Trying hard to lose the pounds!!!!!!!!!

Denny123 · March 2006

Celia,
Thanks so much for all of the info. I have Spenco orthotics in my shoes, but with the faciitis, it hurts to use them, unless I use my "boob heel" of course.
And you do have a point-I am going to shell out whatever I have to to get the best pair of shoes for my feet. I have had this problem since November. My foot started to feel better a month ago, so I started back on my treadmill and only did 10 minutes of aerobics each day, but now the pains are even worse-duh! I know that it is so very important to exercise to incorporate oxygen into my body to help it to heal and fight my Stage 4 cancer, but I have to get this darned foot better first.
I sure hope your back gets much better and we can then chat about how much we are walking again!
Thanks again!
quasi

celia088 · March 2006

Denise--

SPENCO!!!! That was the brand I had for arch supports. Spenco makes all sorts of shoe inserts. They had full-length arch supports and 3/4 length ones. I had the 3/4 length ones that were very firm under the heel and arch and narrowed down to a thin piece of soft foam up towards the toes. They fit very well and were pretty comfortable and started helping me right away. I had had the plantar fasciitis for a year before I knew to do anything about it and I could barely walk by then. I guess it would be difficult to wear them in the acute stage of the fasciitis without the boob deal. I don't remember how I managed with the orthotic and the pain at first.

When you shop for running shoes ask for the ones with the most heel protection and also for the ones that are for stabilizing the heel. They are wider at the bottom of the shoe's heel than at the part of the shoe heel where your own heel is (if that makes any sense--I can draw it better than I can say it!). Also, it is best to try the shoes on with the orthotic in it as some running shoe brands don't have big heel compartments. You probably know all of this but just a reminder.

Good luck!!!!!!!

Hugs,
Celia088

KariLynn · March 2006

Denise - for the oxygen thing without pain, try to get to a pool. I' going again today but will pace myself a little better now that I know I'm NOT in swim shape!

ginger2345 · March 2006

Denise,
Yes, I know about wanting to get walking. About a year and a half ago I took up swimming and do that just about every day--during the summer I can do that outdoors.

Those cortisone shots aren't all they're cracked up to be. We briefly went over that idea but I dismissed it because you can lose your footpad to the shot, and they're not forever most of the time. Surgery is also out for me--seems too iffy.

I read somewhere that wearing shoes with a heel would help because they take the pressure of walking off the heel. Makes sense. Unfortunately I haven't seen any athletic shoes that have like a 1 inch heel which I think might be about right. Dress shoes-- I can find and wear, but they're just not as comfy. I did see a woman on the plane last week with some Nikes that seemed like one inch. Trouble there is my foot isn't shaped like a Nike!!

I mention some of what I've been through hoping maybe there's an idea there for you. I have hopes that the custom orthotics you ordered will help you like they helped me. I can't figure out why that stopped working.

Walking barefoot and especially on wood floors is hard on us too. Also important is a stable heel to keep your foot from sliding around--so I wonder about the C cup boob heel that slips. Sometimes just tying my shoes tighter stabilizes my foot and lesses the pain.

Good luck with your walk.

Denny123 · March 2006

KariLynn,
Ironically, our local paper had a big article today about the swim aerobics at the gym that I used to have a membership. It does sound great, but I have been trying to have reconstruction for the last year and will still be involved in the recon for several more months. So I won't be able to do any arm exercises for quite awhile.
Meanwhile I hope to lose enough weight so that I don't look too terrible in a swim suit.
Ginger,
Thanks for the tips. We had our BC support group tonight and 2 of the ladies also have PF and they resorted to custom made orthopedic support pads. So I am going to push for that. The heel thing makes sense, too.
My boob heel doesn't slip as the velcro thingie sticks to my shoe. The shoe just slides up and down, but I can walk in it without pain. I know that it is a temporary fix, but will work until I see a podiatrist.
Denise

Denise

beachcottage · March 2006

I got weighed
in last night..

we did not have
a meeting last week
because of snow and ice(and today it is seventy )..

I lost another 2.8 pounds(that is for two weeks)
it is slow but -I am happy to see the numbers going down

I took
my
afternoon stroll....I worked up a sweat..it was really warm ...Love it

So today marks
one month on WW

I have lost
a total of 6.8 pounds

oh did I mention
dear husband
is following WW
with me................he lost 12 pounds!

Not fair!!!
LOL!!

trying to decide
what to fix for
dinner

I had a baked apple
with cinnamon and a few raisins
yesterday
it was yummy

eating more veggies
and loving them

Does anyone
have any
recipes...snacks...
or tips they can share?

I am always looking
for something new

what do you eat
for breakfast? I have been eating oatmeal with cinnamon
and a few blueberries most days
it really does stick to the ole ribs....

