New Year, New Thread for Those who Weigh 200 lbs/90 Kg or More

[pink clouds]

NATALIEJO!!!!! Did I read right? Do my eyes deceive me? Did you say....277lbs!! Does that mean that you have lost more than 10 lbs since the beginning of the year? Is that a cause for a party? Hell yes I think so!! Way to go girlie!!! I think sometimes it's good to reflect on the journey and see how far we have come. Loving the new avi by the way I can see the difference in ur face especially by your jaw and neck. YOU GO WITH YOUR BAD SELF!! well really with your good self but u know what i mean ;-) Keep your chin up and keep moving on girl, life will always try to be overwhelming, my goal these days is to overwhelm life.....as much as I can anyways some days i feel like i am dying LOL

Hi Everyone!!!
My usual MO is to just say f*ck it and go completely off the wagon.

OMG Ali I looooved that!!

Did I hear you say...."Coach"...Coach wallet? Are you a purse lover? I am crazy about purses...well Dooney and Bourke purses. LOVE THEM!! I live in Florida and there are three coach outlets that I know of and 2 Dooney and Bourke outlets. Excellent deals at Dooney and Bourke...two of the purses I bought were for $75 and $69 and both purses were worth $150 I also bought a purse there for $109 and it was worth $250. I don't know if you also like dooney...I noticed that most coach lovers are not dooney lovers and vice versa. Next time you are in Florida though, you have to check out the coach outlet. If you are going to Disney World there is a Coach outlet close to there...and a Dooney outlet in the same plaza. I can be bad where purses are concerned, but I think I am living with a great deal of moderation. I think anyways. If you see the attached thumbnail, my little sister sent this to me...its from the "It's not a problem, its a superpower" line of these pictures.

Its great to hear about your adventures in Onederland. I cannot wait to get out of Lane Bryant! They have a lot of cute things....but sometimes I see an item that will really piss me off. Something that looks like an un-sewn piece of cloth that they are trying to pass off as a dress...like a sheet of denim or something with a lace frill under the bustline. Those things piss me off. Just because people are a little on the fluffy side does not give you the right to sell clothes that have no zest. ...where is the cursing emoticon... (found it). I really loved hearing about shopping in other stores....can't wait until I get there!

 

[Kevi12]

Good Job Nataliejo! That's real good that you've lost alot of weight. We all must do this together.
By the way, anyone here sometimes feel like their ankles are giving out on them?
Mine right now are so tired...And guess what guys! Ever since last week, that I lost 3-4 lbs, my left knee doesnt hurt as much anymore! I can jump around while playing basketball now! And it's all thanks to everyone here keeping me motivated!

 

[spartacus26]

Natalie jo -


The other issue I am struggling with is the fact that it is becoming more evident that I am going to need some sort of corrective surgery near or at the end of this thing (and I know that there are differing schools of thought on this issue as far as loving what God gave us, etc...for me personally, I won't feel complete looking like a deflated balloon, esp with what I want to do as far as strength-training goes once I am done losing fat...sorry about the long paranthetical, ha ha) and any type of surgery is going to result in a set-back...something along the lines of two steps back to go one big step forward...so I have no idea when the end will be but I know that getting there will be harder than it was getting to this point. Thankfully I have you guys and some really great people at home who help me keep it all in perspective, which on those low days, is so helpful.

Just a note: I'm not completely sure, but I've read that strength training helps make saggy skin much less noticeable. Here's an article I found online...

 

[nataliejo]

Natalie jo -

Best thing I ever got on Ebay was a Coach credit card holder, I think it sold for 75-100 dollars and I got it for 30 Nothing beats a good deal...

I am loving onderland, but I went through I few days where I was like, "I have HOW far to go still???" I have to try to focus on where I was a year ago (and for the 10 years before that) and remember how far I have come. Breaking things up into smaller goals has helped b/c let's face it, most of us here aren't just trying to lose 10 pounds to look better in a swimsuit, you know?

The other issue I am struggling with is the fact that it is becoming more evident that I am going to need some sort of corrective surgery near or at the end of this thing (and I know that there are differing schools of thought on this issue as far as loving what God gave us, etc...for me personally, I won't feel complete looking like a deflated balloon, esp with what I want to do as far as strength-training goes once I am done losing fat...sorry about the long paranthetical, ha ha) and any type of surgery is going to result in a set-back...something along the lines of two steps back to go one big step forward...so I have no idea when the end will be but I know that getting there will be harder than it was getting to this point. Thankfully I have you guys and some really great people at home who help me keep it all in perspective, which on those low days, is so helpful.

All in all I am so happy, especially now that I can shop in a wider selection of stores than before but it is a little overwhelming after only really having Lane Bryant as a choice for the last half of my life.

