Downsizers - February 2021 Team Chat
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Happy Valentine's day to all my Downizers friends! You are all AWESOME!6 -
Daily Post February 13
Tracked Yes
Under Calorie Yes
Water 96oz
Steps 9012
Exercise 55min Treadmill
I didn't move much during the day, which is pretty usual for a Saturday as it's family day around here. Since I think my dad and I are going to be punching the bag on Sundays now, I'm going to move my rest day to Saturdays in the future. Last night though, I hopped on the treadmill after putting the kids to bed to get all my steps in.
Today should be fun, we have a couple activities planned for the kids at my parents house. We're gonna teach them to play bingo, we bought little prizes and everything.3 -
Username: coscorpio8402
Weigh-In Day:Sunday
PW: 195.2
CW: 196.6
LTD: 39.1
I haven’t been logging at all but I’m back today and feeling motivated so I’ll take that win for today
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CONGRATULATIONS DOWNSIZERS!!! The Green Challenge Percentage of people who lost weight this week. No matter how small the loss the weights are recorded in green. Remember that even if your team doesn’t rank the highest in weight loss for the week you can still be the Green Percentage winner by having the most losses in your team! So keep it up!! 
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PW 215
CW 214.5
Steps.
2/13 4,240
2/14. 5,4343 -
@Megan_smartiepants1970
2/13 Steps 10,2842 -
Yay team for winning the Green Challenge this week!2
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I am going to answer the weekly questions... all of them. Lol. I kept telling myself to get on here and answer them in a timely manner, and time just passed on by!
Trigger foods: Anything sweet like King cake, donuts, baked goods, brownies, cookies, chocolate, chocolate candy, candied yams, etc. Also, trail mix, peanut butter pretzels, nuts, peanut butter, Ritz crackers. Okay, this is getting ridiculous. Haha. A lot of things are triggers, I guess. I have done really well with not having to completely avoid everything though. I have a measuring spoon (1 tablespoon) for nuts and trail mix. That's the best way for me to not overeat those things. My daughter bakes and my husband loves his snacks (most of the things I've listed), so all of that is in the house. It would be a lot easier if those things were just not here:( Also, when I go to my dad's house, he has a clear cookie jar on the counter, mini candy bars in a bowl, nuts, ice cream sandwiches, etc. When I go to my mom's house, she has cookies in a clear container on the counter. I find it really hard when I visit them, because to them, food is love.
Favorite exercise: Hiking, but can't really do it around here. When we went to the mountains in December, we hiked some long, steep trails. It was amazing being in nature like that. So much better than the darned treadmill!
Non-scale victories:
Well, yesterday I put my jeans on that I haven't worn in a while. I don't like pants, haha. I wear shorts or sometimes capri jeans or capri exercise leggings. Oh my goodness. They were so, so big on me. I couldn't believe it! My daughter looked at me and told me that I needed new jeans. So, we went shopping yesterday and bought size 14 jeans. I was in an 18, and they were pretty tight.
My resting pulse is in the low sixties, so I know that that is really good. It used to be in the eighties. I have more energy in general and am not so fatigued. I am not as self-conscious when I'm out.
I'm sure there are a bunch more non-scale victories, but can't think of them now!
Happy Valentine's Day, everyone! My daughter, who is a fantastic baker, baked some fancy red velvet cheesecake cupcakes this morning. We'll bring some to my mom and to my dad, keep a few here for my daughter and husband, and send the rest to work with my husband for his coworkers to enjoy later today! I ate one, and it was out of this world!!!5 -
Steps 2/13: 19,7032
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@Megan_smartiepants1970
33 minutes on elliptical. 3.81 miles, 25 minutes stationary bike, 1.04 mile interval training.2 -
Username : azkunk
Weigh In Day: Sunday
PW:175.3
CW: 176.8
LTD: 30.2
I thought that I posted this earlier but I must not have hit post 🤦🏻♀️ This week was not great but I take complete ownership of it. I kind of took a mini break and did not track 100%. I am excited for this coming week though. I am back to my normal job and my normal hours. I am officially in countdown mode to my big goal of losing 50 by 50. I have about 13 weeks until the big day and about 20lbs to go. If I lose 1.5 lbs/week, I can meet my goal. If I don’t exactly make it by my bday, I will still be happy to get close. In order to reach my goals, I need to get back into daily check-ins. So, here are my goals for this week:
1. Check in daily
2. Stay within 5g of my macros
3. Water 80oz/day
4. Steps 9K/day
5. Exercise 3x/ wk (this one is going to be a challenge, I hate exercise)
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Check in for February 12,13 and 14
Logging - yes.
@Megan_smartiepants1970
Feb. 12 - 3040
Feb. 13 - 8587
Feb. 14 - 9788
I think slowly but surely my back/foot is feeling better.
I hope everyone had a lovely Valentine's Sunday.
Congrats to DOWNSIZERS for being #! in the GREEN!💥💥💥🎈🎈🎈🎈🎉🎉🎉
WHOOP WHOOP! WE are AWESOME! YEP!4 -
02/14. Steps = 10,209
Cold!
