Downsizers - September 2020 Team Chat
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@mari_moulin I walked 12,534 steps yesterday 8/30/20.2
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Hi all,
Here for Monday check in for the end of the month of August but woo a new thread for September! I enjoyed participating in the group in August, welcome new members I think you'll enjoy it here. Last week I weighed in at 250 but this morning the scale read 251.2. It's technically not September yet with it being the 31st August here so whilst it is disappointing to finish the end of the month on a gain, even if it may be hormone or whatever related (I know that part is out of my control) I can at least say I haven't gained up to where I was at the start of the month. I aim to start afresh, go forward into the next month trying to put a stop to yoyoing in the 50's and move into the 40's and so on and so forth!2 -
Hi all,
I'm back after taking a month off, I really needed it! The past few weeks I had the chance to reflect and understand better what I want and what I can do to accomplish these things, I actively want to incorporate this for the next months to come. On the downside, I managed to undo all the progress I have made since March, but decided to not let this get to me.
I will weigh in Fridays
I'm also in for the step challenge!
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Daily Post- Monday
username-onward1
PW-132.2
CW-127.2
LTD- 5
Although I'm thrilled at the loss, I'm fully aware it's only water weight from the first week(and binging) and the real work is just beginning. "Marathon, not a sprint." I'm in it for the long run this time.
@TASCascalho- wow, such an inspiration, never thought of doing workouts based on calories.
Have a good day all.
Thanks!
It is not consistent since calories shown by watches and machines are not 100% accurate but, if you get consistent inconsistently, you will benefit from it.
You can run 30 minutes and burn 100 calories or you can run 30 minutes and burn 400 calories, depending of so many factors and stuff, but if you aim at calories, you burn the same amount whether you take 30 minutes or 1 hour.
And btw, YOU are the inspiration my friend, 60 years and keep moving forward!1 -
Daily Post August 30
Tracked Yes
Under Calorie Yes
Exercise Rest Day
Steps 3627
Water 128oz
Weight lifting- Will attempt something today
Decluttering -My dad helped me build a bookshelf for my son's room. Gonna hang it and get his books organized so they aren't just all over his dresser.
Spent the day at my parents as we do on a lot of Sundays. Got home really late, 11pm, so no walk just a true rest day.1 -
TASCascalho wrote: »Apologies for the late reply!
@lindamtuck2018 , answering to your question form the previous chat:
"Well you finished August with a bang. Well done on another stellar week. I am just curious as to what you do for exercise. Do you do both cardio and weights? I am still liking all your data."
With the Covid stuff I only get 1:30h per day in the gym, they don't allow more
So I start at 7am when the gym opens, leave at 8:30am to be ready for work at 9am.
But my workouts are always the same. I do it by calories instead of time or length.
(My gyms treadmill only allow 15 minutes at a time, hence the 2x15 minutes
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1 - 200 calories in the treadmill in 15 minutes.
2 - 200 calories in the treadmill in 15 minutes.
3 - 100 calories rowing machine, usually takes me 8/9 minutes.
4 - 200 calories in the treadmill in 15 minutes.
5 - 200 calories in the treadmill in 15 minutes.
Me on a good day, veeeeery sweaty lol, blheack!
The rest is stretching and disinfecting the machines before and after use. Mandatory due to the Covid.
But again, the real effort is in the kitchen. Always keeping an eye in the calories I consume and a lot of coffee.
That is very inspiring! Once I am able to start going the gym I want to use the rowing machine. I have the coffee part down pat. 😉Daily Post Sunday
Track: Yes
Calories: Over
Water: 10/10
Steps: 12,918
Had a pretty good day but I ate too much, which I often do on weekends lol.
I do tend to consume more calories on the weekend. I work on a calorie average for the week but I have to be very careful during the week to meet my goal.Daily Post- Monday
username-onward1
PW-132.2
CW-127.2
LTD- 5
Although I'm thrilled at the loss, I'm fully aware it's only water weight from the first week(and binging) and the real work is just beginning. "Marathon, not a sprint." I'm in it for the long run this time.
@TASCascalho- wow, such an inspiration, never thought of doing workouts based on calories.
Have a good day all.
That’s an amazing loss!0 -
Good Morning .... Great losses everyone and for the ones who gained we have a new month to work on it ...I have to deal with child support court this morning via phone ughhhhhhh... He is wanting his child support to be reviewed ... I am not sure why he is entitled considering he has denied my daughter from day 1 .... refused to take the paternity test etc etc ...I am not a happy camper this morning
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Hi all,
Here for Monday check in for the end of the month of August but woo a new thread for September! I enjoyed participating in the group in August, welcome new members I think you'll enjoy it here. Last week I weighed in at 250 but this morning the scale read 251.2. It's technically not September yet with it being the 31st August here so whilst it is disappointing to finish the end of the month on a gain, even if it may be hormone or whatever related (I know that part is out of my control) I can at least say I haven't gained up to where I was at the start of the month. I aim to start afresh, go forward into the next month trying to put a stop to yoyoing in the 50's and move into the 40's and so on and so forth!
It’s a new month so you can get into the new decade and get settled there. The challenges always begin on a Sunday. The September challenge runs from August 30th to October 3rd. So this month you get 5 weeks to settle into the 40’s. Congrats on ending the August challenge with a loss!Hi all,
I'm back after taking a month off, I really needed it! The past few weeks I had the chance to reflect and understand better what I want and what I can do to accomplish these things, I actively want to incorporate this for the next months to come. On the downside, I managed to undo all the progress I have made since March, but decided to not let this get to me.
I will weigh in Fridays
I'm also in for the step challenge!
