So, I have lost another 3lbs officially. I am finding that I really need to find different ways to deal with my emotions instead of eating. (Stress, anxious, bored, upset, mad, and celebratory.)
I do catch myself mindless eating while cleaning up dinner or just because I saw it. But I am getting better at catching myself and most importantly - STOPPING!
I bought myself two new pairs of jeans a few weeks ago and since the jeans FIT I have been compliments left and right about the weight loss. I am flattered and then sometimes embarressed that I let myself get overweight. (sigh) but that is behind me now.
My next goal is 2lbs off by Nov. That means - don't let Halloween mess me up and also try to lose. I can RUN a mile now and not be horribly out of breath, so I will continue and jog/walk another 2 mi about 5 times a week. I need to start some strenght trainning soon. Just got to do it.
New favorite find - Fiber One cottage cheese. I will add a spoonful of apple butter to a cup of cottage cheese and its a great snack that will hold me over for a bit.
How is everyone???
Friday, October 22, 2010
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Hit the BIG 30!!
I did it! I finally (official - not just standing on the scale naked in the morning after I just peed) got rid of 30lbs!!! I am thrilled. Ugh. It was tough, but holy crap it feels great. I seriously have no pants that fit or dresses for that matter. DARN, I have to go shopping. ;P
We have "transitioned" to regular food a few weeks ago. Let me tell ya, I was SCARED. I really have to pay attention to what I am eating. I am trying really hard to not consume more than 1200 cals/day. My fridge is FULL of veggies and fruit and we are slowly switching out our pantry foods to be whole wheat and no/low sodium. I am trying to be an example to my kids and husband without too much pressure so that they won't rebel. hah hah
Things I struggle with on a daily (hourly) basis:
mindless eating
eating because I am anxious
eating because I am stressed or depressed
I need to find a new outlet to handle "my issues" listed above. Preferably something active to keep burning calories instead of consuming them.
I have not found the passion for working out yet. I still hate it even though I know I need it and will feel friggin fantastic and proud of myself afterwards if I get it done.
What has really helped is planning healthy grab n go snacks. AND eating 300cal meals. (Google 300 cal meals and there are a ton to choose from and with foods you like.)
I NEED to find a good alternative to Diet Coke. I love it. But I need a bubbly substitute that does not have sodium. There is sodium in EVERYTHING. No wonder we all have junk in the trunk!
My next goal is knock off another 5lbs. I want to do this before October...so that I can buy a single digit pant size. I need pants, but don't want to buy them until I can get into that size. Vain?? A little. But I want to refer to it as just a goal. ;P I really do need to get off at least 20lbs more to be at my "ideal" body weight. But baby steps. Keep the 30lbs off, and try to get another 5lbs GONE.
My new love -La Tortilla Factory Smart & Delicious™ Low Carb, High Fiber Tortillas
http://www.latortillafactory.com/
Size 8"
Calories 80
Carbs 19g
Net Carbs 5g
Fat 3g
Fiber 12g!!!!
Sodium 210mg
Use one of these, some egg beaters ( or ONE egg) and some black beans and salsa or load up your eggs with spinach for a filling breakfast!
Another tip that is working for me - keep fruit and prepared veggies out on the counters or accessible. When you find yourself just needed to grab something to eat, grab them instead of crackers, cheese, etc.
We have "transitioned" to regular food a few weeks ago. Let me tell ya, I was SCARED. I really have to pay attention to what I am eating. I am trying really hard to not consume more than 1200 cals/day. My fridge is FULL of veggies and fruit and we are slowly switching out our pantry foods to be whole wheat and no/low sodium. I am trying to be an example to my kids and husband without too much pressure so that they won't rebel. hah hah
Things I struggle with on a daily (hourly) basis:
mindless eating
eating because I am anxious
eating because I am stressed or depressed
I need to find a new outlet to handle "my issues" listed above. Preferably something active to keep burning calories instead of consuming them.
I have not found the passion for working out yet. I still hate it even though I know I need it and will feel friggin fantastic and proud of myself afterwards if I get it done.
What has really helped is planning healthy grab n go snacks. AND eating 300cal meals. (Google 300 cal meals and there are a ton to choose from and with foods you like.)
I NEED to find a good alternative to Diet Coke. I love it. But I need a bubbly substitute that does not have sodium. There is sodium in EVERYTHING. No wonder we all have junk in the trunk!
My next goal is knock off another 5lbs. I want to do this before October...so that I can buy a single digit pant size. I need pants, but don't want to buy them until I can get into that size. Vain?? A little. But I want to refer to it as just a goal. ;P I really do need to get off at least 20lbs more to be at my "ideal" body weight. But baby steps. Keep the 30lbs off, and try to get another 5lbs GONE.
My new love -La Tortilla Factory Smart & Delicious™ Low Carb, High Fiber Tortillas
http://www.latortillafactory.com/
Size 8"
Calories 80
Carbs 19g
Net Carbs 5g
Fat 3g
Fiber 12g!!!!
Sodium 210mg
Use one of these, some egg beaters ( or ONE egg) and some black beans and salsa or load up your eggs with spinach for a filling breakfast!
Another tip that is working for me - keep fruit and prepared veggies out on the counters or accessible. When you find yourself just needed to grab something to eat, grab them instead of crackers, cheese, etc.
Friday, August 6, 2010
My update.
I have been trying the shakes from herbal life and I have been doing them for about 2 weeks now. I haven't been super strict with the program due to money being tight from the move to go buy up all the fruits and veggies and proteins from the store..I have been making it work but every one here has to eat too...LOL
Today I was measured again and I have lost 4 inches from my waist and 2 from each arms and 2 and a half from each of my thighs!
Thanks for all the tips too Sarah they make sense and are good to hear. Once they are out there you tend to think about it and things click for you. Congrats on the weight loss...
How is every one else doing???
Today I was measured again and I have lost 4 inches from my waist and 2 from each arms and 2 and a half from each of my thighs!
