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jackie morton
Fitness Guru
Posts: 1065
jackie morton
Have entered a mini triathlon on September 21st.
Training was going well, till I pulled a calf muscle, it is improving by quite a bit. Only 2 weeks to go now. I will do it, I will be able to complete it. But this also where the self doubt creeps in.
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# Posted: 27 Jun 2008 16:36
Quoting: jaki I got back into 12 jeans (Next) but they're now too big and I have to wear a belt for the first time in a very long time. Have you tried Matalans own make.. I can't find a high waist in 27 leg unless its a bootcut-28 leg. The ones I wear at the moment are an 8, can't wear a belt and still have to hitch them up. THERE IS NO WAY i AM THAT SIZE..
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Jaki T
Fitness Guru
Posts: 1292
Jaki T
Married with 2 children, Welsh, and I've made my target, today 24th July! The bigger struggle will be maintaining the healthy lifestyle of swimming, walking, cycling in conjunction with healthy eating, so I need the forums for encouragement.
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# Posted: 27 Jun 2008 21:30
I think we'll all be off to Matalan if it drops you 2 sizes!!! I'm planning on going to the Next Sale (around 26th July?) so will have to go and try some stuff on beforehand so I know what size to get.
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Barbara H
Fitness Guru
Posts: 675
Barbara H
After 16 weeks as a member of TTHC and nearly 18 weeks along my path to a new old life style, I have now reached the half-way mark with regard to my weight correction. It has not been an unpleasant journey and time has sped by. It's been great to have the support of other members and the fact that we are such a mixed group of people has brought with it reflective moments as well as inspirational ones.
I am now progressing to my satisfaction towards being able to call myself a runner; not yet there but with very few minutes of walk in a 30 minute set.
It feels good to be active again and I'm getting to like the feel of being inside this body better.
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# Posted: 27 Jun 2008 22:17
Quoting: killmissamerica0 weight loss seems to be up and running again Well done on getting back into the swing of things, Jo, and being more active and positive.
Keep us posted.
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Fiona C
The Master
Posts: 2639
Fiona C
... having managed to lose 2 stones in the 6 months since I joined THC, I've set a new target to lose another 1.5 stones by New Year. Trying to be realistic, as I know it gets harder the more you lose!
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# Posted: 28 Jun 2008 00:04
Quoting: lisastead since the 8th of june this year i haven't touched or been near alcohol Good for you Lisa - you'll find that makes a real difference. I've also given up alcohol except for very special occasions e.g. friend's wedding last weekend when I had 2 glasses of champagne. Nice to see you back on here again 
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Jeannie Hunter
Fitness Guru
Posts: 453
Jeannie Hunter
I am 65 years old and live in Perth in Scotland. I am a retired headteacher who has piled on a stone and a half since stopping work! I am married and have one son who is a Sports Editor in London. I go swimming every morning at 6.30 a.m. for 45 minutes as I did this when I was working and have managed to keep it up. I like to walk and on a nice day can manage my 10,000 steps quite well. Perth is a lovely city to walk in - situated on the River Tay. I love to cook and have friends in for dinner so reckon this is part of my downfall but at my age, I reckon life is all about seeing friends and keeping well! I finally reached my target weight on 20th May - woweeee!! Have not been this weight for many a year and do intend to stick at it now. Many thanks due to the THC team and to Abfabs in particular!
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# Posted: 30 Jun 2008 20:14
I'm an M & S girl myself, but the sizes can be rather erratic! Have several pairs of trousers in both sizes 12 and 14 and both sizes can fit, be loose, or too tight! Am now wearing a size 10 jacket which fits fine, have a size 12 which is snug and a size 14 which is comfortable!
In March, when I started my healthy eating regime, I was wearing a size 16 jacket which I had managed to convince myself, was really a mistake i.e. it was only a size 14!
Wish I had taken a 'before' photo for the other forum, am so impressed by all the before and after shots, think they all look fantastic! 
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Jaki T
Fitness Guru
Posts: 1292
Jaki T
Married with 2 children, Welsh, and I've made my target, today 24th July! The bigger struggle will be maintaining the healthy lifestyle of swimming, walking, cycling in conjunction with healthy eating, so I need the forums for encouragement.
