What BIG thing can I do next month on my trip to celebrate the new healthier me?

[maggiegrace1]

I am so sorry about your Katrina experience. Hard to believe it has been almost five years!

As for how, I have been doing a LOT of things. I had medical intervention in January of 2009 and now work out 3-5 times a week. My carbs come from veggies and the occasional potato. I do NOT eat bread pasta or rice and I swim laps twice a day too. I also eat ZERO sugar. Literally my limit is 10 grams per serving which is next to nothing.

I eat lots of protien, fruit and veggies and when i want something sweet I find some great sugar free chocolate for a splurge! No diet soda either, i do water or unsweetened tea. Now I do have a coffee issue that will probably require a twelve step program, but that is my one vice left. :lol:

Thanks...I am sorry about yours too but I think we are all stronger because of it now.

The not eating bread thing is something that would be hard for me..:lol:

Sounds like a great plan and something that is pretty easy to follow...So proud of you!..

Congrats again and let us know what you decide to do BIG!!!:sohappy:

 

[Erin_Akey]

First off, congratulations to the new you! Since you've been to WDW 20 times or more, I'd say you and your husband should rediscover some of the things you may have done when you were younger such as going to the Poly Luau, maybe watching the electrical water pageant or going to the hoopdie do review. I also recommend the spas either at saratoga springs or the grand floridian. You and your husband should get pampered and rejuvinated!

We LOVE the Luau and Hoop De Doo and have both booked! BUT the spa we have NEVER done!!! That sounds cool!!!:sohappy:

 

[Erin_Akey]

Congratulations on getting healthy, and on your great outlook on life in general.

As for something you can do now, that you could not do before, thats not a ride;

How about one of the Segway tours. To ride one you need to be between 100 and 250 lbs. So that is something that was not an option before, but now you could do. They are also a load of fun

-dave

Are those hard to do? Have you done that before? That really does sounds fun, but I am afraid I would fall on my booty!!

 

[Phonedave]

Are those hard to do? Have you done that before? That really does sounds fun, but I am afraid I would fall on my booty!!

I have done them twice. Most likely will be doing a third in October.

I did one by myself, then brought my friends along for a second one.

This is how I described it to them.

You are going to get on the thing, and your first reaction is going to be "I better ask for my money back, because I can't even control this thing" Just stick it out. within 5 - 10 minutes of riding it, it will become second nature. It is a VERY fast learning curve.

All 6 of my friends who did the tour with me the second time, agreed that it was an accurate assessment.

My 8 and 11 y/o girls ride them with no problem. Not at WDW, because they deem them too young, but there is a place in NH that has them as a regular part of the park - just walk up and ride them around. They have ridden them there.

-dave

 

[glee]

You look fantastic! :wave::king:

You could go to discovery cove. Thats a big fantastic thing. Its very relaxing and exciting. :sohappy::sohappy::sohappy::animwink::animwink:

 

[mickeyforlife]

Okay,
So it is almost VERY hard to even write this post. This is a picture of me in Disney in December for Christmas 2008. LOVED my Disney just as much then as I do now.




That was probably my twentieth trip to Disney. The only roller coaster I will ride is Space Mountain and Big Thunder Mountain. I was always afraid to try the others and also afraid I would try to get on and not fit in the seats.

While I ADORED doing all of the amazing and wonderful things Disney offered, I would sit and people watch and wish I was smaller and could wear little sundresses and tank tops and outfits that were cute and kept me cool.

I always walked around feeling like everyone was staring at me. See I am also 5'11" tall. I loved all of the good food at all of the restaurants, but was almost afraid to eat because I just KNEW people were looking to see how much I ate or what poor choices i was making.

While my hubby has always been AMAZING and made me feel like the most gorgeous woman on earth, even at 325 pounds, I always felt like I wished i could be cute and that he didn't have to walk around with his big hefty wife.

I would look at all the cute little swimsuit coverups for sale at the Polynesian and the cute womens clothes everywhere and would get so frustrated because VERY LITTLE came in the 3X I needed. It was almost sad in some ways, even though it was my favorite place on earth!

SOOOO not to be a downer, but all of that was a precursor to this.
This is me now after working very hard to lose 135 pounds.


