Guest guest Posted September 9, 2006 Report Share Posted September 9, 2006 Hey, Whitney, nice to meet you. We weigh about the same, and I have hypothyroid too. Actually, I started out at 183 and now I've lost a few pounds in the last week, I started on the 1st. I wouldn't worry about eating so much--it keeps me from being obsessed with food because I'm never hungry. I am already really enjoying the program and I'm feelling great about it. My arms are already more defined, I can't wait to see what they look like in 11 weeks. I'm waiting for my husband to come home so I can hit the gym for my LBWO. Cheers! beth Whitney wrote: Hey everyone! My name is Whitney I'm brand new & will be beginning BFL on Monday I have read the book (months ago) and will be re-reading it this weekend to brush up on my BFL-ing....and meal planning for the next week. I am a former gym rat & former active duty USAF (and gym goer) turned stay at home mom...I got out in 2001 and had 2 babies (one in 2001 one in 2003), and staying home, volunteering & going to school full time working out & eating right took a backseat. A lot of weight crept up on me, about 40 lbs worth. My goals are to lose 45 lbs, develop healthy(er) eating habits, and be a great example to my children (soon to be 3 & 5), increase my stamina & look good with or without clothes <haha!> I do work out quite often, doing spinning, step, hi/ kickboxing, etc. but this weight is not budging. I need to have a more structured weight training, and more consistent cardio. I am struggling with a potential hypo active thyroid & lupus. I am concerned about eating so often, it seems like a lot & I am worried about becoming food obsessed & overdoing it (as I do tend to overeat) Any suggestions are appreciated! Current weight as of this morning is 182.5 I will weigh myself every Saturday or Sunday most likely. Nice to " meet " all of you! ~*~Whitney~*~ Feminism is the radical notion that women are people. --------------------------------- Get your email and more, right on the new Yahoo.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 9, 2006 Report Share Posted September 9, 2006 Hi Whitney, my name is Laurie, I will be starting on Monday too. Does anyone have any ideas for snacks? Other than a cheese stick and apple? > > Hey everyone! > My name is Whitney I'm brand new & will be beginning BFL on Monday I have read the book (months ago) and will be re-reading it this weekend to brush up on my BFL-ing....and meal planning for the next week. I am a former gym rat & former active duty USAF (and gym goer) turned stay at home mom...I got out in 2001 and had 2 babies (one in 2001 one in 2003), and staying home, volunteering & going to school full time working out & eating right took a backseat. A lot of weight crept up on me, about 40 lbs worth. My goals are to lose 45 lbs, develop healthy(er) eating habits, and be a great example to my children (soon to be 3 & 5), increase my stamina & look good with or without clothes <haha!> > > I do work out quite often, doing spinning, step, hi/ kickboxing, etc. but this weight is not budging. I need to have a more structured weight training, and more consistent cardio. I am struggling with a potential hypo active thyroid & lupus. > > I am concerned about eating so often, it seems like a lot & I am worried about becoming food obsessed & overdoing it (as I do tend to overeat) Any suggestions are appreciated! > Current weight as of this morning is 182.5 I will weigh myself every Saturday or Sunday most likely. > > Nice to " meet " all of you! > > > > > > > ~*~Whitney~*~ > Feminism is the radical notion that women are people. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > --------------------------------- > Get your email and more, right on the new Yahoo.com > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 10, 2006 Report Share Posted September 10, 2006 One of my favorite snacks in general too is an apple cut up and dipped into natural almond butter. I can't stomach natural peanut butter...but the AB is REALLY good. How about choppped veggies dipped in hummus? I like hummus and have yet to make it myself I think I'll give it a try soon! Nice meeting you Laurie! Whitney laurieannfleming wrote: Hi Whitney, my name is Laurie, I will be starting on Monday too. Does anyone have any ideas for snacks? Other than a cheese stick and apple? > > Hey everyone! > My name is Whitney I'm brand new & will be beginning BFL on Monday I have read the book (months ago) and will be re-reading it this weekend to brush up on my BFL-ing....and meal planning for the next week. I am a former gym rat & former active duty USAF (and gym goer) turned stay at home mom...I got out in 2001 and had 2 babies (one in 2001 one in 2003), and staying home, volunteering & going to school full time working out & eating right took a backseat. A lot of weight crept up on me, about 40 lbs worth. My goals are to lose 45 lbs, develop healthy(er) eating habits, and be a great example to my children (soon to be 3 & 5), increase my stamina & look good with or without clothes <haha!