Weight Loss Checkin

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Weight Loss Checkin

Hey, ladies! I finally have taken initiative and signed up for Weight Watchers online. I had my second endocrinologist followup post Thyroidectomy, and I have indeed gained 10 lbs since my surgery! The doc said that if my thyroid levels are off, that could be the cause. Most likely, though, it is a result of the eating habits I created while hyper, when I could eat anything and everything in sight and not gain an ounce. Normalizing has its down side, I guess.

Since the doc urged me to change my eating habits and I've heard such great things about WW, I bit the bullet and have officially started!

I don't know if any of you ladies are actively trying to lose weight, but I thought I'd ask and see if anyone was interested in a weekly check in, as a means of supporting each other and venting our frustrations along the way. It would go something like:

Weight loss strategy:
Goal Weight:
This week's weight loss:
Total weight loss:
This week's struggles/thoughts:
Doing anything new or different next week:
Recipes/Tips and Tricks to share:

Please let me know if you are interested in a check in. I'd be happy to be responsible for starting the thread each week!

ETA madasm's brilliance!

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01-10-2013 at 12:41 PM

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I would be interested, I'm currently going to WW meetings!

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01-10-2013 at 12:45 PM

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I'm not enrolled in WW, but I would participate in a check in. :)

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01-10-2013 at 12:45 PM

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count me in!!

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01-10-2013 at 12:47 PM

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Count me in too!

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01-10-2013 at 12:48 PM

Emerald27

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Weight loss strategy: weight watchers
Goal Weight: 145
This week's weight loss: 0, just started
Total weight loss: 0
This week's struggles/thoughts: kind of discouraged. It looks like a long road.
Doing anything new or different next week: weight watchers! Going to add veggies and subtract some starches. Also hoping to take more walks.

Please let me know if you think other topics would be appropriate to add to the checkin!

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01-10-2013 at 12:51 PM

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Weight loss strategy: weight watchers -online only. no meetings.

Goal Weight: High School Weight, 135

This week's weight loss: 0, just started

Total weight loss: probably + a few but I've been too scared to step on the scale.

This week's struggles/thoughts: I just need to get into it. Grocery shopping is on the short list of things to do before I get going. Lots of fruits & veggies.

Doing anything new or different next week: I'm going to get out of the damn bed and get on the treadmill. There is literally no excuse. Maybe tomorrow morning will be the start :)

*maybe we could add good recipes that we've tried? tips, tricks?

I'm so excited we've decided to do this!

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01-10-2013 at 12:51 PM

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I'm not doing WW, but I am watching calories and running. I think this is a great idea!

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01-10-2013 at 12:54 PM

Emerald27

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madasm0530:
Weight loss strategy: weight watchers online only. no meetings.Goal Weight: High School Weight, 135This week's weight loss: 0, just started
Total weight loss: probably a few but I've been too scared to step on the scale.This week's struggles/thoughts: I just need to get into it. Grocery shopping is on the short list of things to do before I get going. Lots of fruits amp; veggies.Doing anything new or different next week: I'm going to get out of the damn bed and get on the treadmill. There is literally no excuse. Maybe tomorrow morning will be the start :maybe we could add good recipes that we've tried? tips, tricks?nbsp;I'm so excited we've decided to do this!nbsp;

That is a great idea! I'll add that to the OP. I'm also really excited. It makes a huge difference to know you're not alone.

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01-10-2013 at 12:56 PM

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I'd love to do this!! Great idea ladies! Accountability is important for me when I'm trying to loose weight, it makes me take it more seriously I think. :)

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01-10-2013 at 12:57 PM

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Weight loss strategy: Personal trainer and (slowly with lots of breaks) running
Goal Weight: 150lbs
This week's weight loss: 0
Total weight loss: 0
This week's struggles/thoughts: It's kind of disappointing that you can work hard all week, and not see any difference. Although I feel a difference (being able to do more of the stuff the PT has me do), seeing it would be nice too. I can't wait for that. :)
Doing anything new or different next week: Nope, plan is the same for next week.

