Valapalooza's Diary

Val,

thanks for stopping in my diary.


I haven't lost 20 lbs yet, so I can't say yet. I don't think you should get fusterated just yet. You've done an amazing job so far losing over 20lbs and that is definately not something to take lightly. You will see results in clothes. Like twinmom does, do the math and it is impossible to not get results, it is only a matter of time.

I hope you're having a great day!:D
 
valapalooza said:
Okay- so it looks like it's time for an update.

First of all- Silver- I actually took all of my measurements the day I got my TurboJam DVD's in the mail. I should probably do an updated measurement soon so I can see what's going on. I feel like doing it every week might not show enough progress for me, but maybe if I do it twice a month (on payday :))

On to other news- I know that I reported that I can pull those silly pair of shorts off without unbuttoning or unzipping them, but I'm no longer feeling so excited about that. (Well.. I am excited b/c I think the shorts are ugly and I'm glad that I can't wear them anymore- lol) The problem is that none of my other clothes seem to be fitting me much differently.... with the exception of some of my pants being a bit baggy under my butt. But I can't even get excited about that b/c I carry the most of my weight in my midsection- so I look ridiculous in pants that are still kind of tight in the stomach, but are way too loose in the back. Grr It would be one thing if I had only lost 5 pounds or even 10... but I'm finding it very frustrating to have lost over 20 pounds and not see any notable difference in my clothing. Did anyone else have this problem??
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Hey... I COMPLTETLY know what you're talking about in regards to the saggy butt of your pants! A few pairs of pants that I have from when I was 30+ from where I am now still fit my waste (mush more comfortably) but look like I would fit a small family in the butt! It is frustrating!! So, although I have no idea how to make this butt problem go away I know how you feel!!
 
I'm thinking we really DO need to be buddies. Same age, weight, goal AND we both have saggy butt pants!!! hahaha
 
Hey Val. I can relate. I was 6 lbs lighter than I am now before last christmas. I had a pair of size 16 (UK) trousers that fit me just nicely so they were flattering, and I had my mum take-in a favourite dress of mine that fits below the bust then is nice and flowing/floaty and it was actually quite closely fitting below the bust. Well, I thought I'd try on the trousers because my other size 16s are fitting me really well now ...... they were a bit tight and very unflattering :( . I wasn't too concerned because I knew that I was a few pounds heavier than I had been. But then I tried the dress on and it was actually looser around the mid section than it had been when I was lighter.

Bottom line (no pun intended ;) ) my understanding is that weight goes on in a particular order (your problem areas first :rolleyes: ) and it comes off in the reverse order. So, for me I carry my weight around my bum, thighs and lower tummy (hence the tighter trousers) and I lose it first from my mid section and shoulders (hence the dress was looser). It should all go in the end, though ;)

I hope you followed my ramblings :D
 
I started this 26 pounds ago, and my size 22 jeans were too tight to wear without pain. Now they are totally baggy in the butt and thighs, but still pretty much fit around the waist. (Some of my shorts are getting loose in the waist, but not my jeans.) I definitely have NO love for my fat belly!

I don't have any 20's, but I tried some on at the mall and they fit pretty well in the waist and a lot better in the butt. My 18's fit great in the butt and thighs, but I can barely zip them and I have a huge belly tire over the top of them! I'm not sure what kind of person they design these jeans around, but it's obviously not someone with a big belly!

On a positive note, I am pretty sure that the belly has to go away eventually. Mine is definitely smaller than it was, because I can actually sit down, eat and breathe in my 22's - couldn't do that 26 pounds ago! But, it has a long way to go to catch up with my bottom half. But if you keep losing fat, eventually your body has to start emptying out the belly fat, too! :D
 
Don't forget Val, it's not 20 pounds just from ur tummy/hips/waist. It's 20 pounds everywhere. So you probably lost some fat in your face, your butt, your arms, your legs, your thighs, everywhere. I didn't really notice my clothes feeling too loose til I had lost about +30 pounds or so. I wouldn't worry about it. Cause you're making huge strides so far. :)
 
C is so right. You lose everywhere, fingers, toes, wrists etc.... so you may not see it so drastically for awhile. I bought a pair of pants that were a size smaller; however, I pulled this shirt out of the closet that I thought for sure if I was down a pant size it would fit me now because it was just a bit tight actually. No way. It fit just the same too tight in the chest. Be patient. It will come. You are doing great. Stay off the scale if you can. I know people keep telling you, but muscle weighs 3x the weight of fat. Just focus on the daily task of eating right an excercise. You are much better at the exercise than I am. I'm totally jealous of your resolve. If you get discouraged then I'll feel really bad. See how I made this totally about me and my needs? I need you to stay positive!
 
