WEIGHT NO MORE TEAM CHAT - JULY 2019
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Daily check in for Tuesdayday
Food on track
Water lots
Exercise 30 minute walk
Steps 11273
Yesterday at work I pretty much have gotten everything all the loose ends wrapped up. I do not want to leave my current boss with a lot of stuff that is left undone. Although I don't like his work ethic he has always been very good to me. So I don't want to be mean. I am just really excited to get moving on this new adventure. I wish I could start tomorrow. After I get done at work, I came home we had chicken salad wraps for dinner and I had my counseling session. It's going slowly like anything else. But slow and steady wins the race. So I am further ahead now than I was. I'll catch up with everybody a little later. I've got to go take my walk.5 -
Today we are going on a hike for Robins birthday. I need to get going to make s’more brownies and hummus wraps. Very excited. Skylynn will be joining us. 6 miles. A little nervous about bears and ticks but the fun and beauty make it worth the risk. We have bug spray.
Had a perfect fun day with mom yesterday. She got the cutest haircut from my hairdresser. We went to lunch, to the library, post office and 7 stores plus I got a pedicure. Most of those stores were quickies. I had a large bag of returns.
@nstephenson01 loved the pic and the poodle story. What a wonderful hike.
@gingerpwr I have missed you. Thanks for the picture and the update. Enjoy Montana. Sounds like your having fun.
Thanks team for all the congrats. I really appreciate all the love and support! I truly count you all as my best tool for success. You’ve kept me going when it would have been easy to quit.
I have been thinking of all the time and energy we put into weight loss day after day, month after month, year after year. What will you do when you hit goal? That energy has to go somewhere. Would we get even fitter, have more fun, write a book...explore a new goal instead of the same old monotonous one we have held onto for so long???
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Daily check in for Tuesday
Food logged and over
Water 64 oz
Exercise 30 minute walk
Steps 6,306 steps
Not too bad of a day yesterday. Wish I had gotten out and got more exercise but today is a new day. I am getting out early today. I am meeting family for dinner in Atlantic City for dinner. I already have my day planned as far as food. I am also going to drive so I won't drink more than one drink. Should be fun and it forces me to get everything done early. Have a great day everyone!
@GingerPwr Thanks for checking in. We missed you! Enjoy your trip! I have never been in that part of the country.
@Mrsbell8well I am so excited for you! You have certainly worked hard. Congratulations!
@cyndiesstuff You are really making life changes that are going to change your life for the better. I know it isn't easy but it will be worth it! Hugs!3 -
Tuesday Check In
Food - great!
Water - great!
Exercise - 12,000+ steps and yoga
I made a plan yesterday and I achieved everything on the plan. (yay!!)
Today's plan is already written as well as a question (from F2F):
Tonight, how do I want to feel? I want to feel like I accomplished all my goals for today and had a very productive work day.
I love this question, what a great positive way to start the day! And of course, I don't want to let myself down especially when it is written down. I know from experience if I think something like "today will be a good day" and I screw up I am really really good at forgetting what I committed to myself. BUT...writing it down is different. It's there!
@Mrsbell8well - happy 1st day of maintenance! Now part 2 of the adventure starts!! Congratulations - you worked so hard to get to this point!!
@nstephenson01 - wow what a fun day yesterday and an adventure with poodles!
@GingerPwr - Glad you are having a fun trip in Montana! I have never been there but it's on the bucket list! I am very partial to Wyoming, my gosh I just love all the sagebrush everywhere. Once the house is paid off, then some fun trips will start up for us! Have a fun time and stay safe!!
@amsandos - good job avoiding the snacks! In F2F, they mention about not being scared with feeling hunger. It's ok to be a little uncomfortable. I always thought it was just me, but apparently not, but I truly am scared of being hungry. I figured it was in my genes from paleolithic days. Maybe not, maybe it's normal! Anyhow, when I feel hungry now I remember it's ok to be uncomfortable and I'm not going to die (so much drama!!) Have another successful day!!
@cyndiesstuff - good job finishing strong. Your reputation will follow you to the new job as being professional and getting her work done!!
@sleepymom5 - Hi Pam! Have a good day!
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@GingerPwr that is beautiful! Enjoy your trip!
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@Mrsbell8well Congrats! I am so happy for you! Good luck with Maintenance! I am looking forward to seeing how you do with maintaining your weight. I have been at goal, but always have trouble staying there, I am determined to get there!!!
