WEIGHT NO MORE Team Chat - March 2020
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Pam, you are beautiful in both pics! I can see not only your body transformation between the two photos, but that confidence , self-care and athleticism really coming through in the 2nd pic!!
Here is my post from today’s challenge thread:
I was not going to post today about body transformation, but then I felt that I really wanted to honour how far I have come in recovering from my injury. A year ago, I was in pain and could not move much at all. It was hard because I went from running races to no movement beyond physio exercises. A year later, I am back to working out and running on a gradual return. I even signed up for my first race in June! I am not great with the side by side photos, but here is my midsection comparing my 19 lbs weight loss (I am not tall, 5’3”, so 19 lbs is a lot on me).
This one made me laugh because I am not only getting my running legs back, but my running booty!
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Steps
Sun: 11756
Mon: 11912
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I wanted to get out for a walk yesterday, it was beautiful out but we had a little family crisis that needed to be taken care of. Some kids that needed to be put in their place. Lol. They have me under so much stress if it wasn't for that baby I would put my foot up their *kitten*. My son needs to have surgery on his hand friday. Hopefully this helps and he only needs 1 and not 3 like they think.
My husband called told me he doesn't feel good. Thinks he has a fever and the coronavirus. I told him not to come home and he probably just has a man cold. I have a really bad headache but I think I will go to my zumba class so I dont have to listen to him for at least an hour. I know horrible wife, haha.
I am trying to get back in a routine this week especially with the weather getting nicer.4 -
Bit late on this one (sorry)! So, my allotments spark joy for me. I love it there. Sometimes it can seem rather daunting and when it is cold and wet it can take a bit to motivate me to get there, but once there, I really am in my happy place (especially when I am there by myself!). I also get a lot of satisfaction that everyday I eat something that I have grown (be it fresh or preserved in some way).
The photo at the bottom is a friend I made there last spring - kept me company for 3 hours ne day whilst I hand weeded. He kept checking the soil for worms/bugs and would fly off to his nest in the tree by my plot, deliver it to his family then would come back down to join me. He visited frequently over the space of a month.
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@xX_PhoenixRising_Xx thank you for your encouragement and support and @Cafelelia and @sleepymom5.
It did really frighten me. I had a good day today. The morning was rough because I was tired but I toughed it out and it got better. Went to the gym in the afternoon and felt great. I carried 44lbs about 2 miles on the treadmill. I was worried I couldn't do it although it was hard it felt great. Here is to having another good day tomorrow and figuring out a monday plan. I did think I am really jonesing for sugar maybe I need a spoonful sponsor. If I can't figure it out myself I may need some counselling.
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And for transformation - I am going for my hair! Last May I started using the Curly Girl method to look after my hair. I have not used traditional shampoo, brushed my hair or used any heat on my hair since starting this method. I went from straightening my hair most days (and generally ending up with a frizzball at the end of the day), so having for the most part curly hair. But what I like best is that my hair feels so much healthier, and takes far less time to do! Win win!
Before photo is late in the day after straightening (was trying out a wedding guest outfit 🙈) and the after is just now - very late in the day and after an hour in wind and rain at lunchtime!
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Phoebe112476
Week 2
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@sleepymom5 thank you for the advice - I have put in a couple of my more regular recipes, and I really should make more of an effort (as really it is a poor excuse not to track). I may well use your method when I find myself in that situation again. Oh, and dab transformation photos! Such a difference - well done!
@cafelelia fantastic running booty!
@amsandos glad you are having a better day today.
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Monday 3/9
Food: good
Water:64 oz
Exercise: 30 minute session with my trainer
I had slept really well but was still tired so after my session at the gym I got something to eat and then napped the evening away before work.
Tuesday 3/10
Food: good
Water: 48 oz
Exercise: 30 minute session with my trainer
Today I had to get up an hour earlier than normal for my haircut appointment. The lady who cuts my hair works at her kid's school part time and does hair part time out of her home. She's going to start full time at school and change her hours for haircuts. It will be in the evenings now, which will actually be better for me since then it won't interfere with my sleep schedule.
