WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR JUNE 2015
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I forgot to add, on my way home yesterday, a fender bender happened to the car in front of me. had I been riding a full speed, I would have been involved. whew!0
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@mikesmom1 Hope the couch to 5k class is free. The ipod download is free from the NHS. Anyone can check it out. http://www.nhs.uk/Livewell/c25k/Pages/couch-to-5k.aspx0
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Sylvia – Not quite full legs, but I found a swim suit where the legs go to my knees. I really like it for aqua aerobics because it helps hold the loose skin. I think it was called an aquatard.
Mom216 – I had white hair until I was 4. Then I became blonde. As I hit my 30’s light brown. I too, hit the age when I started finding black hairs in amongst the light brown. I fumed about that and at first would pull the black hairs, but they became too numerous. Sadly, before all of my hair could turn black, the black hairs started turning a hideous winter slush gray. I now dye my hair. Lately I have noticed some really pretty silver white before I am due for a dye job so I hold out hope that I will have an attractive gray one of these days. I may be growing older but some days I am getting there kicking and screaming all the way. Nothing graceful about it.
Oh! And the bifocals…just wait for the day the you need trifocals. I’m really happy to live at a time when they make progressive lightweight lenses.
linda in calif – I’m with your mom. I stopped caring about what other people thought of me when I was in my 30’s. That gave me the freedom to say what I mean. I still have a governor on my tongue which prevents me from being outright rude or offering an opinion when none was asked for, but I rarely tell white lies to spare anyone’s feelings these days. I usually figure if I’m asked a question then the person deserves the truth. The exception is with people such as my MIL who is easily hurt. If it is something she cannot change I see no need to cause her pain and will tell a white lie when I cannot evade or spin the truth. If change is possible I try to be as gentle as possible. I suspect when I hit my 80’s I’ll be a blunt little old lady.
Grits – your nephew Michael is in my thoughts.
JanetMMcC – I must have missed Lisa’s post talking about how gastric bypass surgery temporarily cuts off the hunger urges. Please forgive me if I am repeating what she said, but I find found the reason interesting. The way it was explained to me is that our stomach and intestinal tract produces a hormone called ghrelin. When the stomach is empty more ghrelin is produced. (Not totally as simple as that since other things affect ghrelin production but close enough for this discussion.) One of the things ghrelin does is send a hunger signal to the brain. During gastric bypass surgery the intestinal tract is shortened and a large part of the stomach is cut away. It just so happens that the areas that excrete the majority of the ghrelin are removed from/moved within the digestive system which takes away the hunger for the vast majority of gastric bypass patients. Since they don’t actually remove the part of the stomach and intestine (it stays attached elsewhere in the digestive tract) due to the fact that what is cut away plays other important roles in your body a very small percentage of gastric bypass patients still experience hunger after surgery. Our bodies also have the ability to adapt to this interruption in the process and the parts that remain in the digestive system eventually increase their capacity to produce Ghrelin and patients will eventually regain their hunger signals. Since the stomach/pouch is smaller they will register fullness earlier than pre-surgery.
For those who wonder about a non-surgical alternative… you can control ghrelin somewhat by 1) getting enough sleep; 2) reduce stress; and 3) cut out sugary foods and foods with simple carbs. I know, easier said than done. Therein lies the problem.
If anyone wants a chocolate bar don’t come to me. Yesterday’s temptations have left the building and not via my stomach. Whew!
Mia in MI
June goal - log food every day
Word of the month – persevere
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I forgot to add, on my way home yesterday, a fender bender happened to the car in front of me. had I been riding a full speed, I would have been involved. whew!
Good, wrecks aren't fun. I know, I have had my share of them ... the last 2, unfortunately, were my fault. Still surprised that our insurance did not go up or get cancelled; but, we've been with them for 40 years, more or less.0 -
@miakoda40 - Thank you so much. He had surgery at Cedars Sinai in LA; don't know what all they had to do to put 'humpty dumpty' back together again; but, he will have to have some 'major' PT so he'll be able to walk in 3 to 6 months. His Mother (my sister) is planning on bringing him home as soon as he can travel.0
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mikesmom1983 wrote: »I was signing up for my next Yogailates session and while skimming the brochure I saw an offering for a couch to 5K class. I have NEVER been a runner, but, I now own a new awesome sports bra and I did jog for a portion of the track last week so I SIGNED UP!! The class is at 5:30 am on Fridays which will give me time to shower and get to work. I had to do it quick before I changed my mind.
I just had to share.
Chris in MA
YOU GO GURL!!! YOU GOT THIS!!!0 -
Met w/ my Health Coach (HC). Tanita scale showed same results, except I gained 0.5 lb. water. No doubt from the salty Asian chicken take out dinner last night. She said we're not even going to look at yesterday, just forget about it. What a Relief! Overall, I'm doing very well. Really nailed it on the exercise and calories.