> > > I do work out quite often, doing spinning, step, hi/ kickboxing, etc. but this weight is not budging. I need to have a more structured weight training, and more consistent cardio. I am struggling with a potential hypo active thyroid & lupus. > > I am concerned about eating so often, it seems like a lot & I am worried about becoming food obsessed & overdoing it (as I do tend to overeat) Any suggestions are appreciated! > Current weight as of this morning is 182.5 I will weigh myself every Saturday or Sunday most likely. > > Nice to " meet " all of you! > > > > > > > ~*~Whitney~*~ > Feminism is the radical notion that women are people. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > --------------------------------- > Get your email and more, right on the new Yahoo.com > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 10, 2006 Report Share Posted September 10, 2006 Now wait just a minute...I'm sure that cheese is a no-no, I read it...too much fat. Especially in a first challenge. Right? And nut butters could get you in deep trouble, jmho. beth Whitney wrote: One of my favorite snacks in general too is an apple cut up and dipped into natural almond butter. I can't stomach natural peanut butter...but the AB is REALLY good. How about choppped veggies dipped in hummus? I like hummus and have yet to make it myself I think I'll give it a try soon! Nice meeting you Laurie! Whitney laurieannfleming wrote: Hi Whitney, my name is Laurie, I will be starting on Monday too. Does anyone have any ideas for snacks? Other than a cheese stick and apple? > > Hey everyone! > My name is Whitney I'm brand new & will be beginning BFL on Monday I have read the book (months ago) and will be re-reading it this weekend to brush up on my BFL-ing....and meal planning for the next week. I am a former gym rat & former active duty USAF (and gym goer) turned stay at home mom...I got out in 2001 and had 2 babies (one in 2001 one in 2003), and staying home, volunteering & going to school full time working out & eating right took a backseat. A lot of weight crept up on me, about 40 lbs worth. My goals are to lose 45 lbs, develop healthy(er) eating habits, and be a great example to my children (soon to be 3 & 5), increase my stamina & look good with or without clothes <haha!> > > I do work out quite often, doing spinning, step, hi/ kickboxing, etc. but this weight is not budging. I need to have a more structured weight training, and more consistent cardio. I am struggling with a potential hypo active thyroid & lupus. > > I am concerned about eating so often, it seems like a lot & I am worried about becoming food obsessed & overdoing it (as I do tend to overeat) Any suggestions are appreciated! > Current weight as of this morning is 182.5 I will weigh myself every Saturday or Sunday most likely. > > Nice to " meet " all of you! > > > > > > > ~*~Whitney~*~ > Feminism is the radical notion that women are people. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > --------------------------------- > Get your email and more, right on the new Yahoo.com > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 11, 2006 Report Share Posted September 11, 2006 I'm not sure what the BFL site says, but it is good to get healthy fats. Just don't overdo it! A tablespoon should be fine. Andy > > I thought I read on the BFL website that it's encouraged to get so much healthy fats per day, that could come from a tablespoon of natural nut butter? I'll go check & check back with you guys > Whit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 11, 2006 Report Share Posted September 11, 2006 Snack Ideas Here are some of my snack ideas, but I am ready for some new ones if anyone has any. Cottage cheese & yogurt (or fruit), sprinkled with grapenuts, wheatgerm, almonds or shredded wheat cereal for crunch Artichoke Dip: Cottage Cheese, parmesean cheese, artichokes, garlic salt and a little olive oil put in the food