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# Posted: 30 Jun 2008 20:18
A week or so ago I got into a size 12 t-shirt (Sainsbury's Fairtrade) which is the first time ever! I was so chuffed.
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Mother Nature Knows Best
TimesHealth Regular
Posts: 30
Mother Nature Knows Best
I have lost 2 1/2 stones over the past three years using various diets.
Since november last year I manged to loose another 1 stone by cutting back on portions and doing more exercise.
After three months of power walking from Jan-march 08 I have now taken up Running.
So far so Good.
Ouch!
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# Posted: 30 Jun 2008 22:02
Well done Jaki T. I wish I could be a size 12 t-shirt.
Alas although my bottom half is between 12 and 14 (depends who's clothes you buy) my top half just will not shrink.
Anyone know any tips for reducing Boobies. (my mum always said I had hers and my sisters share)
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Jaki T
Fitness Guru
Posts: 1292
Jaki T
Married with 2 children, Welsh, and I've made my target, today 24th July! The bigger struggle will be maintaining the healthy lifestyle of swimming, walking, cycling in conjunction with healthy eating, so I need the forums for encouragement.
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# Posted: 1 Jul 2008 12:02
I'm not always a size 12 top, it depends on the make. I have got down from a 16 to a 14 though so am glad about that. I seem to have lost weight from my bust as some of my bras are too big now. I do have the M&S minimiser ones (as I don't like them!) and that compresses you a bit!!
You've changed from Bianca to Mother N now!! I recognised you by the swans!
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Jeannie Hunter
Fitness Guru
Posts: 453
Jeannie Hunter
I am 65 years old and live in Perth in Scotland. I am a retired headteacher who has piled on a stone and a half since stopping work! I am married and have one son who is a Sports Editor in London. I go swimming every morning at 6.30 a.m. for 45 minutes as I did this when I was working and have managed to keep it up. I like to walk and on a nice day can manage my 10,000 steps quite well. Perth is a lovely city to walk in - situated on the River Tay. I love to cook and have friends in for dinner so reckon this is part of my downfall but at my age, I reckon life is all about seeing friends and keeping well! I finally reached my target weight on 20th May - woweeee!! Have not been this weight for many a year and do intend to stick at it now. Many thanks due to the THC team and to Abfabs in particular!
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# Posted: 1 Jul 2008 20:59
Well done Jaki! By your photo, you only look about a size 10/12 - just a wee thing! You are doing really well and soon the holidays will be upon you and you will be into all your lovely summer clothes in much smaller sizes - enjoy! 
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Fiona C
The Master
Posts: 2639
Fiona C
... having managed to lose 2 stones in the 6 months since I joined THC, I've set a new target to lose another 1.5 stones by New Year. Trying to be realistic, as I know it gets harder the more you lose!
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# Posted: 1 Jul 2008 21:53
Quoting: jaki I do have the M&S minimiser ones Oh these are awful! My sister-in-law swears they just push your boobs round to the side so you can't keep your arms down straight! 
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Carol B
TimesHealth Fanatic
Posts: 78
Carol B
I'd like to be healthier.I'd like to be able to shop for jeans without feeling like a whale. I'd love to be someone who can casually say I ran 5/10 miles last night as if it was nothing unusual. It's now or never!
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# Posted: 2 Jul 2008 09:12 - Edited by: bcarol
LOL. I never find they fit properly. Doesn't matter what size I try the wiring never seems to sit properly under my boob.
Congrats to everyone who's dropped dress sizes! As a newbie (week 2) this thread is great. It shows that if you just stick with it inches and pounds will fall off.
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Mother Nature Knows Best
TimesHealth Regular
Posts: 30
Mother Nature Knows Best
I have lost 2 1/2 stones over the past three years using various diets.
Since november last year I manged to loose another 1 stone by cutting back on portions and doing more exercise.
After three months of power walking from Jan-march 08 I have now taken up Running.
So far so Good.
Ouch!
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# Posted: 2 Jul 2008 20:23
Quoting: jaki You've changed from Bianca to Mother N now!! I recognised you by the swans! Jaki T
Yes I finally worked out how to change some details. Bianca is my surname. First name Carol.
Swans are my favorite Birds. (they are beautiful, graceful and mate for life). Perhaps I am aspiring to be a swan. I've got the last bit.