She recommended that I not pay so much attention to calories since I'm not eating very many daily. Instead, she asked me to focus on meeting my macronutrient percentages (which is based on calories anyway). Am doing 40% Carbs, 35% Protein and 25% Fat right now. I have trouble eating enough carbs and protein plus holding down the fat grams. For 1000 calories, this means Carbs 100 gm, Protein 88 gm and Fat only 28 gm. Many days I have only eaten 800 calories and have not been hungry now that I'm on the correct macronutrient %s based on my DNA test results. Almost every day I have double digit carbs and protein grams left. It has been a challenge to hold down the fat grams. I have gone over in Fat grams a few days. Will try sticking to my %s going forward and am excited to see what happens.
Lisa - Great hearing about all your success! Stopped at Quik Trip for a large ice tea after my HC appt. during lunch. OMG, the chewy pralines were staring me in the face and calling my name--and I was hungry because I hadn't eaten lunch yet. Because I read your recent posts, I was able to Just say NO! Thank you TX Sister.
Welcome Newbies. We're glad you're here. - Nancy in Wet TX0 -
The "spam key" reference almost made me spew coffee on the screen! My friend Mary calls those National Geographic boobs, and I have them too so I've never really been... shall we say... perky. The girls are harder to deal with at this weight though - my last bra was a 38GGG - and that's been a motivator for losing weight. I remember one time when I was younger I was trying to turn over in bed and the boobage was getting in the way, and I just got aggravated and started an exercise program that week.
I really sympathize with the sister who said she hates exercise. I do, too... I've tried all kinds of stuff but it still seems like a boring waste of time to me. When we moved to New Mexico years ago I finally discovered my sport, and spent many happy hours crosscountry skiing. But we're back home now (I'm a native Texan) and opportunities to ski are non-existent. I have yet to find anything that I enjoy like I did skiing. Swimming comes close but there's no lap pool anywhere near our new town. The best solution so far is to do stuff that lets me read or watch TV while doing it (e.g., exercise bike, Nordic Track). That gives my brain something to do besides come up with reasons to quit.
Lost a pound this week. Wish it were more, but I haven't found the magic wand that takes of 20 pounds at a time. One pound a week is my goal so I have to be content with slow, steady, and realistic.
Happy hump day!
-Yvonne
Don't worry about those who have 'perky' ones . . . gravity will still get to them as they age. My middle granddaughter is very self-conscious of hers and won't stand up. We keep telling her to watch her other Nana and see how she'll look at that age (not really old); and her Mother has big boobs, too . . . and complains all the time about neck and shoulder pain, backaches, and headaches. I told her that 'when' they get some health insurance, she ought to consider breast reduction . . . I might as well have flown into a brick wall. She says her hubby (my son) likes them. I really can't believe that; but, when they married she was much, much thinner and they did not look so large. Having babies, I guess and weight gain has made them huge. One thing I am beginning to notice is that I don't have that lump that sometimes is considered part of the breast where my bra has 'love handles' . . . if that is what you call them. I will be glad on the day that I change sizes in my bra. I'd like to shop at Victoria Station and finally they have cups that are larger than a "C". ... in the store(s). Since I stay home most of the day; I usually just go braless because my bras are still a little tight on me.
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GRITSandSLUTS wrote: »I forgot to add, on my way home yesterday, a fender bender happened to the car in front of me. had I been riding a full speed, I would have been involved. whew!
Good, wrecks aren't fun. I know, I have had my share of them ... the last 2, unfortunately, were my fault. Still surprised that our insurance did not go up or get cancelled; but, we've been with them for 40 years, more or less.
they are a little more scary when you're on a bicycle though...lolol. I was riding my bike and the car in front of me got hit and I was right behind it.0 -
Genie bras are very comfortable.0
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margaretturk wrote: »Lenora prayers for Micheal.
Good to see you back Sassy.
Janetr Thanks for the chuckle. My mom would like that one, too.
Taking somethings to Goodwill today and then will shop for clothes for my mom.
MNMargaret
Thank you Margaret; that is his Mother's name. Thanks to all that have been praying for my nephew, even if you did not post that. I know this 'family' of many are sending up prayers for him. He had surgery yesterday at Cedars Sinai. I guess some of his friends are looking out for him, until my sister can get out there. I don't know if she plans to go now, in the very near future, or when he is able to return with her to Miami. He's got a long, hard road ahead of him. Lots of PT. They've already told him that it will be 3 - 6 months before he is able to walk.0 -
DamitJanit wrote: »[Grits, sending prayers for your nephew and hope for fast healing. I didn’t think MFP would set a daily calorie intake under 1200? You may have to contact tech help. Was this after adding exercise? That will up your calories for the day. That is why I wait and put in my exercise after I have completed my food for the day. Hummmm???
