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theslightedgeforever

@Tamevv Very good words of advice to @trooworld We all help each other by sharing our experiences both good and bad.

@trooworld How about choosing some chili or a salad from Wendy's when hubby suggests Wendy's. Our habit is to just order the burger combo because that's what we have always done. Now we are trying to make new habits. I listened to a Pahla B podcast while I was at the gym. How can you change your thoughts on the water from Drinking this much water is hard to ??????? Remember that is your ideal goal. You will get there one day. How many ounces can you get in today. Start there and work towards the ideal goal. I'm also doing "thought" work in my journal. Yes I did get to see the seals. If you zoom in to pic #8, I think you can see some. We saw them a couple of different places. I took a pic of a lone dead one but he was just being anti-social while he slept. LOL The snow was only the one day. It's getting down to the 20s this week.



I've been over my calorie goal almost every day this week so I'll be focusing on that this next week. I put a MFP widget on my phone home screen so I can keep track at a glance where I am on calories for the day.

theslightedgeforever

@trooworld Listen to what your thoughts are and you are telling yourself. "I don't do well when I actually am at the restaurant ordering" You could change that to "I used to not do well when I was at the restaurant ordering but now I don't even look at the menu. I just automatically order the healthy item." It really just takes practice doing it over and over again. You showed great control at Burger King. I downloaded the 5-0 method ebook. My thoughts: I think the calorie goal is too high but I'll give consistency a chance for 2-3 weeks. I don't think I'll ever reach that water goal. If I did, I would not be hungry and then wouldn't hit the calorie goal. LOL Plus I worry about getting hypernatremia. My friend got that from drinking too much water. Unhelpful thoughts I know. I'm good with my exercise program so no worries there.

cbabie

Morning all, well I have not won the battle but I am still in the war. I have not and will not given up on myself...I just have to take baby steps and remember this is a life time goal, not a moment thing. I didn't exercise Sun or Mon, family here on Sunday and yesterday taking care of baby boy who had circumcision in the am and well lets just say I never had boys for a reason..LOL. he is sleeping now and I wish I could. I am learning to do something when I have a few minutes instead of when I usually do it...changing habits and really my expectations.

@trooworld I am so proud of your loss, your always trying to find the positive. You never give up and you keep on going...remember the Timex watch commercial? LOL. I think you should have a conversation with DH, he won't know how you felt unless you tell him. LOL

@Tamevv when I read your post I almost cried...I know I have tried to have that conversation with my DH and he always says you think you have been fat your WHOLE life..He doesn't understand how I feel about it being health AND how I feel about my self.. Still trying though. You have made so many positive changes I am proud of you!!

@theslightedgeforever You are always a voice of reason and a different thought..LOL. Glad you are here to help us question what we are doing and why. Glad you enjoyed your trip...You know when I quit eating FF, which for the most part I still don't..Wendys when I did eat it, it seems salty to me and I guess that's why i don't eat it usually now. . I think out taste change after a while. like Sugar with me...I think I will always crave it, but I can always tell when I have eaten too much and not stayed within my boundaries because I feel like #$@%.

Cbabie

theslightedgeforever

@trooworld Yes, my calories are about 100-145 calories higher now than what I was using. Although today I'm done for the day and I'm about 278 less. I'm not hungry so I'm not going to eat just to be consistent. Hooray on doing well with your food.

@cbabie That's good that you are changing your mindset. I remember my first son and his circumcision.

I ate a really good cherry, almond, apple salad today. Went to Mall of America today so did lots of walking but actually only got in 20 min of exercise.

cbabie

Afternoon all, I have been busy today...doing bottles, folding clothes, making beds....you know the routine. LOL. I did get make up on today and actually have jeans on and not stretch pants. LOL. I am working on a long time goal mindset....change doesn't happen overnight. Only God can do miracles not me...LOL

@trooworld Great job on making good choices..I hate when something I think is going to be good comes out bad. LOL. Pita pizza sounds good..d

@theslightedgeforever great job on walking...I bet the mall is fun and great for steps...Tell DD to walk the mall more often...(only don't spend money). LOL. Great mindset on not eating what you can to "fill up " the gap.

