night!
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Shadoe
Member
11-04-2004
| Wednesday, July 12, 2006 - 4:14 pm
It sounds to me like all of you have the most important thing going for you: Attitude. I don't think it matters how you approach it, so long as it's in a healthy style. The stuff like Glufast may help some people, but it will come down to the permanent changes you make in your lifestyle. Get active, eat healthy, and you will reach your own optimal best shape and condition. Don't get hung up on getting to a number or getting to a size; those kinds of goals often lead to discouragement and disappointment. I have said it before - there is no magic, quick fix to being fit. Each of you know how you are really doing. You are sleeping better, you don't have some of those aches and pains as much, and let's not forget about that sense of accomplishment with your exercising. You get better at each exercise, you can do more, you are less winded or sore afterwards. I forget how long they say it takes for something to become a habit, but that's what you are doing - you are cultivating your new healthy lifestyle that will continue for the rest of your life. One day you will realize "Hey, my clothes are looser!" or someone will say "Hey, you look great. What have you been doing?" Just keep eating healthy stuff you like and do activities and exercises you like - make it fun.
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Twiggyish
Member
08-14-2000
| Wednesday, July 12, 2006 - 4:51 pm
What you are saying about a healthy habit is true and exercise is important. I like to set a goal as it helps me stay motivated, though. It may not work for everyone, but it sure does with me. (Especially when everyone else in my family is NOT on a diet) I know many of us are probably on diet number 100....LOL It doesn't matter if we are losing 5lbs or more, it's nice to talk to others doing the same thing.
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Vacanick
Member
07-12-2004
| Wednesday, July 12, 2006 - 5:07 pm
Thank you Shadoe! 
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Shadoe
Member
11-04-2004
| Wednesday, July 12, 2006 - 5:33 pm
Twiggy, you're right about having goals. You just need to make sure that they are realistic ones and that you don't beat yourself up if you miss it or something. As for the rest of the family, maybe you need to be the example of what they too could accomplish. Then you can say "Look at me!" We all have to have that aim. It's a focus, a form of concentration, that truly helps to propel us in the direction of our goals. Without them, we would be hopelessly lost. They must be allowed to flex with time. That which is rigid cannot give and will break in time. That which is flexible is forgiving and will withstand the test of time. Once you find that balance between being firm and forgiving with yourself, you will be set for success and steady progress.
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Twiggyish
Member
08-14-2000
| Wednesday, July 12, 2006 - 6:48 pm
Yeah, I know that's true when the darn scale stops moving! My dd never needs to worry. She's very healthy and doesn't gain easily. (Look at my profile to see her picture) But, it is a good example to accomplish a goal. My hubby works at a place that requires a lot walking and loses weight fast. I have to cook differently for them. I go on a diet and my husband always loses weight first. They can have pastas and other foods. They don't like what I eat. (whole grains..etc)
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Twiggyish
Member
08-14-2000
| Wednesday, July 12, 2006 - 7:00 pm
Your last sentence is a good life lesson. It could be applied to anything in life!
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Twiggyish
Member
08-14-2000
| Thursday, July 13, 2006 - 7:38 pm
I've stepped up on the exercise (aerobics). It's tough, though.
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Vacanick
Member
07-12-2004
| Tuesday, July 18, 2006 - 9:02 am
I am frustrated. I went & had my 6 week check yesterday at the gym and found out that I had gained 5 pounds and added 1 inch. Uuugghh! She thinks my workout routine, mostly cardio & a little weights, is good but she said to watch what I eat and drink lot's of water. I'm disappointed but I'm not going to stop. I need this weight off of me and I have to see results sometime ... right?? Any suggestions or comments would be appreciated! 
