Weight No More - February 2021 Team Chat
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Kandi3570
Weigh in day Saturday
PW. 180.2
CW. 177.6
Loss of 2.6 lbs
Steps
Fri 22600
Sat. 15558
Sun. 10769
Mon. 8336
Tues. 10465
Wed. 12627
Thur. 13705
Fri. 91503 -
Maintenance weight 136.2
Steps for week 375081 -
So I’m super excited. Me and my daughter joined the Y yesterday. We start Tuesday. She has to have a class on how to use the equipment before she can enter the area with the equipment. So we couldn’t use it yesterday. But I’ve really wanted to start toning and I used an old weight bench at my moms which was really only good for 3 exercises. And I’ve done some dumbbell work outs at home. But I will do so much better at the Y. And my daughter is excited to do this. Which is even better. She needs exercise it will be great for her mentally right now. She is back in school and I’ve seen a 180 in her personality since. I’m so thankful. I was honestly worried a few times when I had to yell to get her to get up and move around. I don’t think anyone sees how hard covid is on teenagers unless you live with one. But since returning to school she comes home with stories to tell me and she’s giggly. I have missed that. Yesterday at one point she was laying in the kitchen floor laughing uncontrollably. I don’t think I’ve seen that in a year. I’ve missed the chaos. I’ve missed the sound of a real laugh from her. I mean we were laughing because she fell down on ice in the parking lot at Walmart. All I saw out of the corner of my eye was all her red hair flying and she was on all 4s. I asked her if she was ok before I started laughing. I’m not a monster! Then in the chaos of laughing, tears running down my face in 20 degree weather. I tried to get in the wrong car parked 3 spaces up from mine. It looked like mine but different seat covers.
So I’m excited to finally start toning. I’m not sure how it will affect my weight loss progress. I tend to gain muscle quickly. And I’m ok with that so as long as my clothes still fit and my measurements aren’t going up I’m not going to complain. I would like to lose another 10 pounds but that may not happen for awhile. We will see where this journey takes me. Maybe I’ll gain and still be content with that. But for now I’m leaving my goal at 168.4 -
@minstrelofsarcasm Your exercise routines are amazing. That’s it. Amazing.
@kandi3570 Congrats! Being stuck is a downer (I know…). Sometimes weight loss is weird.
@debbiewsharpe Thanks for the kind words. And, if you figure out a way to share out blueberries…mmm.
@rachelrjh 2 lbs a week would be too much for me. My calorie goals are around 1500 for a 1 lb loss…a two pound would take me down to 1250 and I’d be a monster. I’m not tall, I’m not super active. But not everyone is me. It’s only a problem if you’re starving yourself or doing stuff that’s harmful. If you can manage it, good for you. Don’t compare yourself to other people. That way leads to madness.
And a big thumbs up to everyone who has managed a loss (or maintenance) this week! Well done, team!
This week has not been awesome for me. I’m on the last leg of another round of steroids, which make me hungry and angry. Hangry, in fact. Hungry and mad that I’m hungry for no reason. And it messes with my ability to sleep (frequently awake at 2:30 am. 4:15 this morning). So I’m awake at weird hours and exhausted when I need to be awake. So hangry and TIRED. The first 5 days or so were okay. The last three have been rough. Thursday I gave in and didn’t bother logging after about 3…logging was taking too much snack time. Seriously. Thursday I ate ALL the foods. It’s amazing there is anything other than condiments left in my fridge. To be honest, it’s amazing the condiments survived the carnage. Yesterday was better. I stayed in calories. When I got to the ravenous point, I cut up celery and ate it slooowwwllyy. And then got baby carrots. Both require lots of crunching and chewing. That helps. This will be the plan for a few days. When the snack monster wakes up…the celery and carrots come out.
The point of the steroids was to see if we could get my gimp ear back to normal function. It may have helped a little but not as much as I’d hoped. It didn’t help with the constant ringing. But I didn’t expect it to. So. No surprise there.
I’m officially on vacation this week. We’d planned to hang out and take long walks. But it looks like the temperature is going to be in or near the single digits and they are predicting snow... Well planned. I wouldn’t ordinarily plan a week of vacation during the winter (except for holiday stuff) but the husband is feeling run down and needs a break. This is the week that works. When I get back to work, I have several big, time consuming, deadline projects. Yay.