Since I didn't sleep enough today, I'll be napping before work again tonight.3 -
I am loving the photos!!! I had a very slow weekend. Spent most of the time in bed trying to recover. Still dragging this week. My daughter wants me to go for a second opinion on heart. She’s trying to find me another doctor. Long days at work. Hope to be more active someday soon4
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Transformation Tuesday - One piece of you transformed
Post a photo or describe one aspect of your transformation on this healthy journey. This could be about weight loss or building muscles, but it could be about anything. Maybe you changed your hair, makeup or clothes. Maybe you have discovered changes in your skin, posture or some aspect of your health. Show or tell us about what has changed!
I did a little thing with my hair, you like?
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Sorry I’ve been slacking... out of town for family wedding yea! Parents house back up sewage today... boo! And waiting to hear if my sons university is also going to be going to online for the rest of the semester, if so moving his stuff out of his dorm, storing it and flying him back home from the East Coast. Plane reservations, storage unit all on hold!
Late weigh in....
JillyBT
Monday weigh in
Week 2
PW 158
CW 158
No tracking or exercise last few days
Tomorrow I get back into a routine by starting at the gym!
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Love the photos... here's my transformation one. I have a lot that show my huge weight loss, but it feels a bit phoney since I've gained weight back. Other than to inspire me because I know what I can achieve!
My skin, however, had a bit of a change last year 🙃😁 This was my 40th birthday present to myself. It took 17 ish hours over 9 months, mainly because of all the colour and detail. And healing, and cost lol! Fully custom.2 -
User ID: Freeglerock
Week Number: 2
Previous weight: 195.4
Current weight: 193.0
Not quite back to where I was at the beginning of February, but getting closer :-)4 -
Tuesday steps 10,1812
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@xX_PhoenixRising_Xx Your tattoo is just beautiful. Thank you for sharing.
@KUMEcyclingteam love the hair! Have you been following the Curly Girl method too? 😉
@JillyBT sounds like a busy time! How long before you know if the university is going online? Over here in the UK very little is being closed at the moment (and all school and universities are business as usual).2 -
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@Mrsbell8well take it slow while you recuperate. You had major surgery and even though it is hard to slow down, it will pay off.
I will need to listen to myself about this too. Last week I was feeling "off". My whole belly just felt strange with a "frame" of pain off and on. I saw a doctor Friday, had a CT, was diagnosed with liver cancer. Yesterday saw a surgeon who ordered another CT and more blood work. Results aren't in yet on the CT but the rest were normal!!
I get a biopsy soon then start 4 - 6 months of chemo before possible surgery.
No I have not cried yet - still trying to process this.
I would like to stay in touch here so may need to get moved to the cheer squad in a week or two. The good side of this is I WILL reach my goal weight sooner than later
Moral of my story: Pay attention to what your body is trying to tell you!!! I thought I had a strange virus or something NOT CANCER9 -
@pacsnc6 so sorry to hear your news. Sending a big hug. So true that you need to pay attention to your body. xx1
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@pacsnc6 - I am so sorry about your diagnosis. I am praying for you and send you a huge hug today. You are so right about what are bodies say to us. Please rest and take good care of yourself. As soon you want to move to cheer squad just let us know. We are here to support you and please post whenever you want to, but particularly in those moments when you need encouragement and support.1
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Tuesday 3/10
Food: Good but went over with drinking
Water: 64 oz
Exercise: 15 minute walk
Yesterday just was a little crazy. I totally forgot I had a dentist appointment (finally got that crown) so I had to cut Charlie's walk short. As I was walking into the dentist I got my 23 and me results back which was a Christmas present to my husband and me from the kids. It has been so busy I haven't even gotten to look into them and I have been so curious! Then I found out Mary Kate's University is closed until 3/30 and then all classes will be online. They will not be going back on campus. She is not happy but I am not going to lie, neither am I lol! She is on spring break now so I guess the extra time is for them to get all the classes ready to go online. I wish they were prepared like @rundgrenrocks school was so they could go right back into classes when break was over. I guess everything with this virus is so new that no one is really sure how to handle things. To get back to my day , Shannon decided that we should have her birthday dinner at the bar last minute. It worked well because Jim is going away today. I did well with food but not the alcohol. I am going to take time and journal about all this and get right back on track. My husband decided he will still go on his trip to New York to see the basketball games. I am not sure if it is March madness? I think going to NYC and being on the train and in Madison Square Garden is a little risky but he does this every year and only one friend declined. Ok, I have to run. For Shannon's birthday we are going to the outlets. At least I will get some walking in. Hope everyone has a good day!
