Downsizers - April 2021 Team Chat
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Will post more tomorrow. Just a lot going on. My friend passed away on Wednesday. I am just fine. I will miss him terribly, of course. I'm just so very grateful he isn't in pain anymore💛. And, there is another angel looking out🙂.
@Megan_smartiepants1970.
Steps:
04/07: 6,783
04/08: 13,038
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Ugg... Can't sleep yet. But, thankfully, tomorrow will be a light day!!
Oops, posted the wrong one.3 -
This is what I meant to post!!
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@lindamtuck2018
Username: @363 days
Weigh in - Friday
PW 173
CW 172
I got up to 175 this week and so I'm very happy to have lost a pound. Hmm I've been trying to think what made the difference this week - at the first of the week I was eating too late and it was very salty things. For the last couple of days I've cut off at 6:00 PM - I even had some of my fav - Cool Whip, but it didn't negatively affect me. I'm still trying to eat clean but as you can see, I'm allowing small divergences, too which may keep me from a binge.
My son is trying to get from Alaska to Oregon for a new job and he has to go through Canada to get there. I'm very impressed with the Canadian government and how stringent they are being at letting people in the border. He said people were showing up without the required Covid test and for other reasons are not being let in. The line was very long and it took a while, but they let the two of them in. They have to take another Covid test while there and track everywhere they have been and with whom they have had contact. If they are there for more than 10 days they will arrest them. They are just making sure people really do keep moving unless they have specifically said they are going to Canada for another reason. It sounds like it was a highly organized border crossing, much different than when they went through last Spring and it is probably one reason why Canada's Covid rates are lower than the U.S.1 -
@rlaskey2 I'm curious to hear if you get any affects from the J & J. If I'd had that option, I think I would have gone that route because it covers more. Nice steps!
@Megan_smartiepants1970 Megan, your feet sound like they are in such pain. When you walk the long distances, is it painful for you, or is the walking something that doesn't hit the pain areas? You are really someone who shows a great deal of determination. I understand not wanting to have another surgery - recovery time is so frustrating. If you have to have it, my sister told me that taking out the screw in her ankle was the best thing she had every done. Good luck with the upcoming appointments.2 -
@888Angie888
Nice loss!
@azkunk
You sure do have a lot of stress. I hope your puppy shopping goes well. I am so excited to see your rower when it comes. It will be a new tool for you on the weight loss journey. I can’t even think back to the days of juggling kids and work especially when you have a major project to work on. Try to crave out a few minutes for yourself.
@TheresaM787
Thank you for your kind words.
@rlaskey2
It must feel good to have your vaccine. I am patiently waiting for a call for my appointment.
@Bluetail6
Amazing loss! That’s one thing I struggle with is turning my iPad off early enough. I am going to purchase a pair of blue light glasses and try and cheat. Sorry for the loss of your friend. Hold those wonderful memories close.
@363days
Nice loss! Good for you for recognizing what can be causing the jump in weight and making changes. It’s good to hear your son is on his way to his new home.
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@Megan_smartiepants1970
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@cesse47
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Just a reminder on the weigh in format. It makes it a lot easier for me to find.
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lindamtuck2018
Friday
PW 216
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Thursday’s check in
Daily Goals
✅Steps 6,206
✅Sleep
✅Walk
✅Water
All I can say is at least I didn’t gain. The binge on Wednesday and I had way too much sodium yesterday are definitely the reasons I didn’t have a bigger loss. A new week of eating is starting so I just have to keep trying. I don’t care if it takes me 5 years to get to goal, I am never giving up!
My walk got disrupted yesterday as a friend sent me a video chat and I sat on a rock for an hour chatting with her. I did finish the walk after. I am waiting for the weather to clear up so I can get out there today. I never got my meals planned yesterday so I have to get that done before my walk.
Happy Friday!
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@rlaskey2 I'm curious to hear if you get any affects from the J & J. If I'd had that option, I think I would have gone that route because it covers more. Nice steps!
@Megan_smartiepants1970 Megan, your feet sound like they are in such pain. When you walk the long distances, is it painful for you, or is the walking something that doesn't hit the pain areas? You are really someone who shows a great deal of determination. I understand not wanting to have another surgery - recovery time is so frustrating. If you have to have it, my sister told me that taking out the screw in her ankle was the best thing she had every done. Good luck with the upcoming appointments.