Cbabie

theslightedgeforever

@trooworld Good job on eating healthy snacks and not eating something when it didn't taste good. I'm learning to eat 1/2 of those big muffins. I think add a piece of string cheese for some protein and it wouldn't be that bad. Maybe not everyday.

@cbabie Tell us all the good things that you did for today. One of them was wearing jeans and not sweatpants. This helps your mindset. The mall of America is about 75 min away from dd's apt so she won't be going there to walk regularly. She could just go to the gym downstairs like I do.

I went to the gym today for 45 min. Did my hill/sprint program and some stretching. Stayed within my calories although more veggies were needed. I did get in more water than I usually do. All the little things.

Tamevv

Morning all,

I met my goal. Very pleased but sort of subdued as well. Been a long week and had an issue on Wednesday which actually made me feel kind of sick, so I didn’t eat, which is new and kind of novel. Not that I want to do it again - but every new experience is learning right?

So anyway, sun is shining, last day till weekend and I’m up and exercised. Have met my exercise goals for 67 days it is my rock right now. This week has been tedious getting up but I’ve done it and feel proud.

@trooworld Fantastic! I haven’t come under cal goal for ages, we’ll a couple of weeks at least. Feels like ages 😊 Yesterday was close tho, but I’m low on water. Will sort that today. Will put my measuring cup back next to the sink so I can take my own advice and drink every time I’m in there. It’s hard to pass up freebies - that’s what brings me undone at work.

@cbabie Oh wow you must have felt all “done up”!! 😂. I don’t wear make up at all - last time was my wedding and had to go buy specially for that - still have it floating around somewhere going mouldy probably 😂. Did making an effort make you more motivated or feel more in control or …. empowered? Sometimes taking the few minutes to pamper ourselves is all it takes for a pick-me-up. Even if it’s just wearing real jeans 😊.

cbabie

Morning all, I blew it yesterday...I had a mindset of I am tired and grab and eat...I made chicken and dumplings for dinner and actually ate the chicken before the dumplings..so that was the good part. LOL Today is another day to improve on ME.

@Tamevv So glad you met your goal...great job. I was just thinking this morning, I set goals, but I let others deter me from meeting them. So GREAT JOB. Yes I did feel more in control and more like ME...Today I am in workout clothes, but dried my hair, straightened it and will do make up soon I HOPE>..lol.

@theslightedgeforever I am "seeing" the things that are derailing me and working on little positive "taken it back" thoughts. It would be nice to have a gym here in my home...I know I would use it..I love machines...

@trooworld So sorry about the gain, but it could be just water and it could be the beans.. I was watching something on taking measurements and weight...Always wear the same clothes or be naked, always do first thing in the morning, and after a bowel movement. So I try to do things things and I think sometimes we don't take our measurements and forget that muscle weighs more that fat. We can always tell by how our clothes are fitting, but I know I like to see the numbers and I haven't taken measurements in YEARS. You are making good choices and that is what is important.

Cbabie

Tamevv

@trooworld Oh I hate those weeks!! So bummed for you. I hate that feeling like “what more can I do?” But try not to get deflated - you know you’re doing the right things for health, so eventually the numbers should catch up. You have been making really good choices so maybe next week you’ll have a big drop 🤞. How has your knee been?

@cbabie Chicken and dumplings sounds great. I did a barely edible rice and sausages dish (hehe, knew I wasn’t eating it so didn’t put in much effort really - figured they could just have sustenance and forego flavour occasionally 😏). What’s your plan for self love/care/prioritising/health today? Did it go as planned?

@theslightedgeforever Wow I’m jealous of a gym in your building too. I’m so grateful for my elliptical but some days variety would be nice 😊. I would have liked a walk instead this morning but it’s raining. Maybe later tho.

Morning. Did a long workout last night while everyone else watched a movie. DH laughs at me when I work out late, but gotta take the Am thinking I need to set some formal goals again. I didn’t set new ones for my post-holiday portion of the month. when they come!! Was all convinced I’d have a break this morning but knew I should put my clothes on so I could jump on the elliptical if i felt up to it later on - if I have to change as well it’s one more hurdle and risks losing the window. So had water and sat down for a few minutes but the house was quiet so decided to just get it done 😊. Feeling energised for the rest of the day.

theslightedgeforever

@tamevv Hooray for meeting your goal. You are doing great on your exercise. I'm at my daughter's apt now. She has the gym in her building. But I have a home gym, too. Much smaller though. I just realized I'll have to change some of my leg exercises. I don't have all the machines they do. Having a home gym doesn't always mean it gets used regularly. There is always the "I can do it later" thoughts because it's right there. Here I've been going to the gym at the same time everyday. That helps. Did you go for your walk or was it still raining? Yaaay on getting in your elliptical. 30 min before my "gym time", I get my clothes and shoes on so I have no excuse not to go.

