Weight Loss: Week 9 Weigh In & Update

[ErinHuggins]

Way to go! Keep up the hard work. Cheers, Erin

[Normallydifferen48]

Billy Blanks

[AliasKenzo]

Hello... look a this Fat girl in my video.... you look better than her.. by the way....

[limametro]

Oh defeintly when I loss 60 pounds my hair and skin looked new!!! Like a fountain of youth!!! You know...The eliptacal machine is way better I used to use the treadmill and I hated the way my knees and ankles would ache. Imagine 300 pounds on size 7 feet...ugh.. so I switched its like a skiing motion more impact yes but you can go at your own pace loved it it burns way more fat then the treadmill.

[bmoviequeen1426]

Yeah the raw nuts aren't exactly the most appetizing things...I usually throw them into something so I won't notice them...wraps, Flax Z hot cereal, stir fry, ect... The only thing I'm not sure about is how high carb your diet is b/c the all the fat in the nuts combined with a higher carb diet might make you gain wt. Yikes!

[JustMeAlyssa00]

I really worship you, i mean you stepped up and did something about your weight, unlike people who say they willl, but dont do anything. I really think you are a strong, independent women, i really appriciate that! Please keep on doing , what you are doing and stay healthy! Thank you!

[rae4osu]

hmm good point about the detoxing! How are you doing honey? I never hear from you anymore... things getting better??? I miss you love!

[halfbakedlaska]

Pilates For Dummies! It is awesome, no impact and you really get a good workout.

[rae4osu]

i'll add it to the list... thanks!

[Nicsaprincess]

I Hate Long Gym Lines to get on the Treadmill!!!

[rae4osu]

yeah it's so ridiculous. Good that people are wanting to improve their health but bad for impatient people like me! haha

[SSSherri]

hey didnt know you were a NKOTB fan, huge one here since 88. Heard that Tulsa was off the chain!! :) They'll be here in VA next Wends. yay. Keep up the good work girl.

[rae4osu]

yeah I've been in love with them since 88 as well! Even when they weren't popular I still listened to them hahaha! Their concert was one of the best I've been too!

[mssteiny]

HI! You are doing awesome-life happens!! Have you tried any leslie Sansone videos (they're walking videos); you can also check out collagevideo-you can preview the videos to see what you like. Take care!! <33

[rae4osu]

Awesome, I haven't heard of those! I'll add them to my list. thanks!

[BarrysDaughter]

you are allowed days off hon this is for life now and if you don't have the odd day off you will go insane keep up the good work :0)

xxxJoolsxxx

[rae4osu]

this is so true! Thanks love

[oreonshadow]

Great job. Ur face looks thin!!

[rae4osu]

thank you!!!

[unfoldinguniverse]

you're doing great sweetie. you could always try a bellydance workout. it's very low impact, and while you feel silly at first, it can really be fun. it's the workout i stuck with the longest.

[rae4osu]

that's cool.. i may look into one of those... you think it would be too much twisting on my back and hips??? LOVE YOU!

[Slim4Iife]

Great video! Gym can sux sometimes... I try to go to mine early when novody is there. Exercise DVD, I would recomment id Jillian Michaels or Yoga.

Cheers,

Mari

[rae4osu]

Cool I'll write those down to check out! Thanks Mari!

[adrianakatelyn]

KEEP IT UP YOUR DOING GREAT!!

[rae4osu]

thank u!

[singingbeauty17]

get back on the wagon! u can do this

u look great tho and losing inches is AMAZING

so good work

[rae4osu]

thanks!!!

[lovedance122]

what does the water intake do?

[rae4osu]

water is super important in weight loss or to live a healthy lifestyle. It keeps you from being dehydrated which can make you think you feel hungry when really your just thirsty.. they have the same sensor. It speeds up your metabolism, speeds up the fat burning process, removes toxins, keeps you from getting constipated, gives you a sense of feeling fuller so you eat less, increases oxygen to your muscles, etc. etc. Hope this helps!

[lovedance122]

thanks so much! i've been wondering what you ment by that and i'm glad i asked! btw you are doing AWESOME!!! :)

[IShaDowRox]

i can tell so much on your face forsure. So proud of your accomplishment, and dont worry about falling its the getting back up, and that's all that matters Great Job

[rae4osu]

thank you so much honey!

[IShaDowRox]

YAY i saw NKOTB too in Hidalgo Tx.... I LOVE THEM SOOOOO MUCH so glad they are back

[rae4osu]

I know they were amazing! SOOOO GOOD! I want to see them again and again and again!

[bmoviequeen1426]

That's not accurate about the nuts. Nut oils are excellent for your insides and outsides. I eat pumpkin and sunflower seeds, almonds, pecans, and walnuts everyday. I suggest you ditch the roasted varieties and get them raw and unprocessed. Sugar causes inflammation (on the inside and outside). Other than that I think you're doing really good!