@cafeleia You can see the difference in those two pics! And you made me lol with the little runner bootie! Looking good my friend!
@xX_PhoenixRising_Xx Wow! That tattoo is amazing! How beautiful! I think someone would have to be pretty talented to draw that on paper let alone someone's arm.
@ljdanny I am glad that you were able to get things sorted out. You are so good with the baby and having them at your home but sometimes kids seem to take things for granted. Another surgery for your poor son. I hope it is only 1 also. He has already been through so much. You made me laugh about your husband. MK thought she had the flu last week and I told her to stay at school. She already infected her roommate. I knew she didn't have it but she was shocked I didn't run up and get her. Lol! I see you got to zumba so at least you had a little break with your hubs. My husband is the same way. I have told him I had patients who were in the ICU who didn't complain nearly as much as him. Lol! Hope he is feeling better soon and no coronavirus.
@Freeglerock I love that you have that allotment to garden in. I have no where to garden, I wonder if they have something like that near me. I love the cute little visitor too.
I have some serious hair envy with you! You look beautiful in both pics but I do love how your curls are so defined in the second. Nice loss by the way! You will be back where you were in no time! You had a great week!
@phoebe112476 Nice loss! Hope all is well with you!
@tryingagain5 Looks like you had two good days! You are in a great routine!
@Mrsbell8well I am sorry to hear you are not feeling well. Hope you can rest and take care of yourself. I am glad your daughter is looking for a second opinion.
@KUMEcyclingteam Lol! What a lovely transformation with the hair. The flowers are a nice touch!
@JillyBT Looks like the colleges are leaning that way. I bet you know in a couple of days what will happen. Ugh! Sorry about the sewage at your parent's place. Always something...
@GingerPwr Nice loss!
@pacsnc6 I am so sorry to hear about your diagnosis, I know that is something no one wants to hear. I am glad you did get yourself to the doctor and didn't wait any longer. Good thing is you know and can get started on treatment. I am glad you want to stay with us through this. Let us know when you want to go on the cheer squad. The advice you gave Angelina is good for all of us to hear. Sending prayers and hugs.
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Today's Moderator's Photo challenge-
Workout Wednesday - Your workout or movement essential
Let us know about one essential item or aspect of your workout or movement. Workout equipment or gear may come to mind, but it could be a place, or an item such as a dog leash or a pair of sunglasses.
Lately Charlie is essential for my workout! We have actually increased our speed so I needed to add more distance to our route!
Share here, on the link below or both!
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Good morning everyone,
Yesterday was busy and the remainder of the week will be as well. I did not follow plan yesterday, but I am not going to sweat it. My shoulder is still a bit sore, but at least I have my range of motion back. Hockey season is pretty much over as my younger son’s team was eliminated from the playoffs last night. I feel exhausted today from the stress and excitement, and am looking forward to a break. I have decided to take my trip to Phoenix. I am healthy (so is my family), have travel health insurance, and I checked all of the government information, number of cases here and in Phoenix (both relatively low), plane disinfection and air filtering protocols etc. The flight is only half full and I expect many of the passengers will be retirees who are wearing masks. I am staying with my friend (who is healthy), so not be in a hotel or large resort. So unless something changes by Friday morning, I have just decided to go ahead.
@sleepymom5 - Sorry about not doing well with the alcohol yesterday. I think that journaling about it is a great idea. I am not surprised about MK’s university closing and going online. I think that a lot of institutions are now taking this precaution. I predict that the elementary and high schools will do the same thing in April after March break is over, or they may just cut the school year short. And I was complaining about those strike days! My 13 year old will be fine with online learning, but it will not be easy with my 9 year old. Btw, Charlie is adorable!
