Topic : *Canada: Alberta

Hi,

I am looking for a workout buddy that possibly has a membership to Spa Lady, but not a prerequisite.

I am from Edmonton and need to be more motivated, keep on top of my exercise program and need encouragement to not stop.  It is too difficult to do this alone.

Please let me know if you are interested in keeping the motivation going and being a support to each other.

Hi there,

 

    I too am from Alberta, though not Edmonton. I live in Drumheller AB about three hours away. I hope all is going well with your workouts and fitness plans. I am sorry that I can not be your workout buddy due to distance, and can not be a member of spa lady (male), however I am more than happy to help with support in exchange for the same.

**I am a married with kids male and am not looking for anything more than a fitness pal (in case you care).

     I will check in here again soon. Hope to hear from you.

 

Gary T.

Hi Gary,

 

Thanks so much for the response.

 

I see you have a sense of humour, that is great.  Darn it huh, can't be a Spa Lady member.

 

I am having motivational problems with my workouts, so I need that extra push.  To be quite honest, I have had the membership since last November and used it may a week since then, sad isn't it.  I know I need to get back to my exercise program and hope to do so this week as I have some time off work.  When I start, it will be fine, I love it when I am in the routine of going everyday.  It just would be easier to have someone to go walking with outside, or play raquetball, tennis or swimming, something that is interactive and more fun than just walking on a treadmill.  That's actually the problem, it becomes mundane and I get bored.  Another issue is my internal dialogue, I just can't seem to slow it down enough to catch myself (I am an emotional eater) and I then jeopardize my eating habits.  Any feedback on that one?

 

How about you?  Have you been on this website long?  Have you been successful in losing weight and, if so, want to share how you did it?

 

By the way, I have a dog, no children and not married.  I am single, and one of the reasons why I am is because of my weight.  I am too self conscious of it.

 

Thanks for any input you may have and for responding to my initial message.

 

Jackie from Edmonton

 

 

Hi to those of you who want to lose weight, me too. Unfortunately I have been overweight all of my life & am now at 100 pounds over what I should be. I have a Spa lady membership. I checked in January of this year turns out it is a lifetime one. I bought it years ago in the 80's & am just getting back to going now. I have just recently had surgery so am trying to get that settled before I start a work out. I am now also on strike so am very stressed I have 2 kids 2 dogs & 2 cats. I have lots of love & need to spread it around. Anyway if someone wants to keep in touch with me about losing weight I'd gladly keep this going

Hi Luyten,

 

 

 

Wow, sounds like you have tons on your plate, as in, lots going on.  So, do you work for Telus?  They are picketing all over  Edmonton .  I hope it turns out best for everyone. 

 

 

 

I have been overweight just about my entire life as well, so I am not sure what it will be like to be thin again.  My problem is when I was in my early 20's I was stalked and he just about got me, and I was really pretty, now if I lose the weight, I am about 70 lbs over, my fears may come back full force.  I think that is one reason why I stay heavy, it is "safer", no one bothers me.  But yet, on the flip side, I stay single, I have no emotional connections with anyone except my family and friends, which is definitely not the same, I am in a rut.  I have been on my own, no children, one dog, for 3 years now and I am use to it, but I really don't want to grow old alone.

 

 

 

So, I have to face my fears, so I could have better body image, and of course then it would improve my confidence and self image, and be and feel happier and healthier.  It is just so hard, I am finding it difficult to commit to a health routine of exercise and eating healthy.  My habits are so bad, my internal talk is so negative it is difficult to change that.  Do you have the same problem?  If so, have been able to manage it, can you give me some ideas.

I need support and this seems to be the only place viable for me as my family wouldn't be the kind of support I need, all my friends are thin, married, have children and their lives are full.

Take care, 

Jackie

  

Hello everyone on the Alberta board! I, too, am from Alberta (Calgary) and am on this weightloss journey with a whole lot of weight to lose! Somehow it was much easier to put all these pounds on than it is to take it off.  I keep putting off what I should be doing to help me on this journey but I have recommitted (again!!) today to begin again.  If there is anyone out there that wants to walk in Calgary (preferably the nw but am open to other areas too, if need be) at a slow pace to begin with, email me at krista1234@shaw.ca 

  

Have a great day. 

  

Krista 

Hi.  I'm from Stettler Alberta and new to this board.  I have made a recent commitment to lose weight.  I have lost 7 already and have 53 to go.  I love the healthy eating but I'm not so good about the exercise all the time.  I'd love a buddy, even if it's only on line.  Any extra support helps.  I do find it hard sometimes because of the kids.  I have a 2 year old and an 8 month old.  So I guess I do get some exercise running after them!!!  Anybody want a buddy let me know.

Hello Everyone,   

   

I'm the host of Journey to the Heart - Weight Loss Circle. This is a private message board for Albertan women only who are on a weight loss journey and are wanting support through this journey. Journey to the Heart was open in January 2004. Not only Journey to the Heart is very supportive but is also a wonderful place to make friends for life. If you are interested to know more, please email me at ginettedsilva@shaw.ca  

Hi--I really, really need a workout partner in Edmonton, Alberta.  I cannot keep myself motivated for very long alone.  I have tried all kinds of different workouts-Pilates, personal trainers, Aquafit, Tae Kwondo, etc.  I am quite flexible in what workout routine I do ie walking, etc.  I am opening up a new business so need to work it into my schedule but honestly I am quite flexible there as well.  I hope somebody sees this and takes me up on my offer.

Hi  

  

I am from Edmonton and have taken up walking and different sports for weight loss purposes.  If you are interested email me at jwilli90@hotmail.com and let me know in the subject line that you are responding to me from Dr. Phil's website so I do not delete your email message.  Thanks.   

  

Jackie