hugs, mustloveerica. Have you been taking measurements so you can see other changes/improvements? That's serious dedication to make it to the gym that often. You're pretty awesome.
I haven't this time. When I was really losing weight I did. I've been running A LOT and doing tons of squats with DH. I can tell my legs and butt look much better. But I'm one of those people that carry all my weight in my stomach/hips. So I can see it all and I can tell my pants are getting too tight. It's the one area I stress out about the most.
hugs, mustloveerica. Have you been taking measurements so you can see other changes/improvements? That's serious dedication to make it to the gym that often. You're pretty awesome.
I haven't this time. When I was really losing weight I did. I've been running A LOT and doing tons of squats with DH. I can tell my legs and butt look much better. But I'm one of those people that carry all my weight in my stomach/hips. So I can see it all and I can tell my pants are getting too tight. It's the one area I stress out about the most.
More a confession than a random, but I always forget my confessions before Friday: I lurk all the threads (on GKU) and throw out love tits.
I do this too, except most times I don't hand out the love tits, and don't comment because...."If you can't say something nice, don't say anything at all"
I have a hard time abiding by that rule sometimes, as most of you know.
More a confession than a random, but I always forget my confessions before Friday: I lurk all the threads (on GKU) and throw out love tits.
I do this too, except most times I don't hand out the love tits, and don't comment because...."If you can't say something nice, don't say anything at all"
I have a hard time abiding by that rule sometimes, as most of you know.
Since when do we enforce that rule? If people deserve to be flamed or ridiculed then have at it. This isn't The Dump ;-)
hugs, mustloveerica. Have you been taking measurements so you can see other changes/improvements? That's serious dedication to make it to the gym that often. You're pretty awesome.
I haven't this time. When I was really losing weight I did. I've been running A LOT and doing tons of squats with DH. I can tell my legs and butt look much better. But I'm one of those people that carry all my weight in my stomach/hips. So I can see it all and I can tell my pants are getting too tight. It's the one area I stress out about the most.
This is me as well. The first time through p90x my butt looked great, MH said my shoulders/arms were hot, but I didn't lose it in my tummy and hips. Those are the areas I WANT to lose.
I admit my weight tends to yo-yo because I'll get serious, then stop, get serious, stop. One of the things that usually discourages me is as I lose weight I start looking sort of...disproportionate? I lose weight in some areas and not others so I feel like I look 'worse' than I actually probably do. I'm sure it's mostly all in my head.
Anyway, making it to the gym that often is awesome! I wish I had that dedication!
Post by kellybenelly83 on Mar 12, 2015 8:36:04 GMT -5
I took tomorrow as a vacation day and I'm so freaking happy about it. I still have 4.5 left. I fully intend to get spring cleaning start (in all likelihood I will sit on the couch and play candy crush)
Married 10/10/10! TTC Baby #1 since April 2014 BFP Oct 16 - EP terminated Nov 6 2014 Off the Bench January 2015! BFP #2 June 1 2015 - EDD Feb 12 2016! Baby Boy born 15th February 2016!
I do this too, except most times I don't hand out the love tits, and don't comment because...."If you can't say something nice, don't say anything at all"
I have a hard time abiding by that rule sometimes, as most of you know.
Since when do we enforce that rule? If people deserve to be flamed or ridiculed then have at it. This isn't The Dump ;-)
Whhhyyyyy have I woken up with a headache every day this week? It usually fades by mid-morning, but it's not a good way to start your morning.
You probably need a better pillow.
This. I used to wake up with headaches everyday. My mom bought me this expensive water-filled pillow from the chiropractor and it changed my life. No more morning headaches or neckaches. So maybe a better pillow would help!
I took tomorrow as a vacation day and I'm so freaking happy about it. I still have 4.5 left. I fully intend to get spring cleaning start (in all likelihood I will sit on the couch and play candy crush)
This. I used to wake up with headaches everyday. My mom bought me this expensive water-filled pillow from the chiropractor and it changed my life. No more morning headaches or neckaches. So maybe a better pillow would help!
water filled pillow? is it like a waterbed?
Is this why I nap so well while floating in the pool (lol nope thats just all the beer)
Married 10/10/10! TTC Baby #1 since April 2014 BFP Oct 16 - EP terminated Nov 6 2014 Off the Bench January 2015! BFP #2 June 1 2015 - EDD Feb 12 2016! Baby Boy born 15th February 2016!
kellybenelly83, I have been known to do laundry all weekend, then wait until Thursday to fold it because "I have to watch Grey's because I have all this laundry to fold."
This. I used to wake up with headaches everyday. My mom bought me this expensive water-filled pillow from the chiropractor and it changed my life. No more morning headaches or neckaches. So maybe a better pillow would help!
water filled pillow? is it like a waterbed?