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Barbb1557
Week 2
PW 254.4
CW 251.6
Change 2.8 pounds
Check in its been a tough week. I struggle with depression and it has beat me down this week. I am proud of myself for not turning to food, the easy fix, but guilt producing.5 -
Hello all & Happy Hump Day!
I am feeling good, back on track once again. I have been on point with 18:6 IF, WW points & my workouts. Been eating healthy foods and getting my workouts done. Got my elliptical workout done after work last night, then had a light dinner. Planned out my food for the day, going to workout when I get home. I have been walking during my lunch hour so my daily step counts have been good, yesterday was over 22K! The scale was down another 2 pounds this morning. I should have a nice loss this week. 2 weeks exactly until I leave for Vegas, so I am really trying to challenge myself to drop as much as possible by then. I do not have plans this weekend, so I should be able to stay on track. The weekends tend to screw me up, but I am determined to do well all weekend. I have done it in the past, even with plans, I can do it!
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@Mrsbell8well you know what you say is so totally true. why when we eat like crap for 2 days does it take a week or more to get it back off. it really makes a day a crappy eating not worth it. and I know first hand how easy it is to climb back up the scale. I have been maintaining for some time, just not maintaining where I would like. I am following you twinsie! I am coming! I just got side tracked for a bit. and you tell molly I said congrats on the weight loss. she is a rock star too!! omgoshhhh and you have met your goal. I knew you would. I am dancing all around the office. passers by are staring and I don't care. Angelina made it people. she set a goal and she did it. wooooo whoooooo. and careful bears like skinny girls!! lol.
@phoebe112476 your consistency is commendable. you just keep plugging away. good job at the loss this week lady.
@lennoncpa and you are right, you should not get on the scale every day if it makes you feel bad. and like you I am only 5 foot tall. and our tdee is low because of that. do you weigh and measure your food? do you pay attention to the macros and sodium? are you going thru menopause? there are so many things that could be accounting for your fluctuations. and I would not recommend going under 1200 calories. its a tough gig. maybe try being more active during the day. pacing at work. and getting up and moving. have you had a physical recently? did they check all your hormones?
@sleepymom5 you have got a crazy busy day planned. not time for snacking. good job. and antihistamine does the exact opposite to me. it's like a caffeine buzz. and I am with you in spirit pam. you are going to do this. this is our last time we are going to lose this weight. as long as we never quit we never fail.
@carlsoda hahahha and you got ole lady eyes! me too! oh well, it's Gods Plan!! and you laugh about the drug test but I hadn't heard from home office and I thought they lost it some where. I felt nervous about asking! like I was a druggie or something. lol and when my days is done tonite I want to feel accomplished. I want to add day 3 to my string of days of compulsive overeating abstinence.
@kirsten11872 glad to hear you back at it lady. good job never giving up the good fight!!
@amsandos make sure if your getting hungry , that when you sit down to your meals your still eating slowly and mindfully. seeeee? and that's my problem where I am at now, I am sooo bored at work and I have nothing to take my mind off it!! can't wait to start my new job. and lol I don't think you would look good in a size 2. tooo skinny.
@nstephenson01 that water fall is beautiful. and I can just see you with all the pups! what a great outing. ohhh see? you planning ahead. you are so different today then you were when we first started. and I have done that often. go to bed early that is. many times that is why you want a snack any ways because you are tired. yes, winter is on its way and we need to be prepared this year. and I do remember when you were living in that rv. after that, you had quit for a while and I was soooo glad when you came back to us. it really is a journey. and like you I am not a knitter or a crafter. but I am going to start searching now. we need to be ready.
@GingerPwr omgosh are you and @nstephenson01 taking pictures of the same waterfalls? that is a beautiful picture, I am glad you are having fun.
@Barbb1157 I struggle with depression as well. hang in there. you can do this. this is a very nice loss, good job not turning to food. it won't fix the problem it only compounds it. keep with us and if you need to vent come here and tell us. many of us have very similar struggles. keep up the good work.
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Old habits are hard to break and easy to slip back into. This is why in weight loss every single time DOES matter because every single time you’re either reinforcing the old, adverse habit or the new, helpful habit. Don’t be fooled by your primitive brain telling you one time doesn't matter – this time does matter! Make the right choice today. Choose the healthy, helpful habit. It's just one day. You can do this today.
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@amsandos that is so true! I do IF and look forward to my first bite of food, it always tastes so good!
@cyndiesstuff good luck with your new job! Very exciting! Glad your counseling is going well and you are keeping busy with your garden!
