Weight Loss support for 2011 brides!!

[knitgirl13]

I leave for MX on the 22nd... so I only have 2 more weeks... the scale is going down way to slowly for my liking and I don't seem to be losing inches either.  My dress technically "fits" but it has a pucker that I don't like between the zipper and corset, and I feel like the corset is using every last inch of lace.  What can I do????

[sxcT]

YAY HOW EXCITING!!  HAVE A GREAT TIME AND A WONDERFUL WEDDING!!

 

Congrats on all that you have accomplished.  It must feel so great.  Enjoy yourself while you are down there.  You definitely deserve it. 
 

Originally Posted by richarsd 

Well ladies, it's "D Day" (Destination Day...lol) for me tomorrow and the wedding is Tuesday!! Can't wait!!! This thread has been great - very helpful and inspirational. We're all going to look so hot for our weddings!!!  I just thought I'd share ('cause I can almost hardly believe it!) that in 3 months, I have lost 10 lbs of fat (and I didn't even want to lose weight initially, just tone and get rid of some flabby bits), am down to a size 4 from size 8 (I didn't think an 8 was at all bad to begin with...like I said, I just wanted to tone!), am visibly leaner and more toned (even more muscular in some areas like my back and arms). I have never been this fit in my life and never thought I would be...I was always kind of a chubby kid when I was younger and I haven't been this size since I was 11 years old. I found an amazing personal trainer that got me into weight lifting, which I now LOVE. This has been instrumental!!! This along with Clean Eating has made all the difference for me. Anyone interested in info about Clean Eating (seriously it may change your life) should look at any of Tosca Reno's books and she also has a website. This is a total lifestyle change that will not leave you hungry, cutting out any major food groups, and is not at all complicated...very common sense and delicious. Anyhoo, thanks again ladies! This thread is awesome!!!

 

[NEMMERZ]

 

Originally Posted by richarsd 

Well ladies, it's "D Day" (Destination Day...lol) for me tomorrow and the wedding is Tuesday!! Can't wait!!! This thread has been great - very helpful and inspirational. We're all going to look so hot for our weddings!!!  I just thought I'd share ('cause I can almost hardly believe it!) that in 3 months, I have lost 10 lbs of fat (and I didn't even want to lose weight initially, just tone and get rid of some flabby bits), am down to a size 4 from size 8 (I didn't think an 8 was at all bad to begin with...like I said, I just wanted to tone!), am visibly leaner and more toned (even more muscular in some areas like my back and arms). I have never been this fit in my life and never thought I would be...I was always kind of a chubby kid when I was younger and I haven't been this size since I was 11 years old. I found an amazing personal trainer that got me into weight lifting, which I now LOVE. This has been instrumental!!! This along with Clean Eating has made all the difference for me. Anyone interested in info about Clean Eating (seriously it may change your life) should look at any of Tosca Reno's books and she also has a website. This is a total lifestyle change that will not leave you hungry, cutting out any major food groups, and is not at all complicated...very common sense and delicious. Anyhoo, thanks again ladies! This thread is awesome!!!

Yipeee....wooohooooo, go have a blast........so happy for you!!  Wont you be so sad when its over?

 

Cant wait to hear your story when you get back.....

 

 

 

[NEMMERZ]

I cant remember my last update.

 

I have lost about 15 pounds.

 

I am prob a size 2!!  And I too look the best I have in a long time and I am 40 years old.  I have a small 4pack for a stomach.......the FI loves it.

 

I am going to do my BD shoot on sunday, yikes im nervous..

 

We leave in 24 days !!!!

 

Altho ive been letting myself have too many treats, my 40th bday was last weekend and I ate at Cheesecake Factory.......and didnt care...LOL

 

My fam had a big party for me.........i had such a nice time.

 

Next is wedding time!!!  So much to do in the next 24 days, waxing and tanning, hair, mani, pedi, dress fitting............and GYM of course.....not enough hours in the day.

 

We will all be sad when its over i think, Geez what will I do with my time after the wedding........LOL

 

 

[jamieirene]

 

 

Originally Posted by richarsd 

 

I bought the "Abs Diet For Women" book a couple years ago and followed it for a while (before starting to slack off later...) and thought it was great!