My new car looks a bit swan like too.
Quoting: fionacatriona Oh these are awful! Fiona
I agree, I have never been able to get an M & S Bra to fit.
And why we are on the suject of Bra's why can't large sizes have pretty straps. Best fit for me is Fantasie and Freya.
Carol
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Goesona Bit
The Master
Posts: 2558
Goesona Bit
Since Jan 1:-
Started at 245lbs, BMI 40.8
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# Posted: 2 Jul 2008 20:26
Quoting: MKNB My new car looks a bit swan like too. OK give in, which car?
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Fiona C
The Master
Posts: 2639
Fiona C
... having managed to lose 2 stones in the 6 months since I joined THC, I've set a new target to lose another 1.5 stones by New Year. Trying to be realistic, as I know it gets harder the more you lose!
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# Posted: 2 Jul 2008 22:03
Quoting: MKNB Bianca is my surname Oh sorry - I called you Bianca somewhere - ex-boyfriend's mother was Bianca so I asasumed it was your first name!
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Fiona C
The Master
Posts: 2639
Fiona C
... having managed to lose 2 stones in the 6 months since I joined THC, I've set a new target to lose another 1.5 stones by New Year. Trying to be realistic, as I know it gets harder the more you lose!
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# Posted: 2 Jul 2008 22:04
Quoting: flowers OK give in, which car? ... I have to say I was wondering that too 
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Mother Nature Knows Best
TimesHealth Regular
Posts: 30
Mother Nature Knows Best
I have lost 2 1/2 stones over the past three years using various diets.
Since november last year I manged to loose another 1 stone by cutting back on portions and doing more exercise.
After three months of power walking from Jan-march 08 I have now taken up Running.
So far so Good.
Ouch!
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# Posted: 2 Jul 2008 22:20 - Edited by: MKNB
Quoting: flowers OK give in, which car? My new car is The Fiat 500 in Pearl White. The roof is all glass in black, so it looks swan like.
Had to wait 4 months for the colour.
He/she (not sure which yet) is beautiful!!!
Carol
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Goesona Bit
The Master
Posts: 2558
Goesona Bit
Since Jan 1:-
Started at 245lbs, BMI 40.8
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# Posted: 2 Jul 2008 22:26 - Edited by: flowers
Oh I want me one of those. And in white too - my son assures me white is the new black (he'd also like me to have one of those, probably so he can nick the keys and drive off with it!)
Definitely a 'She' called Pearl!
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Julia Webb-Harvey
Fitness Guru
Posts: 437
Julia Webb-Harvey
I am looking for a little more drive to help me shift kgs that have crept on due to nothing more than overindulgence, and lack of regular exercise. I'm currently embarking on writing a book, and goals have helped me on this.... So. Have entered the Great South Run and signed up here...
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# Posted: 31 Jul 2008 13:42
My goal on joining THC in April was to get fitter and lose the kgs that have crept on... Well, some of the kgs have gone (3-4kgs), but it's the fitness I am pleased with.
I started a running programme, which I devised myself, with the help of some THC members to increase my mileage. And I put a battery in my Heart Rate Monitor. My aim is to run the Great South Run in October, 10miles. When I joined THC I was running about 4km 3 times a week (I thought it was more, but googlepedometer has shown me not).
My success is that I have run 157km in 8 weeks, a total of 98 miles. I did a 5.7km run in Week 8, 7 minutes faster than I did in Week 1. Last week I ran 11km in the same time as I ran 10km the week before.
I don't think I would have achieved half of this without the support of THC - particularly the Runnerbeans and AbFab. You have really been with me every step of the 157km!
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Pippa Cotton
Fitness Guru
Posts: 359
Pippa Cotton
I am 47 and trying to shift weight. I have always eaten for comfort and in times of stress. I really want to make 2008 . Since Jan 7 I have lost some weight and since taking up running in April I have lost 26 lbs so feel pleased and can run for 6 miles now. Can now wear size 16.
Great motivator being a Times member of the month for June my family were impressed. Henlow Grange was a fantastic spa and has encouraged me to carry on. aiming at first 8K run on 21 September the Amersham 5 a cross country race.Help!