I dug out my high school softball jersey the other day and it fit again, which was a HUGE accomplishment...it was like erasing time...I am so glad I didn't throw all that stuff out when i gained weight...what a fun experience...

How are things in your neck of the woods???

Hey Ali!
I am so happy you get fit in your old jersey!! I have a pair of pants from when I was in college and weighed a lot less .. I love these pants ..they are blue denim and than have a darker denim going down the sides... all the way down ... they are two toned and oh so cool ...someday ... I will be wearing them again

I am happy that you have support at home, and you always know you have support here. and reflecting on onederland is always good. We always have certain misconceptions about ourselves and I, myself, probably will always look at my body as overweight, but really I won't be at 165 .. u know

but anyway I shall ttylater hun
love yas
natalie jo

 

[veronandez86]

Nataliejo.
I got my Richard Simmons DvD's on AMAZON. For about 30 bucks and it has his whole Sweatin to the Oldies Series, plus an extra video about self esteem / steps to loving you. I know I learned alot about R. Simmons on that, like how he use to have a really bad eating disorder and stuff.

I'd also look on EBAY like ali.smedley said. You can get great deals there. My friend Rob bought 3 pairs of new Adidas that just came out which were mad crazy/ sic looking for about 40 bucks. Man, I gotta get me an account with Ebay, cuz that's where my friend buys me my acne medicine from.

Congratulations on your weight loss.

Veronica

 

[veronandez86]

Good Job Nataliejo! That's real good that you've lost alot of weight. We all must do this together.
By the way, anyone here sometimes feel like their ankles are giving out on them?
Mine right now are so tired...And guess what guys! Ever since last week, that I lost 3-4 lbs, my left knee doesnt hurt as much anymore! I can jump around while playing basketball now! And it's all thanks to everyone here keeping me motivated!

My right ankle sometimes feels like that sometimes, but hasn't been lately. However, that's due to an injury I got at my previous job where my foot got caught between two pallets and twisted. Now, if I streatch my ankle too much my achelies tendion (pardon my spelling) pops. Kinda sounds like when you get a belt and pull it really hard to get that snapping sound. I use an ankle wrap/support on it now, just incase I land wrong.

Wow! It's great how much a 3 pound weight loss can help improve old injurys / aches and pains. It's awesome that your knee feels better.

Veronica

 

[nataliejo]

Good Job Nataliejo! That's real good that you've lost alot of weight. We all must do this together.
By the way, anyone here sometimes feel like their ankles are giving out on them?
Mine right now are so tired...And guess what guys! Ever since last week, that I lost 3-4 lbs, my left knee doesnt hurt as much anymore! I can jump around while playing basketball now! And it's all thanks to everyone here keeping me motivated!

Kevi.. thanks

I am working hard, walking and what not. Trying to keep the food in check . ..

You sound like you are doing awesome. I noticed my ankles hurt when I walk, not so much anymore. Thats because they bear all our weight. Thats why losing weight is such a great idea .. I am happy to hear you can jump again in backet ball .. I am very careful when I jump, I notice I feel like buckling ..but I just need to exercising and doing what I do and in no time I will be jumping all the time

ttylater hun
always
natalie jo

 

[nataliejo]

Thanks Pink Clouds!! and Everyone else!!
for your wonderful support. Always nice to hear all of you cheering me on ... Thanks so much!!

love yas all
natalie jo

 

[nataliejo]

Nataliejo.
I got my Richard Simmons DvD's on AMAZON. For about 30 bucks and it has his whole Sweatin to the Oldies Series, plus an extra video about self esteem / steps to loving you. I know I learned alot about R. Simmons on that, like how he use to have a really bad eating disorder and stuff.

I'd also look on EBAY like ali.smedley said. You can get great deals there. My friend Rob bought 3 pairs of new Adidas that just came out which were mad crazy/ sic looking for about 40 bucks. Man, I gotta get me an account with Ebay, cuz that's where my friend buys me my acne medicine from.

Congratulations on your weight loss.

Veronica

Thanks Veronica .. I will look on Ebay and Amazon!!