Thanks for all the tips too Sarah they make sense and are good to hear. Once they are out there you tend to think about it and things click for you. Congrats on the weight loss...
How is every one else doing???
Sunday, August 1, 2010
Still a loser ... in a good way!
Last week I weighed in at 147! Sweet. That is about 27lbs now since I officially started this diet. It feels AMAZING. I feel like I am getting {myself} back again. When I am on the treadmill now I feel lighter and the jogging is getting easier. When I chase the kids, I can actually chase them for more than a minute. ;)
I've stopped nursing Calvin. (so sad my baby is a big boy - 15 months now)So with that, my boobs have shrunk from DD to C's. I think I lost 2lbs from each boob. LOL
Few things I have learned about myself about my bad eating habits and tips I have learned that have HELPED.
Drink water - only water. (crytal light, ok) But no more juice, milk (mabye non-fat once in awhile) no diet sodas, etc.
spread out your calories throughout the day. If your starving from skipping a meal, you will eat 2x as much compared to eating a regular meal.
Have the cookie... but just one. You tasted it, and it was good. Now move on.
I've noticed in social situations where food is bountiful is to keep busy. Get up and move around. visit with people, help clean, do something besides filling up the plate just because the food is "there"
Date night - no more dates out to dinner (not totally banned, but we are really cutting back) Now, we go on a hike, or do something active together.
No more "Mommy Garbage Disposal" - I have to (still working on it) not finish my kid's plates because I feel like I am wasting the food if I don't. I am serving them smaller portions and having them ask for seconds if they are still hungry.
Plate sizes - get rid of the HUGE dinner plates. You tend to fill up your plate when you sit for a meal. Go for the salad plate. It makes your realistic portion sizes look larger compared to being on a HUGE dinner plate.
These tips have helped me so far. I hope to keep loosing more weight. But I feel REALLY good right now. Still not to my "just got married" weight or even close to my college weight - but I am enjoying where I am at now.
Hope you ladies are staying motivated!! Just remember, you are worth the effort to feel fantastic and look HOT!
I've stopped nursing Calvin. (so sad my baby is a big boy - 15 months now)So with that, my boobs have shrunk from DD to C's. I think I lost 2lbs from each boob. LOL
Few things I have learned about myself about my bad eating habits and tips I have learned that have HELPED.
Drink water - only water. (crytal light, ok) But no more juice, milk (mabye non-fat once in awhile) no diet sodas, etc.
spread out your calories throughout the day. If your starving from skipping a meal, you will eat 2x as much compared to eating a regular meal.
Have the cookie... but just one. You tasted it, and it was good. Now move on.
I've noticed in social situations where food is bountiful is to keep busy. Get up and move around. visit with people, help clean, do something besides filling up the plate just because the food is "there"
Date night - no more dates out to dinner (not totally banned, but we are really cutting back) Now, we go on a hike, or do something active together.
No more "Mommy Garbage Disposal" - I have to (still working on it) not finish my kid's plates because I feel like I am wasting the food if I don't. I am serving them smaller portions and having them ask for seconds if they are still hungry.
Plate sizes - get rid of the HUGE dinner plates. You tend to fill up your plate when you sit for a meal. Go for the salad plate. It makes your realistic portion sizes look larger compared to being on a HUGE dinner plate.
These tips have helped me so far. I hope to keep loosing more weight. But I feel REALLY good right now. Still not to my "just got married" weight or even close to my college weight - but I am enjoying where I am at now.
Hope you ladies are staying motivated!! Just remember, you are worth the effort to feel fantastic and look HOT!
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
Where I am at
Hey ladies,
so as of today I am at 152lbs! That is 22lbs gone! YES. To celebrate losing 20lbs, I got to do a little shopping. Buh bye sizes 14/16 and HELLO 10's! I bought three pairs of shorts and 3 shirts to get me through the summer. I have two hand-me-down skirts from my sister that will get me through the summer. It feels great. I have officially stopped nursing, which helps me out. Chris and I spent a few days in Ft. Lauderdale on the beaches and we left the kids at home! This was the first time away overnight from Calvin. It was tough the first night, but then we lived it up!
It has been so hot, I am having a hard time staying motivated to keep working out. I NEED to get up before the kids. That is the solution.
When I jog I feel "lighter" which is awesome and makes the jogging less painful and jiggly! hah hah I am no way "toned" and hopefully that will start to be a result from exercise.
I hope I can make these changes permanent or at least enjoy them for a while before another baby comes along. ( no announcements here! I'm just saying... that's been the pattern for 8 years!)
How are all of you?!?! What is working? What's not?
so as of today I am at 152lbs! That is 22lbs gone! YES. To celebrate losing 20lbs, I got to do a little shopping. Buh bye sizes 14/16 and HELLO 10's! I bought three pairs of shorts and 3 shirts to get me through the summer. I have two hand-me-down skirts from my sister that will get me through the summer. It feels great. I have officially stopped nursing, which helps me out. Chris and I spent a few days in Ft. Lauderdale on the beaches and we left the kids at home! This was the first time away overnight from Calvin. It was tough the first night, but then we lived it up!
It has been so hot, I am having a hard time staying motivated to keep working out. I NEED to get up before the kids. That is the solution.
When I jog I feel "lighter" which is awesome and makes the jogging less painful and jiggly! hah hah I am no way "toned" and hopefully that will start to be a result from exercise.
I hope I can make these changes permanent or at least enjoy them for a while before another baby comes along. ( no announcements here! I'm just saying... that's been the pattern for 8 years!)
How are all of you?!?! What is working? What's not?
Saturday, June 12, 2010
My current program
Hey Ladies,
Just an FYI on what I have been doing to lose weight now that the baby is 1 year old! (no more excuses!!)
I am doing a weight loss program through Kaiser and started about 9 weeks ago.
http://www.kphealthyweight.com/program.cfm
I have a weekly weigh in/meeting with them. The meetings discuss everything from exercise, to emotional health, and understanding our BAD relationships with food.
