life has been very very busy this week...I managed to pull off a 0.4 loss even though I've been slightly neglecting my healthy choices.... I've had very little time to even be on the internet let alone check blogs... I actually came home sick form work today so I could spend the afternoon for myself..
I've managed to get on 4-40 mins walks this week....
Last night re-motivated me as I was getting my training as community helper at the meeting...I weighed people in and provided information for those at the scale...it was AWESOME...
I'm totally not letting myself get discouraged with the small loss this week- only a motivation to do better next week.... hope your all doing well- I intend to catch up with you all today... *hugs*
I apologize for the late check-in on the healthy you challenge...My WI is wednesday and I don't have a scale at home...
wow- just opend my google reader and I have 429 posts to catch up on...its at this point I wonder if I should bow out of the challenge and go this alone..... I'll do my best to check them all and then make a decision to leave or stay....I really truely have enjoyed meeting you all but I need whatever free time i have to exercise and meal plan not sitting for hours on my butt checkin blogs....
now 2 hrs later and 1 load of laundry.. I'm at 338 to read....
now 1 hr later (and another load of laundry) and I'm at 312 to read...but filing through Mr Linky...I"m thinking I'm going to abolish google reader and then just do the Mr Linky checkin for all my fellow challengers....I usually scroll back a couple of messages on there blogs to see what is going on... we'll see
hope your all doing well...
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Thursday, January 24, 2008
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Fat Prison- seen on a couple different websites-
I want to tell you about a very unusual sort of prison. It's called Fat Prison. Why is it so unusual? Because it's completely voluntary.
No one sends us to Fat Prison, we send ourselves!
What's it like to be a fat prisoner? The rules are very strict. To begin with, each prisoner must wear regulation uniform. This consists of a baggy skirt or elasticated pants. Most prisoners pretend they don't mind walking around in this shapeless uniform, but secretly they hate it. They'd much rather walk down the street in a slim pair of jeans.
Exercise is strictly controlled Swimming or playing with children is forbidden. And no prisoner may walk more than a few yards at a time. The penalties for breaking this rule include sweating, shortness of breath, soreness and fatigue. After a few years without any sort of proper exercise, prisoners become so soft that the very idea of movement terrifies them. If you don't believe me, go up to a fat prisoner and suggest a nice long walk in the fresh air!
Everyday life The main feature of everyday life inside Fat Prison is tiredness. Prisoners carry lots of extra weight around on their bodies, so not surprisingly they suffer from chronic fatigue. Result? After doing their daily chores, most of them slump down exhausted in front of the TV.
Even when they allow themselves a night out, many prisoners find it difficult to enjoy themselves. They feel awkward about their shape so instead of mixing with other people they tend to sit in the corner with other fat prisoners.
Prison Mentality After many years of locking themselves away inside their Fat Prison, many prisoners develop a prison mentality. They lose confidence in themselves and their ability to "go straight". They look at slim people and think: "I'm never going to be like them!" They think they are doomed to stay in Fat Prison, forever. Result? They let themselves go completely.
Bad for Health Fat Prison is very bad for prisoners health. Don't forget, the greater our weight, the greater the strain on our joints and spine. And the fatter we grow, the harder our heart has to work to keep us going. No wonder so many fat prisoners get ill!
Depressing Fat Prison is a depressing experience, not only for the prisoners but also for their families. In fact, the children of fat prisoners often grow up to become prisoners themselves. It's a vicious cycle.
Question So why do so many people end up in Fat Prison? And even more important, why don't they leave once they discover how awful it is?
Answer Because they prefer to eat cookies, chocolate, potato chips, popcorn, doughnuts, fatty meat and creamy desserts. They know that this stuff makes them fat but they don't care. They'd rather go to prison than give up their regular mouthful of fat. *Some may have other reasons
Are you a fat prisoner? Have you locked yourself up in your own private Fat Prison? If so, here's some advice. Don't waste another day of your life in jail. Get out now!
All you have to do is stop eating junk and start eating properly and you can walk free tomorrow.
It may take a few months before your weight returns to normal, but your tiredness will lift immediately and within a week you'll feel ten times better. So what are you waiting for?Get out of your Fat Prison today and start really living!
No one sends us to Fat Prison, we send ourselves!
What's it like to be a fat prisoner? The rules are very strict. To begin with, each prisoner must wear regulation uniform. This consists of a baggy skirt or elasticated pants. Most prisoners pretend they don't mind walking around in this shapeless uniform, but secretly they hate it. They'd much rather walk down the street in a slim pair of jeans.
Exercise is strictly controlled Swimming or playing with children is forbidden. And no prisoner may walk more than a few yards at a time. The penalties for breaking this rule include sweating, shortness of breath, soreness and fatigue. After a few years without any sort of proper exercise, prisoners become so soft that the very idea of movement terrifies them. If you don't believe me, go up to a fat prisoner and suggest a nice long walk in the fresh air!
Everyday life The main feature of everyday life inside Fat Prison is tiredness. Prisoners carry lots of extra weight around on their bodies, so not surprisingly they suffer from chronic fatigue. Result? After doing their daily chores, most of them slump down exhausted in front of the TV.