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01-10-2013 at 1:00 PM

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Count me in...doing WW on my own have gone to meetings for many years and just dont feel like paying right now...loved the meetings where I used to live but the one near me the leader gets on my nerves she makes me wanna go eat a burger and milkshake after the meeting :P

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01-10-2013 at 1:01 PM

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Emerald27:
Weight loss strategy: c25k and healthier eating
Goal Weight: 155
This week's weight loss: 1 lbs
Total weight loss: 1
This week's struggles/thoughts: chocolate!!!
Doing anything new or different next week: stop buying chocolate!

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01-10-2013 at 1:02 PM

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We used to do a "Getting Healthy" checkin - but it's been a while since someone ran it! (another option was "Shrink 'Til It's Pink" checkin - haha)

I'd love to join this checkin! It's probably the KITA I need :)

Weight loss strategy: counting calories, gym

Goal Weight: 140

This week's weight loss: I maintained this week...guess it's better than the gaining I've done the past month :-p

Total weight loss: 4.5 lbs since I truly started trying to lose weight (was up to 12, but gained 7.5 back :()

This week's struggles/thoughts: I need to count my calories - I always let the 2ww be an excuse to over-eat, you know "what if" - but that's a stupid reason

Doing anything new or different next week: on the 15th, I have a meeting with my orthopaedic surgeon, and will hopefully be cleared to start running again. I hate getting back into running (I hate running in general), but I have missed it the last 3 months!

Recipes/Tips and Tricks to share: hmmm....have to think about this one. A good idea for work snacks is raw almonds! They can be kept in your desk, are very filling, and raw almonds are not full of salt!

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01-10-2013 at 1:04 PM

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kgoldsmith1023:
Count me in...doing WW on my own have gone to meetings for many years and just dont feel like paying right now...loved the meetings where I used to live but the one near me the leader gets on my nerves she makes me wanna go eat a burger and milkshake after the meeting :P

Hehe. I remember trying to lose weight in high school, I joined a gym with my mom and would pick up fast food on my way home after working out. I would always just be so so hungry, and I thought it was ok because I had just exercised...I figured the one canceled out the other!

I have never been successful at losing weight and keeping it off. This time, I mean business!

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01-10-2013 at 1:04 PM

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Im on board! Here's mine so far.

Weight loss strategy: I have had great success on WW, I am however trying to cut my daily caloric intake and go to the gym 5x a week for 30 minutes. I am still tracking my food, with a set calorie goal

Goal Weight: in a perfect world 120lb , in my realistic world 140lbs

This week's weight loss: Since Jan 1st I have lost 8lb

Total weight loss: 8lb

This week's struggles/thoughts:I struggle wanting my sugar, in my coffee and such. I also HATE water with a passion, I like FLAVOR! so I use a little bit of crystal light in my water to flavor it a little bit. I also like Mio.

Doing anything new or different next week: MORE WATER. ugh.

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01-10-2013 at 1:09 PM

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Weight loss strategy: weight watchers -online only. no meetings. Running.

Goal Weight: 125 for now.

This week's weight loss: 0

Total weight loss: probably + a few but I've been too scared to step on the scale. (Thanks madasm, that's me too)

This week's struggles/thoughts: I need to get my motivation back. I hate running on the treadmill, but that's what I need to do because I get home so late. Once I start working out again, I'll be more apt to track again.

Doing anything new or different next week: Nothing planned... :/

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01-10-2013 at 1:10 PM

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rbtrumpet:
We used to do a "Getting Healthy" checkin - but it's been a while since someone ran it! (another option was "Shrink 'Til It's Pink" checkin - haha)

I'd love to join this checkin! It's probably the KITA I need :)

Weight loss strategy: counting calories, gym

Goal Weight: 140

This week's weight loss: I maintained this week...guess it's better than the gaining I've done the past month :-p

Total weight loss: 4.5 lbs since I truly started trying to lose weight (was up to 12, but gained 7.5 back :()

This week's struggles/thoughts: I need to count my calories - I always let the 2ww be an excuse to over-eat, you know "what if" - but that's a stupid reason

Doing anything new or different next week: on the 15th, I have a meeting with my orthopaedic surgeon, and will hopefully be cleared to start running again. I hate getting back into running (I hate running in general), but I have missed it the last 3 months!