@Barbb1557 sorry you are going through a tough time! I hope you are able to get help with your depression!0 -
I just caught up with all the posts from July! I was determined to read each & every one! 4
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Daily Check In: Tuesday
Food: Pre-logged but ended up over
Water: Plenty
Exercise & steps: 8 mile hike; 24,218 steps
Had a good, productive day. Felt energetic into the evening but fell into the "I'm especially hungry but I should be because of my long hike so I'll just have a 2nd helping"... Blah. After patting myself on the back for a good start to the week, I blew it and my weight is WAY up this morning. Can't out walk my mouth! Hope its just sore muscles retaining water. Tomorrow is weigh in day so we'll just have to see.
My afternoon appointment with the pest service just called to see if he could come early. Yippee... won't be a long day after all. Had to call the pest service Monday as I have ants coming in through the ceiling. Log homes are fun said no one ever. Eeek... hate bugs. Hope he finds the cause of the problem.
@gingerpower79 Welcome to Montana! I hope you have a wonderful vacation!4 -
My start date for my transfer is July 29th!! I can't wait8
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I just realized I haven't checked in for several days
We're having a busy vacation on the seaside with relatives and 2 kids (2 and 6 years), and I'm trying to catch up with some work...
So to sum it up:
I went through my nephew's birthday and 3 days of the vacation, staying mostly on track. I had a little sweet and 2 late night snacks. Drank enough water. I also did 5 km run, about 1 hour of swimming and 2 - 3 hours of walking. I should start spending more time for exercising. On the bright side we're staying in a 3 floor villa. The living room is on the first floor and our bedroom is on the 3rd. So everyday I have to climb the stairs many times
I'm not sure I'll be able to weigh in on Friday. I haven't seen a gym or a street scale yet. So is it possible to move my weigh-in day to Sunday, for this week only?5 -
@cyndiesstuff so exciting! I'm so happy for you! Good luck as you start this new chapter!
@Moarrein enjoy your vacation! Just walk up and down the stairs a ton of times and you will burn lots of calories, lol.1 -
@cyndiesstuff good luck on the next chapter of life. A new job is exciting.
@Mrsbell8well congrats on the weight loss. I know you will do well in maintenance.
I have been doing well with my food choices and logging a few times I forgot to complete my diary but at least I had the food logged. I have been doing a lot of walking on the different rail trails. I am sitting at my son's work right now, he's a mechanic, he's checking over my car before I go on vacation. He asked me if I was going to sit inside or go walk the rail trail behind his work. I told him nicely he was an *kitten*. He should have told me there was a trail, I would have wore my workout clothes and walked for miles. We laughed and now I'm just stuck sitting in a smelly garage waiting area but at least I know for next time. Hopefully I have a little loss on the scale tomorrow. I'll take anything.
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@cyndiesstuff you and I seem to have a lot in common. We live pretty close to each other and we are both only 5 feet tall!! That’s so funny 😀2
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User ID: Cyndiesstuff
Week Number: Week 2
Previous weight: 154.5
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@lennoncpa I did the master cleanse once ages ago. That’s impressive you maintained for 3 years. Hang in there and keep tweaking till you find what works.
@sleepymom5 you asked about mom’s condition. It’s on the days of dialysis after her treatments. But fortunately yesterday’s was tolerable. We requested an early treatment tomorrow so we can head to our 3 day beach vacation right after. Hopefully she will be ok. She looks great most of the time. Those treatments save her life but also kick her butt.
@cyndiesstuff so glad you have a start date.
@Moarrein sounds like your having a lovely little vacation and lots of exercise. Happy for you.
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Yesterday we went on a 6 mile hike. 9 year old Skylynn did awesome. Robin did great in her new hiking shoes. Molly struggled pretty badly. We went down a few miles then up and up and up. It took us 3 1/2 hours. Poor Molly. She had to stop and rest every few minutes. It was a hard climb and hard for me to start and stop with her. Mentally it was a challenge we just kept seeing more and more mountain going up. Molly chose this hike but underestimated her ability. But that’s life. Sometimes things are unbearably hard and you have to put one foot in front of the other and keep moving no matter how hard it is to take that next step.
When we finished my clothes were drenched in sweat. Robin had a great time and can’t wait to do it again. I promised Molly one year from now we would both be in such great shape that we would sail up that mountain. I logged my highest step count and hit 20k for the first time.
When we got home mom and dad had a birthday feast with tostados, Spanish rice, dads pinto beans, homemade salsa and quacamole. Delicious!!!
Today we’re doing another 10 minute bike ride, then I will do my yoga, some house cleaning, and I have a massage this afternoon then relax by the pool before packing for our vacation.
