I'm a Newbie

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Registered: 08-11-2006
I'm a Newbie
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Fri, 08-11-2006 - 1:03am

Hi Everyone!

Well, I used to belong to this site many moons ago, but stumbled across it tonight. I am 38 years old. I've hit a slump as far as dieting goes. I'm 5'4" and 166 lbs. I'm shaped like a darn pear!

I was hoping to converse with other women who are in my shoes.....married, young child, teenager, work full time. I guess I would love some encouragement to try to diet. I just don't feel motivated right now and I think I should be.

Hope to hear from you all soon!

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Registered: 04-11-2003
In reply to: dar2006
Fri, 08-11-2006 - 1:51am

Hello and welcome! Well, I'm not married and I don't have kids, so I can't help you there, LOL, but I really relate to being in a dieting slump! This board has helped me a lot, there's a lot of good advice here and great support. I think the biggest thing that's helped me with weight loss is to think of it as

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Registered: 03-26-2003
In reply to: dar2006
Fri, 08-11-2006 - 2:20am

Welcome!

 

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Registered: 03-19-2003
In reply to: dar2006
Fri, 08-11-2006 - 10:09am

Hi there, and welcome (back)! -what was your previous username, or was it this one?


Carrie & Darcy have already started the welcome wagon here, thanks ladies! They're right, this place is full of support and encouragement- the ladies here are great!


Starting off can be tough- where to start? Here's a couple of things to keep in mind:


EXERCISE is vital to any weight loss plan. Exercise will help you reach your goals quicker, and enable you to begin living a healthier lifestyle. Your energy level will improve drastically and you'll feel better!


WATER is another key element. It helps you feel full, and it also causes the fat to break down easier in your body (and leave!). Thirst often disguises itself as hunger, so when you feel hungry, try drinking a glass of water first. Wait 10-15 mins and if you are still hungry, THEN have something to eat. The standard daily recommendation is 64 oz, OR one-half your body weight in ounces.

JOURNALLING can be a major help in determining what changes need to be made in your food plan, as well as in your mindset. By journalling your food, your moods, and your reactions to different situations, you can easily see patterns that need to be broken, and begin the steps to do so. A good journal on line can be found at http://www.fitday.com

MODERATION is a huge component. And becoming our board motto! There

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Registered: 04-09-2003
In reply to: dar2006
Fri, 08-11-2006 - 10:13am

Hi, nice to meet you! You came to the right place. So many helpful members here your sure to find some inspiration to get moving and eating healthy.


I have 4 kids which are 3, 13, 14 and 18. The oldest just moved out! I work full time and I'm married it's just a struggle to fit time into exercises! Not to mention be able to feed a family of 6 in a healthy and affordable way.


Welcome aboard and I look forward to getting to know you.


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Registered: 12-04-2003
In reply to: dar2006
Fri, 08-11-2006 - 10:15am

Hey Dar!

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Registered: 10-26-2004
In reply to: dar2006
Fri, 08-11-2006 - 12:59pm

Hi and welcome, back.


I'm 33, recenlty married, work full time, but no kids. DH has two kids, but they're basically grown - DS 21 (still living at home though) and DD 20, college student and working full time with a place of her own. I have been in a bit of a slump this summer though. Part of my difficulty was in struggling with the adjustment from being on my own to being married, having a new schedule, a new way of doing things and a new way of eating.


DH loves to cook, which is great, I know, but he's a Sicilian, pasta & sausage & bread loving man. He golfs, when the boys call, but he's not into exercise other than that. I did talk him into teaching me to play tennis, since he used to play in college. So my point is, I am sort of on my own with the healthy eating and exercising. He's supportive of my choices, but he still likes what he likes.


The other ladies have made all of the good points so I'll just add my agreement with the fact that one has to look at the whole nutritious eating/exercising/healthy living thing as

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Registered: 08-11-2006
In reply to: dar2006
Sat, 08-12-2006 - 9:59am

Hello!

I tell you what. It was so wonderful to get up this morning and check my e-mail and find all kinds of responses. I totally understand about your man situation. My husband is the same way....pasta, bread, etc. Exercise is not in his forte. So, I'm on my own too.

I guess I hit a slump. I find its like a circle. I get into the feeling of doing great; being gung ho about healthy eating and exercise, and then it slowly transforms into holidays and goodies, etc. Argh!!!

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Registered: 08-11-2006
In reply to: dar2006
Sat, 08-12-2006 - 10:25am

Hi There!

Thanks so much for your response! Everyone sound so kind. Oh, Dar stands for Darla. I'm thinking about going to the gym maybe today. If I go I will try to take my carcus and get on the treadmill. Congrats on your weightloss. Its pretty neat when you start to see loss. Keep up the good work!!!

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Registered: 10-04-2005
In reply to: dar2006
Sat, 08-12-2006 - 2:18pm
I agree that you must look at this as a lifestyle change and not fixing something. Those are the people who lose weight and look great, and then, a few years later, pile on the pounds again.
My dh hired a nutrionist at our Lifetime gym and is in an exercise class 3 times a week. He has gone all out on this and invest lots of time, effort and money. The payoff is more than money could buy: slimmer, healthier, more energetic, and looks so much better. Once you start, I think you'll find it very motivating! Good luck.