Janet
Myrtle Beach, SC
Yes, it let me change it below 1200 calories; and today it went back to normal. Go figure. No, my calories intake is low (960) this is not taking into mind of exercise; I report that differently so that it does not 'eat back off my calories'. I'll just have to take it as a day that I fell down. I wait until after I have added my food, too. Still could kick myself for doing it. And know exactly what I did, and could not help it. LOL!0 -
I can't thank all of you who are praying for Michael; but, know that they are appreciated. :happy:0
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It will take much patience on his and his family part. Not an easy task for a young man. Prayers for your whole family.
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JulesAtkinson1 wrote: »Gonna go out on a limb here....I've looked, and I've missed it obviously, but I'm curious as to what the "DD" "DH", "DS", etc. is about? I know it's probably shorthand, but specifically, what is it? I'm sure there is a post on it, but I can't find it and although I think I know what most of them stand for by the inference contained in the post, some of them I'm not quite getting.
Went home yesterday quite proud of myself for refusing a donut not once, not twice, but THREE separate times. There was a rep here from a local credit union trying to drum up business. My office mates were steadily coming in and out, saying, "don't you want a donut?" The last time, I confess I got a little short. But only with my eyes. However, my eyes said enough, I'm afraid.
I have to learn to be more patient with those who don't understand what a sugar addict I am.
Hubs got his father's day gift early.....he wanted a combination gas and charcoal grill with a place to add a smoker later. We tried the gas side out last night with some steak/veggie skewers. I'm impressed. I now have my summer menu. Got to invest in some new citronella candles for the pterodactyl sized mosquitoes.
Speaking of summer, our heat index today will reach 106. And it's not officially summer yet! No rain in sight either for the next few days. I'm definitely an indoor girl from July to September. Thank goodness I invested in a great elliptical trainer. I'm sure that's going to come in verrrrrry handy.
I love to go geocaching, and my family knows it's too hot when I don't go.
Little Mrs. Crunch & Munch is back. She was on LOA for a couple of weeks but the munching continues. I foresee a throat punch or Xanax. Either will work.
Busy, busy day. To all: DRINK YOUR WATER!!!
Where do all y'all that have moving emoticons get them? I know the ones that I find if I send a private message and they work on this too. I had to have someone explain how it works. The one on the treadmill is cute! One of the first times I got on mine; I decided to up it by one number; it upped it by 5 ... I did one of those fly off the back of it moves ... my wrist got hung up with the chair I knocked over and had major treadmill burns. People would look at me (and my bandage) and I would say, 'no, it isn't what you think ... I got attacked by a treadmill'. I scraped my left wrist - had carpet burns on both knees and elbows and even on my chin. My computer apparently does not 'like' the app of 'emoticons'. I was wondering if there is a 'safe' and 'free' place to get them that won't be blocked by my Avast security.
Our new D-i-L gave us a tennis racket zapper . . . makes for a lot of fun to watch them 'fry' and no longer able to 'fly' into my face. It even gets gnats, too. Usually misquotes don't bother me because of all the medication I take. If my blood tastes as bad as some of them do, I don't doubt they leave me along. But, gnats ... a different matter altogether; even a Southerner can't blow hard enough to get them 'out of the way' on really hot and humid days. Difference in Southerner (south of the 'fall line' or 'gnat line') is we have learned how to blow them away without moving our mouths much; Northerners always try to swat the away.0 -
Happy hump day!
Welcome new ladies.
HUGS jane0 -
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Just a quick post to let y'all know that I will be having surgery on June 26 to repair a tear in my rotator cuff and, more than likely, to repair my bicep which has been affected by the torn rotator cuff. In some ways, I feel so defeated to have yet another surgery and, in other ways, I am relieved that it's finally going to get fixed. This is one of those times when I question whether or not the struggle to lose weight and keep it off is worth it when my body is just going to fall apart anyway--and potentially is falling apart because I've done something in the effort to make my body stronger. I'll get over my pity party at some point, I'm sure.
Hope everyone is having a good day!
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Chris – Hooray for C25K. I am behind you 110%. Let us know how it is going. Proud of you for not changing your mind ! ! !
Poop (or did you convert back to pip?) – Glad you were spared. It is scary the way some people drive around here. I’m so sorry you have to be exposed to the idiocy.
Carol - Hugs for your surgery. When you are finished with your pity party, I hope you are able to understand that your post-surgical recovery will be smoother because of the better condition of your body. The best thing I offered my Mom when she had her right wrist surgery was a battery powered tooth brush, so she could continue to brush her own teeth. I wish you the most luck, and quick recovery. May your surgeon have steady hands (or robot).