I am counting down to retirement. 5 years...maybe 3. I love this life. I’m ready.
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Daily check in for Wednesday
Food on track
Water lots
Exercise 2 - 30 minute walks
Steps 12198
Yesterday was really exciting. I got a call from my new boss. he just wanted to make sure i was still coming. oh it makes me feel so good knowing i am needed there. i am finally going to be able to utilize my skills. i have had 3 good days in a row. day 3 on my string of days meeting my goals. it was a challenge last evening. jim left for the farm and that is usually my que to start eating. i finally found my willingness to use my tools. instead of eating, i took Mack for a walk. my neighbor was out sitting in her yard and we stopped and joined her for a while. she had her lemonaid and i had my orange infused water and mackie had his portable bowl that if filled with her hose. i did it. phew! what a great day! i am eating when i am hungry and stopping when i am satisfied. ive got this. I need to catch up to @Mrsbell8well !! i am very happy with my maintain. with all i have been going thru i am happy that i have not gained anymore weight. i am not comfortable here. i am going to lose this weight. i am working on building the cyndie that when i do lose this weight she will be able to keep it off. i have to help her fix the thinking that no longer serves her.
@kirsten11872 lol, that is a lot of posts lady!! good job staying commited. i am so happy you are here with us.
@nstephenson01 you are right. you cannot out exercise a bad diet. you just get right back on track girl. and remember, your second helping was a blessing. it gives you the opportunity to learn. it was faulty thinking at its finest!! the fact was you had an 8 mile hike, facts you cannot change. your thought was my body needs extra food, not a fact. the result was you overate. change your thoughts and change the result. maybe instead think, this hungry feeling is my bodys way of telling me good job for your hard work. it is ok to be hungry. my body will use stored fat for fuel. ohhh thats good that the pest guy came early. freed up your day.
@Moarrein no problem i will get you excused. if you find a scale fine if not just give it to us next week. you vacation sounds amazing. have fun and live life to the fullest by taking the best care of yourself!!
@ljdanny this new job will be a major player in creating the new me. it is a amazing occasion. heres to hoping for a loss today for you!!
@lennoncpa and we are both a couple of cuties too!! we should get together sometime.
ok peps... i know summer is busy but you need to make time for your weight loss goals. come here and share. we will do this together. take 5 minutes to come here and read and share. a good support system is a valuable tool to have in your bag of tricks!!
lets try this teammates! 7 days. come on join me. tell me how your doing it!!
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Birthday hiking s’mores brownies, big run loop trail at Skyline Drive which includes part of the AT.6 -
@cyndiesstuff I am really proud of you for using your tools. That’s it. Just one day at a time! I’m waiting for you. I need some company on this maintenance journey. I’m wondering over the next year who else will hit their goal and join us?2
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Things settling back towards routine now that we have moved and finished our two different summer vacations. I still have much to unpack and settle into this house - but it is coming. Back to yoga classes. Staying on track with my eating and weight loss during time of transition off strict calorie counting (very grateful for this!). By the time August rolls around I should be mostly settled. I am looking forward to it!
Regarding the 7 day No Junk Food challenge: I am committed to eating things I love and without “dieting” during this journey. Surely I was eating too much but now I eat fast food and chocolate and cake and chips - nearly one of these each day. It has been important to me to eat the same way I will for life during this time of weight loss. So today I am challenging this team to find the balance, avoid deprivation, and continue doing what works for you.
*** I so appreciate @cyndiesstuff and am very aware we are all our own journey, just wanted to share part of mine.4 -
Nstephenson01
Thursday
Week 2
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CW: 167.44 -
@Mrsbell8well ohhh I want a brownie!! they look amazing. they don't fit in my no junk food challenge tho. for now, I am going to get rid of my trigger foods. and that brownie would be one. I would so luv to go on that hike with you. it looks amazing! and as usual skylynn is the most gorgeous of the bunch!! she has your smile!!
@phoebe112476 and like you, I am not into deprivation. deprivation was part of the reason my eating disorder came back. but..... I do know these foods trigger lots of people. so with this challenge, I am not depriving myself. I am replacing my trigger foods with healthier options, that I like just as well. and you are so right balance and moderation is key. I will never give up pizza. I have learned to eat that with moderation and it is one of my joy foods. you are doing so great on your journey! I appreciate your input! and your challenge is a great challenge too!
