Roni's Weigh » Ask Roni Q&A http://ronisweigh.com One Mom's Journey from Fat to Skinny to Healthy. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 05:17:01 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 January Podcast: Changing Diets, Organics, Snack Attack Advice, Body Image, Finding Time http://ronisweigh.com/2012/01/january-podcast-changing-diets-organics-snack-attack-advice-body-image-finding-time.html http://ronisweigh.com/2012/01/january-podcast-changing-diets-organics-snack-attack-advice-body-image-finding-time.html#comments Wed, 11 Jan 2012 03:27:45 +0000 roni http://ronisweigh.com/?p=11396 It’s a new year and I’m setting a new Podcast Schedule! I realize they’ve been few and far between this past year and I’m sorry. Blame the baby. It’s his fault. ;)

My goal for 2012 is one podcast a month. I think it’s realistic and I don’t want to make any promises I [...]]]> It’s a new year and I’m setting a new Podcast Schedule! I realize they’ve been few and far between this past year and I’m sorry. Blame the baby. It’s his fault. ;)

My goal for 2012 is one podcast a month. I think it’s realistic and I don’t want to make any promises I can’t keep. That being said the podcasts themselves will be longer. I thought it would be hard to talk that long but apparently I’m a chatterbox. I think you already knew that.

Topics include…

  • Making the switch from Medifast to Weight Watchers
  • Weight Watchers online, face-to-face or on my own?
  • My take on organic foods, CSA, produce picks.
  • Tips for college student living abroad.
  • Advice for fellow snackers.
  • Body image stuff <- the question that makes me cry. ugh.
  • How did I get started? My motivated and how I find the time.


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]]> http://ronisweigh.com/2012/01/january-podcast-changing-diets-organics-snack-attack-advice-body-image-finding-time.html/feed 32 Ask Roni: Bragging http://ronisweigh.com/2011/11/ask-roni-bragging.html http://ronisweigh.com/2011/11/ask-roni-bragging.html#comments Fri, 18 Nov 2011 03:53:45 +0000 roni http://ronisweigh.com/?p=10834 I tried SO hard to record a podcast today. I really did. First, the phone rang, then the microwave repair guy showed up early (long story,) then the baby woke up early from nap. It was an absolute disaster. Laughable really.

I could record now, but it’s 9PM and with both kids in bed [...]]]> I tried SO hard to record a podcast today. I really did. First, the phone rang, then the microwave repair guy showed up early (long story,) then the baby woke up early from nap. It was an absolute disaster. Laughable really.

I could record now, but it’s 9PM and with both kids in bed all I have energy for is this: Blogging with the laptop on the couch watching TV.

SO… I thought I’d pluck one and do it the old fashioned way. This question came in from Michelle…

Clearly, you had no trouble about sharing your weight loss journey, since you know, wrote a blog. But now a days social media is so prevalent. How much is over share? Like today, I made my first real post on Facebook about the journey I am on, and I almost did not post it, because it felt like I was fishing for complements. I will also admit to thinking the same thing of friends who have done the same (although it was after the like fourth post of the day of a similar nature) I feel awkward about it.

braggingI love love love this question and I could answer it with one little quote…

“Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don’t matter, and those who matter don’t mind.”

Any time I’m worried about sharing an accomplishment or an opinion I think of that quote. It reminds me there will always be people who "mind" regardless of what I say or do, so why filter?

I really think it comes down to owning your accomplishments. You can call it "bragging" but it comes from a different place. When you share your weight loss or workouts or healthy food choices it’s pride, not arrogance. Sure if you went around saying things like…

"HA! I lost 2 pounds this week and you didn’t! nanny nanny poo poo."

you’d be an arrogant braggart but if you say…

"Hey guys, proud of myself this week, I lost two pounds!"

What’s wrong with that? Who’s going to have a problems with that?

You know who will? Those that are jealous, bitter or just plain jerks.

I read the most amazing blog post a few months ago by The Feminist Breeder called The World Needs More Women Who Brag About Their Accomplishments. It’s a must read and I share her thoughts EXACTLY….

Confidence is contagious, and should be threatening to no one.  Own your achievements.  Love them, AND yourself.

It’s really that simple. Whether you earn a degree, get a promotion, lose a pound, run your first mile, cook a healthy dish or make a healthy choice, OWN IT.