processor. Heat in the oven or microwave to get it warm. Eat with Pita Bread. Pudding: Mix sugar free pudding with cottage cheese. Blend it up and it is a great guiltfree snack. Open Face Sandwich: 1 slice whole wheat bread, spread with all fruit spread, top with cottage cheese Open Face Sandwich II: 1 slice of wholewheat, toasted. Brush bread with olive oil, sliced tomatoes and top with cottage cheese. Sprinkle with parmesean cheese and put under the broiler until the paremesean is browned. Bowl of Cereal: Mix milk and a scoop of protein powder. Pour milk mixture over your favorite cereal (non sugary) and enjoy. Iced Coffee: Leftover morning coffee, milk, scoop of vanilla protein powder, a little vanilla and ice cubes. Put in blender and enjoy. Depending on how much milk you use, eat with a piece of fruit. These are some of my favorites. I can give more exact recipies if anyone wants them. janna > > > > Hey everyone! > > My name is Whitney I'm brand new & will be beginning BFL on > Monday I have read the book (months ago) and will be re-reading it > this weekend to brush up on my BFL-ing....and meal planning for the > next week. I am a former gym rat & former active duty USAF (and gym > goer) turned stay at home mom...I got out in 2001 and had 2 babies > (one in 2001 one in 2003), and staying home, volunteering & going to > school full time working out & eating right took a backseat. A lot > of weight crept up on me, about 40 lbs worth. My goals are to lose > 45 lbs, develop healthy(er) eating habits, and be a great example to > my children (soon to be 3 & 5), increase my stamina & look good with > or without clothes <haha!> > > > > I do work out quite often, doing spinning, step, hi/ kickboxing, > etc. but this weight is not budging. I need to have a more > structured weight training, and more consistent cardio. I am > struggling with a potential hypo active thyroid & lupus. > > > > I am concerned about eating so often, it seems like a lot & I am > worried about becoming food obsessed & overdoing it (as I do tend to > overeat) Any suggestions are appreciated! > > Current weight as of this morning is 182.5 I will weigh myself > every Saturday or Sunday most likely. > > > > Nice to " meet " all of you! > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > ~*~Whitney~*~ > > Feminism is the radical notion that women are people. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > --------------------------------- > > Get your email and more, right on the new Yahoo.com > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 11, 2006 Report Share Posted September 11, 2006 Janna thanks for this! I'm putting this into a word doc so I can save & print it out! Thanks again :0) I'm hankerin' for some cottage cheese & fruit w/ wheat germ right now. Am I the only one who LOVES wheat germ?! YUMMMM LOL Whit spdrcr917 wrote: Snack Ideas Here are some of my snack ideas, but I am ready for some new ones if anyone has any. Cottage cheese & yogurt (or fruit), sprinkled with grapenuts, wheatgerm, almonds or shredded wheat cereal for crunch Artichoke Dip: Cottage Cheese, parmesean cheese, artichokes, garlic salt and a little olive oil put in the food processor. Heat in the oven or microwave to get it warm. Eat with Pita Bread. Pudding: Mix sugar free pudding with cottage cheese. Blend it up and it is a great guiltfree snack. Open Face Sandwich: 1 slice whole wheat bread, spread with all fruit spread, top with cottage cheese Open Face Sandwich II: 1 slice of wholewheat, toasted. Brush bread with olive oil, sliced tomatoes and top with cottage cheese. Sprinkle with parmesean cheese and put under the broiler until the paremesean is browned. Bowl of Cereal: Mix milk and a scoop of protein powder. Pour milk mixture over your favorite cereal (non sugary) and enjoy. Iced Coffee: Leftover morning coffee, milk, scoop of vanilla protein powder, a little vanilla and ice cubes. Put in blender and enjoy. Depending on how much milk you use, eat with a piece of fruit. These are some of my favorites. I can give more exact recipies if anyone wants them. janna > > > > Hey everyone! > > My name is Whitney I'm brand new & will be beginning BFL on > Monday I have read the book (months ago) and will be re-reading it > this weekend to brush up on my BFL-ing....and meal planning for the > next week. I am a former gym rat & former active duty USAF (and gym > goer) turned stay at home mom...I got out in 2001 and had 2 babies > (one in 2001 one in 2003), and staying home, volunteering & going to > school full time working out & eating right took a backseat. A lot > of weight crept up on me, about 40 lbs worth. My goals are to lose > 45 lbs, develop healthy(er) eating habits, and be a great example to > my children (soon to be 3 & 5), increase my stamina & look good with > or without clothes <haha!