Lost: 42 Pounds (No, Not Looking for It Again!)

Click For Summary

Discussion Overview

This thread features participants sharing personal experiences related to weight loss, celebrating individual achievements, and discussing the impact of lifestyle changes on their health and well-being. Many express encouragement and support for each other's journeys.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, shares their experience of losing 42 pounds in 14 weeks, highlighting their balanced meal plan and daily walking routine.
  • Another participant mentions their weight loss journey of 40 pounds, noting how it positively influenced their sales of Pampered Chef products.
  • Several users express congratulations and support for the original poster's achievements, emphasizing the importance of lifestyle changes.
  • One participant discusses their struggle with weight loss after previously losing 42 pounds, expressing a desire to get back on track.
  • Another participant shares their experience of losing 25.5 pounds in 6 weeks, detailing their commitment to healthier eating and increased activity levels.
  • One user mentions the emotional challenges related to weight loss, particularly after a personal loss, and expresses motivation to improve their situation.
  • Several participants reflect on the significance of accountability and support within the community, suggesting the idea of an accountability thread.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

General agreement exists in celebrating personal achievements and the importance of lifestyle changes, though views differ on individual experiences and challenges faced during weight loss journeys.

Contextual Notes

Participants share a variety of personal stories and experiences related to weight loss, with some discussing the role of Pampered Chef products in their routines. The thread reflects a supportive community atmosphere.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants and community members interested in personal weight loss journeys and lifestyle changes may find inspiration and motivation in the shared experiences.

J
jwpamp
Messages
1,614
Just doing a "toot" to myself....I have officially lost 42 pounds in the last 14 weeks.

YEAH!!

I am 5'7" tall and have gone from a size 16 to a size 10. I still have about 10-15 pounds to go, but am so very happy with my progress so far.

I started doing a little WW (not officially, though...have a friend who did it and got the info from her --no meetings or online). Now I just follow what I think is a good balanced meal plan and walk or walk/run everyday. I do 3-4 miles /day which is very do-able for me. I break it up into 2 different times, A.M. and P.M. I figure I will "walk" to work and home every day and it's about 2 miles each way...so I walk "to the office" in the morning and I walk "home" after dinner. It takes about 30-45 minutes each depending on how fast I am going.

I never ate my "extra" 35 points every week, but now if I overindulge I just work out a little more to compensate. We are always going out to eat...I just have the server bring a box with my meal and put half away before I even start eating. And I am making healthier food choices, of course.

Just wanted to give some encouragement to those out there who are thinking about losing weight also. I was so tired and sluggish and was feeling bad -- not to mention that my mother, father and brother were all diabetic...that's not where I want to go!

You know I realized that you don't see any old fat people around....I am 47 and want to be here for awhile!

Hope this helps someone else, too!!
 
CONGRATULATIONS Janice! What a great accomplishment!
 
  • Thread starter
  • #3
I was beginning to tell people that I started Pampered Chef 40 pounds ago -- YIKES!! Not anymore -- I am (was) selling the heck out of the Deep Covered Baker, Salad Spinner and Salad Choppers, too. Those are things that I use for my own weight loss routine and others can see the difference that I am enjoying. It's really helped my sales!
 
Congratulations!!! What a great job!
 
Way to go girl! WW is a great plan. I like that they teach you healthier eating habits both in the food choices and the quantity. I never understood all the "do this for a while & then go back to what you used to do" programs. Making a change in your appearance means making a change in your attitude and your life too! :D I'm proud of you girl, brag away!!! :D
 
Way to go Janice!!!! :D
 
Good for you Janice!!!
 
Way to go Janice!! Fourteen weeks!! That's amazing! I hope to join you soon. I'm not very disciplined with my eating, but I'm down about 20 pounds!!
 
Congratulations Janice! That is AWESOME!! :D

Congrats to you, too Sandra!!! :party:
 
Congrats to you Janice and Chef Kearns! That's a serious accompishment!

Love the title janice! :)
 
CONGRATULATIONS to each of you! I had lost 42 last summer but unlike you... most of mine I have found again and I'm sad so your post is VERY timely and inspiring. I've GOT to get walking, that's all there is to it. Eating healthy is just not that hard... I just let emotions get in there and don't care sometimes. Thanks SO MUCH for sharing today! God knew I needed to read this!!!!!!!
 
  • Thread starter
  • #13
Congrats to you, too Sandra!!

I found that running (or walking really fast) was an excellent stress reliever, so when I get stressed I get on the treadmill or go outside for a walk. It works!

I have had a few problems with my right knee the last week or so -- and have been doing more walking than running, but anything is better than nothing.

It's also nice that my spinal surgery healed so well that I can do anything at all -- I am committed to getting back to where I was before surgery (that was 6 years ago!).
 
awesome job!!!! It's so easy to put it on, so hard to take it off...
 
that's awesome!! Way to go!
 
Great job! You should post pics.
I go to bed every night and say you know tomorrow I'm getting back on my elliptical. Really need to follow through.
 
Congratulations Janice and Sandra! That's FANTASTIC!!