Recipes/Tips and Tricks to share: hmmm....have to think about this one. A good idea for work snacks is raw almonds! They can be kept in your desk, are very filling, and raw almonds are not full of salt!

but, the salted ones are so gooood!

DH & I married 5/2009 :: DX with PCOS 7/2009
TTC since jan'12
bloggy blog blog

cycle 3: bfp, edd 5/16/13. mc at 7w4d.
cycle 6: break cycle
cycle 7: break cycle because of a dumb big cyst.
cycle 8: ???

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01-10-2013 at 1:16 PM

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I'm in! I think it is great that you are taking charge of your post Thyroidectomy weight gain. I was not prepared for it and I gained 35lbs in 6 months. I was lucky that I started underweight and I don't need to lose 35lbs to be where I think I need to be, but I have gained too much too fast that it isn't healthy weight.

Weight loss strategy: Curves and Eating Healthy

Goal Weight: 145

This week's weight loss: 0

Total weight loss: 0

This week's struggles/thoughts: Baked Goods

Doing anything new or different next week: I have gone to Curves twice this week and plan to use my eliptical more.

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01-10-2013 at 1:22 PM

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I'm in!

Watching what I eat and portion control! Also working out at least 4x per week cardio and lifting...I hateeee cardio.

I'm down 3 lbs this week.

Haven't decided on a goal weight yet.

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01-10-2013 at 1:22 PM

Emerald27

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SweetC80:

I'm in! I think it is great that you are taking charge of your post Thyroidectomy weight gain. I was not prepared for it and I gained 35lbs in 6 months. I was lucky that I started underweight and I don't need to lose 35lbs to be where I think I need to be, but I have gained too much too fast that it isn't healthy weight.Weight loss strategy:
Curves and Eating HealthyGoal Weight:
145This week's weight loss:
0Total weight loss:
0This week's struggles/thoughts:
Baked GoodsDoing anything new or different next week:
I have gone to Curves twice this week and plan to use my eliptical more.

This is what I am afraid of! Everyone "says" they can't see it, except my mom, who told me that it is "dramatic" and that I should be rushing to the doctor. Her perspective is that comments like that aren't hurtful because it's not like the weight gain is your fault...yeah, right, mom! That totally hurt!

Anyway, my jeans are tight, I am getting the dreaded double chin, and I feel like my arms can wave for me. My self image is so so bad right now. If WW works for me, and I hope it does, I'll feel much better about myself!

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01-10-2013 at 1:25 PM

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This is a great idea ladies!

Weight loss strategy: More time at the gym, eating more meals at home, less alcohol

Goal Weight: Realistically 150 right now.

This week's weight loss: Probably nothing, but I have started some healthier habits!

Total weight loss: I'm probably in the + column right now

This week's struggles/thoughts: I hate grocery shopping. Makes eating at home a challenge!

Doing anything new or different next week: Going to the gym 3 times. I think I will only hit two this week. Also dragging myself to the grocery store Tongue Tied

Recipes/Tips and Tricks to share:

Here's one that I like and my husband, who is not a super healthy eater, actually likes it pretty well too: http://allrecipes.com/recipe/quinoa-and-black-beans/detail.aspx

It's vegetarian, the protein comes from quinoa.

Also, someone in the WtoO thread posted about an app called Waterlogged that helps you track your water intake. I like it so far.

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01-10-2013 at 1:25 PM

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madasm0530:
rbtrumpet:

Recipes/Tips and Tricks to share: hmmm....have to think about this one. A good idea for work snacks is raw almonds! They can be kept in your desk, are very filling, and raw almonds are not full of salt!

but, the salted ones are so gooood!

I used to think so too, but the more I ate raw ones, the more I realized I actually liked them better. Now the roasted ones just taste dry and waaaayy too salty to me - I actually don't like them now!