To date: I went from weighing 174 to 157lbs in 8 weeks. Its an average of 2lbs/week. I have 9 more weeks to go and hope to get to the 140s by then. For my height (5'2), this puts me in a normal range on the BMI scale. I was not able to get under 170lbs on my own for months. (mostly due to still nursing - I have never been able to lose weight while nursing a baby.)
At week 17 I think it is, we start "transition" which means we start adding one meal of regular food a day.
I am MAKING myself exercise at least 3x a week on the treadmill for a 1/2 hour. They gave us a pedometer and said we should hit 10K steps a day. I think that is equivalent to 5miles.
Some days have been HARD not to want to eat something else. But, since I have seen results and others are noticing, I am SO MOTIVATED to continue. I don't feel hungry, its more out of habit that I want to eat something.
They tell us that this is the easy part. We are learning to "deal with food" without having to "deal with food." It will get tougher when we have to start making food choices again on our own.
My motto: Nothing tastes as good as being skinny feels! ;P
I have realized that I will never be that person who can just eat anything and not have to worry about it. Also, I have to STOP the mindless snacking and the stress/boredom eating.
We had to keep food journals before we started on product, and let me tell you. I was sticking food in my mouth ALL THE TIME and I was not even hungry. BIG EYE OPENER for me.
So far I am very pleased with my results. If you have any questions about the program, check out the link or email me. You don't have to be a Kaiser member to participate. It does cost $, but since it is actually seeing results, I am good. I feel like I am investing in myself!
Just an FYI on what I have been doing to lose weight now that the baby is 1 year old! (no more excuses!!)
I am doing a weight loss program through Kaiser and started about 9 weeks ago.
http://www.kphealthyweight.com/program.cfm
I have a weekly weigh in/meeting with them. The meetings discuss everything from exercise, to emotional health, and understanding our BAD relationships with food.
To date: I went from weighing 174 to 157lbs in 8 weeks. Its an average of 2lbs/week. I have 9 more weeks to go and hope to get to the 140s by then. For my height (5'2), this puts me in a normal range on the BMI scale. I was not able to get under 170lbs on my own for months. (mostly due to still nursing - I have never been able to lose weight while nursing a baby.)
At week 17 I think it is, we start "transition" which means we start adding one meal of regular food a day.
I am MAKING myself exercise at least 3x a week on the treadmill for a 1/2 hour. They gave us a pedometer and said we should hit 10K steps a day. I think that is equivalent to 5miles.
Some days have been HARD not to want to eat something else. But, since I have seen results and others are noticing, I am SO MOTIVATED to continue. I don't feel hungry, its more out of habit that I want to eat something.
They tell us that this is the easy part. We are learning to "deal with food" without having to "deal with food." It will get tougher when we have to start making food choices again on our own.
My motto: Nothing tastes as good as being skinny feels! ;P
I have realized that I will never be that person who can just eat anything and not have to worry about it. Also, I have to STOP the mindless snacking and the stress/boredom eating.
We had to keep food journals before we started on product, and let me tell you. I was sticking food in my mouth ALL THE TIME and I was not even hungry. BIG EYE OPENER for me.
So far I am very pleased with my results. If you have any questions about the program, check out the link or email me. You don't have to be a Kaiser member to participate. It does cost $, but since it is actually seeing results, I am good. I feel like I am investing in myself!
Monday, May 24, 2010
day8-13
Ok so maybe I got a little overzealous with the work outs...I mean i do weigh 400 lbs and haven't work out at all in a yr at least...I threw my back out and tweaked my knee... I was down until today. I am going to start again working out today with the fact that I need to take it slow in mind! I can't give up I am already seeing a difference in my arms and legs...WOOHOOO!!!
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Day 7
Day seven i tried to work out...I took some ibprophen...but the pain in my back and knee were to much...I am frustrated...not that i expected a 400 lbs woman to have no issues but I want to work out. i am taking today off to rest my knee but i am working out tomorrow!1!
Monday, May 17, 2010
Day 6****update****
day 6 was hard!!!! I woke up tired and I have had NO energy today. Today would have been easy to say I couldnt do it! I knew it would be the end of this exercise if i did...SO I bucked up and did it. the first 5 mins were the worst. I felt stiff and uncomfortable but after that I was warmed up and it felt good!
I find it weird to hear people say that they have so much energy after they work out...BUT it is true. I have energy now and I am NOT even close to tired. I love the stretching video too. I feel like I have more movement and can bend so much better. My abs were happier today...
Day 7 is gunna rock!
***update****
last night after working out I hit the wall. I was so tired I couldn't keep my eyes open. My body hurt like I had been hit by a truck. I am still feeling it today. I am going to stretch this morning and then I am going to work out but skip most of the squats and give my knees the time they need to recover. I will just do some of the other moves and keep my heart rate up during those times!
I find it weird to hear people say that they have so much energy after they work out...BUT it is true. I have energy now and I am NOT even close to tired. I love the stretching video too. I feel like I have more movement and can bend so much better. My abs were happier today...
Day 7 is gunna rock!
***update****
last night after working out I hit the wall. I was so tired I couldn't keep my eyes open. My body hurt like I had been hit by a truck. I am still feeling it today. I am going to stretch this morning and then I am going to work out but skip most of the squats and give my knees the time they need to recover. I will just do some of the other moves and keep my heart rate up during those times!
Day 5
Day 5 was easier on me the time flew...until crunches and I could feel Fridays work out was still alive and kicking...my knee still isn't excited about my weight bouncing around on it but it is getting more and more compliant!
Sweating is good and I feel like I am really working it every time it pours!!!
Risa has been my sweat buddy and we have been a good reminder to keep going. We both have our spots where we feel it and parts of the routine that we do better than the other...we are good at spotting when each others form is off or wrong...or need help modifying.
I love using the computer and letting the world know so that you all can tell me to get my butt in gear when I am not in gear ( I DON'T WANT THAT TO HAPPEN)!!
Come on day 6 I am
Gunna kick your butt!!!
