Motivation, Success and Frustration Sharing!
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Hello I'm so glad to be a part of something it's going to help me in the long run0
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bluepoppies777 wrote: »
That is totally me. One sugary carb. And that is all she wrote. I moved up to the front office yesterday from my little dungeon. Don't they know they r screwing up my checking in with all of you guys. Some days you r what gets me past the vending machines. WTH. Like I'm there to work or something. On the plus side my steps have increased going from the front on the building to my dungeon and back a million times.
Glad everyone is having a good hump day and I hope u r like me and tomorrow is your last day of the week. Then I am off for 6 days. Yeah0 -
Nichole - That whole post just had me in stitches, you're a funny lady. I'm in tomorrow and then off for 4 days, can't flippin wait!
Jen & Rachel - If you guys like your beers then Belgium is the place (although somewhat sensitive right now, bless them all), as they brew more different kinds of beer than any other country in the world. I hate beer, but I always indulge when visiting Belgium, my favourite is Cherry Beer, Yumo.
Ok so I went for my run and managed 3.34 miles today. I'm getting more confident with the 5k distance now, although I really need to work on my pace which is only an average 13 min mile - super continental drift slow. But i'm just so proud I can actually run 5k. I don't think i'll ever get bored of saying "hey, I just knocked out another 5k" hahaha. Well until I can run 10k anyway...
Oh, and this was my prize for running - Cadbury Easter Cake!
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well i just typed out a full paragraph of well done's etc for it to disappear grrrr
My week is going good again so my calorie change seems to be working out well.
looking forward to the 4 day weekend
everyone seems to be doing great so keep up the good work
welcome to the newbies
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Hi everyone ! am zezo and am new here
I like this group , it's so nice to share what we are going through while struggling to lose weight
I mean, never used to drink this much of water and counting calories all the day ! before I would drink water when I feel thirsty only and ,in fact, I used to make fun of people standing in the grocery shop reading the labels on the back .. I was thinking like (seriously ! are you reeeeally going to read every.single.item you buy? that's insane)
Now am the one standing there LOL this is obsession 
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ngolden3320 wrote: »NSV. I was really wanting orange chicken for lunch. Put it in and saw that it was to many calories and sodium. So I am having tuna. At least it is chicken of the sea. Lol. Going to measure for first time this weekend. Question. I didn't add my thighs or arms initially. So I will start w a number this weekend. Should I measure both arms and legs or just one.
Way to give up the orange chicken! I usually only measure my right side since I am right handed... I thought usually your dominant side was larger? I could be wrong. LOL!0 -
Way to go on the cookie and the beer... sounds like my kind of treats! LOL!ChangeIsADecision wrote: »#daillycheckin - NSV - I had a meeting with sales rep ystrdy and she brought me a BIG Tulip cookie from Panera.... I have only half of it. Once I checked the calories...
440 calories PER cookie, I have held off on devouring the whole thing so far.
Had a meeting with a local guy that does a neighboring town's Homebrew competition last night. I only had 2 Mic ULTRAS and I was only 8 calories over my limit!!! That's huge for me! (The Mic Ultra part... not the 2 beers part) So that was a #winning point for Jen. (craft beer - 0 / Jen - 1)
Our meeting went well though... we've got some planning to do but I don't think it's going to be too overwhelming. Should be a good time on Sept 17th!! 
Walked twice today already! Feeling pretty good this week so far. I have a goal this week to get my exercise in and eat within my calories-ish (less than 100 over) - if I stick to that I'm going shopping with a friend of mine on Friday AND we're getting pedicures!!
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Nichole - That whole post just had me in stitches, you're a funny lady. I'm in tomorrow and then off for 4 days, can't flippin wait!
Jen & Rachel - If you guys like your beers then Belgium is the place (although somewhat sensitive right now, bless them all), as they brew more different kinds of beer than any other country in the world. I hate beer, but I always indulge when visiting Belgium, my favourite is Cherry Beer, Yumo.
Ok so I went for my run and managed 3.34 miles today. I'm getting more confident with the 5k distance now, although I really need to work on my pace which is only an average 13 min mile - super continental drift slow. But i'm just so proud I can actually run 5k. I don't think i'll ever get bored of saying "hey, I just knocked out another 5k" hahaha. Well until I can run 10k anyway...
Oh, and this was my prize for running - Cadbury Easter Cake!
Way to go on the run!! No worries on slowness you are doing amazing!!
