WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR SEPTEMBER 2017
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stats for the day:
jog- 19.33min, 143ahr 6.1-6.4sp, 156mhr, 2mi = 223c
Apple Watch- 221c
trampoline toss w/8# ball- 7.48min, 4 diff ex, 3sets of 10122mhr = 54c
Apple Watch- 51c
*new rope pull- 2min, 120ahr, 131mhr, = 30c
Apple Watch- 41c
outdoor walk some with yogi- 34,19min, 2.9ap, 106mhr, 1.6mi = 137c
Apple Watch- 182c
total cal 4443 -
tomorrow, I start the first morning going to the new gym so new bike route before and after the gym workout4
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Sue in WA - I usually get my fiber from food. I add ground flaxseed or psyllium husk or chia seeds to my food. But if necessary - I'll supplement with Metamucil.
It's a balancing act trying to keep carbs limited to 25g per meal and 75g total for the day. I know a lot of people use net carbs - subtracting fiber from carb total - but I prefer doing it this way.
Raw almonds are my go to snack. 1 ounce is about 24 almonds. I keep snack bags with 24 almonds in each bag. Each bag is 160 cal, 6g carbs and 3g fiber.
1 Tablespoon servings:
• ground flaxseed - 2g carb, 2g fiber
• chia seeds - 4g carb, 4g fiber
• psyllium husk - 8g carb, 7g fiber
• sunflower seeds - 1.5g carb, 1g fiber
• hemp hearts - 1g carb, 1g fiber
Beans are generally high in fiber - but also high in carbs. So I usually have 1/2c of beans with salad - or boost the volume by adding meat to beans.
Fruit - high in fiber and carbs. I use a small portion. I keep frozen blueberries and raspberries to add to Greek yogurt with chia seeds.
-- Ginger in Texas3 -
Oh boy! Preacher's on!
Had a lazy day. I had a 3 hour nap!
Happy Labor Day for those in the US!
Dana in Arkansas3 -
Did an hour of an advanced strength DVD. The plan for tomorrow is to do a Peak 10 Cardio Interval Burn DVD.
I suspect we'll be talking to Denise and Jess today. I really really need to stop crying.
pip - I know that a little rain won't stop you!
I told my girlfriend in Switzerland about this shower business and her response to me was "now I wish I was coming to the US just to slap Maria across the face". Jess is still very very hurt, but she's thinking about the shower. Denise really does want her there and I know Jess wants to go for her sister but she doesn't want to feel uncomfortable. Vince just told me (he hasn't told Denise) that with all that's happened, Angela isn't going to go to the shower. She's going to tell Denise that she has to work. Vince did tell Denise that if Jess isn't going, then there's no sense at all to her paying for the shower and tomorrow is the day when the restaurant needs the final head count. She'll let Denise know what it is. Her feeling (and mine) is that she's tried so hard and she's gotten nothing but negativity, Maria wanted to have her own shower, so now she's getting it.
I'm betwixt and between to going. One the one hand, I want to support my daughter (Jess) and her feelings, but on the other hand I want to support my other daughter (Denise). I know that she'll be hurt if I'm not there. Plus, my thought is that Maria will give Denise the "see, your mother doesn't even care enough to come to your shower". Vince suggested maybe going for an hour or two and then leave. Put in an appearance. What does everyone think?
Took things to the gal whose house we play mahjongg at, they're going to Charlotte to play at the gal who moved's house. In a way, I would really have liked to go. But my daughters are more important than a game.
Then took brownies to the guy whose wife passed away for him to take to Mexican Train tomorrow. Later went to WalMart since it appears that Jess wants to make the icing for the cake, so we will need Crisco. Actually, I wanted to just get out of the house. I think we'll go to dinner at this restaurant that used to be a train depot. I wasn't planning on Steve staying until today. Also wrapped the last gift for Denise and made the bow.
Went to dinner. Tried this burger that had beans and all stuff in it (vegetarian). The biggest problem was that it was so salty. I swear, I can almost feel my ankles swelling. Broccoli, didn't get the bun, it did have avocado and tomato on it, only water to drink. I didn't eat all the burger, it was just too salty for me. Maybe it's that I'm not used to salt right now.
wildhorse - when you say you're going low carb, what foods are you limiting? I'm thinking that I'd like to give it a try, I already cut out (for the most part) white breads.
While we were out, Denise called Vince to tell him that she called Maria to tell her that Denise was upset that Jess was so upset that she doesn't want to come to the shower. According to Denise, Maria was surprised that she'd hurt Jess. What? Isn't she an adult? She asked Denise if she could call Jess. She did and evidentally Jess was sleeping and didn't answer so Maria said she left a message. Once Jess wakes up, I am suspecting she'll call Maria. Personally, I would let Maria stew and then call her and tell her why I was upset (if I were Jess). Somehow, I don't think Jess will do that, but I'm sure she will tell Maria why she's so hurt.
Rori - how wonderful that you're going to that airshow
langman - To be honest, I like all the earrings. I do think that the second one is the one I like the least. When you put them on the (what's it called) things that go thru the ear, do you use some sort of back? If so, what kind?
janetr - breathtaking ornaments! I love all sorts of ornaments, so I am drawn to these pictures.