So glad to see you back. I will add you to the spreadsheet. Can you give me a start weight for the month?Daily Post August 30
Tracked Yes
Under Calorie Yes
Exercise Rest Day
Steps 3627
Water 128oz
Weight lifting- Will attempt something today
Decluttering -My dad helped me build a bookshelf for my son's room. Gonna hang it and get his books organized so they aren't just all over his dresser.
Spent the day at my parents as we do on a lot of Sundays. Got home really late, 11pm, so no walk just a true rest day.
Great job on meeting your goals. I hope your rest day was pleasant.0 -
Megan_smartiepants1970 wrote: »Good Morning .... Great losses everyone and for the ones who gained we have a new month to work on it ...I have to deal with child support court this morning via phone ughhhhhhh... He is wanting his child support to be reviewed ... I am not sure why he is entitled considering he has denied my daughter from day 1 .... refused to take the paternity test etc etc ...I am not a happy camper this morning
Hang in there Megan. Hugs!0 -
lindamtuck2018 wrote: »Megan_smartiepants1970 wrote: »Good Morning .... Great losses everyone and for the ones who gained we have a new month to work on it ...I have to deal with child support court this morning via phone ughhhhhhh... He is wanting his child support to be reviewed ... I am not sure why he is entitled considering he has denied my daughter from day 1 .... refused to take the paternity test etc etc ...I am not a happy camper this morning
Hang in there Megan. Hugs!
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Overdue weigh ins
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Monday’s weigh ins
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What is your favourite way to exercise?0 -
Username: melichalupa
PW: 173
CW: 169
LOST: 4lbs4 -
lindamtuck2018 wrote: »
What is your favourite way to exercise?
I love working out at home with my millions of workout dvd's (I love Cardio more than Strength ...today I will be trying Country Zumba for the 1st time 1 -
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lindamtuck2018 wrote: »
So glad to see you back. I will add you to the spreadsheet. Can you give me a start weight for the month?
Yes! 201lbs please 1 -
lindamtuck2018 wrote: »
So glad to see you back. I will add you to the spreadsheet. Can you give me a start weight for the month?
Yes! 201lbs please
Welcome back 1 -
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Megan_smartiepants1970 wrote: »Good Morning .... Great losses everyone and for the ones who gained we have a new month to work on it ...I have to deal with child support court this morning via phone ughhhhhhh... He is wanting his child support to be reviewed ... I am not sure why he is entitled considering he has denied my daughter from day 1 .... refused to take the paternity test etc etc ...I am not a happy camper this morning
The loser didn't even show up via zoom or phone so the case was dismissed and the child support remains the same4 -
Off to go workout to Country Zumba (1st time doing this Dvd)1
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Happy Monday!
Goals for the new month:
-Minimum 15,000 steps daily
-Track everything I eat daily
-Meditate 5 minutes each day
-Spend at least 30 minutes daily cleaning (thanks to Cesse for the idea)
-Find a good at home resistance workout (they say gyms here will likely be closed for at least two more months 😥)
-Work on consistency-rather than going all in for a few days and then totally off target for more than a few days
Overall goal is to be down to 240 lbs by October 1st (11.6 pounds)1 -
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All step challengers and steps entered to here1
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phew... I did 45 minutes of Country Zumba and 45 minutes Broadway Aerobics ...I feel accomplished Today as turned out to be a great day after all
8/30 Steps: 60002 -
lindamtuck2018 wrote: »
What is your favourite way to exercise?
Walking is by far my favourite exercise. I also love swimming but due to COVID the pool is offering no adult swims.1 -
melichalupa wrote: »Username: melichalupa
PW: 173
CW: 169
LOST: 4lbs
Amazing loss!Megan_smartiepants1970 wrote: »Megan_smartiepants1970 wrote: »Good Morning .... Great losses everyone and for the ones who gained we have a new month to work on it ...I have to deal with child support court this morning via phone ughhhhhhh... He is wanting his child support to be reviewed ... I am not sure why he is entitled considering he has denied my daughter from day 1 .... refused to take the paternity test etc etc ...I am not a happy camper this morning
The loser didn't even show up via zoom or phone so the case was dismissed and the child support remains the same
The joy of dealing with ex’s. One advantage of my kids being grown up.0 -
888Angie888 wrote: »Happy Monday!
Goals for the new month:
-Minimum 15,000 steps daily
-Track everything I eat daily
-Meditate 5 minutes each day
-Spend at least 30 minutes daily cleaning (thanks to Cesse for the idea)
-Find a good at home resistance workout (they say gyms here will likely be closed for at least two more months 😥)
-Work on consistency-rather than going all in for a few days and then totally off target for more than a few days
Overall goal is to be down to 240 lbs by October 1st (11.6 pounds)
Great goals! I think I need to steal the cleaning one. I always put it off and end up with a big job when I could have spread it out.Megan_smartiepants1970 wrote: »phew... I did 45 minutes of Country Zumba and 45 minutes Broadway Aerobics ...I feel accomplished Today as turned out to be a great day after all
8/30 Steps: 6000
You should feel accomplished.0 -
Sunday’s check in
Calories: under
Exercise: none
Water: ✅
Steps: 2,425
DBF: 2
The day is almost over and I realized I forgot to check in. I already walked twice so hopefully I am back on track to getting my walking and steps in daily.
Hope your Monday is going well!
Today’s goals
1. No binge eating
2. 30 minute walk ✅
3. 8000 steps ✅1 -
@lindamtuck2018
Hi, we changed my weigh in date to Wednesday.0 -
lindamtuck2018 wrote: »lindamtuck2018 wrote: »
What is your favourite way to exercise?
Walking is by far my favourite exercise. I also love swimming but due to COVID the pool is offering no adult swims.
I love dancing!!0
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