Even when they allow themselves a night out, many prisoners find it difficult to enjoy themselves. They feel awkward about their shape so instead of mixing with other people they tend to sit in the corner with other fat prisoners.
Prison Mentality After many years of locking themselves away inside their Fat Prison, many prisoners develop a prison mentality. They lose confidence in themselves and their ability to "go straight". They look at slim people and think: "I'm never going to be like them!" They think they are doomed to stay in Fat Prison, forever. Result? They let themselves go completely.
Bad for Health Fat Prison is very bad for prisoners health. Don't forget, the greater our weight, the greater the strain on our joints and spine. And the fatter we grow, the harder our heart has to work to keep us going. No wonder so many fat prisoners get ill!
Depressing Fat Prison is a depressing experience, not only for the prisoners but also for their families. In fact, the children of fat prisoners often grow up to become prisoners themselves. It's a vicious cycle.
Question So why do so many people end up in Fat Prison? And even more important, why don't they leave once they discover how awful it is?
Answer Because they prefer to eat cookies, chocolate, potato chips, popcorn, doughnuts, fatty meat and creamy desserts. They know that this stuff makes them fat but they don't care. They'd rather go to prison than give up their regular mouthful of fat. *Some may have other reasons
Are you a fat prisoner? Have you locked yourself up in your own private Fat Prison? If so, here's some advice. Don't waste another day of your life in jail. Get out now!
All you have to do is stop eating junk and start eating properly and you can walk free tomorrow.
It may take a few months before your weight returns to normal, but your tiredness will lift immediately and within a week you'll feel ten times better. So what are you waiting for?Get out of your Fat Prison today and start really living!
20 comments:
i know what you mean about the Google Reader - I am feeling overwhelmed too. Not sure what to do...
I hope you are feeling better. I know it's so hard to keep up with all the blogs..but they can be very helpful and motivating. I try to get stuff done..then read blogs..then work..read..Don't put too much pressure on yourself...no worries.
WTG on the lost. I hope that you are feeling better. That is cool that you have community helpers. I hope one day when I make my goal to work for WW. I want to be able to help motivate others. I hope you have good week!!!
Yay! Down despite stress. I'm proud of you. Keep it up!
I also had a small loss the past week so I understand, but I still think its great! a loss is a loss!
I know how you feel about the challenge..I feel like I have a 2nd job as a blogger! and I dont think people even bother to ever read me so I dont know why I bother trying to go around and note everyone.
Every little bit adds up. Good job! As far as all the post, I only read Mr Linky ones. Otherwise, I would never get to exercising.
Good for you for getting in the walks! And hey, any loss is a success, right!
I mostly catch up with blogs on the weekend... maybe one or two a night during the week. I love the support :) I'm happy for your loss, and great job on the exercise!
yeah, it can be overwhelming. But if it's too overwhelming, you can always just clear them out quickly and start from scratch. We seriously don't mind. or only read every third one or something.
Hi Carleen, well done on the weight loss! I agree with you that exercising and spending time with your hubby are more important than reading blogs. But on the other hand, the support is so valuable. It's a dilemma, and I'm sure you'll find a solution that works for you!
Great to know that you handled the stress!
Thanks carleen for dropping by and the warm words..congrats on the loss...though its been a hectic week...we'll surely know each other better as time rolls on...wishing you all the best :)
Hiya. Every loss counts, so well done you! Blogging does take a lot of time, not just the writing but mainly reading and commenting. But it's worth it I think.
WELL DONE on the loss this week....GO GIRL!!...WooooHooo
Hugs xx
I'm using Mister Linky to check in on everyone too, I'm using google reader for all of my "other blogs" Don't put too much pressure on yourself to read them all, just do what you can, when you can. Its Friday and I'm finally getting around to everyones blogs because I've had a busy week so that should tell you that you aren't alone. The most important part is your commitment to a healthier lifestyle first and foremost.
Good job with the loss! Even a small loss is a loss.
The challenge is a bit overwhelming. There is no way to keep up with everyone's posts since there are so many of us! But I just try to read a few a day. :)
OH I hear you on the google reader... so many blogs, and really not enough time to respond to every single post. But there is so much great encouragment and motivation in there. I hope you don't bow out...
Thank you for stopping by my blog and leaving a message. I really appreciate it!
4 - 40 minute walks! Way to go!
Have a great week! I hope you feel better soon.
A loss is a loss, so well done on continuing to move in the right direction!
I hope you'll stick with the challenge! If any group could understand the need for focusing on yourself, it's this one.
Yay - well done! I know what you mean about the time it takes to check everyones blogs! Just visit the ones you can and don't let it bog you down... I dont think the idea is for us to spend hours everyday on our butts reading blogs, we are supposed to be out and about, living healthy lives and keeping active!!!
You do what you need to do! I think about you often, and appreciate your comments! But I understand how busy you must be. Just relax! I'll thikn about ya, and wish ya the best!!!
Congrats on the loss!! I hear you about catching up on blogs... it's hard sometimes! But I'm thinking people are pretty understanding!
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