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]]> http://ronisweigh.com/2011/11/ask-roni-bragging.html/feed 13 Ask Roni: Can’t Stick, Reliving College, Snack Fantasies, The Last 15 lbs, My Motivation http://ronisweigh.com/2011/10/weight-loss-diet-podcast-video.html http://ronisweigh.com/2011/10/weight-loss-diet-podcast-video.html#comments Fri, 21 Oct 2011 03:24:09 +0000 roni http://ronisweigh.com/?p=10512 This almost didn’t happen today. I recorded real quick this morning which went smoothly but then the technical problems with iMovie 9. Oy Vey!

I refuse to publish another video with out of sync audio so I had to transfer the file to my old computer and export it there. Maddening! Anyway, I won’t [...]]]> This almost didn’t happen today. I recorded real quick this morning which went smoothly but then the technical problems with iMovie 9. Oy Vey!

I refuse to publish another video with out of sync audio so I had to transfer the file to my old computer and export it there. Maddening! Anyway, I won’t bore you with my geek vents. Let’s get on with the podcast!

Topics this week include:

  • I can’t stick to anything for more than 2 months!
  • If I could go back to college what would I do differently?
  • Can’t stop watching the clock and obsessing over food!
  • Losing the last 15lbs
  • What keeps me motivated day-to-day?

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I’m only losing 1 lb a week. Thoughts on slow weight loss? How do you account for ketchup? Nursing and Running long distances. Working out in the AM vs PM. Getting the courage to run events.

(Side Note: For some reason the audio [...]]]> YAY for podcasts! Let’s get right to it. Topics this week include…

  • I’m only losing 1 lb a week. Thoughts on slow weight loss?
  • How do you account for ketchup?
  • Nursing and Running long distances.
  • Working out in the AM vs PM.
  • Getting the courage to run events.

(Side Note: For some reason the audio is out of sync after about 2 minutes in. I’m trying to fix and will replace if and when I do. It’s REALLY annoying. There is a link for the audio version below the video if you can’t watch it.)



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That being said, I will answer at least one question a week until I get my video groove back. This weeks question is from Jane...

Hi Roni~ I am a long-time lurker on your blog :-). I am a 40 year old working mom of 3 (so very busy) and I am trying HARD to establish the habit of planning meals (all of mine and those of the family) so I can follow through with eating less on a regular basis. I do plan ahead with the best of intentions, but I get too hungry if I don’t bring enough food to work and then my best intentions go out the window. Also, when the family goes out to eat, I have a hard time sticking to my plan. I am only 5 foot 3 so I do not get to eat that much. :-( I have had food issues since I have been an adult and I think about it all the time (I hate that!). I even go so far in my own mind as to repeat a mantra to myself that my self worth is not based on my body fat percentage. I would love to get to the place where I can "equalize" and just plan and go with it and not feel like a failure. As I have followed you through the years, it seems as if you have the planning down. Is this because you only plan what you like to eat? Or because you know your plan will change and you build in flexibility? Any thoughts you have are appreciated~

Best Regards,

Jane

Hi Jane!

I totally understand where you are coming from. The concept of "equalizing" or what I call "finding my balance" has always been my goal. You asked if it’s planning or flexibility that help me, well, it’s a little bit of both.

When I first started I planned each day in the morning, pulling out what I was going to cook for dinner, making my lunch for work, and then eating breakfast. At that time it’s what worked for me. As the times changed, I had to change. Now I plan the family’s meals on Sunday which helps me shop and ward off The Husband’s requests to eat out (which seem to be daily!)

Regardless how I do it, you must find a way that works for you and your family. Trying to force something normally backfires. Ask yourself questions like… When do you shop for the week? What kind of meals does your family like? What will be the fastest to pull together after a busy day at work? What can you keep in stock that will help you when plans fall through?

Because they will, fall through that is, and that’s where being flexible comes in.

In addition to planning, I have a set of "rules" that allow me to be successful when things don’t go exactly the way I wanted them to. For example, I have go-to menu items at every. single. fast food place. I also have a family rule that only ONE of us can get fries which we all split. If we go out to a "sit down restaurant," I stick to grilled dishes, skip the carb and ask for extra veggies. These aren’t set in stone rules, just techniques I use allowing me to be flexible without feeling like I have to go "off plan." (side note: click here for my eating out strategies)

This probably isn’t what you want to hear, but you have to figure out what’s going to work for you. I don’t have the magic answer or the perfect solution. I’m constantly figuring things out as I go because things are always changing, especially when you have kids.