Michele in NC
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Michele ... I'm way behind ... but two foods that work as diuretics are celery and watermelon.0
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Good evening ladies -
Too tired to say much but you are all on my mind.
Michele- I think you and Jess should be at the shower. Kill that b with kindness and rise above her drama. Do it for Denise. She is going to need a supportive family with what is ahead for her. Just wondering - why didn't each side of the family have a shower? That's been a tradition where I am from. In fact some girls have several showers. It would have saved so much grief.
Well, friends, tomorrow is my D day. I am going to talk to hubby about divorcing. Keep me in your thoughts and prayers. I feel really alone in this because I've told only 2 friends and my son about the situation. It's so good to have you to "talk" to.
Toni in Tennessee6 -
September Accountability
Sunday - 9/3/2017
1. Carbs 50-75g (limit 25g/meal)
(B8, L0, D31, AS20, BBS23 = 82g)
✔2. Fiber 30g (42g)
✔3. Vegetables - big salad daily
✔4. Track every bite and complete the MFP entry daily.
5. Steps - average 5000 steps, 30 Fitbit minutes (1982 steps)
6. Lose 10 pounds
✔7. Sleep - track daily
✔8. Dress to shoes daily
✔9. Declutter weekly in the zones
• Weight Monday 9/4 = 293.0
• Carbs - not terrible. It was a high fiber day. Had Quest bars and they have around 20g carbs and 13g fiber.
• Sleep - I was in bed by midnight... but read until about 3:45am. Hub came to bed griping about my reading... so I switched to Audible book.
• Decluttered under kitchen sink
--Ginger in Texas
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wildhorsewendy wrote: »(I dyed my hair on the weekend and it is RED! I have to wait a week to put the second box of bleach in as I am going blonde for summer-but I can't face going to the gym as a redhead. I prefer to blend in and not be so noticeable.)
I know how you feel. The first time I dyed my hair was back when I was about 18. I didn't leave it in long enough and it turned a clown-like orange/red. The next day, I had a wedding to attend. I wore a hat.
I've been dying my hair ever since, and it's a bit different each time.
A number of years ago, I dressed up as Catwoman for halloween, and dyed my hair black. I used a temporary dye and figured it would wash out in a month or six weeks like all the other temporary dyes I had used before. But it didn't wash out! I had black hair for the longest time!
Right now, I've got a 3-part thing going on. Dark brown underneath, which went really well. Then reddish on top, which turned much too much like that clown-like orange/red at first. But I put in blond streaks on top of the red and it actually looks all right.
M in Oz (specifically Tas)
Lol. The first time I used temporary dye on my hair was when I was a student in London in the 1980's. my friend Dana ( a natural redhead who had bleached blond hair) convinced me to dye my hair temporarily purple with him for a party. His hair turned it a brilliant pink and had to grow out. I had kind of a purple/pink hue for quite some time. It was the height of PUNK style around London at the time.
The coolest part was the London Punk crowd now embraced us as their own type of people and now they'd smile and talk to us. We easily got into a number of clubs we otherwise would have joined a long queue with the ordinary folk. Was actually perfect for the college London experience now that I think of it.
Rye in TX
Nothing like a change in hair to make all the difference.
I keep threatening to dye all or part of mine royal blue ... however, a friend of mine got hers done so that half of it, underneath, was rainbow striped, and the top was dark brown or black. So if her hair was hanging down straight, it would look dark brown or black, but if the wind blew a bit or she wore it up, you'd see the rainbow. If I ever did do royal blue, I might do it that way.3 -
@margaretturk - if I took that test I would most likely fall in the falling category - I have always been a pretty slow walker as I have a short gait.1
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Michele thank you so much for your kind remarks on the ornaments. I enjoy working on them.
In regard the shower situation, I can't help but think of one of Barbie' s favorite quotes, loosely translated here, "Don't trade what you want the most, for what you want at the moment". You are upset right now and feelings are hurt so don't make a hasty decision. Denise will only have one wedding and this should be a very special time for her. She is your daughter forever and you will want her to be a part of your life forever. In the big scheme of things, Angela and Amanda will be an insignificant part of your life after the wedding. I trust you won't do something in anger that you will regret the rest of your life. Big ((( hugs)) take a deep breath and hang in there. This is said in love, I know it's not easy.
Janetr okc4 -
@tngram2seven - I'll be thinking of you and sending you strength. I've been where you are and I know how difficult it is. ❤️1
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Made it through the collection of long distance events + an assignment and a test at university ... as well as working full-time and fighting a cold/flu/sinus infection. Whew!
I am glad to be out the other side of all of that now!
My next test at uni is on September 25th, and our next set of cycling events is on the Royal Hobart Show Weekend (end of October).
So our focus for the next little while will be rest, catching up on stuff, and easing back into the exercise again. I'd like to work on speed and strength on the bicycle for a couple months.
M in Oz.2 -
[wildhorse - when you say you're going low carb, what foods are you limiting? I'm thinking that I'd like to give it a try, I already cut out (for the most part) white breads.