> > > > > I do work out quite often, doing spinning, step, hi/ kickboxing, > etc. but this weight is not budging. I need to have a more > structured weight training, and more consistent cardio. I am > struggling with a potential hypo active thyroid & lupus. > > > > I am concerned about eating so often, it seems like a lot & I am > worried about becoming food obsessed & overdoing it (as I do tend to > overeat) Any suggestions are appreciated! > > Current weight as of this morning is 182.5 I will weigh myself > every Saturday or Sunday most likely. > > > > Nice to " meet " all of you! > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > ~*~Whitney~*~ > > Feminism is the radical notion that women are people. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > --------------------------------- > > Get your email and more, right on the new Yahoo.com > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 11, 2006 Report Share Posted September 11, 2006 Thanks, I love the artichocke recipe, I will to have it tonight, Laurie spdrcr917 wrote: Snack Ideas Here are some of my snack ideas, but I am ready for some new ones if anyone has any. Cottage cheese & yogurt (or fruit), sprinkled with grapenuts, wheatgerm, almonds or shredded wheat cereal for crunch Artichoke Dip: Cottage Cheese, parmesean cheese, artichokes, garlic salt and a little olive oil put in the food processor. Heat in the oven or microwave to get it warm. Eat with Pita Bread. Pudding: Mix sugar free pudding with cottage cheese. Blend it up and it is a great guiltfree snack. Open Face Sandwich: 1 slice whole wheat bread, spread with all fruit spread, top with cottage cheese Open Face Sandwich II: 1 slice of wholewheat, toasted. Brush bread with olive oil, sliced tomatoes and top with cottage cheese. Sprinkle with parmesean cheese and put under the broiler until the paremesean is browned. Bowl of Cereal: Mix milk and a scoop of protein powder. Pour milk mixture over your favorite cereal (non sugary) and enjoy. Iced Coffee: Leftover morning coffee, milk, scoop of vanilla protein powder, a little vanilla and ice cubes. Put in blender and enjoy. Depending on how much milk you use, eat with a piece of fruit. These are some of my favorites. I can give more exact recipies if anyone wants them. janna > > > > Hey everyone! > > My name is Whitney I'm brand new & will be beginning BFL on > Monday I have read the book (months ago) and will be re-reading it > this weekend to brush up on my BFL-ing....and meal planning for the > next week. I am a former gym rat & former active duty USAF (and gym > goer) turned stay at home mom...I got out in 2001 and had 2 babies > (one in 2001 one in 2003), and staying home, volunteering & going to > school full time working out & eating right took a backseat. A lot > of weight crept up on me, about 40 lbs worth. My goals are to lose > 45 lbs, develop healthy(er) eating habits, and be a great example to > my children (soon to be 3 & 5), increase my stamina & look good with > or without clothes <haha!> > > > > I do work out quite often, doing spinning, step, hi/ kickboxing, > etc. but this weight is not budging. I need to have a more > structured weight training, and more consistent cardio. I am > struggling with a potential hypo active thyroid & lupus. > > > > I am concerned about eating so often, it seems like a lot & I am > worried about becoming food obsessed & overdoing it (as I do tend to > overeat) Any suggestions are appreciated! > > Current weight as of this morning is 182.5 I will weigh myself > every Saturday or Sunday most likely. > > > > Nice to " meet " all of you! > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > ~*~Whitney~*~ > > Feminism is the radical notion that women are people. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > --------------------------------- > > Get your email and more, right on the new Yahoo.com > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 11, 2006 Report Share Posted September 11, 2006 Thanks for posting these. I have added to the files section since these are keepers. Andy > > Snack Ideas Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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