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# Posted: 31 Jul 2008 16:02
What a really brilliant achievement Julia! Likewise you have all supported me on the Runnerbean group with great advice on running and for a non runner at the start I feel proud of what I have achieved so far. My aim is till to run 10K and take part in a race.
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S tafford
Fitness Guru
Posts: 1338
S tafford
Hello!
I live in on the outskirts of NE London. I've lost 2.5 stone since May 07. I've got 1st 7 to go. I've given up sugar products for good and I'm collecting the various monthly challenges which are proving to be great habits! Here's to a healthy 08 and beyond!
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# Posted: 31 Jul 2008 18:58
98 miles! That's brilliant! Really well done on your running Julia - with your training it's sounds like you'll be well and truly ready for the October race
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Fiona C
The Master
Posts: 2639
Fiona C
... having managed to lose 2 stones in the 6 months since I joined THC, I've set a new target to lose another 1.5 stones by New Year. Trying to be realistic, as I know it gets harder the more you lose!
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# Posted: 31 Jul 2008 23:30
Quoting: juleswh My success is that I have run 157km in 8 weeks, a total of 98 miles. Wow - that's from here to Edinburgh and back again
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Pippa Cotton
Fitness Guru
Posts: 359
Pippa Cotton
I am 47 and trying to shift weight. I have always eaten for comfort and in times of stress. I really want to make 2008 . Since Jan 7 I have lost some weight and since taking up running in April I have lost 26 lbs so feel pleased and can run for 6 miles now. Can now wear size 16.
Great motivator being a Times member of the month for June my family were impressed. Henlow Grange was a fantastic spa and has encouraged me to carry on. aiming at first 8K run on 21 September the Amersham 5 a cross country race.Help!
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# Posted: 1 Aug 2008 14:16
Small success
Just reached the 10K milestone run! So pleased In the last 2 months I have run 104 miles! Also alternated cycling not sure what the mileage is on this though.
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Jackie W
Fitness Guru
Posts: 1347
Jackie W
In my 50s, taken early retirement and fled to Highlands. Want to lose at least 4 stone: 39 lb down. Share home with dog and cat. Love walking, and get out on hills whenever I can. Successfully completed midnight Edinburgh Moonwalkin June: first time have ever walked 26 miles in my life. Been overweight pretty well all my life: started as 10.5 lb baby and was 10 stone by age of 10. I briefly managed to get down to 9.5 stone in my late 20s, but weight has gradually crept up over years, especially when I stopped smoking. I am very active walking wise - but I do have the luxury of having taken early retirement and owning an active dog who I generally walk for at least 1.5 hours a day. Plus I live in the Highlands of Scotland, where the scenery is fantastic... However, I know that if I don't lose weight soon I am heading for joint and other health problems. So have set myself a series of mini-targets for weight loss and now working towards my fourth - 20% loss of bodyweight.
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# Posted: 1 Aug 2008 15:51
Well done Julia and Pippa with your running.
As posted elsewhere, I have now achieved 3 stone weight loss in just under 7 months. Only another 1 stone to go to my original target, but I shall probably continue beyond that and aim to get myself to a "normal" BMI for the first time in almost 30 years. And in addition to the pounds shed, my belt tells me I've lost 7 inches around the waist. Thanks THC - couldn't have done it alone.
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Natalie Shouldknowbettter
Fitness Guru
Posts: 327
Natalie Shouldknowbettter
I have been overweight all my adult life. It makes me unhappy, so it's time to do something about it...
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# Posted: 1 Aug 2008 16:09
That's really fabulous Jackie. Seven inches from the waist is (hold on let me do the maths) around 3 dress sizes! Blimey you deserve a shoping trip methinks.
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Jackie W
Fitness Guru
Posts: 1347
Jackie W
In my 50s, taken early retirement and fled to Highlands. Want to lose at least 4 stone: 39 lb down. Share home with dog and cat. Love walking, and get out on hills whenever I can. Successfully completed midnight Edinburgh Moonwalkin June: first time have ever walked 26 miles in my life. Been overweight pretty well all my life: started as 10.5 lb baby and was 10 stone by age of 10. I briefly managed to get down to 9.5 stone in my late 20s, but weight has gradually crept up over years, especially when I stopped smoking. I am very active walking wise - but I do have the luxury of having taken early retirement and owning an active dog who I generally walk for at least 1.5 hours a day. Plus I live in the Highlands of Scotland, where the scenery is fantastic... However, I know that if I don't lose weight soon I am heading for joint and other health problems. So have set myself a series of mini-targets for weight loss and now working towards my fourth - 20% loss of bodyweight.
