I think for some of us (I know me for sure) there are health issues and physical limitations due to illnesses, injuries, etc. For instance, I have some serious spinal issues so I get steroid shots (like 6-8 at a time) for my spine, that brings down my resistance. Then when I get sick, and my respiratory system is severely compromised then I have to take oral steroids. Steroids put on weight and make it harder to lose…a doctor once told me that I could eat nothing for 4 months and not lose an ounce because the steroids do something that locks on the weight. Added to that, with my spinal issues and arthritis in both knees, and a newly torn meniscus in my right knee, walking for 20-30 minutes IS NOT an option. Walking 10 minutes is most likely not an option either.
In the weight loss group, everyone should know going in that some do have a harder time due to health. It is not a race of who is losing the fastest, but rather a group where everyone cheers everyone else on…a little support to help along the way. From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Shanna Machanpalli Sent: Wednesday, January 19, 2011 9:40 PM To: [email protected] Subject: RE: [Chihuahuas] 2 things hey, don't forget to drink lots of water daily! Walking 20min a day, and drinking water daily will make you lose weight (slowly) without really changing your diet, unless your addicted to Mcdonalds! :) I am in the same boat as some of you. weight has always been an issue. at one time my heaviest was 325! then I decided to do something about it. I bought this book called "walking for life" or something like. it had to with walking daily & eating smarter. I started walking 20-30min a day, and changed what I ate. I loved ice cream so what I did was cut out my milk during the day, and had 1 cup of ice cream in the evening time. I had a nice breakfast, mid morning snack like cottage cheese, had a sandwitch at lunch, mid afternoon eats, then had a good dinner like chicken, veggies and a baked potatoe. its took about 6 months or so, but I lost about 100 lbs! I stayed at about 200-210 for along time. when I stopped working 1 1/2 years ago, I gained some weight. went cose to 260. now have lost some and back down to 240. I just cut out my milk and cereal, and snacks, but continued eating my normal food and walk with ricky a few times a day. yes I would love to be on the chi wagon with everyone else... should call the new group the "weight wagon express"! because we want to go on a express weight loss!! <http://mail.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/i/mesg/tsmileys2/18.gif> Shanna & Ricky Las Vegas Nevada!! My Chi Ricky... Is A HeartBeat At My Feet Kavis Christening n Communion Store Visit my eBay Store: http://stores.ebay.com/Kavis-Christening-n-Communion-Store --- On Thu, 1/20/11, Sandra Wheeler <[email protected]> wrote: From: Sandra Wheeler <[email protected]> Subject: RE: [Chihuahuas] 2 things To: [email protected] Date: Thursday, January 20, 2011, 2:35 AM When I lost the 50 lbs I didn’t give up anything but I cut way down on carbs and sweets. I also walked and rode my bike a lot. Sandy From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Carol Smet Sent: Wednesday, January 19, 2011 4:32 PM To: [email protected] Subject: Re: [Chihuahuas] 2 things Deanna that is a great idea!!! Really great. I lost about eighty pounds a few years ago and it came back a lot faster than if left. I am now taking meds twice a day plus an injection. I take 7 pills in the morning and another 4 in the evening. My cholesterol and BP is way too high even on meds. My mother died along with her two siblings in their early ages. Mom was 58 just three years older than me. I am scared but I lack motivation on my own. I think a side group is a great idea. We can pick a weigh in day and post results weekly. And on a daily basis we can tell of our challenges and pitfalls. We can encourage each other and reach out when we need a helper to stop us from cheating. What do you think? Also I just got home with Maxwell (Maxx) the new boy chi. He is very scared and in hiding right now in a free standing pen I set up to acclimating him in slowly. He was in a cage for the last 11 months so freedom is something he doesn't know. He of course bit me once while I was trying to crate him, but all is well. As soon as I can snap a picture I well. Carol Anne and crew On Wed, Jan 19, 2011 at 4:24 PM, Deanna Corey <[email protected] <http://us.mc1212.mail.yahoo.com/mc/[email protected]> > wrote: Last year I lost over 120 lbs! And it is with great sadness that I share with you that I have put 40 of it back on. I am really scared! I have to get back on track somehow!! Please pray for me that I can get started again! Maybe we could do a weight loss group through here...I really