Michele in NC
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I am cutting out bread, tortillas, rice, pasta, potatoes and sugar. Instead I am eating: walnuts in cream cheese with cocoa powder (while I am typing this!) cabbage, sauted in coconut oil and butter with a can of salmon (that was my lunch today) Two eggs in butter/coconut oil with turmeric and herbs (that was my breakfast) avacado ( that was my snack) and for dinner I am planning to have broccoli with mozzerella cheese melted on it. Oh I am not cutting out fruit as I believe it is too healthy to shun. I had an apple for a snack today as well. I lifted weights this morning for half an hour and then took the dogs to the beach for an hour of walking/jogging and then after lunch I trimmed one of the horses (I think that burns more calories than half an hour of weights!) and I have another one I am about to trim up and then lunging and lesson time and I might even get a little ride in if I am lucky, in between cleaning stalls and paddocks. I started low carb on Sept 1. I was 130 pounds. This morning I was 127.2. I weigh every morning before breakfast so I know what affect my yesterday meals had on my body. I also do a fast occasionally which helps me a lot to get in control of my crazy cravings.6 -
I decided to return gradually to the strength training I did before my surgery so I'm doing what I did before only with 5 pound dumbbells instead of the much heavier ones. I will stay at easy weights until October.
sumo squats 5x5 @ 10 lbs
deadlifts 5x5 @ 10 lbs
dumbbell row 5x5 @ 10 lbs
overhead press 5x5 @ 10 lbs
Also:
*12,000 steps
*191 minutes walking Sasha and Bessie
*60 minutes riding the exercise bike
*21 minutes moving rocks in the back yard
It's very warm here so I am especially happy to have our heat pump to keep the house cool.
Barbie from beautiful sunny warm NW Washington
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Call me crazy but I love to see other people happy and succeeding .
Good Evening Friends,
Katla, I agree on not calling the *kitten* at the gym an *kitten* and just thinking it. How often do we deal with them in everyday life, but just ignore and think about our response? You never know what some people will do in this day and time…..it’s sad.
Allie, your game of Sardines sounds like fun for your dgd. Glad you are having this weekend.
Joyce, sorry you are off tomatoes for a whole week. Bummer.
Kelly, I think it’s great that you got the day off. I hope you enjoyed it.
CarolGA, it would be nice if you got on the jury for an interesting case.
Heather, that was a nice treat for your DH to cook for you. Mine never puts salt so I often have to add some to get flavor from his cooking. Lol
Margaret, glad you enjoyed the fair. Glad you can walk at a good rate, too.
Terry, I love the earrings.
Janetr, great ornaments. Those are terrific gifts.
Kay, I hope you feel better soon.
MicheleNC, this is just my opinion but….Of course you have to go to the shower! Why are you guys going to let that woman ruin it for all three of you???? You, Jess and Denise. I’m sure you know many of the guests and what would they think if you and/or Jess weren’t there?
Toni, know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Think of us sitting on your shoulder giving you strength. I have to believe you will feel such a relief after you tell him. ((((Hugs))))
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It was a beautiful day here. DH and I went to the Moose Lodge for their Labor Day celebration. DH had their buffet which was hamburgers, hotdogs, sausage and onions and a number of sides. I had a salad with chicken on it. I did have too many beers so got my calories there.
Sending love, good thoughts and cool sunshine to all of you.
I Love you
DJ
Myrtle Beach, SC
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Michele, go. I agree with DJ.
Rori, air show sounds fun.
Toni, We'll be there with you in spirit. Bravely go...
Janet, such gorgeousness...
Sorry the answers are short, on my phone, and hate the tiny keyboard.
Love y'all,
Lisa
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WildhorseWendy: I still eat the things DH & I both love, but I've had to put the recipes into a calorie counter and measure my portions so that I know how much I'm eating. In order to lose weight you want to lose & let your DH cook what he wants for dinner, you will likely need to measure your own portions & count your calories to stay within your goals. (Or exercise like crazy to work off the excess calories. )
Margaret: Congratulations on having your knee issues behind you!
Rori: Thanks for your kind words about the new grandbaby. We are all very excited and hoping for the best possible outcome. Congratulations on your plans to see the Thunderbirds in Colorado Springs. :bigsmile:
Terry: The earrings are gorgeous. :flowerforyou:
Michele: Putting in an appearance at the shower sends the right message IMHO. It is what I'd do. Good Luck with your decision. (((HUGS)))
I had a busy day today. I walked with DH while he used his new scooter in the neighborhood, including going to the grocery store a mile or so away. Then I harvested beans and pulled up the plants. It came out very well. I have a basket full of beans to freeze tomorrow, plus a small box of cherry tomatoes and a small container of blueberries. I'm eating the rest of the blueberries with my breakfasts until I run out. I've got plenty frozen. Not too shabby for the tiny amount of space in my flowerbeds. :bigsmile:
Katla in beautiful NW Oregon
Tibetan proverb: "The secret to living well and long is: Eat half, walk double, laugh triple and love without measure..."
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