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# Posted: 1 Aug 2008 23:24
Quoting: Shouldknowbetter Blimey you deserve a shoping trip methinks Went on a mini one 10 days ago, but don't want to buy too much as I don't plan to stop here. At moment, waist and hips loss only amounts to two dress sizes - but have to admit some of trousers were uncomfortably tight when I started. And so far, not lost so much off bust (one size down there). I'm an inverted triangle shape...
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Barbara H
Fitness Guru
Posts: 675
Barbara H
After 16 weeks as a member of TTHC and nearly 18 weeks along my path to a new old life style, I have now reached the half-way mark with regard to my weight correction. It has not been an unpleasant journey and time has sped by. It's been great to have the support of other members and the fact that we are such a mixed group of people has brought with it reflective moments as well as inspirational ones.
I am now progressing to my satisfaction towards being able to call myself a runner; not yet there but with very few minutes of walk in a 30 minute set.
It feels good to be active again and I'm getting to like the feel of being inside this body better.
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# Posted: 2 Aug 2008 09:00 - Edited by: Relapsed
Wow! 157 km, Julia, is really impressive - and didn't you even have a period during this time when you couldn't run because of your arm/shoulder injury? Your planning and colour coded spreadsheets have been a real boon to you, but even that is down to you.
It's great to hear that you have broken your 10 km barrier, Pippa. Now you can train specifically towards the run. I know there have been tips recently on the running thread about how to vary the runs and I'm sure these will put you in good stead for the 10 km, so you can start it with confidence and enjoy it.
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Barbara H
Fitness Guru
Posts: 675
Barbara H
After 16 weeks as a member of TTHC and nearly 18 weeks along my path to a new old life style, I have now reached the half-way mark with regard to my weight correction. It has not been an unpleasant journey and time has sped by. It's been great to have the support of other members and the fact that we are such a mixed group of people has brought with it reflective moments as well as inspirational ones.
I am now progressing to my satisfaction towards being able to call myself a runner; not yet there but with very few minutes of walk in a 30 minute set.
It feels good to be active again and I'm getting to like the feel of being inside this body better.
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# Posted: 2 Aug 2008 09:18
Excellent news with your 3 stone loss, Jackie! I think it will vary from person to person, but a stone weight loss will be about a 'dress' or 'trouser/top' size, won't it? The thing is that most of us don't lose the weight equally over our bodies, so there's then a little bit of us somewhere that means the next size down is a bit tight. This is just me speculating - no research done on my part to back this up or disprove it.
Here's to the next one that you're now attacking.
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Fiona C
The Master
Posts: 2639
Fiona C
... having managed to lose 2 stones in the 6 months since I joined THC, I've set a new target to lose another 1.5 stones by New Year. Trying to be realistic, as I know it gets harder the more you lose!
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# Posted: 2 Aug 2008 11:02
Quoting: Relapsed I think it will vary from person to person ... and from shop to shop.
I've found a lot of trousers and skirts have quite pronounced waists and hips - well I don't have hips - or is it a waist I don't have? - but I've found that M&S low-waist jeans fit me as they actually come up to my waist (short-arse, long legs!).
I'm also convinced that "big-girl" shops like Evans actually make the clothes bigger so that a size 20 in there fits you but there's no way an M&S 20 goes anywhere near you! 
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Goesona Bit
The Master
Posts: 2558
Goesona Bit
Since Jan 1:-
Started at 245lbs, BMI 40.8
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# Posted: 2 Aug 2008 11:10
I agree with your sizing theory Fiona - difference is M&S are shaped, Evans are redesigned tents from Millets!!
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Fiona C
The Master
Posts: 2639
Fiona C
... having managed to lose 2 stones in the 6 months since I joined THC, I've set a new target to lose another 1.5 stones by New Year. Trying to be realistic, as I know it gets harder the more you lose!
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# Posted: 2 Aug 2008 11:12
Quoting: flowers redesigned tents from Millets ... redesigned, you think? 
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