2012 (Biggest Loser) Tug Weight Loss Thread

[Elan]

Started last Monday (finally). Down 1.2lbs as of this morning. That's 25% of my first goal. Just need to keep going at a pound per week. The first goal should be a piece of cake (pun intended). Prior experience has shown that the second goal will be very difficult.

 

[heathpack]

After a less-than-stellar week that mostly revolved around a box of cheez-its and Mr. H's dutiful replacement of said box when we "ran out," this week is off to a better start. Not as much time in the gym as I'd like (very busy at work), but nutritionally doing better.

Have lost 2#, but it has been a battle.

I did set the course for the 10 mile bike ride as part of the Tri. I needed a 10 mile route that ends at the gym, however I only live 3 miles from the gym. It took a few weeks of trial & error to get that straight.

I got a Groupon this week for a training gym- $25 for a month, it's a complicated set up that includes an initial assessment, a schedule of trainer led small classes, a nutritional plan, and pre-set programs on fitness machines like the elliptical or stair stepper. Good timing, I will use this as a boot camp for the next month.

H

 

[dioxide45]

Since starting this topic on January 18th, I am down 72lbs as of today. Mainly doing this on changing my eating habits and paying attention to nutrition and portion control. Have also been going to the gym fairly regularly, but not as often as I should be. Doctor has taken my off of my blood pressure medication but still on cholestoral meds, hope to be off those by the end of the year.

 

[Rose Pink]

Congratulations!

 

[MuranoJo]

Since starting this topic on January 18th, I am down 72lbs as of today. Mainly doing this on changing my eating habits and paying attention to nutrition and portion control. Have also been going to the gym fairly regularly, but not as often as I should be. Doctor has taken my off of my blood pressure medication but still on cholestoral meds, hope to be off those by the end of the year.

Holy Cow! That is amazing, incredible! Congratulations, and what an inspiration to many.

 

[catwgirl]

Wow, that is incredible! Good for you!

 

[lvhmbh]

Well, that has inspired me! I have about 15 to lose and fell off the WW wagon. Like my wine to much! Now I'll whine about my wine as neighbor and I have vowed - no booze for at least 5 days and then we'll renew our vow! WW always says to start small.

 

[MuranoJo]

Wish I could join you in the wine whining. That's a tough one and surprising how the calories add up.

 

[SDKath]

Since starting this topic on January 18th, I am down 72lbs as of today. Mainly doing this on changing my eating habits and paying attention to nutrition and portion control. Have also been going to the gym fairly regularly, but not as often as I should be. Doctor has taken my off of my blood pressure medication but still on cholestoral meds, hope to be off those by the end of the year.

Oh my goodness, congratulations!!! Would you ever consider posting pix?? I would LOVE to see your before and afters! It is soooo inspiring!

 

[Elan]

Since starting this topic on January 18th, I am down 72lbs as of today. Mainly doing this on changing my eating habits and paying attention to nutrition and portion control. Have also been going to the gym fairly regularly, but not as often as I should be. Doctor has taken my off of my blood pressure medication but still on cholestoral meds, hope to be off those by the end of the year.

I'll add my congratulations. That's an impressive accomplishment and you should be commended. Keep up the good work!

 

[MULTIZ321]

Dioxide,

Those are impressive results indeed and certainly motivational !! Congratulations.


Richard

 

[AwayWeGo]

Why I Step On The Scale One -- 1 -- Time Every Morning.

Click here.

Denial is not just a famous river in Egypt.

Meanwhile, thanks to the Dr. Phil Fat Folks Diet, I am currently at 215.4 -- down from 250 at the doctor's office last March, when the doctor said to quit eating desserts & drink my coffee black.

Dr. Phil Fat Folks Diet, inspired by Dr. Phil but not written or endorsed by him, is No Second Helpings & No Desserts & No Snacks Between Meals (Except A Piece Of Fruit If I Get So Hungry That My Stomach Thinks My Throat Was Cut.)

Working out at the gym several times each week helps, but in my case that did nothing until I also started abiding by the Dr. Phil Fat Folks Diet.

Some of my old friends from high school days, still living, are likewise going with diet & exercise for weight control & blood sugar regulation. I compare notes with those guys regularly, but we are not in any kind of a contest. I am just trying to stay ahead of the undertaker as long as I can.

-- Alan Cole, McLean (Fairfax County), Virginia, USA.​

 

[BevL]

Great job. I started my program for weight loss (extreme but it worked for me) in July of 2011 and by March of 2012 had lost 50 pounds.

I've actually lost close to five pounds more since that time. I eat what I want, when I want, I just eat different things than I used to - most of the time. Try to walk about three miles four to give times a week and I walk pretty fast and I'm hoping to add some weight training in the fall.

