Hi Hilda,
 
We can try working together, We start tomorrow.  I am hoping to loose 30kgs. You
are not alone dear, I am sure we shall manage.


--- In SpecialKgroup@ yahoogroups. com, "hspencer1969" <hspencer1969@ ...>
wrote:
>
> Hi I am Hilda from Chicago,
> I will be starting my diet August 1st. i need a buddy please, i need support.
i want to lose 50pds by October, anyone wants to be my buddy i am open.
>

Hi Hilda, and welcome!  50 pounds in two months is an ambitious goal.
In order to achieve that in a healthy way, you will need to add a lot
of exercise along with the diet.  I hope you'll find some of the
exercise tips here helpful, and we'll support you along the way.
-kirstie
Moderator, SpecialK Group

--- In SpecialKgroup@yahoogroups.com, "hspencer1969" <hspencer1969@...>
wrote:
>
> Hi I am Hilda from Chicago,
> I will be starting my diet August 1st. i need a buddy please, i need
> support. i want to lose 50pds by October, anyone wants to be my buddy
i
> am open.
>

Hi I am Hilda from Chicago,
I will be starting my diet August 1st. i need a buddy please, i need
support. i want to lose 50pds by October, anyone wants to be my buddy i
am open.

hay joanne
my name is kamaiki and I know how you feel. have you ever seen fittv??? If you
go to fittv.com they have a very wide selection of workout routines from all
different trainers. and they have belly dancing, yoga, hip hop dancing, i mean
you name it they have it... I love there nomeste yoga I just cant get up early
enough and i can never get home from work in time hahahahaha good luck
kamaiki



----- Original Message ----
From: Joanne D Chin <joannesweetflower@...>

Hi hi to everyone i am Joanne, and i would like to make friends, i am a mother
of one seventeen year old, and i get so excited with keeping fit, and
exercising, but i am looking for new and interesting ways to keep on the wagon,

I am in agreeance with you both, I started this diet a week ago and I
am having troubles finding things to eat. My hardest time is while
cooking dinner and also late at night. Any suggestions.

Good luck.


--- In SpecialKgroup@yahoogroups.com, "cosmo_mom79" <cosmo_mom79@...>
wrote:
>
> I just started the special k diet, but I have put my own thought
into it. I am like you and would like an actual meal instead of a bar or bowl od
cereal.

Hi Everyone:

I did the Special K diet about 6 years ago and I lost 15 lbs., which
put me really close to my pre-pregnancy weight.  Since then, I've put
on 40 lbs. because I sit all day at my job, don't eat as well as I
should and I hardly ever exercise anymore.  This is all my own doing
and I can force myself to make the time to exercise, I just don't do
it.  I turned 39 a few weeks ago and I've given myself a goal to lose
40 lbs. for my 40th birthday.  I've tried many, many plans....slim
fast, WW, Alli and yes, they all worked for me, but I like the fact
that Special K is a pretty simple plan.

Good luck to all of us here!

Melissa

hi debbie. i see the weight watchers commercials and have wondered
what they do but they are too expensive for me to join.

--- In SpecialKgroup@yahoogroups.com, "Gregory & Deborah Wilson"
<wilsonadvocare@...> wrote:
> My name is Debbie.  I have lost 20 pounds thanks to Weight Watchers and
Advocare.

I am in a similar situation. I like cereal for breakfast, but I signed up for
this group for the suppport, not necessarily doing the Special K diet {gee, I
hope that doesn't get me kicked out LOL). For example, for lunch today, I took a
large piece of Romaine lettuce, a laid a piece of lunchmeat and cheese over it.
I added just the lightest coat of Ranch dressing (less than 1/2 tsp.) and a few
drops of olive oil and vinegar, to keep it from being dry. Rolled it up and it
is delicious.
 
 
Kathy
 

hi  i tried those soy joy bars. i thought the strawberry was nasty.
the chocolate one though kinda taste like a fig bar though. special k
bars taste much better. i like the new raspberry bliss

--- In SpecialKgroup@yahoogroups.com, Kamaiki Kawelo <kamaiki143@...>
wrote:

Ive been eating these soy joys the strawberry is ok
but you have to get use to the taste but its not bad.

a low sodium chicken broth, or a vegeterian broth with skinless chicken and
veggies and some whole wheat noodles.     Chicken noodle soup basically.  Just
fine tune it.
Liz
 -e



----- Original Message ----
From: Kamaiki Kawelo <kamaiki143@...>
congrats beth
question what is hot low fat noodle soup???