@trooworld Sorry about the gain. This is just one week out of many. Is it sodium? What does your weight trend line look like? Just keep making good choices and it will go back down. Maybe with a little bit extra with it.

@cbabie How about you go take some measurements? How about just your waist? I took mine before I came to visit my dd. When I finally go back home, I'll take them again. I know I've gained weight on the scale but I've been going to the gym regularly. I feel more toned. I have lots of NSVs the past four months.

I went to the gym today for 82 minutes. I've precooked my veggies for tomorrow. Easier to grab and go. I went over calories tonight by accidental omission. I forgot to log a glass of iced tea. Oh well, try again tomorrow.

cbabie

Morning all, well I can't say I followed plan, but I woke up and have gotten somethings done while baby is laying in his bed. I am trying to find time to read, but also form a habit of headphones, so I can listen to podcast while rocking baby, etc. I have learned something about my eating habits. I like carbs..LOL, No listen, I love toast in the mornings...I had made cinnamon raisin bread last weekend and have been eating it all week..it makes me happy to cook bread and enjoy it..so today I am going to make banana bread and enjoy it.

@Tamevv so glad you are still pushing to meet you goals. You are doing great. Your DD may laugh but you are mentoring her for a lifetime of health choices.

@trooworld Sounds like you have a fun day ahead of you...You know doing something you enjoy has great health benefits.

@theslightedgeforever Yea I know about the gym in the home, I didn't always use my machines like I should have when I had them...it's just nice to know they are there. I have taken my measurements, but unless I get a move on it...they won't be changing. LOL. So heres to moving my rear.

Cbabie

theslightedgeforever

@trooworld So based on science, you are eating as many calories as you are burning. Right? So if you have been tracking daily, you can see how many calories you consumed over the week and then lower that slightly. Pug-o-ween sounds fun. Good for you for increasing your water.

@cbabie Glad to see you are doing something that you enjoy. I love toast too. I think it's a comfort thing with me. The best toast for me has butter and jelly on it. I have to have it with eggs or something because otherwise I will eat 3 pieces. That's not good for me. Have you thought about something like Audible so you can have books on tape?

From a book I'm reading. I listen to his podcast each week.

Here are the 3D’s of why you must track habits: Habit-tracking provides proof of your DESIRE backed by your attention and intention from one day to the next. Additionally, habit tracking provides the DATA necessary to see where you are headed. Finally, the act of tracking will help to cultivate the habit of DISCIPLINE.

Grunburg, Martin. EVERYTHING Is a F*cking STORY: Recognize & Rewrite the Stories that Steer Your Life. (pp. 236-237). Equilibrium Enterprises, Inc.. Kindle Edition.

Today I took my rest day instead of tomorrow. I could tell the last couple of days in the gym my body was physically tired. So back at it tomorrow.

theslightedgeforever

@trooworld The name of the podcast is The Habit Factor. He wrote a book by the same title. Then Pressure Paradox, then this last one that I posted. I'm glad you had fun at PugOWeen.

Went to the gym today for 80 min. I made sure I did it before I went to the theater. we saw Ticket to Paradise. I knew that we were going to eat afterwards and I knew I wouldn't want to go to the gym after that. I cut my meal in half and took the rest home for tomorrow. Now we are having bad wind and thunderstorms that is shaking the windows.

I lost 1.4 lbs this week so I'm happy with that. Now to just continue this week.

cbabie

Morning all, My scale hasn't moved, so good news bad news..LOL. I am in this group and we try to focus on one word for the week...I really didn't do last week, it's all a blur. This week is THRIVE...I think each of us here are learning to Thrive where we are..and yearn to be at a different level and thrive there. There is something about being happy where you are, but also moving to the next level gives you more of a feeling of confidence. So that's my goal this week is to move to the next level. I am focusing on tracking at least 1 meal a day (MFP free doesn't scan bar codes anymore). LOL. And moving up my exercise from 0 to at least 1 hour this week. There I put it in writing..