need help! Wagging Tails in the Dog Park! Deanna and the Dog Park Gang: Nugget, Shuai Li, Mable, Mouse, Myrtle, Madison, Caleb and Maxine >From the mountains of CA On Jan 19, 2011, at 10:02 AM, Carol Smet <[email protected] <http://us.mc1212.mail.yahoo.com/mc/[email protected]> > wrote: I know what you mean about the chi's watching the TV with you. I do the same. Last night we watched the biggest loser and it really motivated me. I am on more meds than I care to count and I believe half at least could go if I only dropped this extra weight. We are starting tomorrow and going until Spring Break mid April. We all show up the first day with a $10 gift card. The person who loses the most percentage wins the pile of gift cards. I can"t wait to spend my gift cards!!! lol Carol Anne On Wed, Jan 19, 2011 at 12:52 PM, Dunwoody, Amanda <[email protected] <http://us.mc1212.mail.yahoo.com/mc/[email protected]> > wrote: My mom is doing something similar to that at her work. They’ve got a money pot going to see who will lose the largest percentage of weight by sometime in April. The chis and I have started also watching this new reality TV show called Heavy. It comes on Monday nights on A and E channel. I saw the first episode Monday night and just cried for the people on that show because their lives were so effected by their weight. But by the end of the show they were happy and working towards their goal of losing weight and looked awesome. I was so happy for them. Of course the chis couldn’t figure out why mommy was laughing and crying at the same time. Jack was really confused, poor little guy. From: [email protected] <http://us.mc1212.mail.yahoo.com/mc/[email protected]> [mailto:[email protected] <http://us.mc1212.mail.yahoo.com/mc/[email protected]> ] On Behalf Of [email protected] <http://us.mc1212.mail.yahoo.com/mc/[email protected]> Sent: Wednesday, January 19, 2011 11:45 AM To: [email protected] <http://us.mc1212.mail.yahoo.com/mc/[email protected]> Subject: Re: [Chihuahuas] 2 things Don't feel bad I am starting the biggest loser at work tomorrow. I am hoping to drop at least fifty pounds! Maybe I should worry about my weight as much as I worry about my chi's! Then I can take a lot medicine. Sent on the Sprint® Now Network from my BlackBerry® _____ From: "Dunwoody, Amanda" <[email protected] <http://us.mc1212.mail.yahoo.com/mc/[email protected]> > Sender: [email protected] <http://us.mc1212.mail.yahoo.com/mc/[email protected]> Date: Wed, 19 Jan 2011 11:40:23 -0600 To: <[email protected] <http://us.mc1212.mail.yahoo.com/mc/[email protected]> > ReplyTo: [email protected] <http://us.mc1212.mail.yahoo.com/mc/[email protected]> Subject: RE: [Chihuahuas] 2 things For some reason it makes me feel better to know that our little ones have trouble just like us when it comes to losing weight. This is somewhat off topic for this group but I started a new years resolution to lose weight this year and I can tell it’s getting close to lunch time because I’m hungry. Weight never seems to come off as easily as it came on…..sigh From: [email protected] <http://us.mc1212.mail.yahoo.com/mc/[email protected]> [mailto:[email protected] <http://us.mc1212.mail.yahoo.com/mc/[email protected]> ] On Behalf Of Carol Smet Sent: Wednesday, January 19, 2011 11:36 AM To: [email protected] <http://us.mc1212.mail.yahoo.com/mc/[email protected]> Subject: Re: [Chihuahuas] 2 things I have rescued several overweight chi"S and put them on diets straight away. Actually the little boy I am picking up will go on one too. Being overweight is very hard on their little frames and has some serious health risks. Not to mention it shortens their lifespan. That being said I feed mine half their allotted amount in the am and half again in the pm. If they seems to be hungry still I might give them a few pieces in the mid-day. I have them that range from 2.85 to 7 pounds and none of mine have had a single problem. Hope this help ease your mind. On Wed, Jan 19, 2011 at 3:58 AM, marinegal <[email protected] <http://us.mc1212.mail.yahoo.com/mc/[email protected]> > wrote: ok this is day 3 of Gurgis diet he is really overweight but i am afraid that he is going to go hypoglycemic on me with such strict feeding. Should i worry about this? I am so worried about his weight he is so fat. He is banned from all people food and he gets a single kibble for a treat and when he gets really crazy for food. Is it too late to get in on the secret pal? thank you Aimi and Gurgi -- Carol Muchacha, Bella Rose, Chibbie, Blue, Cooper, Ruth Anne, Gracie, ChiChi, Granny and Holly Noel -- Carol Muchacha, Bella Rose, Chibbie, Blue, Cooper, Ruth Anne, Gracie, ChiChi, Granny and Holly Noel -- Carol Muchacha, Bella Rose, Chibbie, Blue, Cooper, Ruth Anne, Gracie, ChiChi, Granny and Holly Noel
