Week 29 non weigh in
I am leaving it longer between weigh ins as I have embarked on a gym course which weighs and measures once a month. that day is the 3rd of August so I will report then.
Keith
I agree it is getting harder and hence my reasons for changing tack BUT I wont give up either. More...

Just popping in to see how you are all doing. Congratulations everyone you are all doing so well. I lost 16lbs and then promptly put on 4 of it again, it only takes a look and that little weight man is hanging himself on me - tish!! But overall I am lighter so can't complain. Off on my hols and indulge is the word that springs to mind...

Do they make 'indulges' in water flavour??

André
great effort on the weight loss but I hope you are fit and well. enjoy your holiday.

Hi All. Weigh in this week is not so great. I gained almost 2 pounds. I just don't understand. I've been golfing, walking, swimming, drinking a ton of water, etc. I guess I will just have to go over my diet and figure it out. Maybe it's all the stress. Only 22 more days and things will More...

Rosemary - I am looking forward to hearing about your new action plan and seeing the results!

Keith - You really need to hang in there, man :) I think of you often and wish that there was a way to put a bug in your ear to give you more encouragement. Stay strong.

Weigh in report for week 30: I did better this week and went down 4 pounds again. I still have 6 to go to get back to where I was before I went on the Columbia River cruise, but we're going to stay home for a while, so maybe I'll get there.

Angie, thanks for the kind words. It helps a lot.

Keith-you are most welcome! Really though, hang in there. This latest weight loss of yours should open everyone's eyes. Vacations, while awesome for the mind and spirit, can wreck havoc with our weight. I sure do wish that there was a way to go on vacation and still have healthy options More...

Keith
you are doing a great job and staying so positive is fantastic. it is so easy to say 'its all too hard'.
but I know I feel so much healthier than I did 6 months ago and if it takes another 6 months, 12 months so be it ......
Angie
hang in there, I just know that good things will be around the corner for you.
cheers
water of course

Haven't ventured to these pages for awhile...and there is a reason...While I'm still walking and getting to the gym on occassion...I have just let the rest of it go. My meals have reverted to 'whatever', I have indulged in all kinds of goodies from cake and ice cream to alcohol when I wanted..and More...

Hi Mama
life is not all about losing weight and depriving oneself.... but to enjoy also.
take time out occasionally to smell the roses and have some fun. then come back to reality and stay healthy.
Ok have continued to plough on even More...

Weigh in report for week 31: I gained 1 pound this week. Could have been worse ... I was pretty good about the exercise, but not so good about the eating and the beer.

rosemary, I'll take one of those hugs. Interesting how we both got off track but for different reasons. You got out of the More...

And Angie, great advice about the buffet. Now, I can't wait for my next buffet ... no, maybe that's not the right message to take away from that.

Rose and Keith, Thanks much for the helpful words....I will be back, just not yet. Rosemary, I find it easier to take the weight off when its cool,dreary, etc....the nicer weather makes me want to play, chat and nibble rather than eat balanced meals that fill without the calories found in nibbles, More...

WhileI might like to shop in Euope, I know I'll like to shop in Europe!!! My money may be better suited for Euope on second thought!

Hi All. Stayed exactly the same in weight, but my shorts were a bit looser and got several compliments about how much weight I've lost. Cool. As per the buffet conversation, I found a pretty neat site that covers everything about eating out. I think it was geared towards how to keep your kids More...

just get rid of the space near the end between handout1 and .htm

Weigh in report for week 32, I lost two pounds this week. The first half I was very bad, and the last half I was very good. Hope I've started a new trend.

Angie, thanks for the site address. I will be checking it out.

Well Keith, you figured out something very important. Just because you have a bad day or two (or even 3), doesn't mean that the rest of the week is in the garbage. One or two days of easing up is one way to get your metabolism to stay high, even on the days when you eat less. Keep up the great More...

