Hi everyone........I have really fallen off the wagon big time. I have gained back some of the weight I had worked so hard to take off. I was embarressed that I had messed up so bad. I felt like I wasn't helping myself, so how could I be of help to anyone else. I would love to recommit myself to The Heartbreakers, if you will have me back!
(((HUGS)))

April,
Thanks for the personal note. I also hope to be able to post one day How I am enjoying the new job and all that. Who knows. But I do know that I will enjoy walking into that classroom without all of them talking about how big I am. I have been teaching part time at this school for awhile so I always kow what will happen and let me tell you, that does take all your self confidence away. Kids are doing really well and helping out a lot more around the house. Hubby and I are doing well and he is much better to me since I have been losing weight. Shoud not let that affect him but I guess all of us do pay attention to appearance. How are you doing?

Things for me are going well. Retaining water so glad that I don't have to weigh in right now. Hoping it will be gone by the time I am weighing in by Sat.
Rachel

Originally Posted by Bette Jo

Hi everyone........I have really fallen off the wagon big time. I have gained back some of the weight I had worked so hard to take off. I was embarressed that I had messed up so bad. I felt like I wasn't helping myself, so how could I be of help to anyone else. I would love to recommit myself to The Heartbreakers, if you will have me back!
(((HUGS)))

Hi Bette Jo....so happy to see you return. I read this on hungrygirl@hungry-girl.com this morning and I thought of you, maybe it will be helpful.


"I want to start by saying this is just my opinion based on personal experience (remember -- I'm not a nutrition professional, I'm just hungry!). Yes, I did give up what I call "dry carbs" for almost a year. That includes most starchy foods -- pasta, potatoes, bread, flour of any kind, etc. And to this day, if I ever want to drop a few pounds here or there for some reason (a special event or trip!), giving those things up is the easiest way for me to lose that weight. It's obviously not the same for everyone. But for my body, avoiding those carby items is the key to weight loss. I LOVE protein, and it fills me up WAY more than starchy foods -- so that lifestyle was/is pretty easy for me. The reason I started to incorporate those starches back into my diet is because completely avoiding them FOREVER seemed unrealistic. These days, the dry carbs I eat are mos tly ones that are high in fiber, like Fiber One cereal and high-fiber tortillas. I also eat a lot of oatmeal (yum!). My feeling is that the key is finding out what works for you. Some people can eat a reasonable amount of regular carbs and feel totally satisfied. If I eat a lot of starchy carbs that aren't fiber-packed, I tend to get hungrier, eat more, and take in more calories (which causes me to gain weight). That's why I generally avoid eating those types of foods (there are, of course, exceptions!). Hope that helps!"

We need to work together to help each other stay motivated, it's a buddy's job! Don't ever feel bad about a slip, just use it a a learning experience. Instead of thinking you failed, think how you have overcome failure by your return to a healthier lifestyle. Hooray Betty Jo! You are a fighter!

Hello Heartbreakers!! I'm just popping in from the Wildcats team to say hello and I hope you all are having a great week! Keep working hard-the week is half over!!

WAY TO GO BETTE JO! i am working on reaching out to all of you guys + gals who have left because of feeling discouraged...obviously you were not getting the encouragement that you needed...im going to work very hard not to let that happen again....forget about the weight you gained...and look at it as just a fresh new start! you will be just fine...no, better than that...you will be AMAZING! we all fall down...but, what makes us different is we get back up again...and keep going! Glad your back..missed having you here! Lets work together to make this team what we need it to be....!
!!HEARTBREAKER HOMEWORK!!

There are some who really need accountability partners and if you are one of them...and i havent already talked to you about this...than please let me know....some are giving up because they dont feel like they are getting the one on one encouragement and motivation that they need....and Tiffany and Julie (right?) are doing great with this!! i talked about doing it before and well...couldnt find the time to execute it...now is the time!!

ACCOUNTABILITY PARTNERS: an accountability partner will be expected to check in to the forum on a regular basis and check in with their assigned accountability partner very often....daily would be recommended for the ones who really need that much help....if you have someone in mind that you kinda click with...and would like to be their accountability partner just ask them....gosh..we are family you know...lets act like it!