Day 4
Day 4 was my off day. ( I made it the day because I knew I wouldn't be here to do it other wise) I thought about working out all day... I was 3 hours from home all day working on car stuff and hanging with my sissy...Tomorrow it is on again...my back was a bit out of sorts today and my ankles are swollen...but tomorrow I will work out I love how good I feel after!!
Friday, May 14, 2010
Change of scenery
I changed the blog up to show that things are happening....I hope every one comes back and we all get into this blog again I would like to know that there are others out there to cheer for and hey i can use a push too!
Day 3
Day three was so much fun. I worried that i would struggle through it BUT I didn't in fact i could move more. The work out seemed to go by faster and I could do more with out my knee hurting!
drinking water is not a problem I down so much every day. ENERGY is up by 100%. Eating better than before and thinking before I put it n my mouth.
every night when I feel fat and Old it is a reminder of how much i want to succeed!!!
I did go over my calories yesterday but not by much... AND I FEEL Good!
drinking water is not a problem I down so much every day. ENERGY is up by 100%. Eating better than before and thinking before I put it n my mouth.
every night when I feel fat and Old it is a reminder of how much i want to succeed!!!
I did go over my calories yesterday but not by much... AND I FEEL Good!
Thursday, May 13, 2010
Day 2...
Day2 was a lot harder...I felt ever move...i may have been overzealous yesterday... I noticed I counted down the minutes sooner today. I however did not give... up there is to many thing I want to do that this weight wont let me. like being thinner..lol
I felt it last night...my legs hated me but it wasn't any thing that a little Advil couldn't fix! I sweated more today...I am sure that is a good thing. But today I feel a lot better after. Yesterday was a kick in the pants. Today I noticed that I have more energy even after only 2 days downs.
My knees would love less weight on them. I have modified things for my size making sure that i feel the burn in the proper places. I have maintain the caloric intake I want and I have been drink 8 + cups of water every day.
I have been keeping my intake written down in my IPOD in a app called Loose it. I really makes me think about what I am putting into my head!
If you asked me if I liked this work out I would say.,...yes! I feel it doing what it is supposed to.
also it starts slower and works your up. they want you to not over do it and definitely not to hurt yourself. The teach gentler moves if you need them so far 4 thumbs up...Glad i picked it!
I felt it last night...my legs hated me but it wasn't any thing that a little Advil couldn't fix! I sweated more today...I am sure that is a good thing. But today I feel a lot better after. Yesterday was a kick in the pants. Today I noticed that I have more energy even after only 2 days downs.
My knees would love less weight on them. I have modified things for my size making sure that i feel the burn in the proper places. I have maintain the caloric intake I want and I have been drink 8 + cups of water every day.
I have been keeping my intake written down in my IPOD in a app called Loose it. I really makes me think about what I am putting into my head!
If you asked me if I liked this work out I would say.,...yes! I feel it doing what it is supposed to.
also it starts slower and works your up. they want you to not over do it and definitely not to hurt yourself. The teach gentler moves if you need them so far 4 thumbs up...Glad i picked it!
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Day 1...
Day 1 is down...of course there was modification in the work out...But eventually there should have to be!
It was two routines today slim and limber & start it up. I am sweating so bad. there was 2 points I felt like I was done but i did not give in to the quiter angel on my shoulder....
I feel great...
It was two routines today slim and limber & start it up. I am sweating so bad. there was 2 points I felt like I was done but i did not give in to the quiter angel on my shoulder....
I feel great...
***WARNING****
object are a little disturbing
object are a little disturbing
Monday, May 3, 2010
I did it!!
I have complety failed at losing any weight in fact I have gained weight. I suck. So what am I going to do about it. Make a new weight loss goal. I want to lose 25lbs by Aug 1st. I will be turning 30 this week. This is a present I thought I would give myself this year. I need willpower and determination more than ever. I can do it. I can do it. I can do it.
Friday, April 23, 2010
There was a Knock at the door!
It Came!!! it is Finally here. I am going to take the weekend to get a game plan. I want to read the material that came with it. I need to take my starting picture, measurements, make my plan and put it up where I can see it to remind me. I am also going to write a list of reasons I WANT to loose weight... you know that FIRE I keep talking about. So look forward to more post...because I Will achieve it this time....
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
this is it
I always write that this is it. I am finally going to do it. But the truth is i never last a month. I need a fire under my bum! I have never been this big in my life. Kids, pulmonary embolisms, and the lack of being able to do anything thing through them has left me... HUGE!.
This is no way to live. I have now passed over the 400 lbs mark..and yes I did just write that for all to see. Until then My body didn't ache and hurt but now it does I hurt all the time. I can't catch Brandon when he is crazy and runs for the street. This is no way to live and I am not having the quality of life I should be...and my kids are not getting the best mom they could have...nor my husband the best wife.
The truth is I get tons of tips on what to do or how to live my life but the truth is nothing is going to work until I have that fire...a desire to live a heather better life. I have been looking at an old family friends blog about him making a goal to not eat better not to diet or anything...just to work out every day for 3 months to get it to become a habit. Something his body need and wants to do. He write little tidbits about thing he notices about his body along the way like how eating junk food a few hours before working out makes his work outs harder. He is learning his body...and the goal was just to work out.
I guess I need to take baby steps. Not let the Whole thing overwhelm me all at once. I have to listen to my body and learn when I am full what helps and hurts my body...I have been trying to eat smaller portions. I have been trying to add more veggies and fruits and I have cut down on the amount of sweet stuff I am taking in.
I found this website ( after watching the infomercial) sliminsix.com And noticed that it was a super inexpensive program and that its main goal was to loose fat...I purchased it (after 4 months of lulling it over in my mind). It should be here soon. I am actually looking forward to it. I have decided that there are now so many reasons to loose this weight and with all you out there cheering me on it can be done.
I know because I am bigger I need to start with a little higher calorie diet. I have a new app on my ipod called loose it that helps me track all that I put into my head and counts my calories for me...I can even enter things into the program as well if it can't find it. I will have my hubby take a picture of me every week to show Changes...Cuz I need to see it!