Hey guys- thanks for chiming in. I know that it's 20 pounds from everywhere- and I'm not expecting anything drastic... I guess it's just hard to swallow. I mean, when I think about it, 20 pounds sounds like a lot! If I gained 20 pounds in less than 2 months, I know I would freak out and my clothes would feel 10 times tighter- so I just assumed the reverse would be true. I'll just keep trucking along in my fat clothes and try again in a few weeks.

And as far as taking my measurements goes- I pulled out the tape measure again to compare to when I last took my measurements, and I think I saw part of the problem. I have lost almost two inches in my waist- but not even a smidge in my hips. It's that stinkin lower part of my stomach that's ruining all my fun! lol Hopefully that will start going away soon and keep up with the rest of my body.

Oh well- I probably won't be on here much during the day today. I actually need to get some things done at work! lol Hope everyone has a good one!
 
Isn't that funny how that works, you lose everywhere that you don't care about first, and the part you want to lose the most is the last to start going! Same way here. Keep at it and those stubborn areas will go! You're doing great
 
Hey Val, I guess you and me are a couple of pears :D Its swings and roundabouts. I have problems with my bum and tummy sticking out, but my mum is an apple shape and she gets the spare tyre above her waist line. She has lovely slim legs, and my thighs are really chunky. Its all body shapes :rolleyes:
 
Let's just say that it's a good thing that a new challenge starts tomorrow because I have been feeling LAZY lately. I am tired, hot, crabby and lazy. What a wonderful combination- I'm sure everyone is enjoying having me around today! lol

On the upside- Tuesday I played hookie from work and slept three extra hours and then wandered around downtown. I walked into a random hair salon thinking I would just get a trim- which is a very risky move- and the lady who did my hair started cutting off a LOT more than a trim. BUT, my hair is super cute now. I love it. I was standing in front of a window with my bf yesterday looking at my reflection and I asked him, "Do you hate how cute I look right now?" - He laughed of course, but I think he's really happy to hear me be a little more optimistic about myself.

Now if only I could get my tummy to start diminishing... and if I could stop being so lazy...

And can someone please tell me what "dh" refers to in peoples diaries? I was assuming it meant something husband?? but I don't know. Darling husband? Dumb husband? Deranged husband?
 
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I have no idea what dh mean.. although, now I am curious also.

Yay for cute new hair!! I love getting my hair cut! It is always an instant mood booster when it looks good!

As for being lazy... it's hot everywhere!! Lazy-ness is unavoidable but hopefully this challenge will pull you out of your tired, hot, crabby and lazy day! :)
 
hf2006 said:
So, it seems that you are basically my body double... lol
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Could be! It seems from your photo that you are pretty fairskinned- and I've got to say that I'm as pale as they come (dark hair too) lol
 
LOL... oh wow. Another tall dark haired white girl like myself! I'm so happy! My in-laws are all tan really easily and can't figure out why I can't... they call me the albino:(. It's not like I'm THAT pale... well, maybe my legs. ;) At least there's another one out there!!
 
HAHAHAHAHAHA!! I love that you bleached your eyebrows!! That is so funny!!!!!!! I am dying... my stomach actually hurts from laughing. Oh, thanks for the workout ;)
 
Isn't that funny, how you wouldn't have walked into a salon and asked for a lot to be cut off, but now that it is done you love it ... that is so cool! It teaches us all to take a risk now and then ;)

I haven't actually noticed dh in peoples diaries, but now I am really curious!! Please, somebody, anybody, enlighten us ..... :confused:
 
valapalooza said:
And can someone please tell me what "dh" refers to in peoples diaries? I was assuming it meant something husband?? but I don't know. Darling husband? Dumb husband? Deranged husband?
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DH = Dear Husband

Although I like your ideas better. I got quite the chuckle out of deranged husband.
 
Manaloa said:
DH = Dear Husband

Although I like your ideas better. I got quite the chuckle out of deranged husband.
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Thanks for the clarification! I think the deranged husband sounds pretty good too :), but I guess dear husband is a lot nicer.

Anyway- I went out to eat today with the whole family. I guess I figured that with this little break in between challenges, there was a little room for enjoyment. We went to Chicago Pizzeria Uno, and I was good enough to order the Simple Grill (or something to that nature) which was essentially just a grilled chicken breast, steamed broccoli and rice. BUT, I did have a couple bites of my bf's pizza. It was deep dish. I couldn't resist. At least I didn't order a whole pizza and eat the whole stinking thing!

So- on to this upcoming challenge: I'm excited because I would really like to get into the 220's by the end of this challenge. There will be a few challenges for me along the way- Monday and Tuesday I will be in Chicago for training. We're doing a dinner cruise Monday night on the lake. There will be food.. there will be beverages.. of this I am sure. I am just going to have to remind myself what the ultimate goal is here. The ultimate goal is not to stuff myself on the silly boat... it is to look smashingly gorgeous! :p If I can get through the Chicago trip without too much damage, I should be golden.
 
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