I"ve been going to the gym for classes. Mostly they are step classes, but they also use weights and do some toning work.
I lost .8 pounds last week, at least it was something. Last week I went to the gym every day. Not sure if I will do that this week. Maybe 3 days... we'll see.
I'm worried about when school starts. They have evening classes 3 days and both weekend days, so I can still go then. Just hope I can keep this up.
Roni

I've been doing well with exercise--still walking at least 6 hours a week, and working out on the weight machine for at least 20 minutes three times a week--but have only lost one pound in two weeks, and only half an inch in measurements. I will have to do a bit more, and eat a bit less.

Pat in Rockport, TX

I was much more committed this week in the food department after my daughter's less than gracious comments and I lost 2 pounds. I feel so much better about myself. I continue to walk with the weights. Decided I need to do that in moderation so I don"t end up with Popeye arms. Couldn't believe the muscles developing in my forearms

Okay, another week done. I did manage to use the weight machine on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, for about 15 to 20 minutes each time. I walked 6 and a half hours total this week. I didn't lose even one pound, but there are 1 3/4 inches gone off my measurements, so I must have exchanged some fluffy fat for some muscle mass. I'm a happy camper today. How did you do?

Pat in Rockport, TX

good for you Nancy! Every bit helps. Karen

Congrats to everyone on their progress this week - weight loss and looser-fitting clothes! I have lost 0.8 of a pound. I'm happy with that.

Nancy

Wow Pat you are really doing some heavy duty walking. Good for you.

I'm back to exercising and hope to stick with it. I've walked 1 hour a day every day since Sunday, and have worked out Monday and today on our weight machine. I'm going to try to do the weight machine at least 3 times a week, 3 reps of 7 different exercises. Hope I can stick with it.

The hurricane is not very near us, but we're getting some thunder and lightning, so I won't be able to stay on the computer long--even though we have surge protectors, we still unplug the electronic stuff during storms.

Pat in Rockport, TX

Hi Nancy
I'm glad you found us and just know you are not alone. I can understand that travel would make it very difficult to lose weight because I have really cut back on fast food. We never ate out a lot, but I picked it up and brought it home. Same thing. A lot of restaurants have their menus online along with nutritional information. I check this before I eat and am able to make an informed decision. It's all about baby steps and life style changes you can live with.

Hi everyone! I recently found this forum. You all are such an inspiration, and I need help losing weight.

I'm trying to watch my calories and write down what I eat. I can keep this up for about a week, and see some progress, but then I'm out of town for a few days with my job, which tends to blow the diet! Then I'm back at square one. How discouraging & frustrating!

I will report in on Fridays.

Nancy

Hahaha Sandy. You know what I would have done. Oh well, points for trying, I'm going to go watch TV.

Perfect Linda. You accomplished two things at one time. I learned last night that my treadmill does not work when the power is off.

I have to share this with you all - I've been meaning to walk more, but have a g-zillion excuses. Today my DH had to take the truck to town for minor repairs; I asked him to drop me off at "4 corners," and I would walk to the LQS! Took in my 1/2 hr walk, and spent 1-1/2 hrs brousing the quilt store! I feel so clever... BTW, the walk was delightful. Down a country lane through woods and light traffic, birds singing, perfect temps with a cool Lake Superior breeze! It is a good day.

Good for you, Sherry. Thinking about it is the first positive step.

I don't have a treadmill anymore, but I do walk my golden retriever every morning for 30 minutes. I got in the car to see just how far it was and we walk 1.6 miles every day very early in the morning before it gets too hot, say between 5:00 and 6:00 a.m. Then my exercise is over for the day. If the mood motivates me, I can go to water aerobics twice a week, but the mood REALLY has to be there, more often NOT.

So, start by walking to the mailbox, then go a little further on down the street, and a little further the next day and so on. Before you know it, you will be fit and trim. Judy in hot and humid AZ