DOWNSIZERS Team Chat - April 2020
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charlottemilton
Week 2
Past weight: 247.5
Current weight 248
I did not finish the sewing room but did get started with real paint instead of just primer.
Goal: Finish the sewing room
Get treadmill set up
Walk my first mile3 -
Never mind. I was confused about something.0
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I found some more videos on YouTube that you can use to get those steps in from the comfort and safety of your home. No excuses !!
https://youtu.be/HKG5itQTbwU
https://youtu.be/kxsglta7Wtg
https://youtu.be/4xLUNBenfUs
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weigh in gharvey2753
Previous: 166.2
Current 165.2
Going in the right direction again im amazed. Currently 0.2 ibs behind where i wanted to be looking to lose 2 ibs this week by watching what im eating, cutting down on the junk at night and getting out most days for at least 10,000 steps.6 -
Zuzu_smartypants
Previous weight 142
Current weight 141
Sorry I should have posted yesterday 😕4 -
Daily Check-In:
Yesterday:
Steps: 7691
Goals
1. Listen to sermon with Hubby: yes
2. 6500 steps: yes
3. Rest when needed: yes, probably more than needed.
4. Watch for bored snacking and do something else: I didn't do anything else to divert my attention, but I didn't eat between meals except one snack.
5. Put my phone down for a while and focus on life around me: Yes I left my phone at home when hubby and I went on a drive, so I could focus on what we were seeing and the sermon we listened to as we drove.
Today's goals:.
1. Get my morning routine done right away.
2. Core workout video.
3. 7000 steps
4. Sew for at least 2 hours
5. Rest when needed.
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Daily Check-in
Today's Goals
Log all food and beverages honestly
Drink at least 8 cups of water
Do morning stretches
Do at least 2 5 minute walking sessions
Try one new exercise video for seated senior exercise
Find one thing funny and share it
Call sister to stay in touch
Get outside if weather permits
Finally got outside yesterday for about 15 minutes. Was sitting in chair in my driveway just soaking up some sun when my neighbor came outside. She put a chair on her sidewalk and we hollered across the road at each other for about 10 minutes. I swear it's the first time I've spoken to a real person in at least two weeks. It was wonderful!!
Stay safe everyone! Have a good day.
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Sunday check in
Calories: over
Exercise: 45 minute walk
Water: too much tea and coffee!
Steps 4/5 6,449 (so close to challenge goal)
I need your guys help. I am going through a lot of stress right now as we all are. I am looking for a guided meditation/relaxation app for my iPad. Anyone have a suggestion for a good one? I wouldn’t mind paying a little if it is worth it. The last few days I have been eating my feelings so I thought when I get the urge to overeat I can turn to the app.
Today’s goals
1. Walk 40 minutes
2. log all my food
3. Stay within calorie goal
4. Reach walking challenge step goal
5. 8 cups of water2 -
chassp8pooh wrote: »SW: 210
PW: 208.6
CW: 209.4
It's odd. I've gained almost a pound but I'm leaning way out. Need to ramp up my activity 😂
Have you had any meals with increased sodium? I had pizza last night and I am up 3 pounds this morning. Definitely did not gain 3 pounds of fat.1 -
mari_moulin wrote: »
I found some more videos on YouTube that you can use to get those steps in from the comfort and safety of your home. No excuses !!
Love these no excuses videos!1 -
gharvey2753 wrote: »weigh in gharvey2753
Previous: 166.2
Current 165.2
Going in the right direction again im amazed. Currently 0.2 ibs behind where i wanted to be looking to lose 2 ibs this week by watching what im eating, cutting down on the junk at night and getting out most days for at least 10,000 steps.
Way to go on the loss!2 -
zuzu_smartypants wrote: »Zuzu_smartypants
Previous weight 142
Current weight 141
Sorry I should have posted yesterday 😕
Awesome loss!2 -
lindamtuck2018 wrote: »Sunday check in
Calories: over
Exercise: 45 minute walk
Water: too much tea and coffee!
Steps 4/5 6,449 (so close to challenge goal)
I need your guys help. I am going through a lot of stress right now as we all are. I am looking for a guided meditation/relaxation app for my iPad. Anyone have a suggestion for a good one? I wouldn’t mind paying a little if it is worth it. The last few days I have been eating my feelings so I thought when I get the urge to overeat I can turn to the app.
Today’s goals
1. Walk 40 minutes
2. log all my food
3. Stay within calorie goal
4. Reach walking challenge step goal
5. 8 cups of water
Linda have you tried doing TaiChi? My psychiatrist asked me to start this to help me with stress and stress eating. Honesty I haven’t really gotten much into it but maybe it’s an idea for you?2 -
lindamtuck2018 wrote: »Have you had any meals with increased sodium? I had pizza last night and I am up 3 pounds this morning. Definitely did not gain 3 pounds of fat.
Yes! I had 1-1/2 c Chow Mein last night that DGD prepared. I thought the sodium was 200-something. Turns out is is 2000-something.
Major up for me overnight as well. I'm hoping if I drink more water and try in increase my exercise even a small chunk, it will help eliminate the gain. Good Luck!! 1 -
mari_moulin wrote: »lindamtuck2018 wrote: »Sunday check in
Calories: over
Exercise: 45 minute walk
Water: too much tea and coffee!
