Comments on: The Writer’s Life: #WriterlbsOff- New Year Resolutions for Writers

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By: Anne Tyler Lord

Anne Tyler Lord — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 12:19:27 +0000

Hi Pauline,

We are so glad to have you join us! You’re not alone with having medical issues, several of us are also dealing with health challenges. And, everyone can work on writing and creativity goals even at the times we need to rest our body.

Welcome!!

By: Pauline

Pauline — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 07:04:20 +0000

Hello! I’m so glad to have found this and what a great idea! I’m working on a memoir about losing the baby weight (she’s 2.5, so I’m a bit behind on the game plan).
I’ve got a million health issues that make it harder to lose weight, but my biggest struggle is I tend to let myself believe that my medical issues are stronger than my willpower and determination.
I’m not settling on a specific number because anything south of where I am now would be golden, but I’d like to see 19 pounds gone. I’ll take whatever happens though.

By: Anne Tyler Lord

Anne Tyler Lord — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 15:21:36 +0000

Deb,

We are glad to have you along for our 4 month journey. Android App? Are you sure you are not part of the Homeostasis (STASIS) Republic infiltrating our Evolution (EVOLVE) Empire? Just kidding. If you wonder what the heck I am talking about, you can see my post from last week titled, War in Resolution Galaxy.

Look forward to tweets on Twitter!

By: Deb

Deb — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 13:20:35 +0000

Hi Anne et al,

I look forward to joining you all in the battle of the bulge! I have a four month goal of 15 lbs. I want to exercise more, eat healthier and just make better food choices all around.

I’m using an Android App to track my calories and exercise that is tied to this website http://www.fatsecret.com. So far, it’s working out. I was even able to keep a handle on my eating while traveling for business using this app (a VERY hard thing to do).

See you all on twitter (I’m @debs1).

By: Anne

Anne — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:48:40 +0000

Deanna,

I agree! As you know, I am a big Dr. Oz fan, too.

Here is a reference to waist size measurement – should be half (or less) than your height:

http://www.doctoroz.com/videos/dr-ozs-ultimate-health-checklist-0?page=5

Here is his recommendation on the best way to track weight loss:

http://ask.doctoroz.com/question/track-weight-loss

Good luck to everyone on their health, happiness, and creativity goals!

By: Deanna Schrayer

Deanna Schrayer — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 13:27:43 +0000

Welcome John! It’s great to hear you’re feeling better after that horrible bout at year end. As Anne said, it sounds like you’re off to a great start to feeling even better.
Something I’d like to share, and I’m pretty sure Dr. Oz talks about this, but I’m not sure where – maybe Anne knows. It’s better to measure your waist instead of step on the scales. There is a formula for waist measurement as compared to height, but I can’t recall what it is at the moment. The reason for this is that it’s a much more realistic goal, (to decrease waist size than weight), and we have to keep in mind that muscle weighs more than fat. Therefore, as we increase our activity through exercise it’s possible we might actually gain weight. When we step on the scales and see this it can be a real downer because we think we’re not doing well when in fact we are. I hope that makes sense. I suggest looking at Dr. Oz’s site to get more specific detail and understand it better.
Good luck to you! I’m rooting for you!

By: Anne

Anne — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 12:56:14 +0000

Hi John,

Thanks for joining our #writerlbsOff group! You have some very reasonable goals. And, it looks like you are also conscious of the need to go slow to make long lasting changes and be easy on the body.

Good luck and join in the other posts and the #writerlbsOff discussion on Twitter!

By: John Wiswell

John Wiswell — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 03:40:13 +0000

Please everyone be careful about your weight loss! Planning what you eat and losing the weight gradually is much better for you. I stupidly went full bore into diet and exercise, and though I lost a lot of weight, gave myself gallstones. You can seriously mess up your body by changing it too quickly.

I had a series of health issues in the second half of 2009. Now I’m close to normal, at least by my standards, and have weight to lose. I have thirty pounds I’d like to shed over the next year or so. That’s not too much and I can build on that weightloss in 2011 if it feels right.

To do so, I have a few plans. Starting tomorrow I’m going to weigh myself every day that I get up. Having to see that chart every day has a serious psychological effect, especially if I slipped and my weight has started going back up.

Every two days I intend to go out for a walk. Walks are low-calorie-burn exercises, but they’re as intense as I can muster right now. The big thing is to get uphill work, do it regularly, and increase the length of time I’m out over the weeks.

I was already on a special diet due to surgery. Now I’m bringing old foods back, but I’m conscious to only make one rich meal a day if I eat one. Only one soda a day if I have one. Grilled chicken rather than other meats when possible. I know certain foods, like bread, put a lot of weight on me, and I’ll likewise limit their inclusion. I’m looking into produce again. Cucumbers couldn’t hurt.

Best wishes on the march to health, everyone. Please pace yourselves! It’s easier to sustain and easier on your body.

By: Anne

Anne — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 00:27:54 +0000

Deanna,

I think that resource is great! And, I agree! Thanks for posting it! I LOVE Dr. Oz and follow his show and recommendations often! It is a very timely article that goes along with the message of my post tomorrow! Good post!