Grumble...Grumble... Dieting? Have Fun Venting!

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DreamDeaf

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You know - Im hoping to get something going here - maybe a daily posting session on where we admit that we're on diets and have to follow a specific food/exercise plan...and the reason why we're doing this and that...

I'll start off here... I'm on Weight Watchers - I have severe arthritis in my right knee (a 70-year-old woman's knee in a middle 40's body) and I have been told quite firmly by both primary provider and orthopedic surgeon to LOSE weight and maybe, just maybe I can put off getting a total knee replacement for at least 10-20 years.

I'm also supposed to do physical therapy exercises every day, twice a day...and also include exercises - I belong to Curves and hope to be able to go back next week... my 1st pet vent - I HATE EXERCISE.

My 2nd pet vent - I LOVE FOOD. I see food, I eat it. Right now, there are donuts in the kitchen where I work...from KRISPY KREME, of all places!!! I have already had two chocolate covered donuts...*sigh*... and I have to write it down in the daily food journal.

My daily affirmation is take each day at a time, 24 hours at a time...but it's hard when I know I must plan out my food consumption every day - stay within the allocated points every day... *sob*

If, if, I dont, I will probably have two total knee replacements within the span of my life of what I have for me - because each will last about 15-20 years. I'm only in my mid-40's for frigging sakes!

So my daily post is what starts this off...

I can tell you one thing - I did LOSE EIGHT POUNDS last week!!!! Today is my weigh-in day...and I know I may have gained at least one pound...because my pants are freakin' tight. *sigh*

Vent!
 
I do have a wonderful partner and wonderful friends that have been helping me through this, and I'm hoping we can become a support system here for all of us going through this ... I'll be the first pole in the foundation!
 
Allright, now we're talkin'.

I have been trying to slim down a little before the summer arrives, but haven't succeeded too much. My main problem is exercise and getting enough of it...also drinking of water. I am one of those people who can't stand water because there's no taste to it...it's not even freakin' carbonated. Who the hell can enjoy water, if you had to drink it every single stinking day, and eight to ten glasses of it?!

Anyway...I was a lot heavier than I am now - and Weight Watchers was successful enough for me. I lost about forty pounds on it - and have since gained about fifteen of them back...so...hopefully I'll be able to lose it again over the summer. I do plan to do a lot of bike riding and hope that will help me lots.

That does mean I will have to behave myself at barbecues, doesn't it? Damn it.

WHY does the GOOD food have to be fattening?
 
2 things I'd recommend....water, water and more water....and excercise.

Excercise can be tough, especially trying to get into a routine. The best thing I've done is picked up a gym membership...the thing is you have to go. I know go to the gym 3 to 5 times a week. That schedule can be tough for a lot of people...Fortunately for me, the police schedule is perfect for going to the gym.

I haven't lost a lot of weight, however, my weight is now more muscle than it is fat....I'm dropping the fat but not the weight.

Some other positives from working out. I feel better now...more energy and overall just more happy. I'm sleeping better, I'm less cranky. To be honest, I was kind of shocked at how much better I feel. I expected to feel a little better physically from working out, but everything has improved for me.
 
DreamDeaf said:
I do have a wonderful partner and wonderful friends that have been helping me through this, and I'm hoping we can become a support system here for all of us going through this ... I'll be the first pole in the foundation!
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yea i am here help with u and i am glad that we has good talk abt it.. cuz of we are same plms for lost weight.. so i know that been hard on us and it will work on it.. :hug:
 
Taylor said:
2 things I'd recommend....water, water and more water....and excercise.
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I dont mind water, I LOVE WATER... I drink a LOT of it everyday...I make myself float sometimes...

The problem is EXERCISE. UGH!

Im a "Southern" woman - we dont sweat, we have dewy complexitions!

I don't like sweating, period!!!! Nothing like a nice settee with a comfy pillow, a comfy robe, a warm afghan, chocolate kisses and a good book...or maybe a good television show...heh heh.

I know, I know...I gotta exercise. Someone kick my ass out of my settee, will ya?
 
DreamDeaf said:
I dont mind water, I LOVE WATER... I drink a LOT of it everyday...I make myself float sometimes...

The problem is EXERCISE. UGH!