Please get back to me if you are interested in being someones accountability partner (and give me their name if you have someone in mind)i want to make sure nobody gets left out this time! I think this is going to help us ALOT!

this song came to mind today...when i was thinking about accountability partners and feeling bad for not reaching out to the ones that disappeared in the heartbreakers...not everyone has the same drive...some need more motivation that others...some need more encouragement...some dont realize there is a way....hope they speak to your heart like they do mine...its by Casting Crowns...

It's crowded in worship today
As she slips in trying to fade into the faces
The girls teasing laughter is
carrying farther than they know
Farther than they know

Chorus:
But if we are the body
Why aren't His arms reaching?
Why aren't His hands healing?
Why aren't His words teaching?
And if we are the body
Why aren't His feet going?
Why is His love not showing them there is a way?
There is a way

A traveler is far away from home
He sheds his coat and quietly sinks into the back row
The weight of their judgmental glances
Tells him that his chances are better out on the road

Chorus

Jesus paid much too high a price
For us to pick and choose who should come
And we are the body of Christ

Chorus

Jesus is the way

Angie and I are accountability partners. It really does help to email or call her when I'm having trouble or when I'm proud of myself over what I've done that day or whatever. Good idea April!

It looks like I've lost another 1 and 1/2 lbs, but I'm not officially weighing in until Saturday. That makes me happy. I signed up for Yoga and Tai Chi and have my first Yoga class in an hour, and salsa tomorrow.

Bette Jo: I did the whole binge/gain thing too. And I was embarrassed to admit it and didn't want to give anyone support that I wasn't following. It takes a lot to admit it, but it makes you stronger. I applaud you.

April: thanx for all of the advice posts.

Rachel: I know what you mean about being an overweight teacher. I actually let kids get away with a lot because I don't want to hear all of their insults. But honestly after this year, I think I'm over it. Call me whatever you want, so long as you do what I want.

Glad that positive attitude is back TRES! remember girl you are so WORTH IT!

I know i have posted this information before...but, im going to say it again....

*get up and get dressed each day ...makeup too if you feel good in it... (hair to toe!)

*wear nice fitting clothes...dont walk around all saggy and droopy...you will feel that way if you do!

*do your hair, your nails..whatever makes you feel good..stop trying to just fade into the crowd...stand out...love YOU...and everything about you! If you look good...you will feel good!

*drink atleast half of your body weight in ounces of water each day!

*increase your fiber intake..we are supposed to be getting about 35 grams per day! (you can get these in high fiber cereals, double fiber breads, read your labels!

*stay away from HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP! its only making us fat and making us hold onto the weight!

*stay away from white starchy carbs...this goes along with the fiber one...substitute 100 % whole wheat pasta, rice, and breads...will make a huge difference!

* get in atleast a 30 minute walk each day (then start to wog and then you will be running before you know it!)

*stay active in THE HEARTBREAKER FORUM and in your daily life!

*hold yourself accountable to another buddy in the group and most importantly to YOURSELF...!

just a few tips..hope that they help...someone ...in someway...please feel free to add your own....!

Originally Posted by 13039

Glad that positive attitude is back TRES! remember girl you are so WORTH IT!

I know i have posted this information before...but, im going to say it again....

*get up and get dressed each day ...makeup too if you feel good in it... (hair to toe!)

*wear nice fitting clothes...dont walk around all saggy and droopy...you will feel that way if you do!

*do your hair, your nails..whatever makes you feel good..stop trying to just fade into the crowd...stand out...love YOU...and everything about you! If you look good...you will feel good!

*drink atleast half of your body weight in ounces of water each day!

*increase your fiber intake..we are supposed to be getting about 35 grams per day! (you can get these in high fiber cereals, double fiber breads, read your labels!

*stay away from HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP! its only making us fat and making us hold onto the weight!

*stay away from white starchy carbs...this goes along with the fiber one...substitute 100 % whole wheat pasta, rice, and breads...will make a huge difference!

* get in atleast a 30 minute walk each day (then start to wog and then you will be running before you know it!)

*stay active in THE HEARTBREAKER FORUM and in your daily life!

*hold yourself accountable to another buddy in the group and most importantly to YOURSELF...!

just a few tips..hope that they help...someone ...in someway...please feel free to add your own....!

this is very motivating April!!!! i really need to get a little more motivated.. i have been under a lot of stress my husband just found out yesturday he has diabetes.. and we r still trying to raise money for our wheelchair accessable van!!! major stress, so i feel as if i am falling back just a little...i think the accountable buddies is a great idea!!! love u heartbreakers..keep up the great work!!!