[rae4osu]

ok well good to know! I'll pick up some raw nuts soon....even though they won't be as good as my wasabi almonds lol. Thanks for the info!

[nellly1957]

You are well on track, a healthy weight loss is 1-2lb a week - keep up the good work (by the way, you are looking great, it is really showing in your face).

[rae4osu]

thank you so much!!!

[justjolean1]

hey girl yay for new kids, yes you need a few days here and there to just relax and be, inches and exercise are always great!

[rae4osu]

this is true... life is too short to be super strict all the time!

[TheBubbleGumPrincess]

OMG! Your watermark is soooo super adorable!!

I am glad you had fun!! You deserve it:)

[rae4osu]

thanks! My hubby made it for me hehehe

[LVMAKEUP]

You look great girl!!! Thanks for the update!!

[rae4osu]

thank you so much!

[bbbblazin2802]

Great update!!!!

Glad you enjoyed the NKOTB concert!!!

You're right, inches are great lbs are overrated!!! You're doing great, and totally motivated so that's great!!!

[rae4osu]

thanks! lbs. are overrated... stupid bitches LOL.

[maddathnu]

also-i can relate- i weigh 230 lbs and ive only managed to lose 10lbs in 6 bloody monts!! its hell isnt it ?! but dont be discouraged as ur right its a life change and eating properly will benefit u in other ways too. plus-TAKE MEASURMENTS NOW-as u can see from now onwards!-much love to you and good luck xx

[maddathnu]

yeah exactly!-u can lose a lot of inches and see no change on scale so dont worry and btw i noticed your face is looking slimmer as soon as i turned it on! DONT GIVE UP and youll get there! xx

[rae4osu]

aww thanks sweetie! I'm glad you can notice :)

[MACwishin]

Good Job Love. :) .02 is nothing... it is all about the inches. :) I love yoga... some of the stretches are a lil hard but I am getting better and easy on my ole knees. :)

Kimmy

[rae4osu]

awesome.. i've never done yoga b/c I didn't really see the benefit of it except for stretching but I may have to check it out!

[ssweetstang64]

You know, I just read somewhere that our wieght can flux 5 pounds in a day and that the weight we are in the morning after our morning...you know what...is the real weight. Anyways, 2 lbs is nothing! ;0)

[rae4osu]

wow I never knew that! Thanks for the info. And luckily it wasn't two lbs it was only POINT 2... (.2) hahaha Thanks babe

[ChelleLUVSmakeup]

I think you look Fantastic. I can really see the weight loss in your face. I know how it is to have back problems. I need to exercise and right now I can't. Hopefully soon!!! Keep up the great work

[rae4osu]

thanks love!!!

[freakyguru]

You look great girl, keep up the great work. I have an incredible Middle Easterm turkey burger recipe if you want it let me know. Sorta spicy...SOOO good! ;-)

[rae4osu]

sounds good! send it my way!

[jmdlovesjf]

Im not sure what the weather is like where you live because I dont know where you live, but if possible, you could do some water exercises in the pool for summer time. I know that swimming and just being in the water just helps me not feel any pain and pressures and stuff. Just an idea, Im not trying to tell you to do something :-)

[rae4osu]

I don't have a pool and I don't live near any indoor pools to my knowledge. Water is the best exercise for anyone.. I used to teach water aerobics for the geriatric population when I was in college. Thanks for the tip though, may look into it!

[positivechica]

That could, indeed, be water. We all fall down and we just have to pick ourselves up and get back on track. Besides, we all need special "off plan" nights. :)

[rae4osu]

hell yes we do... i'd die without my off plan night! haha

[pinkfairygrl1029]

I really like yoga and pilates because I have spinal arthritis and can't do a lot of high impact stuff. The two best ones I've found are Plus Size Pilates and JMS yoga. They are made for plus size girls and make the moves accomodate curves. All the stretch makes the back feel loads better.

Love the vids BTW.

[rae4osu]

Wow thanks for the info I'll check those out!!

[twixtbetwixt]

Looking great!

If you are working out, you should be building muscle. Since muscle weighs more than fat & burns more calories, you will notice a loss in inches quicker than a loss in pounds.

I'd concentrate more on the inches lost than worrying about actual pounds.

Congrats on all your hard work & the benefits you are beginning to see! ;)

[rae4osu]

This is true I forgot about muscle weighing more. Thanks doll!!!

[thedrunkenhippy]

I like your attaitude! This is usually the point where I restrict even more and....do worse!

Keep up the great work!

[rae4osu]

aww thanks! Well I figure this is a life change... i plan on living for quite a few more years therefore I can't be super strict and rigid or I'll go off the deep end! And I've made up my mind that if I want a drink or a small dessert etc. I'm going to have it and just build it into my program without stressing over it!