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CD3 & 7DPO b/w = all good!
HSG = right tube blocked, uterine obstruction
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BFP!!! 3/16/2013, EDD = 11/25/2013

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01-10-2013 at 1:27 PM

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Emerald27:
SweetC80:
I'm in! I think it is great that you are taking charge of your post Thyroidectomy weight gain. I was not prepared for it and I gained 35lbs in 6 months. I was lucky that I started underweight and I don't need to lose 35lbs to be where I think I need to be, but I have gained too much too fast that it isn't healthy weight.Weight loss strategy: Curves and Eating HealthyGoal Weight: 145This week's weight loss: 0Total weight loss: 0This week's struggles/thoughts: Baked GoodsDoing anything new or different next week: I have gone to Curves twice this week and plan to use my eliptical more.
This is what I am afraid of! Everyone "says" they can't see it, except my mom, who told me that it is "dramatic" and that I should be rushing to the doctor. Her perspective is that comments like that aren't hurtful because it's not like the weight gain is your fault...yeah, right, mom! That totally hurt! Anyway, my jeans are tight, I am getting the dreaded double chin, and I feel like my arms can wave for me. My self image is so so bad right now. If WW works for me, and I hope it does, I'll feel much better about myself!

I'm with you there. I feel so horrible about myself sometimes but yet cannot find the motivation to get the *** moving! I'm so happy all you ladies are on board, too!

DH & I married 5/2009 :: DX with PCOS 7/2009
TTC since jan'12
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cycle 3: bfp, edd 5/16/13. mc at 7w4d.
cycle 6: break cycle
cycle 7: break cycle because of a dumb big cyst.
cycle 8: ???

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01-10-2013 at 1:28 PM

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Emerald27:

I'm sorry, ya those comments can really be hurtful. I knew I was at risk of gaining some weight, but I was always skinny and didn't have any issues so I wasn't prepared and felt helpless every week that I got on the scale and I was up a pound or two. I was afraid it was never going to stop. I had lost 8 lbs, but then gained 10 more, so I need to get serious about it.

Good luck w/ your 10lbs and I hope you start to feel better.

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01-10-2013 at 1:31 PM

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SweetC80:
Emerald27:
I'm sorry, ya those comments can really be hurtful. I knew I was at risk of gaining some weight, but I was always skinny and didn't have any issues so I wasn't prepared and felt helpless every week that I got on the scale and I was up a pound or two. I was afraid it was never going to stop. I had lost 8 lbs, but then gained 10 more, so I need to get serious about it.
Good luck w/ your 10lbs and I hope you start to feel better.

Thanks! The 10 lbs is only the beginning. I'm overweight to begin with and need to lose about 25 lbs total to be within a healthy range.

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01-10-2013 at 1:33 PM

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I am in!

Weight loss strategy: Sparkpeople... try to eat better and actually excercise
Goal Weight: 180
This week's weight loss: 0
Total weight loss: 0
This week's struggles/thoughts: Can't seem to get motivated :-(
Doing anything new or different next week: Plan meals better, use my kinect exercise programs.
Recipes/Tips and Tricks to share:

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01-10-2013 at 1:40 PM

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I currently do ww online and would definitely love to participate! !!

Weight loss strategy: weight watchers
Goal Weight: 125 - 130
This week's weight loss: not sure for this week.... I weigh in tomorrow
Total weight loss: 1.6 lbs
This week's struggles/thoughts: feeling good today, but this has been bad week.... I only have 8 weekly points left :(

Doing anything new or different next week: DH is away next week for work, so I won't have his bad influence lol

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01-10-2013 at 1:44 PM

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I think this is a great idea! I did WW in my early 20s and lost 80 lbs. I did put most of it back on in my late 20s. Now that I am approaching my mid 30s I would love to loose some weight!

Weight loss strategy: Portion control and cardio
Goal Weight: 130
This week's weight loss: 0
Total weight loss: 0
This week's struggles/thoughts: I have no will power, and tend to eat when I am bored or stressed
Doing anything new or different next week: I joined Planet Fitness today

Recipes/Tips and Tricks to share: I love PB2. I put it in non fat plain greek yogurt, and then add some Chia seeds and it is a very healthy filling lunch.

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01-10-2013 at 1:55 PM

mathewsh

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Weight loss strategy: WW meetings

Goal Weight: 150s for now, would like to be lower but I would feel great at 150!

This week's weight loss: Need to step on the scale tomorrow, I'm nervous

Total weight loss: 10 lbs since November

This week's struggles/thoughts: My husband is also on board but he has lost 22 lbs in the amount of time it has taken me to lose 10!

Doing anything new or different next week: Eating LESS! Drinking more water

Recipes/Tips and Tricks to share: None right now