Whether you're pushing to lose those last few pounds or you're just getting started, good for you! We're here to help. Diet Buddies is the place for you to get the support you need to accomplish your goals. It is based on the principal that working with others with the same goals gives you a higher probability of achieving them. You set your weight-loss goal and then Diet Buddies will match you with a group of women who want to lose the same amount of weight.
You will get reminders of check-in times to track your progress, and expert diet coach Suzie D will drop in to help you with questions, advice and motiviation. Good luck and have fun!
Get Started with Diet Buddies
To get started with Diet Buddies, just tell us your current weight and goal
weight (your actual weight will never be displayed to other people in the group,
only your progress, like that you lost 5 lbs).
Suzie D has worked in the fitness industry since 1980. As teacher, coach, trainer, choreographer and writer, Suzie knows her stuff. She will check in with all of you every Monday and from time to time throughout the week. You will find her encouragement and advice sprinkled throughout the discussion area.
Suzie currently teaches at Pepperdine University, coaches high school volleyball, teaches at a local health club and is a private personal trainer. As a writer and choreographer, Suzie has worked on a number of fitness books and videos. She received her BS in Kinesiology and Physical Education at Pepperdine University and her MS at Emporia University. She has three wonderful sons.
Discussions
dee responded on August 14, 2008
In reviewing materials on your site, I have a question. I drink several caffeinated products daily (tea in the am, iced tea in the afternoon and a hot or cold coffee around dinner. Could the caffeine be slowing down my potential to lose weight?
Suzie D responded on August 20, 2008
I got a GREAT response from Derek Johnson for you. I would rather not post his comments, but have you receive them from him directly. Mention that you are the one with the question about the caffeine. Here are his contacts: Derek Johnson | Personal Dietitian
Certified Nutritionist, Holistic Nutritionist
New Metabolism(r)
p. 310.828.2251|c. 310.974.2373
f. 310.388.5702
www.newmetabolism.com and I believe that his e-mail for smartnow is DerekJohnson@smartnow.com If I am remembering incorrectly, I will write you back and fix it. I will go look right now. Suzie (:
Suzie D responded on September 15, 2008
Hi Dee! Did you ever contact Derek? Thinking about you! Suzie (:
Suzie D responded on August 18, 2008
Hi Dee! I might check in with Derek Johnson on this. A recent study confirmed once again that lack of sleep--or too much sleep--can affect having a normal body weight. Those who slept less than 7 hours or more than 9 hours had a higher body weight than those who slept about 8 hours (between a little more than 7 and up to 9). For years the correlation between lack of sleep and overweight has been confirmed. If the caffeine keeps you up or affects your sleep, it certainly could be sabotaging your ability to lose weight. I will check with Derek too, and see what he says! Suzie (:
Suzie D responded on August 20, 2008
Hi Dee! I did remember Derek's Smartnow e-mail incorrectly! Here are his contacts: visit www.newmetabolism.com . Send your questions to derek@smartnow.com. He is brilliant...you will be surprised by his answer too! xo Suzie (:
grandma responded on August 14, 2008
let me know if you find the answer to this question. maybe this is the reason my weight reduction program is not working
grandma responded on August 14, 2008
how would find the right medicine?
Suzie D responded on August 18, 2008
Hi Grandma! I am not quite sure what you mean...do you mean medicine for weight reduction? Suzie
Suzie D responded on August 24, 2008
Hi Everyone! Here are some strategies that have been compiled from "successful dieters," those who lost weight and were able to keep it off for 5.5 years, accordng to the National Weight Control Registry. Here are the TOP FIVE HABITS of people who have maintained their weight loss for years. HABIT ONE: Eat a low-fat, high-carb diet. Less than 1% of the NWCR losers ate low-carb diets. They load up on high-fiber carbs such as whole grains, beans, fruits, and veggies. HABIT TWO: Eat breakfast every day. HABIT THREE: Eat five small meals throughout the day. HABIT FOUR: Weigh yourself at least once a week. HABIT FIVE: EXERCISE!!! The successful losers exercise for about an hour a day burning about 2,700 calories per week. Many of them break the hour into segments--20 minutes here, 10 minutes there. Walking is their primary activity. According to a Consumer Reports survey of 32,000 dieters, 80% of successful dieters who tried to exercise at least three times per week, ranked it as their NUMBER ONE dieting strategy. 30% of these respondents lifted weights, which further aids in weight loss. We can talk more about these this week, and next week I will focus on seven other habits that successful dieters also have in common. Suzie (:
Suzie D responded on August 31, 2008
Hi Everyone! Here are the other 7 habits that successful dieters have in common. SIX: Do not restrict foods. Generally, those who completely give up certain foods end up bingeing which will then lead to guilt and even disordered eating habits. SEVEN: Eat lots of fiber, minimizing the amount of sugar and "white" foods (those made with white flour, or things like white rice that have the fiber taken out of). Fiber-filled fruits, vegetables and grains will also make you feel fuller, as well as the vitamin/mineral health benefits. EIGHT: Stay away from gimmicks. Fad diets and supplements did not help successful dieters. They just ate a better diet, and were consistent about their exercise. NINE: Change your lifestyle to have more activity. Successful dieters did not just exercise to lose weight, they continued the good habits of a low fat diet, exercise, and the other habits mentioned above for a lifetime. TEN: Take advantage of the internet. Those who used weight loss internet tools such as food journals AND MESSAGE BOARDS (HERE WE ARE!!), lost THREE TIMES as much weight as those who did not, according to a Brown University study. ELEVEN: Recover from Relapses quickly. Those who had a relapse did not dwell on it, but got right back on track eating sensibly and exercising as soon as possible. TWELVE: KEEP A FOOD JOURNAL. This will help you learn about your eating habits, take responsibility, and help you identify bad habits, and triggers that cause you to want to eat what you know you shouldn't eat, and eat when you are emotionally hungry, not physically hungry. Losing weight is not easy, but it is possible, and the longer you maintain your weight loss the easier maintenance becomes. WE CAN DO THIS!!! And that is why we are here! You do not struggle alone. What you write and feel will not only help you to write it down and receive support and hopefully wisdom, but it will also help someone else who is going through the same thing. Welcome everyone! xo Suzie (:
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