I am 35 and if I want to have some sort of chance at loosing it and keeping it off now is that time!
I will post a pic when I get the program...and then it is on!
This is no way to live. I have now passed over the 400 lbs mark..and yes I did just write that for all to see. Until then My body didn't ache and hurt but now it does I hurt all the time. I can't catch Brandon when he is crazy and runs for the street. This is no way to live and I am not having the quality of life I should be...and my kids are not getting the best mom they could have...nor my husband the best wife.
The truth is I get tons of tips on what to do or how to live my life but the truth is nothing is going to work until I have that fire...a desire to live a heather better life. I have been looking at an old family friends blog about him making a goal to not eat better not to diet or anything...just to work out every day for 3 months to get it to become a habit. Something his body need and wants to do. He write little tidbits about thing he notices about his body along the way like how eating junk food a few hours before working out makes his work outs harder. He is learning his body...and the goal was just to work out.
I guess I need to take baby steps. Not let the Whole thing overwhelm me all at once. I have to listen to my body and learn when I am full what helps and hurts my body...I have been trying to eat smaller portions. I have been trying to add more veggies and fruits and I have cut down on the amount of sweet stuff I am taking in.
I found this website ( after watching the infomercial) sliminsix.com And noticed that it was a super inexpensive program and that its main goal was to loose fat...I purchased it (after 4 months of lulling it over in my mind). It should be here soon. I am actually looking forward to it. I have decided that there are now so many reasons to loose this weight and with all you out there cheering me on it can be done.
I know because I am bigger I need to start with a little higher calorie diet. I have a new app on my ipod called loose it that helps me track all that I put into my head and counts my calories for me...I can even enter things into the program as well if it can't find it. I will have my hubby take a picture of me every week to show Changes...Cuz I need to see it!
I am 35 and if I want to have some sort of chance at loosing it and keeping it off now is that time!
I will post a pic when I get the program...and then it is on!
Thursday, February 25, 2010
Breakfast- Pear and Apple Couscous
Serves: 8
2 cups fat free milk
2 cups dry couscous
¼ cup almonds, slivered
1/3 cup fresh pears, peeled and chopped
1/3 cup fresh apples, peeled and chopped
2 Tablespoons honey
2 teaspoons cinnamon
Directions:
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the milk, honey and cinnamon.
As soon as it comes to a boil, stir in the couscous.
Turn off the heat, cover and let stand for 5 minutes.
Stir in the pears, apples, and almonds.
Serve warm.
Nutrition: calories 230, calories from fat 20, 2g fat, cholesterol 0mg, sodium 35mg, carbohydrate 43g, dietary fiber 3g, sugars 8g, protein 8g.
2 cups fat free milk
2 cups dry couscous
¼ cup almonds, slivered
1/3 cup fresh pears, peeled and chopped
1/3 cup fresh apples, peeled and chopped
2 Tablespoons honey
2 teaspoons cinnamon
Directions:
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the milk, honey and cinnamon.
As soon as it comes to a boil, stir in the couscous.
Turn off the heat, cover and let stand for 5 minutes.
Stir in the pears, apples, and almonds.
Serve warm.
Nutrition: calories 230, calories from fat 20, 2g fat, cholesterol 0mg, sodium 35mg, carbohydrate 43g, dietary fiber 3g, sugars 8g, protein 8g.
Poblano Mexi Chicken Stew
Serves: 10
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ cup celery, chopped
½ cup carrots, chopped
1 cup onions, chopped
1 poblano pepper, chopped fine
3 cloves garlic, chopped fine
2 tablespoon flour
5 tomatoes, cut in half and seeds removed and chopped
1 cup frozen corn
1 can low sodium black beans, drained
1 pound boneless skinless chicken, cut into ¼ inch cubes
½ gallon low sodium chicken stock
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
Directions:
In a large stock pot over medium high heat add oil.
Once oil is heated add celery, carrots, onions, poblano pepper, and garlic and sauté for 5 minutes.
Next add the chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper, and flour and sauté an additional 3 minutes.
Add tomatoes, corn, black beans, chicken, and chicken stock and bring to a simmer.
Turn heat to medium low and simmer for an additional 45 minutes remembering to stir occasionally to keep the food from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
Remove from heat and add fresh cilantro and serve.
Serve.
Note: This freezes well for up to three months.
Nutrition: calories 170, calories from fat 30, 3.5g fat, cholesterol 25mg, sodium 610mg, carbohydrate 21g, dietary fiber 4g, protein 18g.
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ cup celery, chopped
½ cup carrots, chopped
1 cup onions, chopped
1 poblano pepper, chopped fine
3 cloves garlic, chopped fine
2 tablespoon flour
5 tomatoes, cut in half and seeds removed and chopped
1 cup frozen corn
1 can low sodium black beans, drained
1 pound boneless skinless chicken, cut into ¼ inch cubes
½ gallon low sodium chicken stock
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
Directions:
In a large stock pot over medium high heat add oil.
Once oil is heated add celery, carrots, onions, poblano pepper, and garlic and sauté for 5 minutes.
Next add the chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper, and flour and sauté an additional 3 minutes.
Add tomatoes, corn, black beans, chicken, and chicken stock and bring to a simmer.
Turn heat to medium low and simmer for an additional 45 minutes remembering to stir occasionally to keep the food from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
Remove from heat and add fresh cilantro and serve.
Serve.
Note: This freezes well for up to three months.
Nutrition: calories 170, calories from fat 30, 3.5g fat, cholesterol 25mg, sodium 610mg, carbohydrate 21g, dietary fiber 4g, protein 18g.
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Just Some Information
I read your post about your trip too the Dr. and the broken toe, I decided to put some info on here about Gastric Bypass and Lap Band. You are right about wanting to try to loose some on your own, if you can loose some on your own it is better and healthier that way.
I don't regret having my surgery now, but for a month or so after I had it I cried a lot because I was dehydrated and light headed and dizzy all the time. I have had diarrhea almost every day since, but that is not a side affect, that is my body being stupid. I will do what ever I can to give you the support that you need to keep you going.