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Shadoe
Member
11-04-2004
| Tuesday, July 18, 2006 - 3:48 pm
Vacanick, it sounds like you are going thru the same thing as I am. I told my trainer today that he better make some changes cuz I am working hard and not eating badly but I am still gaining weight. I said if we keep at it, I may hit 210 - he said if I hit 210, all my sessions will be free. Great - now I have a goal. It's a funny thing about food. You can think you are not eating too much, but once you start tracking the calories and being exact about quantities and actually weighing foods, you may be in for a big suprise. Just exactly how much chicken is 3.5 ounces? And that salad or fish fillet - how much are they in weight and calories? I kept a detailed log faithfully for about 10 days and let me tell you, it's no fun and definitely not easy to stay to a total of something like 1500 calories. I lost my appetite just thinking of having to measure and weigh every single item before I ate. I would definitely recommend to anyone that they keep a log for at least a week; it is an eye opener which also makes you aware of what you are consuming. If you have a salad, make sure you measure any dressing. Did you know that 3 ounces of lettuce is about 15-20 calories? And you can get some amazing dressings that are as low as 5 calories per tablespoon. Yes, I measured exactly. Try just a couple days of tracking what your normal diet is and then try to cut it down a few hundred calories. It all comes down to working off more than you are putting into yourself. I have gained at least 8 pounds and I am not bothering with inches. I know I am larger in some places but much smaller in others, and I know that you can't lose in spots you want. It's an over all fat decrease. It is always the spot you want to lose first that ends up being the last spot to lose. You say you added 1 inch - you have to think about your overall size and not just in one spot. Think of how your clothes are fitting now, compared to before. And I hope you're not forgetting that flabby old fat weighs much less than nice solid muscle. I don't know about you but I'd rather be big and rock hard solid than big and flabby. You must be feeling better, even if you have not lost weight or the size that you expected. I know I feel fantastic, so I don't care as much about all the rest. I know you may feel frustrated but after you make a few small adjustments, by the next 6 weeks, you will see some results.
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Twiggyish
Member
08-14-2000
| Tuesday, July 18, 2006 - 4:42 pm
I will say Weight Watchers makes it easy to track your food with their point system. I'm getting used to picking foods that are considered core foods. You can look at their website for more info. It does teach good eating habits anyway. Vacanick, I know your frustration. It's soo disgusting to work that hard and not see progress. But, I think you're making yourself more healthy with the exercise. It's very good for your heart, too. Don't give up.
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Shadoe
Member
11-04-2004
| Wednesday, July 19, 2006 - 2:00 am
Twig, I am sure that WW works great but I wonder about that point thing. I had some great small yogurts that were 50calories, no fat, and were flavors like chocolate cherries jubilee or raspberry chantilly. I gave one to a lady at work and she asked how many points they were. I said points? I don't know anything about points. They taste good, have no fat, and are only 50 calories so that's all I need to know. Points are not mentioned on any packages that I have seen so it's tough to be exact. One ends up guessing, or just going without. I think sometimes we overlook the progress that we can't see. I do believe that your inner general health improves with exercise of any kind and however small. Think about your heart and lungs, and things like those aches that lessen or disappear because those improvements are the ones you really want, not the ones so much to your 'shell'. Exercise is a permanent change to your life. It's not something to be done to lose weight and then stop; no permanent result can be had with temporary changes in lifestyle. Exercise must remain in your lifestyle for good, so who cares about a fleeting frustrating thought. Just keep at it and you will feel better each day.
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Vacanick
Member
07-12-2004
| Wednesday, July 19, 2006 - 4:38 am
Thank you so much Shadoe and Twigs! There is so much to learn about making this change in lifestyle. I believe your both right .. I need to seriously look at my diet. Exercise alone will not make for a healthy change. 
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Twiggyish
Member
08-14-2000
| Wednesday, July 19, 2006 - 8:28 am
Shadoe, the site has a point calculator. You put in the food item and it gives the point for it. Basically, the higher fat foods have the most points. I buy plain fat-free yogurt and add fruit to it. I then add a small amount of splenda to give it sweetness. It's pretty good for a quick snack. Here's some info from the point calculator on yogurts: yogurt drink, 1 cup 5 plain fat-free yogurt, 1 cup no points low-fat plain yogurt, 1 cup 3 light artificially sweetened yogurt, 1 cup 2 fat-free fruit flavored yogurt, sweetened with sugar, 1 cup 4 low-fat fruit-flavored yogurt, sweetened with sugar, 1 cup 5 whole milk plain yogurt, 1 cup 4 low-fat lemon yogurt, 1 cup 4 fat-free vanilla yogurt, 1 cup 3 There are a lot more on the list. You want to avoid the higher point items if you can help it.
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Nickovtyme
Member
07-29-2004
| Wednesday, July 19, 2006 - 3:58 pm
Hey y'all...I need some bucking up. I've totally fallen off the wagon and have put back on about 10lbs. Don't know what happened but I've lost the drive to work out and stick to my diet. I was doing so good for about 4 months and dropped nearly 50lbs, but dammit, I now find myself back into some of my own routines and eating my comfort foods, minus the workout. My 36" waist in my pants are getting tighter again and I'm afraid that I'm going to put back on those 50lbs and can't find the motivation to get back on the wagon. HELP!
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