I still have about 25 pounds to go, but feel so much better. I am training for my first 5k in June and am looking forward to a Disney trip where I do not feel like the whole world is looking at the six foot tall fat girl. I am looking forward to going to France and trying ONE BITE of my hubby's pastry and not having the whole thing! I am looking forward to enjoying healthy options at my meals, jogging around the lake at CBR to start my mornings, etc.

I am looking forward to having so much more stamina to do all of the fun things I love and not feeling tired in the evenings and not feeling I am going to pass out in the bed after 12 hours of running around the parks.

I know for most of you who have never been "big", this will not make a lot of sense, but for me this trip is a big deal. This will be my first time EVER in Disney where I feel like a "normal" person.

I feel like this trip will be so liberating! My question is this, what is one big thing I can do to celebrate the new healthier me? I am DEATHLY afraid of roller coasters, so I am not sure if something like riding Everest will be it for me. BUT there has to be SOMETHING I could not have done at 325 pounds that I can do to celebrate?

I am one of those sappy and sentimental people so it needs to be something pretty cool and not really silly. Something my hubby and I will remember for a long time.

Any ideas from all of you pros?

You have done a great job. I too am trying to lose weight and like I have told others its not just about the weight but my health. I want to live for many more trips to Disney. LOL! As for something special at Disney what about a carriage ride at night at the Fort Wilderness. I think that would be very romantic. Have a great time and again Congrads:sohappy::sohappy::sohappy:

 

[HoneyMnShawnee]

Congratulations! I will agree with everyone here that you looked beautiful in both pictures but much more happy in picture number two. I will be bookmarking your thread for inspiration, as I am also a very large 5'11" woman (263lbs at last count, however pregnant with baby number 2). I do know how you felt about feeling out of place where ladies were wearing cute swimsuits or sundresses. I would be buying out the "Bou-tiki" at the Polynesian, as that is my favorite resort store.
I plan on getting my butt in gear once the baby is born and losing all of this weight I have gained since I met my wonderful hubby. Disney is also a passion for us and perhaps I could celebrate there one day like yourself. Hopefully I can show the will power, strength and stamina you have shown in your weight loss. Thank you for posting your thread and showing us all what can be accomplished with hard work and determination! :sohappy::sohappy::sohappy:

 

[LucyintheSky]

I just wanted to add my congratulations!

And to say that I know exactly how you feel, I'm also 5'11", and when my son when born 6 years ago I had gained a lot of weight. I, too, would feel like people were staring at me, I'd feel like Godzilla or something. When I finally lost the weight I felt so much better.

I hope you have a wonderful trip!

 

[PotteryGal]

Thank you for your inspiration. I share a lot of your struggles you had prior, and you have definitely given me lots to think about. I refuse to go near a pool, as I absolutely refuse to be seen in a bathing suit. I think the spa would be a great idea for you both, as I know they have couples' massages. And I hope your vacation is everything you're hoping for and more.

 

[CheshireCatStef]

Hi!
Congratulations on your weight loss, you look fabulous and HAPPY
As someone who also has been through a similar experiance (yesterday marks the 18 month anniversary of hitting my goal weight loss of 75 pounds) I'll tell you a couple things I LOVE to do now, that I would never do at 200 pounds...
Go to a water park Our last day of each vacation is either Blizzard Beach or Typhoon lagoon. Prior to losing weight, I'd have been horrified at the prospect.
Hang out by the resort pool, and actually GET up and walk around it and utilize the slides with my boys Fantastic feeling!
Anything where they call you up for audience participation... I'm all about it now and have a blast. The Lawn music guys at Hollywood Studios, what a blast! Maybe you can get up on stage for the Indy show...
Congratulations and keep up the good work!

 

[Hoop Raeb]

Congrats on the loss. I was 325 at one point as well. Got down to 200 before putting some back on. I'm hovering around 220 or 230 at 6'5" so I'm happy with that. I did Weight Watchers. It made sense to my engineering mind.

Things to do to celebrate? Ride Splash Mountain. Those are super tight cars so even if you did ride this one before, you'll be amazed at how much room you have now. Ride the rocket ships in Tomorrowland with hubs in the same car. Always hard to get two people when one is larger. My fave idea is rent a watermouse. These little boats wouldn't accept your size before but such a blast.

 

[Erin_Akey]

You look fantastic! :wave::king:

You could go to discovery cove. Thats a big fantastic thing. Its very relaxing and exciting. :sohappy::sohappy::sohappy::animwink::animwink:

What is that?