Steps 4/5 6,449 (so close to challenge goal)
I need your guys help. I am going through a lot of stress right now as we all are. I am looking for a guided meditation/relaxation app for my iPad. Anyone have a suggestion for a good one? I wouldn’t mind paying a little if it is worth it. The last few days I have been eating my feelings so I thought when I get the urge to overeat I can turn to the app.
Today’s goals
1. Walk 40 minutes
2. log all my food
3. Stay within calorie goal
4. Reach walking challenge step goal
5. 8 cups of water
Linda have you tried doing TaiChi? My psychiatrist asked me to start this to help me with stress and stress eating. Honesty I haven’t really gotten much into it but maybe it’s an idea for you?
I never thought of that! Great idea!1 -
Username: murphyi150
Weigh in week: 2
Weighin day: Monday
Previous weight: 162
Current weight: 161
April 3 4780 steps
April 4 6240 steps
April 5 5970 steps
I obviously need to stop baking and do more walking.3 -
lindamtuck2018 wrote: »Sunday check in
Calories: over
Exercise: 45 minute walk
Water: too much tea and coffee!
Steps 4/5 6,449 (so close to challenge goal)
I need your guys help. I am going through a lot of stress right now as we all are. I am looking for a guided meditation/relaxation app for my iPad. Anyone have a suggestion for a good one? I wouldn’t mind paying a little if it is worth it. The last few days I have been eating my feelings so I thought when I get the urge to overeat I can turn to the app.
Today’s goals
1. Walk 40 minutes
2. log all my food
3. Stay within calorie goal
4. Reach walking challenge step goal
5. 8 cups of water
For meditation-I use the 'Insight Timer' app. There are lots of free options or you can pay for more access. I particularly like 'Cultivating Focus' with Minoj Dias. Very soothing voice.2 -
Murphyi150 wrote: »Username: murphyi150
Weigh in week: 2
Weighin day: Monday
Previous weight: 162
Current weight: 161
April 3 4780 steps
April 4 6240 steps
April 5 5970 steps
I obviously need to stop baking and do more walking.
Nice loss!3 -
Here are some more walking videos you can do safely at home! No excuses !!
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APRIL WEEK 1 STEP RESULTS
AS A GROUP WE WALKED 354,978 STEPS
TOP 3 STEPPERS
@19shmoo69 - 98,715 steps
@mari_moulin - 95,231 steps
@ddk125 - 49,367steps
Great stepping all!2 -
Hello team, I’m determined to come out of this confinement with a new skill and baking has proven bad for the waistline and scale so...I decided to take advantage of this time to learn how to play a bit of piano. I bought my kids an electric beginners piano so they can have some time learning some tunes rather than spend all their time on video games or their various screens. I downloaded this cool app that helps all ages learn how to play. I have been doing it for about a week now and am happy with what I’ve learned so far. It’s so much fun and keeps me out of the fridge. My mind isn’t on food while I’m practicing. Let’s hope I can keep this up.2
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Murphyi150 wrote: »Username: murphyi150
Weigh in week: 2
Weighin day: Monday
Previous weight: 162
Current weight: 161
April 3 4780 steps
April 4 6240 steps
April 5 5970 steps
I obviously need to stop baking and do more walking.
Great job on the loss!2 -
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Monday check in
Calories: under
Exercise: 65 minute walk
Water: success
Steps 4/6 9,044
The staff of the building gave me flowers yesterday. I swear they loved Molly almost as much as I did.
Thanks @mari_moulin and @888Angie888 for your suggestions yesterday. I found the tai chi on YouTube and it was so relaxing. It really cleared my mind. I think when life goes back to normal this would be something I would explore as a regular class. I did the insight timer before bed and the one I did relaxed my entire body making sleep easy. Next step is to use these as tools with my eating.
Today’s goals
1. Use my new tools for stress and stress eating
2. Log all food and stay within calorie goal
3. Walk 7,500 steps or more to meet step challenge goal
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Daily Check-in
Today's Goals
Log all food and beverages honestly
Drink at least 8 cups of water
Do morning stretches
Do at least 2 5 minute walking sessions
Try one new exercise video for seated senior exercise -- didn't do yesterday; need to do today!!
Find one thing funny and share it
Get outside if weather permits -- raining again today
It was lovely yesterday, low 50's and sunny. Did a bit of yardwork then sat in lawn chair to just enjoy being outside in the sun. Lots of walkers: singles, pairs, and families. Was nice seeing everyone enjoying the day.
Stay safe everyone! Have a good day. 1 -
Daily Check-In
Yesterday's achievements:
Steps: 7045
Goals:
1. Get my morning routine done right away: Yes
2. Core workout video:Yes
3. 7000 steps barely
4. Sew for at least 2 hours: Not Quite. Maybe 1 hour.
5. Rest when needed: not sure
Today I'm tired and achy. I might have to slow down again. However I have already done my core workout video today.
Today's goals:
1. Rest as needed.
2. 7500 steps
3. Hydrate! 64 oz.
4. Do something relaxing.
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https://youtu.be/baO6jTGmNFs
https://youtu.be/X7OzRLb2aKY
https://youtu.be/09enjHiFpjg
This is the first time I have ever set daily goals for myself like this, and and I am ready enjoying the extra push it gives me! 
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