I weigh myself every day as well. I don't freak out over a pound or two but I have a point where it's time to definitely cut back a serving a day of starchy type foods for a few days and focus on fruit, vegetables and lean protein.

I hope I never have to go on another "diet" in my life. I too am not competing with anybody but I want to keep myself as healthy as I reasonably can so I can look after myself and my husband as we age.

 

[AwayWeGo]

That Was Then. This Is Now.

I am currently at 215.4

210.6 this morning.

So far so good.

But backslide potential will be high when The Chief Of Staff & I take our week-long Las Vegas timeshare vacation next month -- all those great 24-7 overeating opportunities plus the world-famous Las Vegas devil-may-care attitude.

I've got to guard against making excuses in advance.

So it goes.

-- Alan Cole, McLean (Fairfax County), Virginia, USA.​

 

[vacationhopeful]

Wine is a problem? The wacky weed seems to be a bigger problem among a friend or two of mine. One friend several months ago, made the pledge to go clean for several months. She no longer had the midnight munchies and lost 15 lbs the first month (with no exercise); haven't touched base with her recently as her personality/ADHD is raging now without her street treatment.

Again, this is NOT a personal experience ... but I do follow the eat less and am down 10+ pounds in the last 4 months (and down last year also about 15 lbs). Sugar control is my major issue which is really restricting a lot of carbs as I don't drink sodas & juices or eat desserts very often - perfer water. I try to steam fresh veggies, too.

 

[BevL]

I don't know about everybody else but summer was a challenge. I did well in July, but had the grandkids and some time off in August and definitely overdid the eating (and not healthy eating) and underdid the exercise.

It's amazing how quickly the good habits can be replaced with not so good and how hard it is to get back in the groove. But I've lost about five of the eight pounds I gained and am back within my comfort zone.

I've taken up pole walking too - it's definitely a better workout than walking alone so I'm hoping that helps a bit.

Let's all keep it up as we head into winter - sometimes a challenge to keep the exercise up if you're an outdoors activity type.

Great job everybody.

 

[gnorth16]

It is amazing how people on the other side of the continent, who I have never met, inspire me in so many different ways..

I don't think I will lose any weight in Vegas, but I will keep the liquid carbs to a minimum and not make a stop at the Bacchanal buffet... I'll probably be walking about 5 miles per day along the strip which should help a bit as well...

 

[bjones9942]

I started my diet this April. Got a good start when my back went out and I couldn't get up to cook ... lost 20 lbs. in the first month!

I have a three stage plan. First was to cut down on the daily calories. I try to do 1500/day max. Most of the time I make it, and my weekly count has always been in line. Second stage was increasing the exercise. Bought a fitbit (http://www.fitbit.com) and have added two walks to my weekday routine. Weekends I'm still a couch potato! Overall I've lost 42 lbs. Am averaging 1 to 2 a week now. Still have a dozen or so until I hit my goal weight of 140. Stage three will be watching nutrition, and I'll start it when I hit my goal weight and go on the 2000 calories/day maintenance routine.

I crave fast food hamburgers. Otherwise, I'm just a little hungry all the time

 

[dioxide45]

I am now down over 110lbs. I have slowly been increasing my calories, but with about 20 more pounds to go I am still on a 1lb a week calorie deficit.

 

[Gophesjo]

Yesterday I weighed in at 209.6. It was the first time I have been sub 210 since 1989. My high was 273 three years ago.

For me the keys have been exercise and portion control. Good luck to all of my fellow losers!

 

[BevL]

I am now down over 110lbs. I have slowly been increasing my calories, but with about 20 more pounds to go I am still on a 1lb a week calorie deficit.

Yesterday I weighed in at 209.6. It was the first time I have been sub 210 since 1989. My high was 273 three years ago.

For me the keys have been exercise and portion control. Good luck to all of my fellow losers!

Those are amazing stats - congratulations.

It's, well, staggering to think of carrying around a 110 pound or 63 pound sack isn't it? Yet that's what each of you have cast off. Your body thanks you.

 

[heathpack]

I am now down over 110lbs. I have slowly been increasing my calories, but with about 20 more pounds to go I am still on a 1lb a week calorie deficit.

Very impressed

 

[heathpack]

Yesterday I weighed in at 209.6. It was the first time I have been sub 210 since 1989. My high was 273 three years ago.

For me the keys have been exercise and portion control. Good luck to all of my fellow losers!

Impressed again

 

[pjrose]

Congratulations to the big losers! Those are some impressive results. I haven't yet succeeded in beating the night eating, but I'll keep trying.

 

[Gophesjo]

Thanks for the encouraging words!!