Food = ok
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PLACE TEAM PERCENTAGE
PLACE TEAM LBS LOSS
PLACE INDIVIDUAL PERCENTAGE
1st @jennifersusanmcdougall 2.74 %
2nd @squeakmnm41 2.47%
3rd @beka3695 2.31 %
PLACE INDIVIDUAL LBS LOSS
1st @jennifersusanmcdougall 5.0 Lbs
2nd @Z10Rtza 4.7 Lbs
3rd @lelbarou 4.6 Lbs
HONORABLE MENTIONS
@rachelrjh
@mlhopp93
@Pearl4686
@annliz23
@Bluetail6
@kerdil08
@Kali225
@happimess01
@kandi3570
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@lindamtuck20 @lelbarou @iradi8 @363days
Thank you so much for your words of encouragement and your advice. I was absolutely embarrassed and concerned about letting the team down, so it helps SO MUCH to feel support from the group. I think negative emotions can result in the weight holding on, so it helps that I don’t have to hold it in. I am not logging well. I was doing much better when I was logging consistently. Plus, it kept me much more aware of the amount I was eating, and when I needed to eat more, or watch what I ate the rest of the day. I know I can do better, cause I did it before.
@megan_smartiepants1980
Steps for:
Feb 12 – 2,443
Feb 13 – 2,364
Feb 14 – 8,621 (yay!!)
Even though it was -30 with the wind chill, I met some girlfriends and we went for a walk outside today. It was so good. The fresh crisp air, the bright blue skies, good company, and exercise were all so needed. Happy Valentine’s Day everyone. 😊
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Hi, I wanted to answer some of the questions you put up Linda! They are awesome!
What is your favorite exercise?
Well, I know it's a huge surprise, but I like walking! Ideally, however, I would do hiking and be out in nature! I used to go on 10-15 kilometer hikes in the country side with an outing group ages ago, but my weight has prevented me in participating in this for a long time. I really love being out in nature and I feel like I have had a real break when I go outside the city and hike!
I also like swimming though I am not a very good swimmer. More like paddling and floating around in the pool. When I do laps like front crawl I tend to do a diagonal instead of a straight line which is slightly problematic! LOL
When Covid is over, I would be interested in trying aquafit or water yoga because I like the water.
What are you NSV's?
Well there are actually a bunch!.
1) I can breathe! Yep. I had a lot of trouble breathing before I changed my diet. I don't know if it was the food I was eating and I was allergic to some things in my diet, but whatever it is I breathe a whole lot better now!
2) I can walk! Because I can breath and my knee is better ( in large part to less weight on it) I can walk and I can walk for longer and further distances.
3) Smaller sizes! Yep. Some movement downwards in my clothing. It's not major, but maybe 2 or so sizes down. Certainly, my clothes are getting super loose and I will need to go shopping soon!
4) I am more in control in my life generally! I don't know if it is the confidence of losing weight or what, but I find I am more in control in other areas of my life since the weight loss. I actually think I am managing my money better! Weird but true! LOL
5) I kind of feel tougher! What I mean is that I am more aware of the strength of my mind which I wasn't aware of or I wasn't using...Yep. I'm a tough gurl! Ha Ha!
6) I have met awesome people on MFP and Downsizers! Yep. Meeting amazing people and being part of their weight loss and life journeys is pretty darn cool!4 -
Hi. I just caught up on some posts and wanted to comment!
@heatherbluebell
Great job in going out for a walk in minus 30 weather! AWESOME!
And I think logging is extremely helpful. I totally agree!
@363days
I think your slight gain is most likely inflammation. I think you are getting more and more knowledge and as Linda says "the right mindset" to conquer weight loss. AWESOME!
I wanted to say thank you for your continual support and empathy. You are really kind.
I'm so glad your x-ray showed it wasn't a break, but I'm sorry to hear that the previous screws in your knee and arthritis is inflammed and that your healing will take some time.
That is good news about the progesterone type medication and how it is making you sleep better. Super!
@azkunk
I really like your new weekly goals. They look great.
I never really get very detailed and it is very helpful to see your approach.
Thanks for the shout out about the recent weight loss!
@COscorpio8402
I'm happy to hear that you are feeling more motivated and want to start logging more regularly. Sounds like a great idea!
@Tazaria87
I'm glad your depression has lifed and that you have another super loss.
You are so consistent with your losses!
And super funny about your kids eating the banana bread soooo quickly!
@Bluetail6
Congratulations for entering your new decade!
Wow! You are doing such a great job! You are zeroing in on your goal!
I love how you are experimenting with your calorie intake and that it is working for you!
@Beautyofdreams
Nice recent loss!
I'm very happy to hear that your depression is lifting. Grieving is a process.
Congrats on your journey of 1 year. That is a huge commitment and takes dedication!
It was be awesome to see your posts about your changes over this year period here.
Looking forward to you sharing that! I'm sure it will be so inspirational for all of us!
@lcfa5317
Congrats on using the stationary bike and the strength training sounds super!
@lindamtuck2018
Sorry to hear that your pain awakes you at night, but your determination is really wonderful.
BTW - housework most definitely counts as exercise.
Congrats on your recent loss and the 7 out of 7 day challenge! That is a great success!