Is this why I nap so well while floating in the pool (lol nope thats just all the beer)
I'm pretty sure that's the one I have. It has like a down/normally pillow top, but you can fill the bottom layer with water. I guess it sort of contours to your head and neck for the best support. All I know is since I've had one I can't live without it. I used to wake up with horrible stiff neckache or headaches. Now I have to bring one of these whenever I travel. LOL You adjust how much water based on how poofy or not poofy you want the pillow.
Post by SheilaTheTank on Mar 12, 2015 9:09:50 GMT -5
Just found out my drama filled coworker is pregnant. I'm happy for her because she really wanted a sibling for her adorable daughter. I just don't want to deal with all the drama this will inevitably bring, especially with our busy season looming on the horizon.
hugs, mustloveerica. Have you been taking measurements so you can see other changes/improvements? That's serious dedication to make it to the gym that often. You're pretty awesome.
I haven't this time. When I was really losing weight I did. I've been running A LOT and doing tons of squats with DH. I can tell my legs and butt look much better. But I'm one of those people that carry all my weight in my stomach/hips. So I can see it all and I can tell my pants are getting too tight. It's the one area I stress out about the most.
This is my body too... I love running and it makes me happy, but it does not help me get slim around the middle. Strength work does that better for me... and diet... but seriously if my body has any fat at all it will use it to make a pooch.
I'm really getting upset with myself that I can't lose weight. I'm busting my ass at the gym 4 or 5 days a week plus doing this squat lunge challenge with DH every night. I try to watch what I eat but inevitably every week some event happens and I blow the entire week of work that I did. I spent 4 years losing 80 lbs and in the last 6 months I've gained 12 back. I know 12 isn't that much in the grand scheme of things but it gets to me. It's having a serious impact on my overall happiness. It's so frustrating and I think I look disgusting.
Sorry. I just needed a vent.
I am sure you dont look disgusting, we are always our own worst critics. Just keep at it, emotional eating is the worst thing for me too.
My DH and I have been exercising since October, I had to take a break after the loss, but he kept at it. I have lost a total of 4 pounds, he has lost over 30. He weighs 17 pounds more than me (and he's 9 inches taller - he's very lean) I mean he's healthy so I cant complain, and hes getting abs so I REALLY cant complain, but damnit I want results too!
My husband is within ten pounds of me now. We work out together too, and he eats way worse than I do... and the weight drops off of him. He isn't much taller than I am, but still... UGH
I'm really getting upset with myself that I can't lose weight. I'm busting my ass at the gym 4 or 5 days a week plus doing this squat lunge challenge with DH every night. I try to watch what I eat but inevitably every week some event happens and I blow the entire week of work that I did. I spent 4 years losing 80 lbs and in the last 6 months I've gained 12 back. I know 12 isn't that much in the grand scheme of things but it gets to me. It's having a serious impact on my overall happiness. It's so frustrating and I think I look disgusting.
Sorry. I just needed a vent.
I hear ya sister. I haven't been working out but I quit my diet around Christmas and I gained back 12 of the 30lbs I lost. I went back to weight watchers again. I am ready to drop this and keep it off. Keep your chin up. You can do it.
Do you have a friend that can diet with you? I have found that I need accountability in order to keep with it, which is a major reason I do weight watchers. I have people to answer to.
I am sure you dont look disgusting, we are always our own worst critics. Just keep at it, emotional eating is the worst thing for me too.
My DH and I have been exercising since October, I had to take a break after the loss, but he kept at it. I have lost a total of 4 pounds, he has lost over 30. He weighs 17 pounds more than me (and he's 9 inches taller - he's very lean) I mean he's healthy so I cant complain, and hes getting abs so I REALLY cant complain, but damnit I want results too!
My husband is within ten pounds of me now. We work out together too, and he eats way worse than I do... and the weight drops off of him. He isn't much taller than I am, but still... UGH
This is every guy I know. It's unbelievably frustrating. There used to be a commercial that highlighted how men could cut soda from their diet and lose 15 pounds. That shit is so true.
I'm really getting upset with myself that I can't lose weight. I'm busting my ass at the gym 4 or 5 days a week plus doing this squat lunge challenge with DH every night. I try to watch what I eat but inevitably every week some event happens and I blow the entire week of work that I did. I spent 4 years losing 80 lbs and in the last 6 months I've gained 12 back. I know 12 isn't that much in the grand scheme of things but it gets to me. It's having a serious impact on my overall happiness. It's so frustrating and I think I look disgusting.
Sorry. I just needed a vent.
I hear ya sister. I haven't been working out but I quit my diet around Christmas and I gained back 12 of the 30lbs I lost. I went back to weight watchers again. I am ready to drop this and keep it off. Keep your chin up. You can do it.
Do you have a friend that can diet with you? I have found that I need accountability in order to keep with it, which is a major reason I do weight watchers. I have people to answer to.