There is one thing you said in your email that I’m curious about. When you mentioned planning meals you said, "all of mine and those of the family" It sounds like you are planning separate meals for them and you. I hope that’s not true. I think it’s important to strike a balance between you and your family’s needs. I know it’s hard. BELIEVE ME I married a man who has no interested in a healthy diet WHATSOEVER! ugh.

Anyway, I wish I had a more specific answer for you. I’m hoping others will chime in and offer their advice in the comments.

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]]> http://ronisweigh.com/2011/09/ask-roni-planning-vs-flexibility.html/feed 9 Ask Roni: Paper Bag Popcorn, Kids and Healthy Foods, Maintenance vs. Losing, Reverse Body Image Issues, Tummy Tuck Post Baby [video] [podcast] http://ronisweigh.com/2011/07/ask-roni-paper-bag-popcorn-kids-and-healthy-foods-maintenance-vs-losing-reverse-body-image-issues-tummy-tuck-post-baby-video-podcast.html http://ronisweigh.com/2011/07/ask-roni-paper-bag-popcorn-kids-and-healthy-foods-maintenance-vs-losing-reverse-body-image-issues-tummy-tuck-post-baby-video-podcast.html#comments Thu, 14 Jul 2011 19:41:41 +0000 roni http://ronisweigh.com/?p=8902 It’s podcast time! I’m heading to the beach this weekend so I’ll be taking a short hiatus, again, from podcast recording. :(

Topics this week include…

Paper Bag Popcorn Kids and Healthy Foods Advice My approach to maintenance – Maintenance vs. Losing Reverse Body Image Issues Tummy Tuck Post Baby

It’s podcast time! I’m heading to the beach this weekend so I’ll be taking a short hiatus, again, from podcast recording. :(

Topics this week include…

  • Paper Bag Popcorn
  • Kids and Healthy Foods Advice
  • My approach to maintenance – Maintenance vs. Losing
  • Reverse Body Image Issues
  • Tummy Tuck Post Baby


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FINALLY! This has taken me days to get up. Sorry for my inconsistent podcast postings.

Topics in the video include…

Can’t stick to anything and obsessed with food. Going from a Low Carb Plan to Weight Watchers Helping Family Members Losing Weight Did my weight loss lead to more confidence?

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FINALLY! This has taken me days to get up. Sorry for my inconsistent podcast postings.

Topics in the video include…

  • Can’t stick to anything and obsessed with food.
  • Going from a Low Carb Plan to Weight Watchers
  • Helping Family Members Losing Weight
  • Did my weight loss lead to more confidence?


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Topics in this video include…

Old verses new WeightWatchers What kind of exercises you did each day and how long did you do them for. What kinds of foods did you [...]]]> This didn’t almost happen today. Long story. Please forgive any mindless babble or non-sense answers. I was feeling a bit "out of it."

Topics in this video include…

  • Old verses new WeightWatchers
  • What kind of exercises you did each day and how long did you do them for. What kinds of foods did you stop eating and what did you replace them with?
  • Extra Skin and Bra Recommendations.
  • Advice for vegetable haters.
  • What weight do I feel comfortable at?



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Topics this week include…

Do you have a goal weight for WW this time?  Is it different from the last time because you are a new Mom and will be brestfeeding for awhile?  What was your goal weight the 1st time you did WW?  How tall are you? [...]]]> I’m baaack! (with baby) ;)

Topics this week include…

  • Do you have a goal weight for WW this time?  Is it different from the last time because you are a new Mom and will be brestfeeding for awhile?  What was your goal weight the 1st time you did WW?  How tall are you?
  • How you stay motivated to eat healthy when your husband is not a big fan of healthy eating. Any thoughts or suggestions?
  • I was wondering how you make sure that you get enough calcium in your diet.
  • How did you do it? How did it just click for you? How do you stop feeling sorry for yourself, and stop working against yourself and just do it?

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Topics this week include…

Struggling with regret when looking at old photos. When will I be back after having baby. Yet another question [...]]]> Please excuse the eerie darkness in the video this week. As I say, I really did totally forget to record. I’m entering complete pregnancy brain fog mode. Please forgive me.

Topics this week include…

  • Struggling with regret when looking at old photos.
  • When will I be back after having baby.
  • Yet another question about how I stay organized.
  • Seasonal food cravings
  • Would I recommend Weight Watchers for a 10lb loss?

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