As we’ve seen, my weight is up. I’m not happy about that and it doesn’t make sense (not counting Thurs, which was not that significant). I have some other health related things going on that could impact this. Maybe that’s the deal. Well. And steroids. I have to get more activity in and walking in really cold doesn’t do it for me. I’ve been doing silly dances any time I run the microwave. 2 minutes to heat lunch? Dance. 1 minute 30 for a cup of tea? Dance. I’m not logging it. I’m not counting it. I feel ridiculous. But it is something. I’ve tried Ashley’s 10 jumping jacks before bathroom breaks (maybe after is a better plan?) but I don’t love them. And I’m prone to injuring myself (how would I explain a sprained ankle from doing jumping jacks or from a microwave dance party? It sounds ridiculous…). Maybe I should wear shoes.
I have the day to myself. I have 3 objectives: start making a dent on the disaster that is my office, pick up a few groceries, make Homespun Pot Pie (Moosewood recipe, very time consuming, huge and yummy). Make that 4…move.
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Zumba_luvah
Week 1
Pw- 156.1
Cw- 158.2
TOM time. I usually gain 2 or 3 pounds during that time of the month.3 -
kirsten11872
Week:1
Weight-in day:Saturday
Previous weight:166.4
Current weight:169.1
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So sorry I’m late!!!! I got on the scale but I just got caught up...
Weigh In Day: Friday’s
HW (Highest Weight): 155
PW (Previous Weight): 148.1 (January 29)
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Hi all,
@debbiewsharpe - I'm really loving your habit building, those 5-10min slotted in are def going to add up! I'm a total wuss with weights as well, only like the smaller ones. Though I did read somewhere that more often with smaller ones is better for toning rather than actual bulking up. I'm sure someone more knowledgeable on here will be able to correct/confirm. I do find mixing up the cardio helps me (as well as makes it more interesting), I try to fit in walks when the weather isn't too bad, a couple of dance-based classes, and some yoga/pilates focused ones for variety - of course, that's when I'm on plan which hasn't been happening the past few weeks
@kandi3570 - woot, great loss! Am sure will be moving even more when you start the new exercise plan. I'm glad to hear your daughter is feeling a bit more herself, I totally agree that people underestimate how much lockdown can effect teenagers mentally. It's hard enough for us to be isolated from friends, family members, normal routines etc. but for teenagers it must be even harder and they don't have many of the built up coping mechanisms adults have developed.
@melaniedscott - hangry is just the worst! I know steroids can effect your metabolism in terms of fat burning so very likely they're behind the weight gain
Hopefully once you've finished the course it will balance out. I do love your microwave dances - I do weird exercises in the kitchen while I'm waiting for things to cook/boil etc. and am pretty convinced I must look ridiculous Try and enjoy your time off x
Had a bit of a rubbish day yesterday, had a few drinks in the early evening and then just couldn't seem to stop eating - not even bothered counting the calories as I know it will just depress me too much! My sleep pattern is totally screwed this week as well, which is not helping. I can't seem to sleep at all, am exhausted all day, and then when I try and go to bed early same thing happens - and then I end up catching a nap in the day cause I'm so tired, which prob doesn't help *sighs* Ah well, today is a new day and all that.
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~~ Happy Weekend! ~~
Looks like February is off to a great start, even if we're not losing the way we want to. Checking in is important. Accountability is important. Consistency... well, that's the most important when it comes to reaching our goals. So if you've been consistently weighing in with us, and taking that moment to reflect on your journey from the past week, you're making progress, even if the scale doesn't agree.
In every sports movie ever, they say to give 110%. While giving 110% effort of your physical capacity is mathematically impossible, I think that's not exactly what they mean. We can only ever achieve what we believe we can. Our bodies are capable of far more than we realize. So maybe, just maybe, what every stereotypical underdog coach means is to believe you can do 10% more than you originally expect, to push yourself just that little bit more to become a champion.
And that's been your motivational speech for the week.
Now onto business...~ Weigh Days! ~
We are still waiting on weigh-ins from:@lemonaid7 - Monday
@Freeglerock - Friday
@1theresamcvean - Friday
@hope002 - Friday
@aknroberts - Friday
@justmeagain275x - Friday
@kos33 - Saturday
@dbrinkmeyer - Saturday
@Kksloves - ???
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Kos33
PW 167.2
CW 1712 -
WEEK 2 CHALLENGE -- SPRING CLEANING!!!
https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10823928/february-weed-2-challenge-spring-cleaning#latest0 -
Weight day
My apologies for the lack of detail. I don’t have access to everything now!