Im a "Southern" woman - we dont sweat, we have dewy complexitions!

I don't like sweating, period!!!! Nothing like a nice settee with a comfy pillow, a comfy robe, a warm afghan, chocolate kisses and a good book...or maybe a good television show...heh heh.

I know, I know...I gotta exercise. Someone kick my ass out of my settee, will ya?
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:whistle: wanna chocolate????:devil: JK JK
 
Losing weight... I've given up on the idea. I've been on Weight Watcher's for the better part of two years now, and I've probably gained and lost the same 10 or so ibs over that time. Therefore, I've taken to just eating a variety of foods in small portion sizes. This is what works best for me since I'm eating disordered. If I get too cost up in the numbers game, I'll be in trouble.

:::sigh::: Why does losing weight have to be such a big deal for us, anyway?
 
I found it bit funny because I want to gain some weights, not losing some weights. But of course, only muscles... not fats. As I shared in other (old) topic that I changed my diet to high meats/high fats and I finally reached my ideal weight (185 lbs) in only four months which that I have been struggling to gain for several years with different diets...

I have my own philosophy about weightlifting, H.I.T. (High Intensity Training), which I already started last weekend and will work on my body to build up the muslces that I lost to vegetarian diet until my bodyweight will be 215 - 220 lbs... more or less, it is entirely up to my body. I already have few pictures of myself... one -- 138 lbs weakling and skinny when I was on vegetarian diet. Other one -- approx 180 lbs in few months on high meats/high fats diet. Once I reach the goal (215 - 220 lbs) and I will take the picture(s) then I will post the pictures in my blog for anyone to see the differences between these 'phases'. I think it will be interesting 'experiment'...


DreamDeaf, move to Alaska and enjoy the coldness! ;) and congratulation about losing some weights! Everyone else, congratulations too! And do whatever you think it is best for yourself and keep it up.

Cheers!
 
Oceanbreeze said:
Losing weight... I've given up on the idea. I've been on Weight Watcher's for the better part of two years now, and I've probably gained and lost the same 10 or so ibs over that time. Therefore, I've taken to just eating a variety of foods in small portion sizes. This is what works best for me since I'm eating disordered. If I get too cost up in the numbers game, I'll be in trouble.

:::sigh::: Why does losing weight have to be such a big deal for us, anyway?
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There are so many reasons - my main reason is to become healthier - but Ive heard so many other reasons...look good for boy/girlfriend, hubby/wifey, stopped smoking, better fit, etc., etc.

I wish it was just 10 lbs with me...bbllpptthh.

Could you please explain what you mean by eating disordered? Im curious!
 
I've been dieting since February 21st and I have lost 21 pounds. I weighed 184 pounds according to the scale at work and am down to 163. I feel great! I put on a pair of pants that I haven't been able to fit into for over a year, and THEY FIT!! I'm wearing them right now, and you don't know how good that makes me feel!

My plan?? NO FAST FOOD! I have not had Burger King, Wendy's, McDonald's, Taco Bell, LaRosa's, or any other greasy burger or pizza joint in over two months. I tried to stop drinking pop, but found myself craving it intensely, so I finally switched to Diet pop. I don't have pop everyday either, maybe once every other day or even longer than that. Also, my diet consists of this:

Eggs, Oatmeal with cinnamon, sugar and skim milk, and a glass of juice for breakfast.

Turkey sandwich with mustard on whole grain, 12 grain, or 100% whole wheat bread; strawberries, cantaloupe, or grapes; carrots, cucumbers, or peppers; and juice or diet caffeine free pop for lunch.

Grilled chicken breast, Zatarain's Rice Pilaf, and either corn, green beans, or vegetable medley (carrots, cauliflower and broccoli), for dinner.

And that's that!!
 
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WTG, snoflkz!!! It must have been difficult to have to give up all those fatty goodies, and then the soda pop thing! That's WILLPOWER for you!

Oh boy, now you got me dancing!
 
I'm back in California just in time to ruffle up the old deaf guard feathers of the California peacock!

Richard
 
DreamDeaf said:
There are so many reasons - my main reason is to become healthier - but Ive heard so many other reasons...look good for boy/girlfriend, hubby/wifey, stopped smoking, better fit, etc., etc.