The Newfoundland jiggs sounds fun! Sounds cool! Tell us more about it sometime!
@Megan_smartiepants1970
I'm so sorry about your hernia, but I'm glad you have the same Dr. I imagine you trust that Dr. so that will add some comfort I hope! BTW - Great job on your recent loss! Just SUPER!
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Weigh in:
SW: 259.4
PW: 244.4
CW: 243.6
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Hi all, here for Monday check in. Not much to report this week but on track to having a fully green weigh in month so far which is good. A few more pounds and I'll be back down to a number I have not been in about 2 years. It's great being able to see past entries from years ago on here but, a sad reminder how the weight has crept up over the years. At least I'm finally losing again and working my way back down slowly but surely which is the main thing. I certainly won't be as high on the scales as I was these past few years, this time next year and that's a great thought.
Have a great week everyone!
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Weigh in - Feb. 15
SW - 365
PW - 301.4
CW - 300
I've been 298 since Saturday, but today is higher. I didn't sleep very much and was up drinking coffee etc. so I imagine it is some water weight. However, It's a loss! I'm in the green!
So, YAY!
Happy Monday and have a good week everyone!6 -
JimBoden3
Weigh-in: Monday (Feb 15, 2021)
CW: 213.8
PW: 215.1
SW: 240
I don't mind sharing that I was more than a little nervous about this weigh-in due to the 'triple threat' this week:- It was soooo cold this week I'm expecting the heating bill to be bigger than our mortgage this month. I decided to get creative and make up for outside walks by jogging 10 laps around our finished basement in between my weight lifting sets.
- I had chili for dinner on Friday night and again for Saturday lunch (one of my great comfort foods for me when it's chilly outside ... but, oh so much sodium!)
- Too many sweets yesterday. Valentines only comes once a year and I didn't want to hurt Susan's feelings (and am I really going to say no to a chocolate molten fudge cupcake?).
Anyway, it still worked out with more than a pound down and that's up from earlier in the week so no complaining. Maybe I burned off some calories with all of the shivering I've been doing! 4 -
Steps 2/14: 6,2820
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I will catch up on posts this afternoon.0
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Daily Post February 14
Tracked Yes
Under Calorie Yes
Water 110oz
Steps 9011
Exercise 20min Boxing w/ punching bag
So the punching bag went way better this time. The gloves my dad ordered were great, no ripped up knuckles! This morning I'm surprised by the muscles that are sore haha. My upper abs, my traps, and the muscle along my armpit. Different ones than last time. Playing bingo with the kids was a lot of fun, and they loved that they got to pick prizes for getting a bingo. My parents used to run bingo for their church a while back so my mom has real cards and a number calling system that hadn't been used in years. It was nice to get it out.
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Could the following people please post their steps?
@Rlaskey2- 2/13
@Z1ORtza-2/9-2/13
@lcfa5317 -2/10, 2/12 & 2/13
@dutchrower 2/10-2/13
Thanks Ladies ...If I do not have them by the end of the day I will be zeroing them out1 -
This is just one of many articles about ways that yoga can help with emotions. It has been very helpful and I hope someone benefits:
https://alleviant.com/release-suppressed-emotions-with-yoga-14-poses/1 -
@iradi8 the only thing better than finding out your old jeans are huge is when your daughter comments on it! How fun!
@heatherbluebell I am the same way - if I don't track I gain, and I've gotten away from it the last couple of days, too!, and I overeat when I don't track.
@lindamtuck2018 I've done these chair videos so far - there are times when they give exercises with knees but I just find something else to do for those parts:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1DYH5ud3zHo (Gentle chair yoga with Kassandra)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kMeUFWkW1Ok&t=388s (seated workout for injury or disability 1 -
@Tazaria87
Great loss! I can imagine your sore as boxing is a really good exercise. Bingo is a great idea for kids. I need to find things for when the girls are over. They are 7 years apart so it is hard to find things they both like.
@Beautyofdreams
Amazing loss!
@COscorpio8402
Logging is so important. I stopped for a little while but I am back at it. I like logging in advance so I know how my day is going to play out.
@scribb
Nice loss!
@iradi8
Love those NSV’s. That statement that food is love made me think.
@azkunk
Sometimes a diet break is needed. Your weekly goals are really good and will you up to meet your 50 by 50 goal. We will be cheering you on.
@lelbarou
Great NSV’s! It is great your foot is healing. I love aqua fit and I did it for years. I will be incorporating it when I get to go to the pool. Amazing loss! I am sure you will officially hit the 200’s this week.
@heatherbluebell
I think I beat this one to death but logging is important for weight loss. I do log a week in advance. I adjust serving sizes when I measure my food. You are brave to walk in that cold! 🥶
@mszoueb
Nice loss! It is so important to focus on where you are now and put the gains behind you. I personally but the 5 months I struggled behind me and called January 10th my fresh start.
@jimboden3
Great loss! Well done on figuring a solution for your walking. I hear you on the Chili. I love to get it from Tim Hortons but I always gain a few pounds from the sodium.
@363days
Thanks for the suggestions. I will try them tomorrow.3
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