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cbabie

I am back...sorry when my routine gets off track in the morning's I don't get on here..

Went to the gym yesterday and this morning...sweat like a pig!!! Feels good to do that..my eating went sideways....but better at saying no to secnds....I will get there..
@trooworld Yes that is how I lost weight to lifetime by not depriving or fasting ....just tracking and finding all the low points...grwat job on yoir losses....LOL this is the only place we say good to lose....

@theslightedgeforever today is the day....I an sure it will be good to get back on track...you got this

@gemwolf110 glad you enjoyed your conference!!

@cmedwards52 welcome back!!!

Cbabie

TrishasTime

Morning everyone

How are you all - Sorry I was MIA again. The week starts with good intentions re job and therefore eating but simply goes out the door by Tuesday. We got told another restructure for our branch is happening and that kind of gave me a shock. No matter what I do, it will be what it will be and what I am doing is destroying my health and have gain about 8kg since the 12 days stuff started. LINE IN THE SAND!!!.

I went to a girlfriends for dinner last night. Believe me when I say it is like eating at a restaurant. The entrée was crepes with a carrot filling and a herb butter. Dinner was lamb (marinated and slowed cooked on bbq) with salad (roast pumpkin, cauliflower with cranberry and spinach leaves) dessert was home made sticky date. My GF has retired and has reignited her love in cooking, sewing patchwork. She gave me a good talking to as she has been trying to catch up with me for a month. I was to try working normal hours and if it is that important to get off from the couch and go into my home office to log on then do it. If not let it go. Enough about me

@theslightedgeforever - I have a blaze as well and I have many bands, you can get them on the internet for about $10. Can you please tell us about the new treadmill program. Did you get it from a book or the internet. Our work has 3 treadmills.

@trooworld - well I must say I am proud of you - extremely proud. You are showing us the way down the path. Have you set your verve up yet.

If you both like, we can be friends onf fitbit as well. I know I certainly need a prod TO GET MOVING . You need to link via your userid this can be found by by click on your profile and the copy the link in the address bar. Mine is https://www.fitbit.com/user/34QJW5 and I am called Trish W. If anyone else here wants to link - I am more than happy

Well to today's goal is to eat correctly and log log log

Take care

Trish

theslightedgeforever

Trooworld. Just hang in there for body pump and you will see progress one day on the pushups and tricep dips. Upper body strength has always been my problem

Cbabie. Did you see you wrote out your sweet spot formula for losing weight to Trooworld. Now go follow that. Congrats on the gym

Trishastime. Ok you’ve drawn your line in the sand No job is worth your health because you would end up real sick and not be going to work anyway The program was in the Internet. I’ll have to look it up in my computer and send it to you

Gemwolf. I will look you and Trishastime up on my Fitbit link.

TrishasTime

Hi everyone

@gemwolf - found you on Fitbit - accepted friend request - thankyou Trish

theslightedgeforever

Trishastime and gemwolf. I saw your links but then went into my phone to add you and can’t figure out how from the username. All I can find is contacts, FB, and email

Trooworld. I’m not a sweater either I once had someone tell me then I’m not exercising hard enough. It was hard enough for me having trouble breathing. I think because I don’t drink enough my body conserves fluid. Lol. I did sweat today though. The room was hot

Did 30 min on treadmill and 10 min stretching. A 7 on my ideal day

theslightedgeforever

https://youtu.be/WSLkiQUoviM

theslightedgeforever

I gained 0.6 this week

TrishasTime

Morning everyone


Day 2 begins. Day1 was a success in that I left work, had a lunch break - eating not so good but I logged it. Day 2 started with 20 min walking on treadmill at 4.5km, 1.0 incline. I must say it has put me in a better mood her. I must have frightened the boss as I was quiet yesterday and I saw I missed a call from him last night.

@theslightedgeforever Well done on your 30 min on treadmill. I will ask fitbit how to find your user profile number on the phone,

@trooworld - Well done for persisting. Hope you are feeling better soon

@gemwolf110 - Accepted the challenge. I assume it just compares your steps to others?

Thanks

Trish

theslightedgeforever

Gemwolf. Yes that’s where I checked first but didn’t see a button. Then I tried searching by username. I’ll go back to the links again

Trishastime. Look at you putting your own oxygen mask first. Good for you. We teach people how to treat us so hopefully your boss will get the subtle message

Trooworld. Sweater. Lol. I have a cartoon mind. Lots of movement for your body. I hope you are feeling better

I did my 30 min hill treadmill program and then because a good song started I said I’ll just walk til the end of the song. Another one came on lol. I got in 10 extra minutes that way

theslightedgeforever

I googled how to add by link and it says there will be a pink button on their profile page. Don’t see that either Hmmmm

theslightedgeforever

Trishastime Here's that link you asked me for with the treadmill. https://military.com/military-fitness/weight-loss/how-to-lose-weight-on-the-treadmill

Trooworld I can eat a whole box of Hot and Spicy Cheez-Its. I just keep sticking my hand in the box and pulling it out to my mouth. Like a magnet. Bugles are the same way for me. Just keep looking at all the things you are doing right and then find a way around those other things for next time.

theslightedgeforever

I went in on my computer and sent out fitbit invites to you all. +Add Friend button appears on the computer but not the phone.

theslightedgeforever

Did 42 minutes on treadmill and 6 stretching

theslightedgeforever

Trooworld. Doesn’t decluttering feel good? I have a recipe for DIY instant oatmeal packets. I just need to do it
Invite for Fitbit? You show up on my list. Good job on the pita pizza

I made veggie burgers and seasoned potatoes for dinner. I was sitting there thinking I will never make them again and DH says these are really good can you make them again? Luckily I had some mixture left over that I froze.