I wish it was just 10 lbs with me...bbllpptthh.

Could you please explain what you mean by eating disordered? Im curious!
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It's not just ten pounds for me, either. I said I gained and lost the same 10 ibs over and over again, but trust me..It's a lot more than just that. As for my being eating disordered, I prefer not to dwell on that. I'm in recovery and prefer to focus on that instead.
 
Oceanbreeze said:
As for my being eating disordered, I prefer not to dwell on that. I'm in recovery and prefer to focus on that instead.
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Ah! I get it now...glad you're in recovery and doing well now.
 
I'm kinda on my own lil diet that I made up. I am eating less and healthier. I am running everyday on a treadmill. I've started drinking 6 bottles of water daily. Since Feb. the 15th I have lost 46 pounds. I now weigh 170 lbs. i'm hoping to get down to 150 lbs which is what I weighed in high school. Most of the weight I did gain that I'm losing now is when I got pregnant with my son. Hes almost three months old now, so I'm pretty happy with my progress.
And at 5'10 I'm not really all that heavy.
 
WTG... keep it up girl!!

I know how you feel about weighting on your knees.. just like what i have now since i had herina surgery last nov.. quitting smoking same time and went through holidays.. I gained pretty much .. (EEEK) since I cant lift or do things for 3-6 months to heal the herina.. thats impossible.. my herina healing process failed.. I have to go back to hospital as soon the kids finish their school in summer... since couple months, my knee get wrose.. with pain and hard to walking.. after we moved into this new place.. and pretty much settled.. I started to drink alot of water and water.. and walking around.. stay away the snacks and sweets.. (grr).. I was planning to go for walk that I just got "jogging scroller" from my brother.. but i cant.. i have to get over with colds and chest colds too.. blah.. as soon i get better and start go out walking.. I do easy losing weights for simple excerise like walk or biking.. *poof* lost weights .. lol i know its hard to stay away from sweets or snacks.. I LOVE FOOD.. :nana: also.. hope the knee will be better otherwise i dont want end up having knee replacement like my mom had couple years ago.. its no fun!

GOOD luck.. just keep faith and positive :)
 
I hate dieting, period... I've had problems with self image since I was 11 years old. Even if I looked "normal"... the poor self image just comes from this childhood programming I had. If you are not a size zero, you're fat in a bad way. Phfffft. What happened to the olden days of being a curvy size that was attractive? They called this voluputuous.. buxom. You know what they say.. all good things come in all packages ;)

I think... it's a waste of time dieting if we haven't settled our own inner issues about our self image first... and that it is important to find diets that suit our biochemistry. Some diets would not suit me.. such as Weight Watchers, because it's not all about the calories for me- nor would the Atkins suit me... because it's not about carb for me... I found that South Beach Diet worked for me very well that I lost 40 lbs in 3 months without needing to exercise too much (they just recently changed the official food pyramid, modeled after SBD's version - http://mypyramid.gov/). Even you can lose weight without exerising on SBD. I saw a lot of SBD folks who had physical problems still could lose weight in the SBD forums. Being in SBD for me was like being in AA... withdrawing from sugars and bad fats in the first two weeks of "rehab", and then slowly getting back into my normal eating habits that would be very different from my old eating habits.. I just followed my body's needs, and I still lost a lot of weight. I'm really proud of myself for taking responsbility for myself... but I need to vent about some assholes who say, "Oh my god! She's so fat!" *fuming* Especially so called friends. But you know what the irony is? This so called friend gained weight while I lost it. I hate it when people talk behind your back.. especially when it's FRIENDS. Some people don't get it when I say my husband has NEVER complained about my weight, or talked about it in a negative way. That's love.

I would never think or say, "Oh man! She's giant as a plane!" That kind of crap belongs on the playground. I wouldn't even tell a friend she/he needed to be on WW or stuff like that.. I don't even think about it, because it is a very personal choice for everyone. All that bad self image.. *sigh* That's what we need to take responsibility for, too. I am still learning about it.. ahhh! I just feel for MYSELF that I would feel much healthier with less weight. I want to be stronger and faster and do more physical stuff such as climbing mountains, run, and all those stuff.
 
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