tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12387591.post3231607070375208349..comments2023-09-27T04:08:36.556-07:00Comments on TJ Knits: Wellness Wednesday #29 (On Thursday)Theresahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14823569540636658598noreply@blogger.comBlogger4125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12387591.post-9808114272962713212008-06-12T06:42:00.000-07:002008-06-12T06:42:00.000-07:00Theresa -- My Mom and I started the South Beach di...Theresa -- My Mom and I started the South Beach diet on Monday. Neal and I did this (by his doctor's request) in 2003. It is a great program. After the first phase where what you eat is very limited (no grains or fruit for 2 weeks -- but it gets you past cravings), then you incorporate healthy fruits and whole grains. It really goes along with what I believe about eating -- except it uses artificial sweetners which I am not crazy about. I'm using them right now to help me lose weight, but I will work good sugar back into my diet eventually. <BR/><BR/>The new SB book emphasizes exercise, as well. We've walked three days this week (missed yesterday). It's been good. I've lost 4 pounds since Monday. I know this will slow down, but I'm happy with what I've accomplished so far.<BR/><BR/>God is dealing with me in the area of food. I really think I've used it as an idol, and I'm learning a lot about that through a Beth Moore study I'm doing.<BR/><BR/>I pray that you'll continue on your healthy path, and find what works for you!VaQueenBeehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17082051043155848057noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12387591.post-85054336229286464662008-06-08T06:37:00.000-07:002008-06-08T06:37:00.000-07:00Theresa, my husband and I just started weight watc...Theresa, my husband and I just started weight watchers together. We have all the material, we are just trying to put it into practice. I understand the struggles. I am excited to see that you are doing some exercising. Let it catch up with you and I believe you will start losing. I have ordered a pedometer, but it is not here yet. I had heard of the Lesley Sansone DVD's, but did not know there was a faith one. Do you really recommend them? Hang in there friend!! With God all things are possible.Marcihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00837798938089334872noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12387591.post-53816432084774762172008-06-06T08:05:00.000-07:002008-06-06T08:05:00.000-07:00Congratulations - even if you haven't lost an ounc...Congratulations - even if you haven't lost an ounce, starting to exercise in a step (literally) in the right direction. Very little exercise here as it has been raining all week. Absolutely NO excuse as I have a treadmill. However, I did order a wheat grinder. I have been borrowing a friends and even hubby is excited about it. He had his doubts. The bread is great and even without preservatives it keeps well. I'm still adding just a touch of white flour to transition us over, but will try some 100% whole wheat this weekend. You can take credit for this!Dorothyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03909534210782172959noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12387591.post-26024272177000434422008-06-06T05:44:00.000-07:002008-06-06T05:44:00.000-07:00Starting an exercise program is a great thing! Th...Starting an exercise program is a great thing! The extra exertion probably burned up some calories and made you feel hungry, which may be why you succumbed to the chocolate. When I'm trying to lose weight I have to convince myself that a growling stomach is a good thing. It's not easy. Hang in there.Tracy Batchelderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18137536258043194796noreply@blogger.com