I also said i'm not doing this anymore about 6-7 weeks ago. I have a huge craving for sugar and chocolate! Well not anymore. I made a conscious decision to stop eating everything and start doing more activities. So the kids and i started bike riding everyday 3miles. it's great for all of us! I watch most of what i eat and really don't have a craving anymore. I follow WW suggestions and it's working well. (i did have bbq ribs, corn on the cob w/butter and salt and 3 perogies the other night dipped in sour cream!-but we all need to indulge sometimes!) I kept making excuses for myself on why I couldn't lose weight and the biggest one was i don't have my thyroid anymore and the medication is always changing. Ha! I proved to myself that i can do it!!

I've lost 25 1/2lbs and 11 1/2 inches (different parts of body) in 6 weeks and am also going to start my WII fit again. I started at 214lbs and am down to 188.4 right now. :) I can't remember the last time i was that! My goal is to get to 160lbs so i'm almost half way to my goal! :)

The best part? I FEEL so much better about myself, my husband and kids are SO proud of me and are always complimenting me. I Love shopping again! I'm not doing too much shopping though b/c i won't be this size for long! I did shop for the disney trip and may buy a new top for NC.

Thanks Janice for starting this thread! It's nice to feel a part of it and actually write/share my goals. :)
 
Way to go Kristi!!! I'm so proud of you and can't wait to see you so I can give you a big hug!!!! :D
 
Wow, CONGRATS!!! You are all so inspiring with your success stories. I have been struggling with my weight for a while now and since losing my dad I have been do down in the dumps that I haven't cared about what/ if I eat. I keep saying I need to move in a better direction, change my eating and start walking.
These stories have moved me to push myself harder.
 
you guys are awesome. I had a LOT to lose but just can't get started.... I look at our Disney pics and I look so gross :(Maybe we need an accountability thread?
 
  • Thread starter
  • #21
I think for me it was just making the decision to follow thru...and the medical aspect--

and the trip we are taking to Hawaii (not PC, just on our own) in a few months!!!!

For Maui in May I will be taking our 27 year old daughter. My husband can't get vacation then, so it's just us girls!
 
  • Thread starter
  • #22
Hey, finally got some good pics to post (from National). It's my Before and my "so far" -- I have about 15 more pounds to go....

I am on the far left in the pic from 2009 National Conf. and by myself in the 2010 pic.
 

Attachments

  • Group at National Conference.jpg
    Group at National Conference.jpg
    33 KB · Views: 389
  • Janice - 200k wall.jpg
    Janice - 200k wall.jpg
    19.6 KB · Views: 402
Wow! The picture says it all. You look great!
 
lookin good girlfriend! How did I not see you AT ALL at conference?!?!?!?!?!
 
  • Thread starter
  • #25
I know....I looked for you -- there were soooooo many people there!! Sorry we missed each other!
 
Janice you look awesome!!! So happy I was able to see you!!!!!
 
  • Thread starter
  • #27
Thanks so much, Colleen -- I was so glad to see YOU! You aren't that far away, are you? Maybe we could meet halfway for lunch sometime (New Buffalo, Niles??) -- oops....nevermind -- saw you are 4 hours from me - :-(
 
We stopped in New Buffalo for lunch yesterday! Cute town!!! We'll catch up at conference next year! :)
 
WOW you look great!! That's what I plan on my story being at conference next year.
 
wow! you look wonderful!
okay, how did you resize your pics bc mine are too big.
 
You must log in or register to reply here.

Similar Pampered Chef Threads

Director Lost Order for Host and Lost Commission for Me...
  • Malinda Klein
    • Recruiting and Team Leaders
Replies
9
Views
2K
Sheila
Director Lost Yellow and White Gold Wedding Band at Hilton Conference -- Please Help!
  • jwpamp
    • Recruiting and Team Leaders
Replies
2
Views
1K
sharalam
Director Searching for Lost Join Us Brochure Labels and Guide
  • dannyzmom
    • Recruiting and Team Leaders
Replies
4
Views
1K
dannyzmom
soI've Probably Lost a March Show......
  • kcmckay
    • Recruiting and Team Leaders
Replies
4
Views
2K
tpchefpattie
Overcoming Loss of Downline: My Frustration and Road to Recovery
  • micocina
    • Recruiting and Team Leaders
Replies
25
Views
4K
pamperedchefpowers
How Did I Lose 6.2 Pounds in One Week?!
  • lockhartkitchen
    • General Pampered Chef Chat
Replies
10
Views
2K
gailz2
Lost It All but Hey, That May Not Stop Me!
  • pampered1224
    • General Pampered Chef Chat
2
Replies
32
Views
4K
pampered1224
I Did It !!!!!!!!! 1 Step Closer Director
  • christinaspc
    • Recruiting and Team Leaders
Replies
8
Views
2K
christinaspc
Celebrate with Us: Join Our Grand Opening Show and Meet Our New Team Leader!
  • pchefmel
    • Recruiting and Team Leaders
Replies
2
Views
1K
Nep2nfly
Has Anyone Earned Directorship and Not Taken It?
  • janetupnorth
    • Recruiting and Team Leaders
Replies
20
Views
2K
Chef_2_Four
Back
Top