I'm drowning! ~gurgle~ *splash*

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Registered: 10-16-2005
I'm drowning! ~gurgle~ *splash*
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Wed, 10-19-2005 - 6:48am
Yikes! So much water! I told myself that a gallon of water a day was a good thing, but now, I'm not so sure. I haven't actually achieved drinking that much a day. But I HAVE given it my best efforts. Now I have to pee every time I turn around, it seems like. Well, maybe the pounds are getting drowned out. :)
I began this journey a few short days ago. I decided that this time around trying to lose weight, I am not going to tell my husband what I am up to. Its not that he wouldn't approve or anything, but he has a way of getting me to cave in to temptation. I don't think its intentional, he just doesn't understand how much willpower and hard work it takes for me to stick to a healthy eating plan. He is slightly overweight, but only by about 15 pounds or so, and has never been seriously fat in his life. I've seen pictures of him when he was younger. There were times when he was very scrawny, and I know that isn't healthy either, but he just doesn't understand what its like to be morbidly obese. Anyway, I think I'm ranting. Sorry. I'm so glad to have this board to write to, though. This is my only support structure for now. I am considering joining WW meetings, but I can't do that without my husband finding out. But if I do, at least I can keep track of my weight loss. I'm too heavy for a normal bathroom scale. A situation I hope to remedy soon. Anyway, thanks for listening guys. Hope everyone is doing ok out there in the real world.
Sincerely,
Katherine (375/370?/140)
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Registered: 06-02-2005
Wed, 10-19-2005 - 8:03am

Katherine,

Tammy

Don't let your past determine your future!     

 

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Registered: 02-17-2005
Wed, 10-19-2005 - 9:48am

Dear Katherine,

That's funny, because two days ago I started drinking tons more water also! Boy, the bathroom is becoming and old friend. I am also not saying anything to my boyfriend about my weight loss anymore. I think he doesn't really mind either, but I think he gets tired of me focusing on it so much. I tend to get a little obsessed when I try to lose weight. This time I am really aiming for feeling good. I want to feel healthy. As for the weight watchers meetings, you could tell him you are going to a weekly friends group. Afterall, those ladies do become your friends and support. I guess it would only work if he didn't ask you who and where.
But good luck and take care of yourself. Oh, and keep a bathroom near...I know I do.

Chelsea

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Registered: 08-26-2005
Wed, 10-19-2005 - 9:54am

You cant go by the calculations needed for water if you are over 175 pounds...that is what a nutritionist told me. Those are based on a 150 pound woman and you can adjust it by doing the pound versus ounce thing but it is just a ballpark for a 150 pounds...not 250 pounds...you will end up over hydrating if your not careful and that isnt good for you either, can cause swelling and pluerisy, etc. I am 275 and the nutritionist told me to drink 10-12 (12 on high exercise or especially hot days) cups of fluid a day, it doesnt HAVE TO be water, can be tea, sug-free lemonade, or something. Hope that helps.

Stacy

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Registered: 07-01-2003
Thu, 10-20-2005 - 5:23am

My nutritionist also recommends 12 cups a day (3 liters ~ 96 ounces) I'm 218 now, but she recommended that since I was 240. It works for me. I am hydrated and not overwhelmed by it.

Mary
247/218/165

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Registered: 08-31-2004
Thu, 10-20-2005 - 8:55am

*throws out a life jacket*

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Registered: 10-16-2005
Thu, 10-20-2005 - 9:02am
Thanks! I haven't quite got up to a gallon yet, though. About 12 glasses is all I can stomach right now, no pun intended! Still, its enough to keep me in good standing with the tidy bowl man. I saw your pics on your website. I can't beleive you are able to keep up with so many pets, and kids to boot! Yikes! Cute pictures, though. Have a wonderful day.
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Registered: 08-31-2004
Thu, 10-20-2005 - 9:05am

HAHA

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Registered: 10-21-2005
Fri, 10-21-2005 - 3:05pm

I know what it's like to have a skinny husband. My husband tries very hard to be as supportive as he can be, but he just doesn't understand that while he can eat a triple whopper with all the trimmings and LOSE weight, I can just think about eating that burger and gain weight. I've heard great things about WW. One of my friends joined and she loves it. But she's only about 30 lbs overweight, so...it's not quite the same for me. I think the support would be great. Also...let me know how it goes with the gallon of H20 a day. You're a brave woman. My bladder might explode. Tee Hee.

Take Care,
Dianne