149 lbs1 -
Hope002
Friday
PW 185.4
CW 187.83 -
Goingape
Pw: 145.8
Cw: 144.6
Loss of 1.2
Getting back down to where I need to be. Cheers!3 -
Week 1
HW: 218.5
PW: 174.8
CW: 177.5
LTD: 41.0
Not a good week, as shown on the weight above. We have had some major things happen this week with my step son, which is knocking onto lots of other stuff. Soap opera kind of things. So some stress eating, not planning and having maybe too many takeaways. Also our boiler is broken and have had no central heating or hot water for week. Thankfully we do have a wood burner in the lounge, so kind of living in there at the moment.4 -
Debbie Sharpe
MFP starting weight - 173
Last week – 129.4
2/7 Current weight – 128.4
Sunday – 12,688
Monday –13,293
Tuesday –13,739
Wednesday –16,020
Thursday –10,745
Friday –16,414
Saturday –15,327
I had my weight back down to 127. It was 127 Saturday and now this morning 128.4. Oh well, I will keep at it! Hope to be back to 127 again this week.
Keep on keeping on friends……………………………………………………….
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@kandi3570 – nice loss this week! Amazing step totals as well – I am happy for you that you can go to the Y and going with your daughter is an added benefit. We are finally back in school here and I know students and parents are much happier. Good luck on your plan and reaching your goal. Great week, congrats!
@melaniescott – Steroids can really change up a lot. When I take them there is not enough food in the county to fill me up, I get the moon face and can’t slow down. I feel like I could paint the house and shingle the roof. No sleep and excessive energy so I totally get how you are feeling. I guess the good news is that you don’t usually stay on them long at the time. So sorry that it didn’t help you. I am picturing you dancing around the house, great idea! Good luck on your projects but remember it is vacation time, do something that you really enjoy!
@podperson1 – I hope that you can get some rest this weekend. Love the today is a new day attitude.
@goingape – congrats on the loss
@Freeglerock – sorry that your week has been so stressful. Praying that the week ahead will be better for you and your family.
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Pw 124
CW 123
Steps
Sun -12,884
Monz14,159
Tue--9,167
Wed- 13,378
Thu- 12,267
Fri - 13,305
Sat - 13,246
Hope this is right as I am getting confused as ii add then lose then add the lose, it's like a rollercoaster lol2 -
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@melaniedscott I hope you resolve the issues with your ear. Steroids kill food control and weight loss. But you will be back on track in no time.
@debbiewsharpe I like your water glass trick. I know I feel intimidated by the large water bottle I take to work and I don’t typically finish it. But I try. I’m glad you made it back to your magic number and I’m sorry you lost it. And I know you know this but it will always fluctuate so don’t let it get to you. But keep chasing it. 😁. That’s what this is. We will forever be chasing a number on a scale or tape measure.
Well maybe I broke th plateau I am back up today but Tom and I ate a half of a bag of chocolate chips last night. 🤷♀️ I just don’t have that much control at my Tom. And my sugar will drop. I’m pretty sure I use that as an excuse. I mean it’s a good one. I didn’t log them either because it was late at night and well it was def a cheat. Should be better today. The first day is always the worst for cravings. My legs are very crampy too. My feet were even cramping last night. And I was lazy yesterday. I will definitely get my water in today before I hit the treadmill.
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@Freeglerock so sorry to hear of the troubles with your step son. I hope he is well again soon and your stress level can go down.0
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Rachelrjh
Starting weight Xmas 2020: 198 lbs.
Weigh in day Sunday
PW: 186 lbs.
CW: 183 lbs.
By the way, I’ve been giving my weekly average weight in lbs. that I get from my Fitbit. I believe it’s a more accurate reflection of my loss. I hope this is okay.
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Rachelrjh
Starting weight Xmas 2020: 198 lbs.
Weigh in day Sunday
PW: 186 lbs.
CW: 183 lbs.
By the way, I’ve been giving my weekly average weight in lbs. that I get from my Fitbit. I believe it’s a more accurate reflection of my loss. I hope this is okay.
I'm a big believer in the weekly average myself. Says a non-official
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Freeglerock wrote: »Week 1
HW: 218.5
PW: 174.8
CW: 177.5
LTD: 41.0
Not a good week, as shown on the weight above. We have had some major things happen this week with my step son, which is knocking onto lots of other stuff. Soap opera kind of things. So some stress eating, not planning and having maybe too many takeaways. Also our boiler is broken and have had no central heating or hot water for week. Thankfully we do have a wood burner in the lounge, so kind of living in there at the moment.
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1theresamcvean wrote: »I'm a big believer in the weekly average myself. Says a non-official
HOW DARE YOU SPEAK FOR THE TEAM CAPTAINS. HOW. DARE. YOU.By the way, I’ve been giving my weekly average weight in lbs. that I get from my Fitbit. I believe it’s a more accurate reflection of my loss. I hope this is okay.
