Losing Weight Before TTC or While TTC?

I have to say that I have gained about 15 lbs since the wedding

So with that being said... I read that it is good to be in shape when TTC.

Did you try to lose weight before or while you are TTC? What did you do to shed some weight?

I have such a hard time doing this- but I really want to try something.... TIA

Message edited 9/30/2009 10:29:44 PM.

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i did WW and exercised

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I do the 30 day shred. Run w/ the dog. And make sure to eat well balanced meals with protein, complex carbs, and fat at each meal. I try to also make sure my plate is half veggies, 1/4 protein, and 1/4 carb. I also drink a lot of water, water w/ lemon, hot water w/ lemon, decaf green tea, etc... It can be really amazing how drinking enough fluid can help maintain your weight or help you lose weight.

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i started dieting (just low cal) and going to the gym more a few months before i went off BCP and lost about 10lbs. then like 5 mins after i went off BCP i immediately lost 5lbs - guess i was mega bloated for about 12 years . ive been in a comfortable weight now since june which is like a record for me. but im short so i gain fast and lose slow.

i am glad i did it though so when i gain the 15 back when PG it wont feel so bad (i hope).

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I'm having an issue with this too. I know I should lose at least 10 of the 15 lbs I've gained since my wedding a year and 1/2 ago, but it's just so darn hard!!! The exercising part isn't my problem... I go to the gym 3-4 times a week... it's the eating that always gives me trouble. I love junk food and it kills me. I've never really been able to stay with a healthy diet, and the frustrating part is that I know the exercise I do is only maintaining where I am now... I'm not losing. I thought TTC would be enough motivation by itself to get me to eat healthier, but so far... nothing has changed. Help!!! Maybe I should be posting this on the Diet & Fitness board.

Message edited 10/1/2009 9:36:19 AM.

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I'm getting "healthy" now before TTC -- getting into a work out routine and eating really well - salad, fruit, lean protein, etc. I'm also cutting back on coffee and working on switching to decaf.

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Posted by heatherandrichie

Posted by getinmybelly18

I do the 30 day shred. Run w/ the dog. And make sure to eat well balanced meals with protein, complex carbs, and fat at each meal. I try to also make sure my plate is half veggies, 1/4 protein, and 1/4 carb. I also drink a lot of water, water w/ lemon, hot water w/ lemon, decaf green tea, etc... It can be really amazing how drinking enough fluid can help maintain your weight or help you lose weight.

this sounds hard

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i'm about 10-15 pounds where I want to be. However, I think a lot of that is "weekend" weight. (cocktails etc) which I obviously won't be having once we do conceive.

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Posted by xosweetiexo

Posted by getinmybelly18

I do the 30 day shred. Run w/ the dog. And make sure to eat well balanced meals with protein, complex carbs, and fat at each meal. I try to also make sure my plate is half veggies, 1/4 protein, and 1/4 carb. I also drink a lot of water, water w/ lemon, hot water w/ lemon, decaf green tea, etc... It can be really amazing how drinking enough fluid can help maintain your weight or help you lose weight.

My 30 day shred is collecting dust on my dvd rack lol