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I find that if I start it.. I have a very hard time quitting!! Right there with you girl!! I still swear we are twins! I need to really focus for this weekend as it is Easter and lots of yummy treats!bluepoppies777 wrote: »On another note, sugary carbs are from the devil!! Yesterday, lost my will power at a work meeting with raisin scones... And then continued to eat all kinds of other sugary carbs, plus wine and ciders into the evening! It's like I think I can have just one, but it opens the dang floodgates and things start spontaneously jumping into my mouth, and I can't stop them!! Yikes!!! So today, zero flour for me so I don't lose my footing and fall down that slippery slope and keep eating the entire world!!! Gah!!!
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How can i join this group0
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nadimich93 wrote: »How can i join this group
You say hi my name is? And your in. I'm Nichole welcome. These friends are awesome. You are in good hands0 -
All newbies feel free to add me as a friend
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Wow ladies, you have been super chatty!!!! I haven't been on in a week so lots of catching up to do!!!
I had a crappy week...my mother in law passed away last Wednesday so it's been a week of crying, eating, drinking, visiting, eating, drinking and then some more eating and drinking!!! And the eating has all been crappy takeaways and convenient foods as no one could be bothered with shopping or cooking. Oh well! I guess that's normal for a time like this but need to get back on track now.
On a funny note, my father in law was collecting his wife's ashes today and my niece who's 5 said "I can't wait to see granny's lashes"!!! I've an image of a box with big eye lashes in it! Gave us a giggle!
I'll catch up with all your posts soon, I'm sure you're all being as awesome as ever!!!0 -
Sorry to hear about your mother-in-law. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.0
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So sorry to hear that Sinead, at least you found a glimmer of humour in the situation. Chin up.
Welcome @nadimich93, you 'join' by jumping right in and getting amongst it.
Well it's my Friday today, and it's pay day - what a double whammy of delightfulness! 4 days off work to look forward to. So I make this 'early meme day'! Yay!
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So sorry to hear about your mother in law Sinead. Grief, food, and alcohol go hand in hand sometimes, and that's absolutely okay.
Cari- You crack me up! Are the Cadbury eggs as good as they look?
Gill- I hope you have a great 4 day weekend! (and stupid computers!)
Nichole- I feel ya. Why doesn't work know MFP is more important?
Jen- I'm jealous you have the dreadmill as an option. The dog and I went out on the icy roads this morning...made it one block before turning around. It's an indoor workout kind of day!
Welcome Zezo! Glad to have you in our box reading, water drinking group!0 -
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I'm very sorry to hear about your mother in law, Sinead.
Cari - great job on the run! The speed will come with time! It's impressive that you are out there running! And I am not a big fan of the Cadbury eggs, but can't wait to break into the Reese's eggs. Those are my favorite! Your memes made me lol this morning! Love it!
Gill - glad to hear your calorie changes are working out for you! And enjoy that 4 day weekend!
Welcome Zezo and @CCHaire and @nadimich93!
Well, I felt like I had a terrible day food wise yesterday. We are incredibly slow at work lately and I was so bored out of my mind that I just kept snacking all day. And then when I dropped my son off for his driving lesson I didn't want to go all the way home just to turn around and come back to get him. So my husband and I went out to eat and have a few drinks. But-the scale was down a bit this morning which shocked me! I thought for sure it would be up after yesterday. So, maybe that will help motivate me to do better today. Still nothing to do at work, but I will try to keep myself busy in other ways. I am so looking forward to the 3 day weekend I will have. And we are staying home this weekend! It has been a while and I can't wait! Hope everyone has a great day! Keep up the awesome work!
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Good afternoon everyone! Thanks for such a lovely welcome, my name’s Charlie sorry forgot to mention that
seriously loving all the memes.
@CariTJR I’ve just got a fitbit and it takes about 10mins to kick in with any exercise unless I specify that I’m working out, maybe that's why it's a bit off? Awesome doing the 5k run though, always in awe of runners whatever the pace, I just struggle to get my legs to do that fast moving forward thing
And Mini eggs, just yes!
@Rachel0778 Congrats on your OH getting the job, now I’m in the mood for steak.
@indygirl217 I think that's lovely that you go out for walks together, I know I enjoy it when I go out for a wander with my mum.
@ShyCush6 Really well done on the 1lb down and keeping up with your steps!
@CCHaire Hey there!
@sweetzezo92 Hey! I know exactly what you mean by being one of the packet readers, can’t help it now!
@tazzy2911 Sinead I’m so sorry to hear that, my deepest condolences.
@danan01 Seems like you got the right mindset today to keep pushing forward, that's brilliant. Boredom (and a desk job) was my killer too.