@GingerPwr - Nice loss!
@Freeglerock - Fantastic progress and you are doing great! I love your curly hair and also your outfit in the straight hair photo! You will have to update us on your garden as growing season continues.
@xX_PhoenixRising_Xx - Gorgeous ink!! My husband is really into it and has half sleeves and all of his upper back done. So funny because he is a lawyer and his clients would never guess (not that most would care these days)! Anyway, based on what I have seen with him, I completely get how much time your ink would have taken, including the healing.
@JillyBT - Your busy stuff just does not stop. If you sons are coming home, hope that it all goes smoothly. Try to get some self-care in when you can!
@KUMEcyclingteam - That hair suits you! And I have to say your fashion sense is awesome!
@Mrsbell8well - Hope you are doing ok and good luck getting your second opinion.
@tryingagain5 - Your consistency and dedication to those workouts are just amazing!
@phoebe112476 - Nice loss!!
@amsandos - Am very glad that you had a good day yesterday. I cannot imagine carrying anything on a treadmill!
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amsandos
Week 2
PW 157
CW 157
I will take a STS to be honest I don't deserve it but I am happy with it. After I finished teaching my school I wanted to have a biscuit but I got distracted and the urge passed. I did have a controlled portion of peanuts. I am satisfied which almost never happens. My neck and shoulders are so sore after my work out yesterday. I have swimming later today. Wednesday is always a long day because of training. Here's to completing another good day.
Thinking out loud not being able to sleep did really frighten me and has cause a bit of a shift in my motivation. I have gained a new resolve which has come from my fear. They say there are two reasons for doing anything fear and need. Although I think maybe desire rather than need - I really do anything because I feel I have to, in fact the opposite. My desire to be slim has never been that strong excecpt when I was getting married but my fear of ending up like family members that have had strokes and struggled with obsesity... should be a different story. In the past, the watershed was that I had gestational diabetes and had to do blood tests several times a day and I absolutely hated it. The memory has faded and bad habits have crept back in. When I went back to work after having my daughter I was working from home so in control. Then I moved to being in an office more when I was closer to home and part time I was bad but not terrible.... but this job. I have really struggled to find my slim self motivation in this new place. I think it is because the pace is so intense and time is so precious.
I am starting to see that where my fitness goals needed to be a challenge in the past to motivate me, I have enough challenge in my life and my fitness goals need to be more affirmative, nutring, fun and relaxing. I need to find a way of convincing myself that being fit and healthy is my indulgence. It is nourishment not punishment. I acutally felt hungry around lunch time and that was good because I have been over stuffing myself and not getting hungry. I am going to figure this out.
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tryingagain5
Wednesday
PW: 187.8
CW: 186.8
Loss: 1
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@pacsnc6 Big hugs to you, I'm so sorry to hear your diagnosis.
@Freeglerock Your hair looks awesome. My teenage daughter has long curls and she hates them, her hair always goes frizzy or pouffy - I might look up the Curly Girl method for her.
@sleepymom5 Charlie looks like a good walking buddy! Interesting about colleges going online - the Corona Virus hasn't had that much impact here so far, we've only had 5 cases in the country. A lot of talk and planning for if it gets worse however.
@Cafelelia People don't expect me to have ink either, since I work in a professional job. Luckily I'm at a point in my career where it doesn't matter at all, and I can cover my various tats if I need to anyway.
@amsandos You sound like you're working through things. I had gestational diabetes with my twins, one of my worries is developing Type 2. It was a big motivator to lose weight before, but not enough on its own to combat my ED. I actually did see several psychologists and had counselling when I started struggling in maintenance, and then after I had gained weight back. The first one wasn't that helpful, but others were.
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I thought you might like to see my sweaty self after my epic 40 min walk with 44lbs on my shoulders. Swimming today felt good. I got promoted into a faster lane. I😁 someone bought cookies for me to eat but input some of them in a box to take home and the rest to the volunteers. Feeling pretty proud of myself.2
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