Hi all. I need to enlist all of you as friends, to give me some support and and a giant kick in the butt !!
2 years ago, I lost 50 pounds ( i never looked or felt better). Of course I looked so good, that I got pregnant! My son will be 1 year next month, and I have put every pound , plus 10 back on. I have the motivation to start to lose the weight again, but could use a good pep talk from any and all of you. thanks
2007-03-12
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shasta
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➔ Diet & Fitness
You did it before and you can do it again. You have what it takes already inside you. Think of how much better you will feel and how much more you will be able to do with that adorable son of yours. You have everything you need already, just take the first step...it is the hardest one. After that it is all down hill. Good luck.
2007-03-12 05:37:53
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answered by Anonymous
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I lost 105 pounds in 6 months. Here is how I did it.
1. Every morning get up and walk for 45 minutes. You can start with less time, but you want to get up to 45 minutes, and it must be fast walk. You want your heart rate to go up. It must be in the morning, it kick starts your metabolism.
2. I cut out Red Meat, and fatty foods. Boneless skinnless chicken breast, baked, or grilled, rice and vegetables (steamed).
3. Eat half. Just eat half of what you normally eat. Put 1/2 on your plate, and put the rest away. Cook less. When you go to fast food, get salads only. Or grilled chicken. No fries, only diet soda. Or water.
It will work, once you get into a routine, you will get hooked on the results, and you will keep the routine. It has been over a year for me.
Also start counting your calories. Write them down. You would be amazed as to how much more aware you are of your caloric intake, if you actually write it down. We recently discovered a site that offers a great program that counts calories, as well as keeps track of everything. It allows multiple users, so everyone in the family can keep track. They offer a free 7 day trial, and so far I am very impressed with the product. Try the 7 days and see. It allows you to add the exercise that you do during the day, which increases the amount of calories you can take in. Very Cool!!
http://www.calorieking.com
A sight with some really cool diet calculators and interesting calorie counting calculators is here. Check it out.
http://www.caloriesperhour.com/
Check out my before and after pic at my yahoo 360 page
http://profiles.yahoo.com/gorillamyke
Stay motivated, and get up and walk every day. I seriously lost all my weight starting off my day on my walk.
Good LUCK!
2007-03-12 12:51:35
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answered by Anonymous
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Weight loss seems to be an epidemic in this nation, as is obesity. If you are looking for some constant motivation, look into a website called Sparkpeople.com
This website is awesome and one of the only 100% free online diet communities out there.If you have a few extra minutes each day, or even just a few minutes during the week, you can dive into tons of great information, tips, and find online buddies!
2007-03-12 12:41:20
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answered by kaliraized 2
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You have been very successful with your weight loss goals in the past, and you can do it again. Only this time, you have a better reason: being healthy for your baby... and being able to catch him. Next year he'll be on 2 legs-- you gotta be able to move as fast as him. You can do it
2007-03-12 12:37:30
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answered by Violet Pearl 7
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From the real Rudy (played football for Notre Dame, movie made about him). He said the following on his website:
Insight #1
Be the person you want to be. "Make the decision to take action and move closer to your Dream. Create daily success habits and surround yourself with information that will empower and inspire you."
Insight #2
Use anger in a positive way to get results. "Anger is a normal reaction. It's what you do with anger that makes a difference in your life ... direct your anger towards a goal ... use anger in a positive way to get results ... from anger comes determination ... comes triumph."
Insight #3
It starts with a Dream. "Visualize your Dream and make a commitment. Having a Dream is what makes life exciting. Never underestimate the power of a Dream. It will change your life. A Dream gives you the ability to determine your future."
Insight #4
Eliminate the confusion. "Find mentors who encourage you. The right information will eliminate confusion. Visualize exactly what you want to be ... and focus on that ... believe in yourself and don't let anything stop you. Reinforce your Dream every day with positive information from tapes, books, and mentors. Each day you will get closer to your Dream. Eliminate the confusion and fears, and make it happen."
Insight #5
The greater the struggle, the greater the victory. "Most people allow struggles and fear of failure to stop them. The key is to learn from your struggles and move on. Failures will make you stronger and give you the information you need to reach your Dream. Struggle will prepare you for success. Without struggle there is no success."
Insight #6
Follow your passion instead of the dollar. "There's nothing wrong with making money ... but, it's important to focus on your passion instead of the dollar. For me, decisions based on my passion brought me closer to my Dream, while decisions based only on money took me further away. If you focus on what really fulfills you, you will have success. The dollar alone does not bring happiness."
Insight #7
Excuses will kill your Dream. "What we're really talking about here is commitment. Until you make a commitment to your Dream, it's not really a Dream ... it's just another fantasy full of excuses. Fantasies don't come true because they're not real, we're not committed to them. When we make commitments, we eliminate excuses and they become Dreams ... and Dreams are definitely real."
Insight #8
Prepare for your Dream. "Preparation is what comes from struggle. Knowledge comes from preparation. These are the elements that pave the road to your Dream. If we do not prepare we will not succeed. Set your goals and pursue your Dreams with all your heart. If you miss a goal, don't quit, reset it! You just need to learn more ... step by step you will win!"
Insight #9
Focus on your Dream and Never Quit. It is always too soon to quit. If you quit, you can't succeed. By achieving your Dream you will be an inspiration to others. You will set the example and make an enormous impact on the world. Make it happen!"
Insight #10
Always have a Dream. "Dreams give us energy to go to new levels. Dreams change lives ... the power of life is in your Dreams!"
2007-03-12 12:41:40
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answered by sirtitan45 4
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Do it for your son! what more motivation do you need? Do you want to be around when he has kids of his own one day? Thort so! the best thing you can give him is a happy, healthy mum who's positive!
2007-03-12 12:38:01
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answered by Anonymous
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