@theslightedgeforever I don't want to pay the price for audible..I want to figure this out and still read. LOL I love to read and take my mind from where I am. Great job on the choices, exercise and loss you are getting back to where you wanted to be and look you are still on vacation..LOL

@trooworld So glad you had a good time. Yes I am learning that I may be under on calories that day (rare) but when I do, I pay for it the next day, either in how I feel or I binge eat... Funny how running errands really takes it out on our energy. I think that should be considered exercise.


Cbabie

Tamevv

Hi ladies, weird couple of days. Sore today and feeling sorry for myself. Ate badly although volume wasn’t ridiculous - seems I can’t stomach the kilos of sugar I used to be able to consume, which is a silver lining 😊. Nothing serious, but struggling to get back into focus. Exercise is minimal to meet my goals but still going on my movement streak. Water is on and off, food starts the day with good intentions but I just can’t be bothered with all the planning. Turns out I can’t just keep eating raw veggies which I had been really enjoying and finding so manageable. Really bummed and it’s thrown me off.

Anyway, still here, just backgrounding for a bit I guess. Hope you’re all well.

Tamevv

Morning. Just logged my breakfast. Step one ✅. Drank two glasses of water so far. Step two ✅ Exercised ✅. So we’re off to a decent start. Not feeling particularly positive or determined so will see how the day goes.

theslightedgeforever

@trooworld I'm glad your knee is starting to feel better. My knee is so much better since I started doing my stretches daily and strength training exercises for the knee. I can now bend my knee without tension in it. I only listen to podcasts on Podcasts. lol But that's probably an iphone feature. Oh my kids and I played Exploding Kittens last night. I lost. Twice. Where are you picking up so many screws? Yaay on the HOA fixing the window. Good news.

@cbabie You don't really need the food scanner unless you are eating new and different foods everyday. Because foods that you have eaten and logged are already stored in there. It's just a click click click and you are done. How about using Kindle text to speech?

@Tamevv You are really doing great with your movement. Which do you have more problems with? Lunch? Dinner? Nighttime snacking? By focusing on just one of them you can narrow down your focus and add another check mark to your day.

Yesterday I walked 38 min. Today I went to the gym for 72 min.
Food was almost spot on with my target yesterday. Today I was over by 266.

Tamevv

Okay, so I have drafted a couple of posts on here and journaled a bit, but I’m not going to bother you with it because it’s all just whinging and ranting. I’m doing fine really - exercise streak continues but there will be a gain this week - only question is how much 😏

cbabie

Evening all, I have been so busy and trying to still keep posting...didn't get to it yesterday. Had family drama..LOL. I haven't been tracking and I need to. I am kind of bored with what I am eating, but I am too tired by the end of day to cook a good meal. I know this season of no sleep will pass. I DID exercise today, so I did get that done. haven't drunk enough water and I can feel it. My legs have been aching al lot the last couple of days.

@Tamevv Glad to see your post, I miss you when you or I miss a day LOL. I like the check list...you amaze me with you looking at things and trying to see how what ever it is has effected you, both positive and negative

@trooworld I used to replace windshields like you are replacing tires..my DH used to tell me it's cause you follow too close...I drove bumper to bumper traffic for 45 - 50 min 5 days a week, what do you think happens..LOL. Yes cleaning always goes faster when you know someone is coming for a visit. LOL

@theslightedgeforever Yes I know I don't. have to scan, but I was wanting to use it for some new things and it wasn't working...I am trying to get out of my rut..LOL. Glad you had fun with your kids even if you lost..

Cbabie

theslightedgeforever

@trooworld Today I was under 253 so I hoped to balance out yesterday. Hopefully you won't have any more screws in the road. Hubby would always ask if company was coming if he saw the house super clean. Yes usually true, but then sometimes I just got the cleaning bug. It didn't happen very often though.

@tamevv You know where you want to go. Like the GPS there is more than one road available. Do you want to go on the faster road or the slow road? It's all the choices we make everyday. Sometimes I want to just get there cause I'm tired of riding in the car and other times I keep stopping to enjoy the scenery.