I don't regret having my surgery now, but for a month or so after I had it I cried a lot because I was dehydrated and light headed and dizzy all the time. I have had diarrhea almost every day since, but that is not a side affect, that is my body being stupid. I will do what ever I can to give you the support that you need to keep you going.
Nurse's Guide - Is Lap Band Surgery Right For You? By Helen Hecker
You may have come to the point at which you're not sure which way to turn. You've tried diets and nothing seems to work for one reason or another. At this point some people turn to the Lap-Band system or other adjustable gastric banding as a temporary solution to their weight loss problems. Yes it is surgery and major elective surgery should always be considered carefully. However it's a better alternative to gastric bypass surgery, which is permanent.
The LAP-BAND System has been around since it received approval from the FDA in June of 2001, for use in the US. The choice for anyone to undergo any type of weight loss surgery should not only be a carefully thought out medical decision but a consideration of the total costs, whether or not covered by insurance, as well. Adjustable gastric banding, including the Lap Band, is a form of restrictive bariatric or weight loss surgery designed for patients with obesity problems with a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or greater or between 35 and 40 for those who have conditions that have been known to improve after losing weight.
Bariatric surgeons have certain criteria they use to determine whether one can be considered for lap band surgery. For example, emotionally unstable people can't be considered for lap band surgery. In order to be considered one must completely understand the risks and benefits of the gastric band procedure and have a willingness to follow the substantial lifetime dietary restrictions required for long term success. Generally the failure of dietary or weight-loss drug therapy, if that has been tried, for more than one year can make one eligible for the adjustable gastric band procedure. If someone has a dependency on alcohol, pain killers or prescription or hard drugs, they won't be eligible for adjustable band surgery.
In general, gastric banding, which includes the Lap Band procedure and weight loss system is indicated for people with a Body Mass Index above 40, as mentioned, or those who are 100 pounds (45 kg) or more over their estimated ideal weight according to the Tables from the1983 Metropolitan Life Insurance Tables which are still used today, or for those between 30 to 40 years of age with what are called co-morbidities (high blood pressure, diabetes, sleep apnea, and arthritis) which may improve with weight loss.
The following may explain part of the procedure in this short space. Lap band before and after pictures or photos or a video would give you a better idea and those should be available with a little bit of research and I strongly recommend this. You want to have a full and complete understanding of what takes place in this surgery as it will affect you in many ways for years to come.
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The adjustable gastric band or Lap Band is an inflatable silicone prosthetic device which is placed around the top portion of the stomach using what is called keyhole laparoscopic surgery, which is exactly what it says - an insertion through a keyhole size incision. A side note: If the adjustable gastric band post-surgical patient is considering becoming pregnant, ideally the patient should be in the best nutritional condition prior to conception and deflation of the band may be required prior to the planned conception.
The bariatric or lap band surgeon uses a specialized needle is to avoid damage to the port membrane. The band is inflated and adjusted via a small access port placed just under the skin subcutaneously. A radiopaque isotonic solution or saline solution is introduced into the band by way of the port. As the upper part of the stomach thinks it's full the message the brain is receiving is that the stomach is full and this sensation helps the person eat smaller portions and lose weight over time. Now when fluid is introduced into the stomach the lap band will expand, placing pressure around the outside of the stomach. This will decrease the size of the passage in the stomach and restrict the movement of any food.
There will be a diet to follow initially. Regaining weight can happen with any surgical weight loss procedure including the more radical procedures that initially result in rapid weight loss. Some patients may find that that before their first 'fill' they are still able to eat fairly large portions.
Regarding pregnancy: the lap band may remain deflated during pregnancy and once breast feeding or bottle-feeding is completed the band may be gradually re-inflated to help with postpartum weight loss if needed.
The World Health Organization recommendation for monthly weight loss is about 1.1 to 2.2 pounds each week and an average gastric banded patient may or may not lose this amount. Using the proper and most sensitive adjustment of the gastric band is essential to weight loss and the long term success of the lap band procedure.
Complications like slippage can occur over time, which is an unusual occurrence where the lower part of the stomach may prolapse over the band and cause an obstruction. Adjustable gastric band problems or lap band complications that can occur are: erosion, abdominal pain, loss of strength, infection, fever, hernia, pain, chest pain, incisional infection, incision pain, and even death.
A very common occurrence for lap band patients is the regurgitation of non-acidic swallowed food from the upper pouch, commonly known as productive burping, which is not normal. And erosion can occur where the band may wear a small area on the outside of the stomach which can lead to the migration of the band to the inside of the stomach.
Many patients choose to travel to Mexico and other countries for low cost lap band surgery. In the US, Houston, Texas is a popular place. The amount you pay for your surgery will vary. There isn't a set price for lap band surgery. Financing may be available if insurance doesn't cover it. The adjustable gastric band surgery is fully reversible, has a short hospital stay and there is usually a quick recovery. Reading lap band success stories or testimonials may help you in making a decision. Blogs or forums may be of help. Think it through very carefully if you decide to go ahead.
For information on lap band weight loss surgery and lap band surgery complications go to http://www.Lap-Band-Surgery-Info.com a nurse's website for tips on lap band surgery, adjustable gastric band surgery, medical travel for low cost lap band surgery and cost of lap band surgery
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Helen_Hecker
The LAP-BAND System has been around since it received approval from the FDA in June of 2001, for use in the US. The choice for anyone to undergo any type of weight loss surgery should not only be a carefully thought out medical decision but a consideration of the total costs, whether or not covered by insurance, as well. Adjustable gastric banding, including the Lap Band, is a form of restrictive bariatric or weight loss surgery designed for patients with obesity problems with a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or greater or between 35 and 40 for those who have conditions that have been known to improve after losing weight.