Today was my weigh in day. Fiiinnnaaally the weight has dropped off, 1.2kg down from last week so I treated myself to a Fitbit Surge, I love new gadgets to play with! I’m hoping it will be more reliable than the app on my phone as it’s now attached to my wrist. Does anyone aim for more than 10k steps a day? Have circuit tomorrow, the pound class thing sounds amazing, so wish there was one around here. Bit worried about the easter break coming up, OH is what I would call as a feeder and a pastry chef, need to make sure we’re too busy to cook anything overly indulgent. DIY here we come haha!
You’re all doing so awesome keep up the amazing work! It really is an inspiring thread.
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uoflgirl89 wrote: »@FitEqualsSmile in my bracket I have Oregon going all the way, though there are a few surprises in there. My team isn't in it this year due to self imposed banned. So gotta say Oregon is gonna take it.
My bracket is so broken! But then again I had Xavier beating Wisconsin and they didn't! I will not complain!! So excited to watch WI vs. ND! I still have 3 of the final 4, so we'll see!0 -
Wow ladies, you have been super chatty!!!! I haven't been on in a week so lots of catching up to do!!!
I had a crappy week...my mother in law passed away last Wednesday so it's been a week of crying, eating, drinking, visiting, eating, drinking and then some more eating and drinking!!! And the eating has all been crappy takeaways and convenient foods as no one could be bothered with shopping or cooking. Oh well! I guess that's normal for a time like this but need to get back on track now.
On a funny note, my father in law was collecting his wife's ashes today and my niece who's 5 said "I can't wait to see granny's lashes"!!! I've an image of a box with big eye lashes in it! Gave us a giggle!
I'll catch up with all your posts soon, I'm sure you're all being as awesome as ever!!!
So sorry for your loss Sinead! Kids can always brighten a moment! *hugs*0 -
gethntysear wrote: »Today was my weigh in day. Fiiinnnaaally the weight has dropped off, 1.2kg down from last week so I treated myself to a Fitbit Surge, I love new gadgets to play with! I’m hoping it will be more reliable than the app on my phone as it’s now attached to my wrist. Does anyone aim for more than 10k steps a day?
I want the Surge! I've just been reading up on the differences between the Surge and the new Blaze, i'm a bit undecided. How are you finding it? Could do with some honest input to help with my decision. Do you find it too bulky?
I have mine set to 10k steps a day, but I usually do around 12-13k, but I keep it at 10k for lazy days and then i've not got so many steps to do to hit target lol
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The memes are awesome! I love the sense of humor this group has!! Way to go on losing!! Woot! Woot!! I usually try to aim for 12K, but 15K is my favorite days!gethntysear wrote: »Good afternoon everyone! Thanks for such a lovely welcome, my name’s Charlie sorry forgot to mention that seriously loving all the memes.
Today was my weigh in day. Fiiinnnaaally the weight has dropped off, 1.2kg down from last week so I treated myself to a Fitbit Surge, I love new gadgets to play with! I’m hoping it will be more reliable than the app on my phone as it’s now attached to my wrist. Does anyone aim for more than 10k steps a day? Have circuit tomorrow, the pound class thing sounds amazing, so wish there was one around here. Bit worried about the easter break coming up, OH is what I would call as a feeder and a pastry chef, need to make sure we’re too busy to cook anything overly indulgent. DIY here we come haha!
You’re all doing so awesome keep up the amazing work! It really is an inspiring thread. Gill kicks butt, she's a rockstar!!
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Today is my Friday as well... so here goes!
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I just love pizza... it is my downfall! Pizza & beer!
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Rachel0778 wrote: »Cari-Are the Cadbury eggs as good as they look?
Unfortunately yes. They are delightful, and very difficult to resist! Those little cake bars are the worst, they come in a 6 pack, and quite frankly if I had no will power at all i'd eat the whole damn box. Luckily for me, my OH also finds them hard to resist, so he usually manages to eat most of them before I even get a look in lol.
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Have you ever had the Cadbury Caramel eggs... I refuse to buy them! They are so yummy! My daughter doesn't like Cadbury eggs so I need to remember never to buy them or I know who will eat them! YUM! Chocolate covered marshmallow eggs are my absolute easter downfall... maybe the Easter bunny will not buy those anymore either!Unfortunately yes. They are delightful, and very difficult to resist! Those little cake bars are the worst, they come in a 6 pack, and quite frankly if I had no will power at all i'd eat the whole damn box. Luckily for me, my OH also finds them hard to resist, so he usually manages to eat most of them before I even get a look in lol. 0 -
1 hour 6 minutes and counting and then I am ft work for 6 days. I can't wait. My girls leave tomorrow for myrtle beach for high school softball. So bummed I can't go. But I will get some cleaning done around the house. How many calories does that burn. 1000 a day. I can dream can't I. Happy almost Friday.0
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