@cbabie Your exercise is becoming a habit. What would constitute a good meal to you where you don't have to cook? That's the best thing to be eating right now. Less stress and better nutrition. If it were me, I'd probably be eating a bowl of cereal or oatmeal. lol The good news is salad in a bag is available everywhere. There is literally is nothing to do but open the bag, pour it on the plate and add the dressing.

I went to the gym for 30 min today. I forgot my earphones. So I did my stretching and therapy exercises and some Bosu ball balance exercises and called it a day.

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Tamevv

I actually lost a couple of hundred grams 🤷‍♀️. Checked it twice, such a surprise. Today has been good - I planned out my meals while working out and knew they’d be low cause we are having pizza for dinner. Stuck to it so far and no snacks, and was really looking forward to fancy yoghurt for afternoon tea but went to measure it out only to find my middle child has eaten all but the dregs 😡. Not happy, I didn’t even get to taste it. So I’m in hiding lest I over react - yoghurt is a good snack for them and I hadn’t labelled it so he didn’t know, but I’m disappointed and hungry. The flip tho is I actually feel like something savoury so I’m thinking I’ll steam some broccoli and grate Parmesan over it and eat that. I really do enjoy feeling in control and intentional about my food. Remembering to take these breaks and think before I act is so important.

Tamevv

@theslightedgeforever I really like the analogy of stopping to enjoy the scenery, (or a nice meal along the way 😉) but this week it has felt more like stumbling along down a gravel pathway - not quite “lost” but definitely not on a sealed road either. The analogy made me smile and I’m looking forward to cruising down the highway again 😊

cbabie

Popping in, I didn't get to exercise today, but I am not giving up on me...Already ate 4 Oreos, but just don't eat any more is my thought....

@trooworld I laughed when I saw Italy for dinner....I do love Italian food...Yea on the loss...see it's working!!!

@theslightedgeforever good job working out, even if you forgot your headphones..you made a good choice.

@tamevv Congrats on the loss and I love your little emojis... they make my day.

Cbabie

theslightedgeforever

@Tamevv Yaay on some lost weight. You are in control. You may have stumbled but you definitely have found your footing now.

@trooworld Woohoo on the weight loss. So you've learned how to maintain since May. Those skills will be necessary when you get to goal. So now work on losing 1 lb this week. I've gained since May so you are better off than me.

@cbabie You checked in here that's a good thing. Did you track anything? You can still go back and track those 4 oreos. It's good practice. My son brought home Gluten Free Oreos. That's one way to make me stay out of them.

I'm under my target by 4 calories. I went to the gym today for 82 min.

Tomorrow I'm going to finally leave my daughter's house. I'll miss her and my son. He's going with us to Chicago to see some friends and then we'll drop him off at the airport to go back to TX. Then Monday we'll go home. I'll have to keep up my good gym habits I've made here when I get there. I think the food will be better. No temptations being brought to me all the time. It will be nice to get off an air-mattress and back into my own bed. So my check-ins will be spotty till I get settled back in. I just have to make sure I keep tracking to keep my streak going.

Tamevv

Good morning. I grazed yesterday. No real reason for it, I just did. Felt “free” (which is something that came up for me in a podcast this week and I’m still processing). Got into the choc-drops last night too. And didn’t go straight to exercise when I got up. Am dressed in workout gear and planning a proper step class later, just feeling like mixing it up I guess. Dunno. Also suspect there might be an ice cream on the cards later today….

cbabie

Morning all, well I had to WI for my other challenge and I gained a lb...back to where I started..can't seem to lose and keep it off...I know most of mine is emotional...plus with newborn my exercise is way off track..but I am still keeping the fight. I was tracking, but didn't track yesterday...I MUST go back and track. My grandson comes in for a week so who knows what my eating will be like..he likes MEAT..before he moved to Alaska, him and I would workout and try to eat well together. Miss those days...but you know kids grow up and make their own lives.. LOL

@trooworld Love the platter, such creativity and good food. LOL. The pictures are great of you and DH I am assuming..LOL. Sorry your knee is hurting, hope you get pain free soon.