Bariatric surgeons have certain criteria they use to determine whether one can be considered for lap band surgery. For example, emotionally unstable people can't be considered for lap band surgery. In order to be considered one must completely understand the risks and benefits of the gastric band procedure and have a willingness to follow the substantial lifetime dietary restrictions required for long term success. Generally the failure of dietary or weight-loss drug therapy, if that has been tried, for more than one year can make one eligible for the adjustable gastric band procedure. If someone has a dependency on alcohol, pain killers or prescription or hard drugs, they won't be eligible for adjustable band surgery.
In general, gastric banding, which includes the Lap Band procedure and weight loss system is indicated for people with a Body Mass Index above 40, as mentioned, or those who are 100 pounds (45 kg) or more over their estimated ideal weight according to the Tables from the1983 Metropolitan Life Insurance Tables which are still used today, or for those between 30 to 40 years of age with what are called co-morbidities (high blood pressure, diabetes, sleep apnea, and arthritis) which may improve with weight loss.
The following may explain part of the procedure in this short space. Lap band before and after pictures or photos or a video would give you a better idea and those should be available with a little bit of research and I strongly recommend this. You want to have a full and complete understanding of what takes place in this surgery as it will affect you in many ways for years to come.
.
The adjustable gastric band or Lap Band is an inflatable silicone prosthetic device which is placed around the top portion of the stomach using what is called keyhole laparoscopic surgery, which is exactly what it says - an insertion through a keyhole size incision. A side note: If the adjustable gastric band post-surgical patient is considering becoming pregnant, ideally the patient should be in the best nutritional condition prior to conception and deflation of the band may be required prior to the planned conception.
The bariatric or lap band surgeon uses a specialized needle is to avoid damage to the port membrane. The band is inflated and adjusted via a small access port placed just under the skin subcutaneously. A radiopaque isotonic solution or saline solution is introduced into the band by way of the port. As the upper part of the stomach thinks it's full the message the brain is receiving is that the stomach is full and this sensation helps the person eat smaller portions and lose weight over time. Now when fluid is introduced into the stomach the lap band will expand, placing pressure around the outside of the stomach. This will decrease the size of the passage in the stomach and restrict the movement of any food.
There will be a diet to follow initially. Regaining weight can happen with any surgical weight loss procedure including the more radical procedures that initially result in rapid weight loss. Some patients may find that that before their first 'fill' they are still able to eat fairly large portions.
Regarding pregnancy: the lap band may remain deflated during pregnancy and once breast feeding or bottle-feeding is completed the band may be gradually re-inflated to help with postpartum weight loss if needed.
The World Health Organization recommendation for monthly weight loss is about 1.1 to 2.2 pounds each week and an average gastric banded patient may or may not lose this amount. Using the proper and most sensitive adjustment of the gastric band is essential to weight loss and the long term success of the lap band procedure.
Complications like slippage can occur over time, which is an unusual occurrence where the lower part of the stomach may prolapse over the band and cause an obstruction. Adjustable gastric band problems or lap band complications that can occur are: erosion, abdominal pain, loss of strength, infection, fever, hernia, pain, chest pain, incisional infection, incision pain, and even death.
A very common occurrence for lap band patients is the regurgitation of non-acidic swallowed food from the upper pouch, commonly known as productive burping, which is not normal. And erosion can occur where the band may wear a small area on the outside of the stomach which can lead to the migration of the band to the inside of the stomach.
Many patients choose to travel to Mexico and other countries for low cost lap band surgery. In the US, Houston, Texas is a popular place. The amount you pay for your surgery will vary. There isn't a set price for lap band surgery. Financing may be available if insurance doesn't cover it. The adjustable gastric band surgery is fully reversible, has a short hospital stay and there is usually a quick recovery. Reading lap band success stories or testimonials may help you in making a decision. Blogs or forums may be of help. Think it through very carefully if you decide to go ahead.
For information on lap band weight loss surgery and lap band surgery complications go to http://www.Lap-Band-Surgery-Info.com a nurse's website for tips on lap band surgery, adjustable gastric band surgery, medical travel for low cost lap band surgery and cost of lap band surgery
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Helen_Hecker
Is Gastric Bypass Right for You? By Dakota Caudilla
Gastric bypass is a form of weight-loss surgery done on a lot of Americans today. The reason is because more and more Americans are suffering from obesity and excessive weight problems. In some cases, a gastric bypass is the only way to make losing weight possible. For most of us, gastric bypass is merely an option. The American Society for Bariatric Surgery reports that there were more than 63,000 of such surgeries being done in the United States alone in the year 2002.
However, it is important to note that a Gastric Bypass is not the right surgery for everyone. Think carefully because a gastric bypass is a very important surgery. It is not the magical solution to your weight problems and you will need to do extensive research before you commit to it. We have to emphasize that Gastric Bypass has a very high rate of complications although the procedure may sound relatively simple and effortless. Most doctors who perform gastric bypass would advise the patient to undergo a low-calorie diet for at least 6 months before they go for gastric bypass surgery. Undergoing a gastric bypass surgery, you may have to bear with the consequence of a possible life-threatening complication as a result of the gastric bypass surgery. Your doctor would be in the best position to advice you on whether you’re right for gastric bypass. Emotional and physical issues may have to be taken into account because this is essential to your recovery after the gastric bypass surgery.
However, because of the many possible dangers of undergoing a gastric bypass surgery, the Bariatrics Society designed and launched a program called the mini gastric bypass surgery. The mini gastric bypass surgeries are the less extensive versions of the more commonly used gastric bypass surgery. The mini gastric bypass surgery actually reconfigures the stomach so that absorption of food is reduced irregardless of how much food that person consumed. A mini gastric bypass surgery also changes the way food is absorbed. The mini gastric bypass surgery takes a shorter time to perform and the recovery for the patient is quicker too. However, there aren’t that many researches and studies done on mini gastric bypass surgeries as opposed to a major gastric bypass surgeries, therefore, many insurance companies cover the major gastric bypass surgery but not the mini gastric bypass surgery!
Dakota Caudilla, journalist, and website builder Dakota Caudilla lives in Texas. He is the owner and co-editor of [http://www.obesity-solutions.net] on which you will find a longer, more detailed version of this article.