[rae4osu]

thanks love!

[PinupCandy]

I can totally see it in your face, Rae! You really should be proud of yourself.

And I am jealous you saw NKOTB lmao. Now I am gonna go listen to them ;)

[rae4osu]

NKOTB were greattttttttttttttt you have to see them if they come near you!!! I am proud of myself but frustrated with my inability to tolerate exercise... grrr! Thanks for the support honey, it means alot!

[renexsmile]

the hair: increased calcium will make your hair and your nails grow. when our bodies are not getting enough vitamins they cut off circulation like trees with leaves. the body only does what is necessary and our nails/hair are the first extraneous place you see it.

workout: richard simmons sweating to the oldies as crazy as it sounds his videos are low impact but great results.

hope that helps, keep up the great work.

[rae4osu]

I never thought of it that way! Thanks! Ya know I was thinking about those videos eventhough they are corny as hell haha! Thanks for the tip!

[JuicyDazzleMAC]

u def look like you lost weight.... alot

.2 lbs iys nada. stay gorgeous!!

skinny minnie!!!

[sarah29457]

Your make up and hair looks amazing! Keep strong!

[rae4osu]

thanks!!

[julieswahn]

You look adorable!! Your makeup (more subtle) suits you so well, Rae, and your hair is a great color and I like the length. Ok so you loosened up this week but that's ok.. you're back on it. And Rae, it SHOWS. I mean it. I showed your before and current videos to my bestie and she noticed it, too! I'm on day 12 of my program :) Keep it up girl!

[rae4osu]

aww well thank you honey! I'm glad you and your BFF can tell that makes me feel awesome! Good luck with your program you can sooo do it!

[oceanjessika]

I love those damn nuts. I was hooked on the salt and vinegar ones. They made me retain water like crazy and I did break out as well..

[rae4osu]

I know right?! sucks b/c they are so yummy!

[socalmakeup]

girl who cares about that teeny tiny gain, you're still a rockstar!

[rae4osu]

thanks sweetie you're quite the rockstar yourself!

[PiinkBeautii]

I work out at home and I use the biggest loser cardio max dvd and power sculpt I switch it up every day you should try it its awsome bye the way you look great keep up the good work.

[rae4osu]

Those vids sound great! Can any fitness level do them or do you need to already be in decent shape?

[PiinkBeautii]

yea im pretty sure any fitness level can do it it has beginner medium and advanced levels and you can create your own work out too

[jenlwal3]

Your hair has gotten so long! I can really tell in your face you're loosing weight, you look great!!!

[rae4osu]

Thanks honey. I've got a couple more inches to grow on the hair before I'm at my goal! haha :)

[120togo]

I wouldn't worry about the gain. It's not that much at all. You look like you've lost weight and that's all that matters. Your jeans speak the truth! They will tell you if you've lost weight! :)

[rae4osu]

thanks!!! They are def. telling me i've lost weight! They keep falling down when I walk up or down stairs haha!

[prettyinpunk666]

I'm starting to try and lose weight too, only about ten pounds, but I'm trying my best!

Dance videos look like a lot of fun, and you dont need much for it other than space around you enough to fully kick your leg out, just so you dont hit anything.

[rae4osu]

10lbs is fab!!! Good for you! Yeah I think hip hop abs looks awesome but I'm not sure if I could keep up with it! haha Good luck with your WL girl!

[sunny234a]

You should try yoga. You can do modifications if things are too rough. As you get used to it, you can push it a little more. It's relaxing and a workout at the same time. There are tons of tapes on it.

[sunny234a]

This may sound really weird but I have heard (from Jillian from The Biggest Loser) that it's better to just to a tequila shot than have a margarita. Something to ponder---not that I'm telling you to do shots and get loaded :-) Love your vid's and cooking. I'm trying tabulah tomorrow. Try and walk if you can. You look great and I love your attitude! Hugs!

[rae4osu]

Yeah that totally makes sense! Margaritas have lots of sugar... I had one Mon. night! Hope you like the tabouli. Thanks for your support!

[somuchlovex3]

girl im so proud of you :) keep on trecking towards your goals. have you heard of Body For Life? They have a cookbook with so many different good and healthy recipies,from like soups and dinners to like snacks and desserts, knowing that you are into cooking i think you should really check it out

[rae4osu]

aww thank you so much! I haven't heard of that but I will def. check it out!

[Nataliemusic23]

i can tell that you face is getting thinner!

i started the "weight Loss Journey" on monday-

:)

kinda excited-

[rae4osu]

I'm glad you can tell! Thanks! Goodluck you can do this girl!

[CrayolaCrown52]

love your videos

keep working at your goal!!!!

[rae4osu]

thanks honey!!