 

[Erin_Akey]

You have done a great job. I too am trying to lose weight and like I have told others its not just about the weight but my health. I want to live for many more trips to Disney. LOL! As for something special at Disney what about a carriage ride at night at the Fort Wilderness. I think that would be very romantic. Have a great time and again Congrads:sohappy::sohappy::sohappy:

That sounds really romantic since we are celebrating anniversary!!!

 

[CheshireCatStef]

They also have the carriage rides at Port Orleans Riverside

 

[Erin_Akey]

Congratulations! I will agree with everyone here that you looked beautiful in both pictures but much more happy in picture number two. I will be bookmarking your thread for inspiration, as I am also a very large 5'11" woman (263lbs at last count, however pregnant with baby number 2). I do know how you felt about feeling out of place where ladies were wearing cute swimsuits or sundresses. I would be buying out the "Bou-tiki" at the Polynesian, as that is my favorite resort store.
I plan on getting my butt in gear once the baby is born and losing all of this weight I have gained since I met my wonderful hubby. Disney is also a passion for us and perhaps I could celebrate there one day like yourself. Hopefully I can show the will power, strength and stamina you have shown in your weight loss. Thank you for posting your thread and showing us all what can be accomplished with hard work and determination! :sohappy::sohappy::sohappy:

Congrats on the baby! I am sure that after you have your baby, you will get back into fighting shape too! :wave:

 

[Erin_Akey]

Congrats on the loss. I was 325 at one point as well. Got down to 200 before putting some back on. I'm hovering around 220 or 230 at 6'5" so I'm happy with that. I did Weight Watchers. It made sense to my engineering mind.

Things to do to celebrate? Ride Splash Mountain. Those are super tight cars so even if you did ride this one before, you'll be amazed at how much room you have now. Ride the rocket ships in Tomorrowland with hubs in the same car. Always hard to get two people when one is larger. My fave idea is rent a watermouse. These little boats wouldn't accept your size before but such a blast.

My hubby is 6'6" and 235 so I can totally relate. I have never done the rocketships. That will DEF. go on my todo list!!:sohappy:

 

[sublimesting]

Congratuations, you look really good. Losing wieght is very hard. Especially right when you first start.

Hit the waterparks.

 

[Erin_Akey]

Thank you for your inspiration. I share a lot of your struggles you had prior, and you have definitely given me lots to think about. I refuse to go near a pool, as I absolutely refuse to be seen in a bathing suit. I think the spa would be a great idea for you both, as I know they have couples' massages. And I hope your vacation is everything you're hoping for and more.

You can do it!!! Look up Couch to 5k online. AWESOME plan! I want to do the marathon at Disney one of these days!

 

[Missymoe4]

Congratulations!!

You look fabulous!!

I am also in your boat--I know EXACTLY what you said in the "before". Although I am not at my "after" quite yet, I'm getting there. I do weight watchers and workout 5 days a week. Due to food moderation and working out, I have lost 75 pounds. My goal is to get to 125. But, I look forward to my Disney trip in August, being able to fit into clothes, not worry about what I look like (as much) and enjoy being way "thinner" than I used to be. My course has been long--counting points and food moderation is tough. But, losing a pound or two a week, knowing that in 4 months I'll be down even more, keeps me going.

The horse ride sounds awesome. I was looking at the WDW tour book the other night and was estatic over the fact that I can now ride a horse without being anywhere near the 250 pound weight limit. That feeling felt so good!

Treat yourself to a new dress or outfit from the Poly--or even show off your stuff at the pool/TL or BB.

Have a good time on your trip and enjoy yourself. Be proud of what you did--for yourself--and remember this throughout your trip--even if you don't find the "perfect" thing to symbolize your new you. In many regards the ENTIRE trip is you celebrating the new you! Just you wait and see....

 

[Alexx]

What is that?

Discovery Cove, is well take a look! http://www.discoverycove.com/ I've always wanted to go, it looks fantastic!. You should really take a look at it.

Anyway, back to what I was going to say. I think what you've done is just flipping fantastic! You look fabulous and I think you're such an inspiration to people who wanna lose weight!

Something you could do is go to Discovery Cove which was mentioned above. You could try Everest! It's not that bad seriously, try and get in the middle or just stay away from the front and back those make the ride worse than it is. You can treat yourself to some new clothes or bathing suit etc. Just have fun!

I wish I had the willpower to lose some weight like you did dude, seriously you look fantastic!