Dakota Caudilla, journalist, and website builder Dakota Caudilla lives in Texas. He is the owner and co-editor of [http://www.obesity-solutions.net] on which you will find a longer, more detailed version of this article.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Dakota_Caudilla
However, it is important to note that a Gastric Bypass is not the right surgery for everyone. Think carefully because a gastric bypass is a very important surgery. It is not the magical solution to your weight problems and you will need to do extensive research before you commit to it. We have to emphasize that Gastric Bypass has a very high rate of complications although the procedure may sound relatively simple and effortless. Most doctors who perform gastric bypass would advise the patient to undergo a low-calorie diet for at least 6 months before they go for gastric bypass surgery. Undergoing a gastric bypass surgery, you may have to bear with the consequence of a possible life-threatening complication as a result of the gastric bypass surgery. Your doctor would be in the best position to advice you on whether you’re right for gastric bypass. Emotional and physical issues may have to be taken into account because this is essential to your recovery after the gastric bypass surgery.
However, because of the many possible dangers of undergoing a gastric bypass surgery, the Bariatrics Society designed and launched a program called the mini gastric bypass surgery. The mini gastric bypass surgeries are the less extensive versions of the more commonly used gastric bypass surgery. The mini gastric bypass surgery actually reconfigures the stomach so that absorption of food is reduced irregardless of how much food that person consumed. A mini gastric bypass surgery also changes the way food is absorbed. The mini gastric bypass surgery takes a shorter time to perform and the recovery for the patient is quicker too. However, there aren’t that many researches and studies done on mini gastric bypass surgeries as opposed to a major gastric bypass surgeries, therefore, many insurance companies cover the major gastric bypass surgery but not the mini gastric bypass surgery!
Dakota Caudilla, journalist, and website builder Dakota Caudilla lives in Texas. He is the owner and co-editor of [http://www.obesity-solutions.net] on which you will find a longer, more detailed version of this article.
Dakota Caudilla, journalist, and website builder Dakota Caudilla lives in Texas. He is the owner and co-editor of [http://www.obesity-solutions.net] on which you will find a longer, more detailed version of this article.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Dakota_Caudilla
Monday, February 22, 2010
MIA Update.....
I have not posted on here in a LONG time, one of the reason's is that I have been stuck at the same weight for over a year. Yes I am complaining about that, I shouldn't I have Never Been able to maintain my weight ever in my life. I have been a little frustrated and discouraged because I am not down more than I am, I have lost 170 LBS and I feel wonderful but I still have quit a bit more too loose.
a year ago I hurt my back, I have three Bulging Disc's and four Herniated Disc's and a narrowing of the spinal column. I know that it sounds really bad, but honestly I have to tell you that I am in pain (a great deal of pain) but it isn't too the point that I can't handle it. I did have some one ask me one day how I was up walking.
I watched my Best Friend Jackie Hutchison, completely deteriorate in four years and die. She had a Bulging disc in her back and had it operated on, they put pins and a rod in her back and she was never the same. Towards the End of her life she was going to a pain clinic and they had her too many pain medications and it resulted in her death.
There are many reason's why I am staled in my weight loss, I am trying to find a work out that is good for me physically that wont kill my back when I work out. You will notice on my blog I have been putting articles on Yoga and Pilates, and high protein diets and the new fad diet HCG which I will stat here that I am not a fan of. I have been told that both will be beneficial for weight loss and strengthening my back.
I am hoping that I can get some new ideas from all of you to help me on my way down the scales again. I have always liked the idea of this blog and think that it has been very beneficial for me. It is easier to loose weight and stay positive when you aren't doing it alone and you have other people who have the same goals and you can exchange ideas and information with.
I get some weight loss magazines in the mail and they have some great recipes in them I will post them on here and share them with you all. Keep in mind though that they are for Gastric Bypass patients, but you can use them as well. They have Nutritional content and everything. I will work on getting them typed up!
Cheers!
A journey of a 1000 miles begins with 1 step!
a year ago I hurt my back, I have three Bulging Disc's and four Herniated Disc's and a narrowing of the spinal column. I know that it sounds really bad, but honestly I have to tell you that I am in pain (a great deal of pain) but it isn't too the point that I can't handle it. I did have some one ask me one day how I was up walking.
I watched my Best Friend Jackie Hutchison, completely deteriorate in four years and die. She had a Bulging disc in her back and had it operated on, they put pins and a rod in her back and she was never the same. Towards the End of her life she was going to a pain clinic and they had her too many pain medications and it resulted in her death.
There are many reason's why I am staled in my weight loss, I am trying to find a work out that is good for me physically that wont kill my back when I work out. You will notice on my blog I have been putting articles on Yoga and Pilates, and high protein diets and the new fad diet HCG which I will stat here that I am not a fan of. I have been told that both will be beneficial for weight loss and strengthening my back.
I am hoping that I can get some new ideas from all of you to help me on my way down the scales again. I have always liked the idea of this blog and think that it has been very beneficial for me. It is easier to loose weight and stay positive when you aren't doing it alone and you have other people who have the same goals and you can exchange ideas and information with.
I get some weight loss magazines in the mail and they have some great recipes in them I will post them on here and share them with you all. Keep in mind though that they are for Gastric Bypass patients, but you can use them as well. They have Nutritional content and everything. I will work on getting them typed up!
Cheers!
A journey of a 1000 miles begins with 1 step!
Thursday, February 18, 2010
So how are all you doing???
How is everyone doing? I am just starting to go back to the gym thanks to some lovely ladies at church that joined the gym near me. It is so much more motivating to go work out when you know a friendly face will be sweating next to yours!
I am having a hard time loosing one more pound to break through to a new set of "10" that I need to loose, but I know I need to be eating better. Self discipline is kicking my butt and I need to kick back stronger.
I am having a hard time loosing one more pound to break through to a new set of "10" that I need to loose, but I know I need to be eating better. Self discipline is kicking my butt and I need to kick back stronger.
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