Thanks so much

always
natalie jo

 

[Kevi12]

Yeah, I feel alot lighter now
I still need to use my knee brace just in case you know?
I don't want to be too carefree cause it might injure it in 1 game haha

 

[nataliejo]

Yeah, I feel alot lighter now
I still need to use my knee brace just in case you know?
I don't want to be too carefree cause it might injure it in 1 game haha

I know exactly what you mean Kevi ... they do say peeps have to take it careful because it strains their bones ..

best wishes
keep up the good work hun

always
natalie jo

 

[Kevi12]

hehe thanks, any updates pink_clouds?
Everyone, it's almost spring break, any plans?
Mine is set workout the whole week hehe

 

[pink clouds]

Thanks Pink Clouds!! and Everyone else!!
for your wonderful support. Always nice to hear all of you cheering me on ... Thanks so much!!

love yas all
natalie jo

Don't mention it darlin' you've always been so sweet to me and everyone else


Hey Kevi

You know about the ankle thing, I used to have friends in track when I was in school and the coach used to make them ....how do i explain it....like use their toes to do all the letters of the alphabet in order to exercise their ankles....and as you know, track is rather high impact. No updates on me until Friday so far as weight is concerned, although I think I ate enough today to put on an extra layer of insulation Not that I really ate so much, but the things I ate, the soda I drank, I didn't even eat my fruits and veggies today.

Another bad thing, which I really need to get a handle on, sometimes I ignore my hunger because I want to do something else...I had breakfast at 10:30 lunch at 1:30 and dinner at 9:15!! As you know that is also not good for weight loss. I didn't even want to eat breakfast Ahdunno sometimes the routine and repetition is too much for me, that 4-5 meals a day thing is next to impossible for me to do.

I finally started some form of exercise/movement last night. I did 2 hours of yoga!! Well my interpretation of it anyways. I watched some yoga vids and did what i remembered. I liked it! I am planning on doing 30 more minutes of it tonight. By next week I plan to pick up the pace with some cardio.

So it's spring break time huh? Maybe that's the reason I am getting the urge to call in sick everyday (just kidding)

 

[bbubbles21]

i too am over 200 pounds, and still have allot of weight to lose

 

[cameraobscura]

Okay everyone, tomorrow I start back up on not being such a fat kid anymore. If I don't work out, someone needs to come to my house and give me a good slap in the face. Its getting really warm here in Arizona so I can start walking/running outside and its absolutely gorgeous. I've gotta work off a couple extra lbs than I normally would since St Patty's Day (and my boyfriend's brithday) are coming up haha.

What are some things everyone's been doing lately to keep themselves happy with their workouts?

 

[veronandez86]

Okay everyone, tomorrow I start back up on not being such a fat kid anymore. If I don't work out, someone needs to come to my house and give me a good slap in the face. Its getting really warm here in Arizona so I can start walking/running outside and its absolutely gorgeous. I've gotta work off a couple extra lbs than I normally would since St Patty's Day (and my boyfriend's brithday) are coming up haha.

What are some things everyone's been doing lately to keep themselves happy with their workouts?

I've been doing a different video every week. That way I dont get bored to easily.

Yeah it has been nice over here in AZ. I think I too am going to start walking outside and rideing a bike. I suppose we better start soon, before it get's so hot that we dont want to leave our houses.

Veronica

 

[Kevi12]

It's good to hear everyone's State/City is getting warmer
I found a running buddy hehe, a girl that I like lol. (odd)

Pink I might try what you friend did haha maybe it'll work.
I'm now 207.8 hehehe i lost a pound

 

[nataliejo]

i too am over 200 pounds, and still have allot of weight to lose

Hey ...
I noticed you haven't started a diary ..
what are your weight loss goals hun?


laterz
natalie jo

 

[nataliejo]

It's good to hear everyone's State/City is getting warmer
I found a running buddy hehe, a girl that I like lol. (odd)

Pink I might try what you friend did haha maybe it'll work.
I'm now 207.8 hehehe i lost a pound

Thats cool Kevi
congrats on the pound!
and I think I may try that exercise too Pink ... good thing .. my ankle has been killing me ..

ttylater
natalie jo

 

[pink clouds]

What are some things everyone's been doing lately to keep themselves happy with their workouts?

Hey Cameraobscura
I just started working out, but what I do is pick things I looove doing, so that i do not feel as if i am "working out" but having fun. A real exercise soldier on this thread is Nataliejo...I am not trying to minimize anyone else's routine, because everyone is doing so well. Nataliejo once walked in a freaking blizzard for 45 minutes! for-ty-fiiiiive minutes HA if I attempted that, the only person that would be walking for 45 minutes is the rescue crew.

Welcome aboard Bubbles you'll feel right at home on this thread, we have an awesome crew of hotties here

Kevi and Nataliejo hope it works good for you. One thing that I tried and it worked for me...and I am no track star, just being fat and standing for excessive amounts of time at an old job....its a foot massage thing made out of wood and shaped like an hourglass sort of. I will look for it. you just put it on the floor and roll your feet back and forth on it. I bought it at wal-mart for like $2 or $3. It TOTALLY stopped my ankle pain. Okay I found a pic of something similar to it...it was smooth though...the bumps did not have pointed peaks like this one.


Have a great tomorrow everyone!!