I don't. Last time around DH dieted with me so it was easier. He's gained a bit of weight back too but he doesn't care. I also work with 95% men that love going out for bar food at lunch and make fun of me for eating a salad and I travel a lot for work. And it seems like every weekend is some family members birthday, or a wedding, or some sort of event focused around eating. All of those factors make controlling my eating extremely difficult. I don't have any problem motivating myself to exercise but I have zero self control when it comes to food. I agree having a buddy would make it easier.
I'm really getting upset with myself that I can't lose weight. I'm busting my ass at the gym 4 or 5 days a week plus doing this squat lunge challenge with DH every night. I try to watch what I eat but inevitably every week some event happens and I blow the entire week of work that I did. I spent 4 years losing 80 lbs and in the last 6 months I've gained 12 back. I know 12 isn't that much in the grand scheme of things but it gets to me. It's having a serious impact on my overall happiness. It's so frustrating and I think I look disgusting.
Sorry. I just needed a vent.
I completely quit my exercise routine during the winter so I admire your going to the gym 4 to 5 days a week. I was trying to get back on the wagon this week and then realized I will be out of town the entire time so eating healthy is so not going to happen. It sucks that stomach weight is the hardest to get rid of and keep off, but don't let that get you down. You have accomplished a lot so don't let one small setback get you down.
Me: 30 DH: 29; Married: September, 2010 TTC #1: April 2013 Benched: May 2013 Cancer(DH) Off the Bench: September 2014 July 2015 ER low sperm count and motility(radiation side effect). FET September 1,2015. BFP 9/9/15.- 3 on the way.
I hear ya sister. I haven't been working out but I quit my diet around Christmas and I gained back 12 of the 30lbs I lost. I went back to weight watchers again. I am ready to drop this and keep it off. Keep your chin up. You can do it.
Do you have a friend that can diet with you? I have found that I need accountability in order to keep with it, which is a major reason I do weight watchers. I have people to answer to.
I don't. Last time around DH dieted with me so it was easier. He's gained a bit of weight back too but he doesn't care. I also work with 95% men that love going out for bar food at lunch and make fun of me for eating a salad and I travel a lot for work. And it seems like every weekend is some family members birthday, or a wedding, or some sort of event focused around eating. All of those factors make controlling my eating extremely difficult. I don't have any problem motivating myself to exercise but I have zero self control when it comes to food. I agree having a buddy would make it easier.
Do you use an app to track your food? I use fitnesspal and have connected with a lot of my Facebook friends. I have my settings set to publish what I ate when I complete my log for the day so my meal is out in the open. I try to eat healthier knowing that I "can't hide it".
I don't. Last time around DH dieted with me so it was easier. He's gained a bit of weight back too but he doesn't care. I also work with 95% men that love going out for bar food at lunch and make fun of me for eating a salad and I travel a lot for work. And it seems like every weekend is some family members birthday, or a wedding, or some sort of event focused around eating. All of those factors make controlling my eating extremely difficult. I don't have any problem motivating myself to exercise but I have zero self control when it comes to food. I agree having a buddy would make it easier.
Do you use an app to track your food? I use fitnesspal and have connected with a lot of my Facebook friends. I have my settings set to publish what I ate when I complete my log for the day so my meal is out in the open. I try to eat healthier knowing that I "can't hide it".
Yep. And I use it pretty religiously. I also have a fitbit and I try so hard to get my 10k steps (easier said than done with a desk job). So I do an amazing job Monday they Friday and then the weekend everything goes out the window. I just need to get it together and stop blowing it on the weekend.
Do you use an app to track your food? I use fitnesspal and have connected with a lot of my Facebook friends. I have my settings set to publish what I ate when I complete my log for the day so my meal is out in the open. I try to eat healthier knowing that I "can't hide it".
Yep. And I use it pretty religiously. I also have a fitbit and I try so hard to get my 10k steps (easier said than done with a desk job). So I do an amazing job Monday they Friday and then the weekend everything goes out the window. I just need to get it together and stop blowing it on the weekend.
Married 10/10/10! TTC Baby #1 since April 2014 BFP Oct 16 - EP terminated Nov 6 2014 Off the Bench January 2015! BFP #2 June 1 2015 - EDD Feb 12 2016! Baby Boy born 15th February 2016!
Post by nerdykitten on Mar 12, 2015 9:59:40 GMT -5
I really need to recharge my fitbit and start wearing it again. I always say I am going to use fitnesspal, but I never seem to be able to do it for more than a week or two.
Me: 30 DH: 29; Married: September, 2010 TTC #1: April 2013 Benched: May 2013 Cancer(DH) Off the Bench: September 2014 July 2015 ER low sperm count and motility(radiation side effect). FET September 1,2015. BFP 9/9/15.- 3 on the way.
I'm trying to cut back on sweets and I just ate two chocolate caramel things after breakfast. I need an intervention.
Sign me up for this intervention! I keep telling myself I can stay away from crappy food.. but then I remember there is ice cream in the freezer, or chips in the cupboard... or a McDonalds on the way home...
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