With my New Balance shoes I am not in pain while out there ...it is when I come home that my feet start to throb .... I had x-rays in both feet yesterday and I see him again next week ..Then the following week I have my hernia surgery (again) ....It is never ending with me ughh3 -
Megan_smartiepants1970
PW 225.0
CW 223.4 (Loss 1.6 lbs)
LTD 45.6 lbs
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Steps 4/8: 16,3971
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Daily Post April 8
Tracked Yes
Under Calorie Yes
Water 104oz
Steps 6842
Exercise Carrying boxes/bins up and down stairs
After my neices got picked up in the early afternoon, I rocked on loading up my sale stuff. I carried all the boxes, bins, and baby equipment up the stairs from the basement and then out to the car. It was like a tetris puzzle figuring out where everything could fit haha. And I drive a 3 row SUV! I had a lot of stuff. Thankfully, my mom is going to be going with today so I have a few things to put in her car that wouldn't fit in mine. I know I was short on steps yesterday but my back was already crampy from carrying everything so I decided not to worry about it just one time. I needed my back to be good today because I have to carry all that same stuff into the building to be checked, and then also go put each item out on the floor myself. I'm praying at least most of it sells so that I don't have much to take back home lol.3 -
rwood566
check in day: friday
PW 337.2
CW 333.0
i had a good week despite that ugly, but very delicious, lunch. i didn't stress over it to much, just altered my plans for dinner and grabbed a walk in the heat.
@Megan_smartiepants1970 good luck with your feet. i know how it is to carry a screw for life. i have one in my right foot since 1992.
thursday check-up:
steps - maybe 1000? i didn't wear my fit-bit until i went to bed. i stayed inside most of the day with a headache.
calories - well within my 1800. if this keeps up maybe i'll lower it again.
exercise - i washed the car at a car wash. took 9 minutes. i always have fun doing it. i wish i could do it at home with a sponge like i did as a kid.
i'm sure there are several people i'd like to comment to, but unfortunately my memory problem is in high gear today. i had to read 2 pages of posts and was forgetting what i read 4 posts later. i don't like writing things down but i may have to start. congrats to everyone who got shots. i remember someone lost their pet but he got to go in loving arms. that's ultimate love and respect. high class. good weigh ins everyone.
@Tazaria87 good luck with the consignment sale. i hope the only thing you have to bring back are boxes full of cash. they will probably be lighter than those you took out.5 -
Thanks @rwood566 ... I am hoping I do not have to have another foot surgery ...I am beyond done with being cut open2
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Steps 18,788
Went for a 3 miles walk near the water with a friend and did my legs workout later in the day. Skinnytaste dinner was general tsao’s chicken with organs ginger broccoli and brown rice and no one complained.4 -
@Megan_smartiepants1970 steps for 4/6 were 17,3491
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Username: piqueaboo
Weigh In Day: Friday
SW (Starting Weight): 249 lbs
PW (Previous Weight): 212.6 lbs
CW (Current Weight): 210.4 lbs
Slowly moving back to where I was although this week was not easy for me, I didn't have much energy so went quite slow. I'll attempt to get some sports in tomorrow, it's started raining again so it is a bit demotivating. But I'm practising being kind to myself, we all have off days or weeks!
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rwood566
check in day: friday
PW 337.2
CW 333.0
i had a good week despite that ugly, but very delicious, lunch. i didn't stress over it to much, just altered my plans for dinner and grabbed a walk in the heat.
@Megan_smartiepants1970 good luck with your feet. i know how it is to carry a screw for life. i have one in my right foot since 1992.
thursday check-up:
steps - maybe 1000? i didn't wear my fit-bit until i went to bed. i stayed inside most of the day with a headache.
calories - well within my 1800. if this keeps up maybe i'll lower it again.
exercise - i washed the car at a car wash. took 9 minutes. i always have fun doing it. i wish i could do it at home with a sponge like i did as a kid.
i'm sure there are several people i'd like to comment to, but unfortunately my memory problem is in high gear today. i had to read 2 pages of posts and was forgetting what i read 4 posts later. i don't like writing things down but i may have to start. congrats to everyone who got shots. i remember someone lost their pet but he got to go in loving arms. that's ultimate love and respect. high class. good weigh ins everyone.