I don’t know about all of this gnat and mosquito talk. Have you ever seen Minnesota mosquitoes? There is a reason why they are the State Bird ! Almost as large and unruly here in the Milwaukee area, but now we have to worry about West Nile again. I hope my “guard bat” keeps them away from my work.
Successful catered Rep lunch. He brought Chili’s, so I stayed away from the chips and tortillas, made myself a fajita salad, and measured the guacamole and sour cream. Feeling proud. I was tempted to take 1 chip, and it has been bugging for quite awhile now, but when I returned to the lunch room I noticed it was ALL gone (supervisor was only one in that room, who does that?). I guess I should thank her for saving me the tempation and fat that I don't want. Too bad we can’t have seconds on the salad or meat tomorrow.
Hope everyone is having a great day and making wise choices. Hugs ! ! !
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Today is so perfect in VT - 78 and sunny. Ate lunch out on our new "office" picnic table and went for a walk.
-Sassy - love the pic of your town. I agree, like a postcard.
-Lenora - wishing your nephew a speedy recovery and sending prayers to the family
I think it is so great to have such a variety of people and places from this group.
Off to the gym for yoga this afternoon. Doesnt burn many calories but such a great way to end the day.
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terrimom - pip/poop, either will do.
nccarolb - hope the surgery goes well, you'll get thru it!
got a call from eye doc and my lens is ready! unfortunately I am going to have to ride over there, was going to take the train after work to save my legs some (rode to work) so I don't wear them out b4 the run this Saturday. since I will have to get off soon enough to give me time to ride there, i'll have to leave when there are no trains running so I am forced to ride. oh well, it will definitely be an over 1k burn day and I am getting off in 25 minutes so I can make it an easier ride and won't have to rush.0 -
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Kari: I think I stole the goal of having fun from Katla (have fun every day). Someone else thought it might be do-able for them weekly (sorry I can't remember who). You're right it is so important to take care of ourselves, why did it take me 50 years to figure that out!
Yvonne: I'll take that pound! Congrats...
Mia:
Chocolate bar has left the building.... Thank you... thank you very much! The info on ghrelin was really interesting... I always wondered why sleep was so important to losing weight.
Carol NC I'd be whining too... that what the pity pile is for. You have a right dag-nabit! Can you imagine how much more fun that pool will be when your shoulder doesn't hurt?
June Goals:
1. Do menu planning for June (complete)
2. Eat 3 meals a day
3. Log all meals
4. Plan and Do one fun thing each week
(W1: Hot stone massage and weekend of Tai Chi with friend...Oops that's 2 things...oh darn
W2: Lunch with a friend, going away party for co-worker... 2 more...yay!
W3: Pedicure and manicure, Tai Chi in the park. (I'm on a roll)
5. Ride stationary bike 3 times a week for 30 minutes.
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Sorry for the double post...got an error that said try again..so I did :laugh:0
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Carol: sorry that you have to have surgery. If it helps any, I feel like my body's falling apart, too. It's frustrating to try to be healthier and then get into something like this. Do you have some help lined up for the first week or two?
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Just a quick post to let y'all know that I will be having surgery on June 26 to repair a tear in my rotator cuff and, more than likely, to repair my bicep which has been affected by the torn rotator cuff. In some ways, I feel so defeated to have yet another surgery and, in other ways, I am relieved that it's finally going to get fixed. This is one of those times when I question whether or not the struggle to lose weight and keep it off is worth it when my body is just going to fall apart anyway--and potentially is falling apart because I've done something in the effort to make my body stronger. I'll get over my pity party at some point, I'm sure.
Hope everyone is having a good day!
Carol in NC Carol, do not be discouraged....just take this stuff one minute at a time....keep coming back and talking to us.
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Hi Carol, glad you'll be getting your shoulder fixed. 0
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Just a quick post to let y'all know that I will be having surgery on June 26 to repair a tear in my rotator cuff and, more than likely, to repair my bicep which has been affected by the torn rotator cuff. In some ways, I feel so defeated to have yet another surgery and, in other ways, I am relieved that it's finally going to get fixed. This is one of those times when I question whether or not the struggle to lose weight and keep it off is worth it when my body is just going to fall apart anyway--and potentially is falling apart because I've done something in the effort to make my body stronger. I'll get over my pity party at some point, I'm sure.
Hope everyone is having a good day!
Carol in NC
I think you can take a moment in the party, just don't sit down and stay I completely understand what you mean tho. When I was going to have the bariatric surgery I kept asking the surgeon and the psychiatrist and the nutritionist am I too old? Of course they all said no, but I went thru some days post-op wondering. Will send up a prayer that all goes well and that you get rid of the pain and can be glad its better. Hang in there.
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