As an official, this is okay with me!
@kandi3570 - TOM always hits hard. Don't stress the little things - you've got the rest of the month to counteract them and stick to those good habits. Do what you can with what you've got
@Freeglerock - That's a lot to handle at once, Lisa. I hope it gets better soon - and if you need anything from us, don't hesitate to ask. Helping others is often the easiest way to help ourselves.
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Hello everyone. I am back. Sadly, my brother in law passed away. I am still having a hard time coming to terms with it. It was a tough month. I went down there a month ago today. I was gone until last Saturday. My sister in law stayed with us last week with the funeral and everything going on up here. Honestly it is all a blurr...I really am exhausted and just don't want to do anything but I think that it exactly why I need to get back into my routine and get myself moving. One step at a time. Today I wanted to be sure to "catch up" on everything I missed. I was trying to read through what I missed but it is well over 300 comments. I am not sure how I am going to proceed. I don't know if I want to stay on the cheer squad or just start from here and jump in with the weight loss. I have gained weight but not as bad as I thought I would be. You would think going through this twice I would have done better with eating than I did. I started out good but once things started tanking, I went back to old habits very quickly. Oh well, I am going to be back at commenting tomorrow. Hope everyone is doing well and I look forward to "chatting" with everyone each day.5
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Guess I should introduce myself to the new members at least...
About me
Hi! My name is Pam. I live in the suburbs of Philadelphia. I have been married 30 years and have 5 children 29-20. I also have a golden doodle named Daisy. I am a nurse but have been semi retired the last two years. I like to spend my summers at the Jersey shore.
My weight story
I was never overweight although I always thought I was fat growing up. I gained A TON of weight with my pregnancies and ended up at 221 lbs. Unfortunately that ended up being my heaviest even when I wasn't pregnant . At the end June of 2012 I decided I either had to get serious and lose weight or accept that I am obese and live my life. I got a fitbit and joined MFP on July 1, 2012. Since then, I have gained and lost 30 or more pounds quite a few times. I have never gotten back to that starting weight but I have gotten close. Although I haven't been as successful with my weight loss as I would like, I have learned a lot. I eat so much healthier than I used to. I also am in good physical shape, I love to hike, walk, kayak and bike. Actually anything outdoors I usually enjoy. I do have a home gym which has a bike, treadmill, elliptical, weights and a few other things. I want to enjoy exercising and not have it be a chore. I am always looking for fun, new workouts.
The present
I really don't know where to start, the following it what I had in my January intro but things took a turn around January 7th and I ended up gaining at least 5 pounds in January-
I lost 7 pounds in November which is a lot for me but then gained a pound in Dec. Considering what I used to gain during the holidays, that isn't really too bad. I took a little break from my normal routine the last week of December and I am ready to get back at it. I am working on overeating and hunger still. I am only eating when I am hungry. When I eat, I am stopping when I am satisfied, not full. It isn't easy as it sounds after years of overeating. I find I do not have as big of an appetite as I thought. I also have learned that a lot of times I think I am hungry, I am not, it is more of an urge to eat. I have come so far but have a ways to go. I also have been doing IF 14-16 hours which helps with evening snacking.
I would like to get back to where I was mentally in that post, I wasn't really too far off course. I know my weight my not get right back there but I want to be back where I was by the beginning of March so I can start March off strong. I would also like to turn February around. Maybe once I get started, it won't be as hard as I think it will be....ok I am babbling now....
My goals
They have been about the same the past couple of months but I want to make these cemented into habits. I am not quite there yet...
1. Plan and log my food everyday
2. 30 min cardio at least 5/7 days
3. 6,000 steps per day
4. Strength 2-3/7 days
5. PT and Stretching 5/7 days
6. At least 64 oz water daily
7. 7-8 hours sleep each night
8. Get in habit of working out early in the morning
9. IF at least 14 hours 5/7 days
10. Continue working on overeating/hunger
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debbiewsharpe wrote: »
Thank you I must admit I nearly gave up!2 -
Steps..
Sun- 10,429
Mon- 14,441
Tues- 7,403
Wed- 14,000
Thurs- 8,883
Fri- 7,829
Sat- 11,8071 -
Hi All,
So sorry I didn't get this posted yesterday:
Weigh In Day: Saturday
Week: 1
PW (Previous Weight): 187.8
CW (Current Weight): 187.8
Steps for week: 35,753
Shooting for an activity before every meal this week. So far so good.
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