I also take low-fat
ricotta cheese
sprinkle in some cinammon
a wee bit of honey
it is awesome...

sometimes I boil
down blueberries
with a tad bit of water..little honey...cinammon and add it to plain yougurt....Yum

has anyone fage total 0% greek yogurt? It is only 80 calories for a small container

what do you use
to season your food...I have been using fresh lemons
and garlic

does any one have
a good salsa recipe...I want to make my own..I have turned into a salsa hound....................YUM

Ok I am off
to do laundry...

xoxo
Patti

Denny123 · March 2006

Patti,
I started having this breakfast when I was having rads-it really did help to ease the tiredness.
I eat Total Whole Grain cereal with fat free skim milk, and fresh strawberries or blueberries on top. I also have 4 ounces of OJ, and 2 cups of green tea.
It is boring, but healthy.
Denise

KariLynn · March 2006

Way to go Patti!!! 2.8 is great!

I usually just eat wheat toast and skim milk for breakfast - I know, not a great start but I don't function well in the morning and that's the best I can do! Once a week I have over-easy eggs (no oil - have a great skillet), toast and OJ.

I've really taken to the Breakfast Quesadillas they have on their site (only I eat them for lunch!) I exchange the Canadian bacon for a slice of brown sugar ham and it is yum (unless I burn it like today...)

I've also become a salsa hound - with red and yellow peppers. I buy some refrigerated stuff from Aldi that's pretty tasty.

I have laundry to do too - still have stuff out on the line - it'll have to wait until KU beats OSU! (hopefully...)

roseg · March 2006

Go KU!!!!

That's so typical of husbands. Mine can cut out french fries at lunch and lose weight in a heartbeat.

I think it's easier to lose when you do have a boring routine diet. You eat your meal and go do something else. When you have all this choice then it's easier to overdo.

KariLynn · March 2006

193 today - 2 more gone!!

I really thought this would be the week I didn't lose as I used all but .5 of my weekly allowance (Texas Hold-Em party Sat and birthday party Sun) so am very excited about this!!

Two pounds gone and KU winning the Big 12 Tourney - doesn't get better than that!!

roseg · March 2006

It's gotta be because you cheered so hard for KU.

KariLynn · March 2006

The win was GREAT but I burn more calories on a loss (all that yelling and throwing things at the tv...) LOL!

AnnmarieT · March 2006

What does all this medication...tamoxifen, arimedex do to out metabolism?

AnnmarieT · March 2006

Floss, I've tried all the 'tricks'. I eat a good diet, work out and I still have the belly fat. My Dr. says that that is what lipo is for. I don't want to go that way. I'm 48 and went way into menopause. It's not fair.

KariLynn · March 2006

191 this morning!! I'm loving WW and hope to be in the 180's next week. This might sound wrong, but I'm so proud of myself!!!!

beachcottage · March 2006

Karilynn way to go!

Sound wrong...It sounds great and I am proud of both
of us today
and everyone else who is losing weight!!!!!!!

I forgot to post
last friday...I got weighed
in on thursday and lost another 2
so total loss is nine

Another one loving WW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
xoxo
Patti

KariLynn · March 2006

Way to go Patti!!!!

Denny123 · March 2006

Whoopee-you gals rock! So proud of you. I lost 4 pounds and then gained them back as usual. Maybe next week......
Denise

roseg · March 2006

This thread is really shrinking.

Denny123 · March 2006

Rose-Lol-you are so good!
Denise

Karenfrew · March 2006

Well now that I found this forum , I understand why no one is replying to my weight loss or exercise posts in the Pound forum. I think I have finally found the correct place to post my info. I need to post it to help me be accountable. So I will tell you.

Yesterday at my chemo weigh in I was down from 197.5 to 193.4 and I still had clothes and a prosthesis on. That is 4 pounds in the last two weeks. Of course being 5'3" that means I still have another 40 at least to go but I can do this.

Today I did my PT/LE exercises and did 30 minutes on the treadmill going about 1.4 miles today.

Kathy

gsg · March 2006

i think i've gained 8 pounds (minimum) since i found my lump less than a month ago. i'm going to keep reading this thread to give me motivation to exercise through the anxiety instead of eating my way through it. i'm getting ridiculous.

please everybody keep it up, so i feel pressure to take it off.

KariLynn · March 2006

Kathy - GOOD JOB!!!

gsg - exercise is a great way to work off stress and research shows recurrance rates are lower in women who walk three hours a week so get moving!

gsg · March 2006

i just took an honest look in the mirror. my face looks real round and i have an additional chin that's bigger than the one under my mouth. i didn't have the nerve to turn around and look from behind. that does it.....if anybody needs me, i'll be downstairs.

beachcottage · March 2006

Denise glad to see you posting
how are you doing?

Hey Kathy and GSG
welcome aboard...

ok here goes ..
I have been faithfully walking
now for the past week...

I tried a Boca sausage(soy) on a
light English muffin this am...it was low cal and worth two WW points
and it was really good!

I have been eating
lots of veggies this week
here's a sample...

For those who love
broccoli rabe..try this one...

sauté garlic in a pinch of olive oil
and then add a bit of low fat chicken stock or broth....

