The Dogmother Posted January 9, 2006 Share Posted January 9, 2006 How about you and Rosie having a walk round the block, she'd enjoy it too. That's a good idea bb, especialy when the weather improves. At the moment it's dark and wet when she gets back c6pm. I'll get us both pedometers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 9, 2006 Share Posted January 9, 2006 Yes Lesley and Clare doesn't matter about the 10,000 so much as just pushing your own limits. All ages can get involved and children enjoy the challenge aswell. A few clients got thier children involved. You can find local round the block walks to add a few steps in the evening. We'll be popping out again tonight. BBx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted January 9, 2006 Share Posted January 9, 2006 Why are you a guest today Jaynie? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheilaz Posted January 9, 2006 Share Posted January 9, 2006 ....but I walk to school, then on to work, back home for lunch and back again, then back home at the end of the day - Hey, Clare, surely that is the best exercise. Well, 2nd best. Regular walking is so good! but once I am in for the evening I have to stay in with Rosie, so I'm not going to get the chance during the week. and as Buffie said, a short eve. walk just around the block? Yes, it's dark (and wet ) but take torches and make it fun! I only mean 10 mins. I'll wait here for you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted January 9, 2006 Share Posted January 9, 2006 Thanks Sheila Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheilaz Posted January 9, 2006 Share Posted January 9, 2006 Yes, it's nice & warm indoors here! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 9, 2006 Share Posted January 9, 2006 I'm pleased to report that I have amnaged a 25 minute walk today. I have some way to go this evening though, as I've only done 6300 steps! Do you think I can jog while I'm ironing? Maybe just march Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicola H Posted January 9, 2006 Share Posted January 9, 2006 Well done Ginnette.......................Not sure about jogging while you iron it could end in tears. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheilaz Posted January 9, 2006 Share Posted January 9, 2006 ..with an iron in each hand! Seriously, that's great news, Ginette, well done. 6300 may be more than you were doing before, so take today's total as your starting point. Then, that is what you can use to increase as you feel able, or at least maintain daily. Sounds like an excellent start, hurray! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 9, 2006 Share Posted January 9, 2006 It isn't more than I usually do, it's just that my work today has meant sitting down a lot or standing still - not a lot of walking! Still I'm very pleased to have done the walk. I'm so good at finding reasons why I can't! (got to cook dinner, got to get the work finished, got to . . .) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buffie Posted January 9, 2006 Share Posted January 9, 2006 Why are you a guest today Jaynie? Sorry been logging on with Mikey's settings but now on mine again. BBx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buffie Posted January 9, 2006 Share Posted January 9, 2006 That's it! Just makes you think about doing a bit more, you want to just add a few more steps and also think about movement of any sort. Activity is what it's all about. You can soon make a difference and you get used to being more active so it's easy to keep up. Gyms are often difficult to fit in or take time to travel to and shower etc so you get bored and pay money to not go, if you do go and keep going then great. BBx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted January 9, 2006 Share Posted January 9, 2006 Well I'm feeling dead virtuous; have just got back from circuit training - the first class back after a 3 week break. Don't feel too bad either Put the kettle on please Sheila Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 9, 2006 Share Posted January 9, 2006 Well done Clare! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buffie Posted January 10, 2006 Share Posted January 10, 2006 Well I'm feeling dead virtuous; have just got back from circuit training - the first class back after a 3 week break. Don't feel too bad either Put the kettle on please Sheila Well done Clare, I can see you glowing! BBx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buffie Posted January 11, 2006 Share Posted January 11, 2006 I wondered if you could help me Seriously, thanks to Clare for sending me an article which I will read later, I have had an idea and who better to run it past than my friends here. I am an eating disorder therapist dealing with anorexia and bulimia and compulsive eating but I also help clients with weight issues who need motivation and support after years of dieting. Motivation is the key point which can be used to achieve goals. I think my title may put some people off so is 'Motivational Therapy' more appealing do you think? I can seperate my work to broaden my client base. Just thought you may have a view on this. BBx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted January 11, 2006 Share Posted January 11, 2006 Sounds good Buff. Might attract people who are put off by the eating disorders title, but then again, you might lose those clients if you change the name. Sorry, not much help really Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buffie Posted January 11, 2006 Share Posted January 11, 2006 No alot of help Clare, not a name change but advertising to attract different types of clients. Have done something and will email it for your thoughts. It's letting people know that I don't just help those who are suffering from a mental illness, sadly still a stigma. BBx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted January 11, 2006 Share Posted January 11, 2006 Ahh, right, I get it now Being dense today! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 11, 2006 Share Posted January 11, 2006 Doesn't accepting one has an 'eating disorder' constitute one of the first steps in tackling it? In fact as someone who suffers with weight problems, being told I had an eating disorder would be a very positive thing. It would help with all the feelings of failure, shame, guilt, inadequacy, imperfection etc. Knowing I was trying to change my response to life's pressures or my own self-image might be something I could tackle. However I am sure there are many people who would like to go to a 'motivational therapist' for lots of reasons, short-term and long-term. We all need help motivating ourselves over some things and I expect the theory/therapy is much the same whatever the problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted January 11, 2006 Author Share Posted January 11, 2006 I think I prefer Motivational Therapy. Most of us don't have an identifiable Eating Disorder - although I have been there - and we know we just eat the wrong things. In that case Motivating is what we need. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 11, 2006 Share Posted January 11, 2006 Thanks Ginette, some people like the idea of a name and something to battle but others think eating disorders mean mental health issues and find it off putting and fearful. I want to be able to help a wider selection of clients with differing needs. Your imput is helpful so thanks. BBx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kazaddress Posted January 12, 2006 Share Posted January 12, 2006 Hi. this may interest some of you (maybe not). I lost 3 stone with weight watchers... and i have to live on a restricted diet because of my coleacs desease (not wheat or gluten). I now eat fresh organic fruit, veg and meat. goats cheese, fresh eggs, ruce and pulses, and have managed to stay at 8.5stone for over 2 years now! I have all my tips on www.the-billingtons.co.uk/wwtips.asp and all my recipes are on www.the-billingtons.co.uk/meals.asp I also email out my meal plans to ov er 80 people every thursday once my veg delivery has arrived. which might help some of you if you need some interesting ideas Kaz xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicola H Posted January 12, 2006 Share Posted January 12, 2006 Thanks for that Kaz, I need lots of encouragement at the moment I thought it would be easy to lose weight but after cutting out all the naughty sweet things in my diet have only lost 3 pounds in 2 weeks, it would be great if you could add me to your email list for the meal plans I need all the help I can get at the moment before I give up and eat all the pies.............. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel (& Paul) Posted January 12, 2006 Share Posted January 12, 2006 Me too! I have got to the stage where I am TOO fat to get up and eat all the pies Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