 

I'm Glad you liked it!  I really swear by it.  Mainly the eating plan I kind of do my own exercises and it works great for me! : )

 

 

 

 

 

[sxcT]

Got INSANITY in the mail yesterday and I can't wait to start it.  Did you follow the calendar exactly?  I want to do it right but I honestly like doing other stuff - hiking, cycling, running stairs so I am wondering if I have to follow it to a T.  I know that is what is suggested -especially if you want to see the results in 60 days - but I want to see if others have done it differently.
 

Originally Posted by june11bride 

7 months will FLY by. It really isn't even real to me that I only have like 2 months!!! It's absolutely insane. I feel like I have a lot to do! Once you hit 6 months, it will go so fast that suddenly you'll be 2 months! Please let me know how it goes for you when you start Insanity!

 

 

 

[june11bride]

I have sort of followed the calendar... There were a few times that after a workout I did another workout from Jillian Michaels because I feel like I want very targeted strength exercises too, so I did her "No More Trouble Zones" DVD as well. One day I was totally exhausted so I took a break and worked out on my rest day...and yesterday I was so motivated, I did the Cardio Power and Resistance video, did an Ab Ripper X from P90X, and then went out for a brief run!

I love using the videos because it's quick and it's at home, and I've found that my motivation for exercise in general has increased a million times over just from these videos because I started feeling stronger and even a bit leaner within the first few weeks! I can also run faster and longer and I can do real pushups!!

 

I'd say do what feels right for you. After starting the videos you might feel like it's enough, and you might feel like there are still some other things you want to do. Just make sure that you are not over doing it, and sticking with SOME sort of nutrition plan (I don't use the one from Insanity) and you will DEFINITELY see results soon!!

 

Also, come check us out at the Official Insanity thread on this site if you haven't already! (just search for it)

 

 

Originally Posted by sxcT 

Got INSANITY in the mail yesterday and I can't wait to start it.  Did you follow the calendar exactly?  I want to do it right but I honestly like doing other stuff - hiking, cycling, running stairs so I am wondering if I have to follow it to a T.  I know that is what is suggested -especially if you want to see the results in 60 days - but I want to see if others have done it differently.
 

 

 

[harkatea]

This is a great idea.  I'm surprised i haven't stumbled upon this before.  I get married in August and I'm hoping for 5-10lbs.

[sxcT]

Thanks for your input.  I know once I start I'll just have to see how things go and how I feel.

 

On the hunt for the insanity thread.

 
 

Originally Posted by june11bride 

I have sort of followed the calendar... There were a few times that after a workout I did another workout from Jillian Michaels because I feel like I want very targeted strength exercises too, so I did her "No More Trouble Zones" DVD as well. One day I was totally exhausted so I took a break and worked out on my rest day...and yesterday I was so motivated, I did the Cardio Power and Resistance video, did an Ab Ripper X from P90X, and then went out for a brief run!

I love using the videos because it's quick and it's at home, and I've found that my motivation for exercise in general has increased a million times over just from these videos because I started feeling stronger and even a bit leaner within the first few weeks! I can also run faster and longer and I can do real pushups!!

 

I'd say do what feels right for you. After starting the videos you might feel like it's enough, and you might feel like there are still some other things you want to do. Just make sure that you are not over doing it, and sticking with SOME sort of nutrition plan (I don't use the one from Insanity) and you will DEFINITELY see results soon!!

 

Also, come check us out at the Official Insanity thread on this site if you haven't already! (just search for it)

 

 

 

 

[MichCraw]

Here is a bit of inspiration ... anyone out there having any luck in losing the pounds for the wedding!!??? As of tomorrow i've been at it for 3 months ... and I hit my 30 pounds lost today ! I feel great .. and people are starting to notice that i've slimmed down. I'm trying my best to do my aerobic exercise at least 3 times a week.. but that has been the tough part! As for the eating.. it's been pretty good... ! I fill my plate half of it is veggies, one quarter is carbs and one quarter is lean meat ... when I want to snack i've been making some sugarless jello ... and other than a craving for licorice that won't stop ... i've been pretty good... oh and i've count down a lot on soft drink ( but not drinking that much water .... )