@theslightedgeforever Safe travels and you will miss your daughter, but will she miss you. LOL. Kidding, thankfully there is such things as facetime, duo, etc.. Glad you enjoyed your visit and trips...stay on track and keep the scale going downward and the exercise going up.

Cbabie

Tamevv

Okay, I am well into self sabotage mode 😒. I know it and it’s almost intentional. But I’m up and am still exercising first thing in the morning - albeit at a slower pace this last week. I don’t “want” to, but I am, so that’s good. Didn’t do step the other day but did do a long elliptical session instead. Focussing on not snacking today. After this I’m going to plan the days food and at least make an effort to be aware.

@cbabie Aw, it’s kinda nice to feel missed 😊. I’ll think of you now when I pop those emojis in - I always wonder if they are annoying or distracting, but sometimes I feel like the tone of my text can be ambiguous and they might clear it up. Glad to hear they are helpful 😊
Maybe reminiscing with your grandson might motivate you both into working together while he is there - you might be able to recapture a little moment here and there to share and rekindle the enthusiasm.

@trooworld Hello! Nice to put a face to the name. Unfortunately I can’t offer to do the same because I’m still a bit internet-phobic, but sharing on here is more than I have ever done so maybe in another decade or so I’ll feel comfortable enough to do photos 😂. Your table spread looks amazing! Come feed me and my family please 😁. You must be getting a fair few incidental steps in with all the shopping - seems like a much more fun way to do it than me bobbing here on my elliptical. Cant say I’m much of a shopper though - I find clothes too intimidating and being short and round nothing nothing ever sits right. I’ve tried to browse catalogues a few times and tried to work out what “style” I like, but I just don’t have the confidence to leave the house in anything but jeans and a top. Anyway, not sure where that came from …

@theslightedgeforever Safe travels. Hope it’s a smooth trip. I’m a very bad sleeper usually so I really love my own bed - you must be hanging out for yours!

Okay, Sun in shining, I have a stressful day at work but an hour of alone time before it starts so no excuses not to start out on the right path. Happy Tuesday all.

Tamevv

Morning! I’m up and exercised and checking in with good intentions. Sleeping this week has been in steady decline and last night didn’t get much at all. This always makes me nervous because I’ve had insomnia before and don’t want to start the spiral of dread. Need to sort food and water. Know what to do just not doing it. Maybe today is the day 🤞

theslightedgeforever

Trying to get resettled. I bought some groceries today and restocked the fridge with fresh produce.

@trooworld Yaay on your salad and get back to that tracking. I loved the Halloween pics.

@cbabie What is your favorite healthy thing to eat?

@tamevv Keep fighting against the self-sabotage. You are still doing well it seems. What do you see your style as when you reach your ideal weight? I think visualizing that and telling yourself the story as if it already is true helps a whole lot. Your brain will try to make that data input true.

So a bit of success in that I've tracked every day including my time in Chicago and traveling. Road trip snacks are the worst for me. Usually I don't track but I did well this time. I went over calories every day but it's tracked. I'll weigh in tomorrow and see what my scale says. I don't know the difference between my daughter's and mine.

Tamevv

Morning all.

I tracked yesterday. Was over my cal budget but at least I tracked. Also stayed to approved snacks. Still too many, but not so random. Cleaned my teeth early which probably helped. Also made my water goal. Not bad considering it was my day off work and that sometimes leads to sloth-ery ☺️

Today is weigh in so I got up early and worked out a full hour. I had another pleasant surprise of a small loss. Very happy to think my actions might actually be becoming “habits” that I’m doing without so much awareness. Yay for me. Hoping this snaps me out of my negative headspace.

Was a good day so far - meetings all day and catered lunch but I was very responsible. Let’s see if I can stay the course till bedtime.

@theslightedgeforever I know some things I like to look at, but even if I could fit into them I would never leave the house in them due to confidence issues. I have a nice dress I wore last time I was slimmer so am hoping I’ll get to wear it again this summer. I guess that’s my goal dress for now.

@trooworld the self-sabotage is my usual MO - I’m still working through this bout of self-analysis but think I’m seeing the upside. Long weekend here so no idea what food will be like. Need to defrost the freezer so have been eating through that all week and depends on what is left.

All for now, hope your weeks all end well.