@nstephenson01 ohhh yeah!! there you go. cyndies doing the happpy dance. nice loss there lady. but.... don't let this loss make you think you can eat more than your body needs tho. if you are full you are full!.5 -
Hello all!
I had another successful day yesterday! I was going to make tacos, rice, beans & cabbage salad for the family for dinner last night. I went shopping right after work to buy the stuff I needed, found out my older son was working until 9:30, my hubby had to go work on some stuff and my youngest went to his friend's house to swim. All the stuff went into the fridge, I will cook everything this weekend. I wound up making a sandwich and did my workout. It was getting late, I did not workout until 8:30 pm, but I pushed myself because I knew I would regret not doing it.
I packed my food for today and I am planning on going to the gym after work. My son's best friend's father tragically passed away last week, tonight is the wake. I am going to pay my respects and head to the gym after. I really do not want to miss my workout, I have been on a good streak. Trying to keep it going!
@Mrsbell8well your pictures look awesome! Looks like a great hike and those s'mores look divine!!! I am hoping I will be on maintenance soon, hopefully by the end of the summer.
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Daily check in for Wednesday
Food didn't log, made mostly good choices
Water 64 oz plus
Exercise 30 minute walk and 30 min bike ride
Steps 9,421 steps
I just have been in a slump. I do well in the morning and then Idk what happens. My weight has gone up as a result. I was thinking about it yesterday and I realized that I am not really planning anymore. It has gone to more of a to do list. I did really well when I plan my days and my food. I am starting with that today and hopefully being successful will give me the momentum I need to get back on track and be totally committed. I had a good time at dinner last night. I ate 3/4 of my meal but I think I need to take it back even more when I eat out because the servings are so big. On the plus side though, I could have eaten the whole meal and stopped. I wasn't stuffed after but I did feel pretty full. Still figuring this all out. Today I need to get some stuff done around the house. I also am hoping it isn't too hot when the tide comes in to kayak. I love doing that. It is going to be a quiet weekend too so I will have no problem staying on track. Just Mary Kate, Nicole(my oldest) and my niece Ali who is like my 6th child. Nicole and Ali like to eat healthy so I am going to plan some healthy meals for the weekend. Ok, off I go! Have a wonderful day everyone!
@carlsoda I like that question - at the end of the day how do I want to feel? That is something I need to start doing. You have really been on a roll with everything! You are truly making it a lifestyle.
@kirsten11872 You are doing awesome! You are going to hit those goals! It is hard to fit everything into our busy lives but it is important to make ourselves a priority. Sorry about your son's friend's father. How sad(and scary to know how your life can change in an instant.)
@barb1157 First of all, awesome loss! It is especially great that you didn't turn to food during your bad week. I hope things are better this coming week for you. Do you see anyone for your depression? We are here for you if you need anything. Hugs!
@cyndiesstuff What a great evening you had! I am so happy you used your tools and ended up having a nice time. What a great feeling too-no guilt or beating yourself up. July 29th is my husband's birthday! You must be happy to have a date now!
@nstephenson01 Nice loss! Your hikes are amazing and to think you do them frequently just shows what great shape you are in. You know, you may be hungrier after a hike. If you are truly hungry, eat a little more. Your body may need it. Just when I think your life is pretty cool-you say that you live in a log home! Besides the little ant problem which will be taken care of, that must be pretty awesome! Keep up the great work!
@Moarrein Sounds like you are having a lovely vacation and doing well during it. Thanks for checking in!
@ljdanny Nice loss! You have really been doing well and the scale is reflecting that! (you didn't post yet but I saw it on my newsfeed Lol!) . Nice to know that there is a trail by your son too. Sounds like you are having a good summer!
@Mrsbell8well Good idea to get your Mom's treatment early so you can go on vacation. A beach vacation will be so nice for everyone. Keeping her in my prayers that she can enjoy. I love your pictures from the hike! Looks like a fun day! Did you ever hear of geocaching? Look it up, Skylynn especially may like it. I was thinking the same thing with Molly, you should do it again in a year and she will see how far she has come. The heat doesn't help either.
@phoebe112476 I am glad that things are settling down a bit now. You had busy few months. You really have been able to take everything in stride and not let it effect your weight loss. You really are an inspiration! I am glad you are getting back to yoga. I know you loved it!4 -
I almost forgot...Today I am going to pay attention to my hunger. I don't think I am really hungry as much as I think I am. I have been eating on a schedule and my food is planned. I am just going to pay attention today and eat when I am hungry, not because it is a meal time. Hopefully I can tweek my plan and take some things out. Wish me luck Lol!4
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