Keith
well done. the pleasing thing is that when it has got tough we havent given up (like I used to).
trying to push on with extra exercise but then I get more hungry ... vicious circle!
cheers
water of course

Weigh in report for week 33, I've had relatives visiting, completely let myself go, didn't restrict my eating, drank all the beer I wanted, and gained 4 pounds. Apparently, Angie, I'm working on the ''get the metabolism high'' thing long term. I still believe that I will get this thing done, but More...

Keith
hang in there. it is a hard row but the benefits at the end will be worth it I am sure.
My next weigh in is next week at the gym and even though I missed most of last week with family needs I hope that there is some improvement.
cheers
water of course

Weigh in report for week 34, I lost one pound. I think I'm being a little bit better about controlling what goes into my mouth, but wasn't very consistent this week about the exercise thing.

rosemary, I am "hanging in there" even though this is a bumpy plateau I'm on. I'm not giving up.

the plateau seems like a roller coaster from my end Keith. even though I cannot ride the roller coasters I am not letting this one get the better of me.

Hey folks...I'm so proud of you still fighting the hard battle of losing AND keepingthe weight off!I am walking everyday, and am back in the gym in spite of some minor health issues...and I still weigh 5 lbs less than I did in January. I plan on making a true second effort after the Labor Day More...

Hi all. Sorry I haven't been around a whole lot. I checked in and stuff, but it's been a bleak couple weeks over here. Usually when something big comes up and I get super busy, I end up eating everything except the tablecloth and utensils. This time, I didn't have an appetite and thus lost More...

I have joined Curves, and have been going a month now, first weigh and measure today.
lost 7cm (2.75in) and .5kg.
on my way to a slimmer, fitter me !!

woo hoo Rolanda
well done. I am going to curves also and am due for a weigh in next week. just such a good feeling of well being after the exercise program.
things been a bit hectic round here so not sure that I am getting the most out of it at the moment.

Hey All, I started a fitness regime at the start of the year and lost 7k before the onset of winter. Despite sometimes indulging in lovely things over the winter I have managed to retain the weightloss(sort of...close enough!). I will use the start of spring to relaunch the fitness regime to shed the last few k. I WILL!

Weigh to go Mary
great effort .... similar to moi just trying not to put it back on over winter and sunshine and blue skies should help to get it moving again.

Yeah Rosemary, I decided that it was good practice in 'maintenance' which of course is a very necessary part of a fit, healthy lifestyle

agree Rosemary, such a good feeling of well being after the exercise program.
Once your family health problems have settled down you will get back into a routine!!

Mary, I remember you saying you were on a lose weight / gain fitness routine ages ago. you have done well to date..
keep it up, and Spring has definitely arrived today .. gorgeous day !

Yes Rolanda...it's fabulous....going for a long walk this evening

Have visited this page many times and silently wished you all well. Congratulations and keep up the good efforts.
Before I stopped working at the end of 05, my weight had seesawed over a five kilo range, peaking at around 75kg (according to the industrial pallet scales at work!). Way too heavy More...

Weigh in report for week 35: I lost 2 pounds. Maybe I've gotten myself going in the right direction again. I'm still not back to the consistent exercise routine and strict diet that I was able to do Jan. through March, but getting closer.

Rolanda,Rosemary, Mamacita, Mary, and Gail, it was More...

havent got to the gym for the weigh in yet as not feeling all that well myself .... dreaded virus is catching me I think.
but think I am still about the same so not going to worry too much till I feel better. still watching what I eat, went for a walk yesterday and rode 5klms on the exercise bike so that should help to maintian it till I feel ready for the gym again.

nice to see some new posters joining in as it helps to brighten our spirit and feel supported in our progress.
keep up the good work girls and guys
and Gail
I love the mantra ......

Just popping into see how everyone is doing here. Nice to see such positive attitudes regarding weight loss. It is so difficult sometimes to maintain the loss but keep on going all of you xxx

Its after Labor Day, and as said I have restarted my efforts to loss the excess weight. My base measurements and weight have been recorded, I'm back to water drinking almost totally, even though I will not start officially until Monday, Sept. 10th. I must add more strength training, to accomplish More...