Here is my protein ball recipes. I have two. My kids and I prefer the
first recipe, where a friend of mine loves the second one. So I guess
which ever you prefer, they are both high in prtein:)
1cup peanut butter
1cup protein pwder
1cup oatmeal (not instant)
6 packets of sweetner (I prefer honey)
mix all up and roll into balls and refriderate. YOu can roll in
crushed peanuts if you would like as well.


Second recipe:
3 Tbsp. nut butter

2 Tbsp. protein powder (not soy)

3 oz softened cream cheese

2 Tbsp. Raw unheated honey

½ cup unsweetened, shredded coconut

1 Tbsp. sesame seeds

2 Tbsp. chopped nuts



Directions:

Mix all ingredients together except nuts. Roll 1 Tbsp. mixture into
ball between palms, then roll in nuts. Refrigerate. Makes 10-12
balls.  (I just mix it all together and don't worry about rolling
into ball. I eat with a spoon out of the bowl J )



Approx. 4.5 grams carbohydrates each ball

Approx. 4.5 grams protein each ball.

I justheard about the group  I live in Northern NJ wm age 55 hitting
the scales at 245 and I would like to get down to 195,
Started today with cereal for breakfast and lunch.  Have joined a gym
but have not been active.  Will start again Friday when returning from
a trip.
Would like to find someone to help push me along.
Bob B
bbgolfer25@...

We have had some success with weight Watchers.  Hubby has lost 21 pounds and
I've lost 12 on it.  Neither of us exercise at all.  We've been faithful to the
food choices (counting points).  I'm down to a Size 10 (from a 14) and hubby is
down 2 pant Sizes.



----- Original Message ----
From: Gregory & Deborah Wilson <wilsonadvocare@...>
I have lost 20 pounds thanks to Weight Watchers and
Advocare.

congrats beth
question what is hot low fat noodle soup??? my kids love saimin and its noodles
in soup but it is not very healthy so any alternative to that would help.
kamaiki



----- Original Message ----
From: Beth <eap2g2b@...>
Maybe  you could swap out a bowl of oatmeal in the morning instead of cereal or
hot low fat noodle soup for lunch on different days.

I have not tryed the special k diet I have been trying to watch what I eat and
not over eat. can I get that protien ball recipe? I am also 27 with two kids.
Ive been eating these soy joys the strawberry is ok but you have to get use to
the taste but its not bad. My two year old daughter has been helping me when I
ask her what she wants to eat she tells me salad which helps alot its better
then french fries hahahahaha

kamaiki

----- Original Message ----
From: cosmo_mom79 <cosmo_mom79@...>
So what I do is eat the cereal for breakfast,
drink lots of water between meals and I also make my own protein balls for a
snack and then for lunch I try to make a smaller meal that is full of protien.

Hi, everyone i would like to announce that i'll be starting the special
k diet tomarrow and i would like to hear some of peoples results and
struggles with the diet.

Hello
im marisol and i want to lose weight and give speacial k a try
the thing is i want to make sure that it's going to work and that i'm
actually going to get results.I'm planning on starting the diet
tomarrow. try to stick with it and see how it goes.

I am in the same boat.  If you here of something please let me know



----- Original Message ----
From: cbrennan58 <cbrennan58@...>
  I know how to eat healthy thats not the problem. I was just
wondering if anyone else is haveing problems staying to the diet
because of lack of food prefrances.

I'm 33 years old and way more now than I did when I was 9 months
pregnant. I absolutely hate it. I way 224lbs and need to be at about
140lbs to be considered healthy for my height. I like working out, but
find it hard to stay motivated when I have to go to the gym by myself.
If anyone is in the Puyallup, WA area and would like a workout buddy,
please let me know.

Hello my name is Dominique:
I'm 19 years old.
I live in Los Angeles, Ca.
My Goal is to lose 15lbs.
I currently weigh 147lbs.

It just seems ever since I got to LA i gained what
they call the freshman 15. I've been trying to manage
school, work, and a social life. Im just trying to stick with this and
see how it goes.