Add broccoli rabe and a pinch of salt
sauté and add a bit of lemon zest and a squeeze of the lemon juice....It is so good...I have been doing this with spinach..sting beans and zucchini ..I add cherry tomatoes to the zucchini sometimes for a change..

made a great lentil soup on Friday..full of fiber and very filling..used a wee bit of curry...cardamon...cinnamon...gave it a great flavor..

I have been using yogurt as a thickening agent for some of my recipes...used a wee bit in the lentil soup....

cherry tomatoes ...sauté ....add a bit of olive oil...garlic and a sprinkle of parmesan cheese..yum..yum...if you like calamata olives you can cut a few up for added flavor ...
salsa hound here..I know I have mentioned this before.
it is great..low cal..has lycopene
Off for my walk
I took two walks yesterday
need to get moving..before it rains

good luck ladies
xoxo
Patti

Denny123 · March 2006

Patti,
Good to see your post again. Thanks for asking-I am okay.
Let see-I gained another pound-too many dinners out-a luncheon today and a dinner with friends tomorrow. Then, maybe on Tuesday I can get back on my diet!!!!
Can't exercise yet with the Plantar Faciitis, although I do Pilates every day. Have an appt to get a custom orthopedic insole this week. Spring is coming-I have to get out and walk, but can't.
Chapter 17-still waiting for an appt to get a back expander before my lat flap to finish my recon.
My LE is down and looking good from my daily massages.
My liver is still NED !!!!!!!!
I'm sorry what was the question again???
Denise

KariLynn · March 2006

Ok, gained one this week - weighed in at 192. BOO!!! Oh well, not too long ago I would have killed for that number so will not be discouraged!

I didn't go over points but did a terrible job on how I spent them - too much pop, not enough read food and water. Am back on the water since yesterday - weighed 193 yesterday am!

Will be a little hard this week as we go to Houston but I will persevere! Good luck this week everyone!!!

roseg · March 2006

You've been dropping pretty fast. I think that's probably normal to have your progress slow down a little. Keeping your good habits is important.

Next week will be better.

Karenfrew · March 2006

Did a great job on exercise yeaterday! Had a lovely walk outside with a friend. Today did 35 minutes on the treadmill.

I wish I could say I felt as good about eating but I can't. I seem to be puttting lots of small things in my mouth. Also had a late breakfast today which didn't help. Hubby made it, ham & eggs.

Back to cereal for me in the AM and soup for lunch or something'

Hopefully tomorrow will be a better day

Kathy

beachcottage · March 2006

Hey Ladies

glad to see you

all posting

Carrie good luck

one pound could

be water build up...you are doing just

great....

Denise glad to see you posting

you crack me up...you have the best

attitude

Rose

how are you doing?

I know you eat lots

of fiber...I am trying to

eat more myself...It really fills

me up and it healthy...

Kathy you are

doing great with

your walking...wished we all lived closer..

we could power walk together ...

WE can do this

I walked with

a friend this morning

Each day I go

a little further

I am keeping a

little diary..so to speak

I list my goals for the day

and am trying to stay

focused one day at a time

I am also

keeping track of

triggers...food..stress ..keeping track of how much water I am drinking...Trying to have eight...With lemon...lime..or orange as my sweetner...

I made a big batch

of sun tea this morning

it is in the window now...

Last night

I exercised for

20 minutes in addition

to my two walks

I have discovered a great

treat for the days when

the sweet tooth kicks in..........

take a few strawberries

and dab a wee bit of nutella

on the ends of the strawberries...it is yummy and satifies the sweet tooth jonses

My friend sent this

recipe to me

I am going to whip

it up for lunch today

Tuna with Garbanzo Beans

This recipe makes four servings

Prepare salad in bowl

1 (6 ounce) can tuna in water, drained

1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed

2 cups diced tomatoes-I am going to use the grape tomatoes today

1 tablespoon capers if you like them

2 ounces feta cheese, crumbled

1/2 cup minced red onions

2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint or parsley

Prepare Dressing

1 tablespoon olive oil

2 teaspoons red wine vinegar

2 teaspoons lemon juice

1 teaspoon honey

1 garlic clove, minced

1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard

1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper

Pour dressing over salad.

YOu can chill this or

serve at room temperature

I can't wait to try this

How are you

all doing today

what are you eating

and snacking on?

Thinking

myself

thinnner thinner

thin thin

thin

Tomorrow is the big

weigh in....

Staying focused

and reminding myself

I am happy

for each pound

lost so far...

I still have

a long way to

go..but I am that much

closer to my goal than I was

in the beginning of this year

trying

to eat

in moderation

I was not

in a race to gain

weight and I will not

be in a race to loose it

I am trying to

take things

a day at a time

and be proud of myself for

each little ounce lost

Tomorrow is another day

if all else fails

xoxo

Patti

Trying hard to lose the pounds!!!!!!!!!

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