Exercise day off Stayed within calories

theslightedgeforever

cbabie

Morning all,

I have not made it to the gym, I only got 3 hours of interrupted sleep last night. I have a full day ahead of me so probably won't make it to the gym. I have maintained and not lost weight, so hoping the next week is a prettier picture.

I have sent fitbit friend request to Trish and Trooworld....it would have come from Jamie H
@gemwolf110 What is your id for fitbit? I am not sure how to look you up?

@theslightedgeforever I have a recipie for bean burgers I have not tried yet, but it looks good. I would say next week, but VBS is next week and I don't see me having lots of time to try them. Maybe this weekend though.

@trooworld I haven't been able to go back and read all the post, sorry you had a bad day yesterday! But your are right next week look out world. LOL

@TrishasTime I miss my treadmill. I hate having to go to the gym to walk on it...I think i will be looking for a used one here soon.

Cbabie

TrishasTime

Morning everyone

I lost my fitbit yesterday. I learnt quickly how often I look at my watch either for time or steps. Whew found it last night in the washing basket before it went into the machine. I have the day off today and I am going to take my dogs for a walk, get a pedicure, do some food shopping, change sheets etc. All the things that I normally do not have time for

@theslightedgeforever - What name did you send you invite under? Thanks for the treadmill instructions.. Have saved the link and will look at it later today.

@trooworld - Fingers crossed for you that you do not have a gain - you have been do superbly. I love decluttering, I have a rule, if it is not used in 12 months then it goes away for 6 months and then out the door. DH never notices

It is a nice sunny days, so I am going to throw the sheets in the wash whilst the puppies and I go out to enjoy it

Take care everyone


Trish

LoreA1960

Thanks for the warm welcome everyone! I'm still doing good on Weight Watchers. I had one bad week but bounced right back. I have issues when it gets hot. I swell up and one week my feet and legs were badly swollen so I gained some water weight. The next week I lost it. I really like using MFP because the people are really supportive. Hope to see you all again!

theslightedgeforever

Trooworld sometimes we have those days As the Skinny twins say just move on. So how about a backup plan at work for breakfast. Something you could keep in your desk like DIY oatmeal packet or protein bars and an apple Do you have all your ingredients to cook this weekend for next week? Yes you show up on my Fitbit.

Cbabie glad to see the hounds found you I pray for God to give you energy. How about water aerobics in your pool For me that means jogging and keeping my legs moving. It really does burn calories for those days you can’t make it to the gym.

Trishastime I think we’ve all had the horror of losing a Fitbit Usually I’m in every room with my phone until I see connecting......so at least I know it’s in that room. Once I had to go look in my car It was there. Yaaay. Back when I had an Ultra. I’m Lisa W

@LoreA1960 Good to see you. Bouncing back is what it’s all about At least you know it’s water weight and will go away. I’m ready for my fat to go away I’ve had a good week albeit the scale I’m reminding myself this is for the long haul and I’m changing my habits

I walked 30 min on treadmill and 10 min stretching

steph81881

I all! I am an old school WW user... like back in 2006/2007 as I was getting ready for our wedding. 11 years and 2 kids later here I am! I am a yo yo dieter, I start a diet, last about 2 weeks to a month, I lose a decent amount of weight (8-10 lbs) and then get complacent and gain it all back again. I have a hard time sticking with anything for a long period of time and I really need help with that. This time I really want to make it stick!! If I can stick with it my whole family will be healthier and that's really important to me too. Glad to meet you all!! Happy Friday!!

TrishasTime

Morning everyone

Despite the less hours, the scales did not budge either way - so I will take that which is better than the continual climb over the last 12 weeks.

@steph81881 - I am too an old WW. Got my lifetime status when I lost 53kg. Life has happened since then. I am so glad that you have decided to join us. Do you have a step counter - if so what is it?

@trooworld - At least your are honest with what you ate, I am loving your attitude but I have told you that before
I blamed the hours of work, making me , forcing me to put that extra food in my mouth, I had an option but did not take it. I have had a sudden influx of fitbit users asking to be friends and like you I accept. I knew it was you from your picture and now you can see me as well.

@theslightedgeforever - I am assuming you are Lisa?? Looked at the treadmill link, I am too unco to keep changing it every 30 seconds, so I just did 3mph for 20 min

@cbabie - What is causing the loss of sleep? Insufficient sleep is so draining.