Hi

My name is Debbie.  I have lost 20 pounds thanks to Weight Watchers and
Advocare.  I walk atleast 2 hours a day, and ride the stationary bike
everyday and exercise tape 1 day (sometimes a couple)a week

I just started the special k diet, but I have put my own thought into
it. I am like you and would like an actual meal instead of a bar or
bowl od cereal. I am not a big cereal eater at all so just having it
for breakfast is a chore. So what I do is eat the cereal for breakfast,
drink lots of water between meals and I also make my own protein balls
for a snack and then for lunch I try to make a smaller meal that is
full of protien. I eat eggs, or today I had a slice of whole wheat
bread, turkey deli meat and a couple slices of chedder cheese all
stacked on top of eachother like a sandwhich and ate it with a fork. It
took me longer to eat so I was full when I was done and it was a pretty
healthy meal without totally pigging out:) Which I am so prone to do! I
have not been on the diet long at all but I do feel better, not so
whalish. HA!
I hope this helps. I know it is frustrating to feel hungry all day. If
you would like the protien ball recipe just let me know. Or you can
google it and there are a bunch of protein ball recipes online. Good
luck!



--- In SpecialKgroup@yahoogroups.com, "cbrennan58" <cbrennan58@...>
wrote:
>
> I am a 27 year old mother of 2 trying to get at least 25 lbs. off. I
> have been doing the diet and have lost one inch of my waist but my
> problem is that it really does not keep me full through the day

Hi, I read your post, Its hard to find a diet plan out there to work in our best
interest, I love cereal, could eat it all day really.  So when i saw the
challenge, I was up for it.  Maybe  you could swap out a bowl of oatmeal in the
morning instead of cereal or hot low fat noodle soup for lunch on different
days.  Being on a plan or diet means having to change our bad habits for good
and that means we have to reconstruct.  It's hard. but, it's do able.  I didn't
get into this situation because of my good eating habits.  Its a change that I
am committed to because I want to be healthy.
 Keep up on the plan.  I've lost 8 pounds. I feel good.  I have 32 more to go.
Exercise is important as well.    GOOD Luck.  -e



----- Original Message ----
From: cbrennan58 <cbrennan58@...>
I am a 27 year old mother of 2 trying to get at least 25 lbs. off. I
have been doing the diet and have lost one inch of my waist but my
problem is that it really does not keep me full through the day.

Hi,
I'm an active senior, still working full-time.  I want to lose 55 lbs
but wanting to be healthier is the motive that is getting me started.
The most difficult part for me is exercise.  After working all day
with a long to and from commute to work, I'm pooped when I get home.
Giving up starches is also a challenge but I'm going to do this!
Panda

We are looking for our next spotlight member.  Don't be shy!  If you've
had some success, sharing your story offers encouragement to others.
Even if your journey isn't complete, we'd like to hear from you.
Remember - it's progress, not perfection!
Nominations and self-nominations are most welcome.
You can reply here, or shoot me an e-mail at kirstie_mo at yahoo.com.

Hi

My name is Dorcky, i want to loose weight, have tried everything but
no results, i did try this special k challenge and it worked fine i
lost 6kg in a month, but then went back and ate normal as on the
package it says this should not be a long term weigh loss solution, i
hope i can loose some weight again this time,started yesterday so will
see in two weeks if i lost 3kg, i will keep you posted.

Hi my name is Jamie, from South Florida and I am 23 years old, 170 lbs
and struggling with the last 15 baby pounds.... wish me luck and good
luck to all!!!

You can do it... It sounds like your almost there... Have you tried crystal
light in your water???
kamaiki



----- Original Message ----
From: Joanne D Chin <joannesweetflower@...>
My brthday is coming up the first week in next month, and i have fallen off the
weight-loss wagon so many times in the past year that sometimes i feel i am a
sucker for punishment,

the way i feel. everytime i mention losing weight or being on a diet they tell
me " why you are skinny" I know I am not over weight and compared to some I am
not big. But at my heaviest I was 250lbs so I have come a long way since then.
but even at 140 and after three kids I dont feel sexy or confident. I feel ok in
long jeans and a shirt but I dont like the way I look in fitting shirts or
shorts. So if I ask anyone around me they tell me Im fine but I just dont feel
it. I hope that makes sense.
kamaiki



----- Original Message ----
From: Nicole Washington <nicci7075@...>
Has someone said something to talking to you about the way you look?  or is it
just the way you feel

I am a 27 year old mother of 2 trying to get at least 25 lbs. off. I
have been doing the diet and have lost one inch of my waist but my
problem is that it really does not keep me full through the day. I
also want food thats hot for luch or breakfast instead of a bar or
cerial... I know how to eat healthy thats not the problem. I was just
wondering if anyone else is haveing problems staying to the diet
because of lack of food prefrances. I really need a plan I can work
with. Any suggestions?