Weight Loss support for 2011 brides!!

[Kamama]

Hello All, I am a bride losing weight. I've lost so far 12lbs in 13 weeks, using an app called MyFitnessPal on my iPod. They have a website as well if you do not have an apple tool. Basically it will give you an idea of how many calories you should consume per day for your goal and allow you to record your daily intake. You can search for items, including restaurants, input recipes, as well as input activity as well. I try to do at least 30 minutes of cardio everyday, and in the begining had also added a 20 minute circuit workout - like jillian michael's 30 day shred - when I get home, and have had amazing success. I think by doing the FOOD and the exercise, you can all reach your goals! I tried just concentrating on eating well, as well as just on exercising, but you really need a combination of both. As well, you need to know how many calories your food is as well.

 

DEFINITELY check out MyFitnessPal.com (its a free website and app). It WILL work!

[hwilley218]

Thanks for the advice- I cut out dairy a few months back but I think upping the protein might do the trick- I haven't been getting much protein lately. I'll keep you up dated. 

Originally Posted by richarsd 

I actually think 5-10 lbs in 4 weeks is definitely within a health weight loss range...1 - 2 lbs a week is considered healthy. Of course, if you're already within a healthy weight range for your age and height, it's going to be harder. You may already be doing this but if not and since it's temporary and you only have a few lbs to lose, try going low carb and high (LEAN) protein. Keep all your carbs to oats, All Bran, and veggies/fruit (sweet potatoes are ok, too). Be very careful with your dairy intake, make sure it's skim/fat-free. A lot of people are horrified when I tell them to try eating this way but 1) it works and 2) this is actually a very all-natural way to eat and forces you to eliminate all of the processed crap that we all eat constantly without even realizing it. Goodluck!
 

 

 

[LisaandJeff]

I am in exactly the same boat as you -- I have until June 18th to lose 7 lbs...  Which doesn't seem like a lot but it is SO hard to lose when you are already in a healthy weight range.  My dream is to feel good about being in a bikini!!!  No cover-ups!  79 days left!!!
 

Originally Posted by choeft201 

Just got the call that my dress came in..nothing like a little extra motavation... Crappy thing is I've gained 2 lbs..but I'm blaming it on "that time of the month". But I'm still feeling good and back into a size 8...Would love to lose another 7 lbs and I only have 80 days..

 

[MichCraw]

Any support or advice would be great, i've been on a weight loss " diet" or " way of life" or " eating healthy" .. for just over 2 months. I've lost 22 pounds and my goal is 50.. I have until December however I thought I'd better start early in case I reach and plateaus or downsides. I find that when I workout .. I don't lose as much or don't lose any pounds ... my body gets muscular fast... I'm eating a lot of small meals often... seems to help... !

 

[Janet1480]

WOW 22 pounds in 2 months...you must be doing something right! keep it up and thats fantastic i wish i could lose that much weight. Even though i am admitedly lazy i have made changes in my diet and it has taken me 3 months to lose 7 pounds lol
 

Originally Posted by MichCraw 

Any support or advice would be great, i've been on a weight loss " diet" or " way of life" or " eating healthy" .. for just over 2 months. I've lost 22 pounds and my goal is 50.. I have until December however I thought I'd better start early in case I reach and plateaus or downsides. I find that when I workout .. I don't lose as much or don't lose any pounds ... my body gets muscular fast... I'm eating a lot of small meals often... seems to help... !

 

 

[BusyBee123]

Wow...I'm so glad I found this thread! This is exactly the kind of motivation I've been looking for!  I'm getting married in January 2012 and would ideally like to lose 20-30lbs prior to the big day! As someone who often works 80+hr weeks, its super tough getting to the gym, but I'm going to try to do at the very least some cardio 4-5 days per week.  I also recently started eating a low carbohydrate and higher lean protein diet.  The first two days were tough, but now I'm feeling great! And after just a week and a half, my clothes are fitting a little bit better!  Here's hoping I can keep it up....for the next 9 months!

[mmcst38]

So I ordered my dress in first week of  November, well after going thru the holidays I went to try the dress on when it came in last week of January...it did not fit! it didn't zip about 3 inches, my dress has no beading or anything so they said I could wait till last week in MArch to be fitted....4lbs away from goal weight, my fitting is tomorrow, here is hoping the dress fits

[jamieirene]

Has anyone tried or heard of the Abs diet??  I live by it!!!  Its pretty much a healthy eating plan very easy to incorporate into a busy brides schedule!  I don't really want to loose weight just tone up, and this diet has done both I lost 10 lbs in a month (all body fat)  I am on my way to hot abs for our wedding week! : )

[Cherazi]

Can you please post a link with details? I have one month to my wedding and I really need to lose another 5 lbs at least. Thanks.

 

 

Originally Posted by jamieirene 

Has anyone tried or heard of the Abs diet??  I live by it!!!  Its pretty much a healthy eating plan very easy to incorporate into a busy brides schedule!  I don't really want to loose weight just tone up, and this diet has done both I lost 10 lbs in a month (all body fat)  I am on my way to hot abs for our wedding week! : )

 

[LisaandJeff]

Jamieirene -- This sounds exactly like what I need!  I have 2 1/2 months and need to tone up... can you tell me more? 
 

Originally Posted by jamieirene 

Has anyone tried or heard of the Abs diet??  I live by it!!!  Its pretty much a healthy eating plan very easy to incorporate into a busy brides schedule!  I don't really want to loose weight just tone up, and this diet has done both I lost 10 lbs in a month (all body fat)  I am on my way to hot abs for our wedding week! : )