Well it is the weekend here. Off to take the nearly 17 year old with a dreadful attitude this morning to hand over to the driving instructor. She has her test on Thursday and I do not believe she will pass it - lets see if she proves me wrong. I told her that I would only pay once, so next time she will need to pay $250 which is the cost of the retest and the leaner car for 2 hours


Catch you all

Trish

theslightedgeforever

Trooworld. So brainstorm some low point breakfast ideas that you could keep in your desk for emergencies in the case that you forget to bring your breakfast It’s only for one day

@steph81881 welcome to the group. I’ve got you beat WW1985 member. Lol. I’m heavier now. Actually my starting weight then is closer to my goal weight now. Amazing when I think about it. But we are now both going to get this weight off right? One day at a time

Trishastime. I get bored easily so I need a constant change of pace. But the beginner program incline was too low for me so I need to rework the program Good news on at least maintaining and stopping the damage. Now ready the ship in the other direction

I did yoga for 22 minutes I am so not flexible

TrishasTime

Morning everyone

Sunday here, I am sneakily going through the photos tyring to find a picture of my husband when he was 40. There are only a few photos of hubby or me - it is everyone else

Chores to do today, shopping and breakfast to organise for next week

Hope you all have a good day

Trish

theslightedgeforever

Trooworld I don’t think I was flexible when I was younger either. Lol. That pie sounded good. One thing I’m working on changing and I want you to work on it too. You told your brain I’m not consistent so the brain does things to make that a true statement. Now start saying in the past or I used to be inconsistent but I’m working on being consistent now

Gemwolf. How is your eating plan coming along this week

Trishastime Did u find the pic? I like going through old photos Although when I get to my pics I just sigh. As my youngest son put it recently Mom you used to be a babe what happened 🤔 Thank you dear you your siblings and your dad But that’s not really true. I chose to put it all in my mouth or not move my body

So no exercise for me. I took a nap and became Sleeping Beauty. So I’ve put it on my schedule to make up that day either on Tuesday or three 10 min sessions added to regular workout

Cbabie do I have to come find you again

cbabie

Hi to all
I am just stopping by to say yes I am still here but my routine is way out of whack.....
I will try to catch up later this afternoon...

Cbabie

theslightedgeforever

Gemwolf. Sounds like your plan is working for you

cbabie. So start with your morning routine Write it all out what your ideal morning from when you get up to lunchtime. What time is lunch. That needs to be consistent too Think of yourself in the early years at work when you felt successful. I’m sure you got up at the same time then did ABC til your lunch break. You can do the same at home Think of all the obstacles you can imagine. Write those down. Then go back and write the solution. What action will you take if that happens in order to get your tasks completed. What’s the one thing you can do in the morning that will make you feel successful

Trooworld. I’m glad you enjoyed your outing. We had the same thoughts regarding support for cbabie. Just do one thing My one thing is follow my Trello board each day and check off my checklists. Last week was so serene. I faced obstacles but had solutions for those mostly written out. The new ones I added to my list so I didn’t have to make decisions in the heat of the moment . I had already made those in advance.

Knokr

Hi all! I joined WW in March and am new to MFP. Free style didn’t seem to be working for me anymore so I’ve decided I need to keep track of calories too! Looking for support

Knokr

My challenges for this week are to stick to my calories everyday! I went off the rails a couple weeks ago and have slowly gotten better but this is going to be the week where I stay within my calorie range everyday, I can feel it!

I also want to do some sort of ab challenge. Either 100 crunches a day or a plank challenge... any suggestions?

TrishasTime

Morning everyone

I did 25 min on the treadmill this morning at 5kph. Feels good when you get off. The plan is the same for tomorrow.

@trooworld - My husband is turning 60 and I have a photo of him as a bub, 20 and now but want one for 40, so I can make a guest sign in book. Love the thought of that pire

@cbabie - Hope you get on schedule soon

@theslightedgeforever - Nope still looking for a photo. I love my nanna naps.

@knokr -welcome aboard.

Must run at work

Trish

cbabie

Morning all!!
Thanks for the suggestions to get back what I let go. I started today, with my normal regiment...just got back from the gym. I even remembered to set my fitbit to track my walk on the treadmill. My computer is so slow....I get so frustrated trying to get on here. I hate typing on my phone, but I might have to. I wrote down my goal for July...Consistency. It doesn't matter if I set my goals for treadmill everyday, if I don't stay consistent in doing it.
I was pretty depressed yesterday, spent a lot of time texting my oldest daughter...She is me a few years ago...so I got back some of my own advice...LOL I will be gone most of this week doing VBS at church...so great time to put some good habits back into place.

my workout today: Treadmill 2,352 0.94 miles 30:42 138 cals

@trooworld Good job on the food prep...you are in your groove.

@TrishasTime Thanks and I am determined to get on my schedule!!!

@theslightedgeforever I am working on putting my old self (schedule) in place.

@Knokr Welcome aboard. Set you challenge that you know works for you, I don't do well with challenges..LOL I love this board as there are many age groups, different places on their journey for health..etc. So I am glad you found us!!

BTW, I just saw a blog come up on my home screen...today is my someday....good read!!

Cbabie