@Tazaria87 good luck with the consignment sale. i hope the only thing you have to bring back are boxes full of cash. they will probably be lighter than those you took out.
That would be fabulous, thank you!1 -
Hard to type. Cat is on my lap needing extra love. Laptop typing not easy @with one hand. @lindamtuck2018. Ilove your comment about "never giving up." Later, friends.1
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@Megan_smartiepants1970
Nice loss!
@Tazaria87
Sounds like you probably burned a ton of calories moving the boxes. I hope get everything sold.
@rwood566
Amazing loss! I feel for you with the headache and memory problems. Ever since I got covid in December I have had headaches and memory problems. I know the memory issues drive me insane. My husband always teases me and tell me it’s old age. Hope your headache is better.
@rlaskey2
Awesome steps! You make the most amazing suppers.
@Piqueaboo
Great loss! I think acknowledging that it was a hard week and telling yourself is ok is so important. It is so easy to be kind to others but very hard to be the same with ourselves.
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@Bluetail6 sorry about your friend's loss. i've always thought that some pets, cats in particular, could sense when we need some comforting and so they come and bug us. nice weight loss, also.
@Piqueaboo slow is good when slow is required. 2 lbs in a week is excellent when you have to go slow. always listen to your body.
@rlaskey2 those meals sound great. i'm going to have to check them out. great step counts.
@lindamtuck2018 i wound up going to bed 2 hours early to help with the headache. luckily it was gone this morning. thank you. my memory problems drive me bonkers. i'll forget things almost immediately and sometimes i'll remember things completely out of the blue.3 -
4/9
34 minute walk.
96 oz fluid.
over calories but under maintenance calories.
We had my sister & brother-in-law over for a large supper. Started reading Atomic Habits tonight. Seeing doctor next week to discuss the medication changes made. My weight has gone up from the change and no longer on the verge of passing out in the mornings. Healing has stalled on my right foot where I ripped the skin off. Doctor wants me to stay off my feet but that will not keep my weight under control so will try some short walks until see the doctor again.
In the beginning of April I was approached by MFP for an interview in response to a post that I had written. After much deliberation, I did the interview and sent my photos off. If it is published will appear in the "Victory blogs" I am not holding my breath that it will be published as the people in those stories are amazing and I am rather an addictive personality that has to be careful what habits I develop.
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lindamtuck2018 wrote: »@Megan_smartiepants1970
Nice loss!
@Tazaria87
Sounds like you probably burned a ton of calories moving the boxes. I hope get everything sold.
@rwood566
Amazing loss! I feel for you with the headache and memory problems. Ever since I got covid in December I have had headaches and memory problems. I know the memory issues drive me insane. My husband always teases me and tell me it’s old age. Hope your headache is better.
@rlaskey2
Awesome steps! You make the most amazing suppers.
@Piqueaboo
Great loss! I think acknowledging that it was a hard week and telling yourself is ok is so important. It is so easy to be kind to others but very hard to be the same with ourselves.
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check in for 4/9:
steps - 8122. a good amount for me
calories - 1750. under my 1800 limit and i was able to have a large desert. caramel corn and the last of the coffee cake. i'm trying to get all of the bad stuff out of the house slowly.
exercise - a little nature walk in the morning. only 10 minutes. i thought it would be a longer trail. great bird songs and no people. in the afternoon i went on a 2.23 mile walk to make up for it.
@Beautyofdreams huge congrats on your interview. i hope you are chosen. everyone needs their story told and i like your humbleness.
have a great weekend, everyone. may all of you find something to smile and chuckle about each day.5 -
Steps 9;901
Fitbit died at the end of the day at some point. Did shoulder workout and a dog walk. Grocery shopped and cleaned my refrigerator which was so in need. Last night went to a gathering for my friends daughters birthday held outside. So nice that we are getting to weather where we can all start to get together again safely. Most there had at least one vaccine if not both. Vaccines are going to be opened up to everyone here on the 19th. 🙌 I did have a couple of slices of pizza and some white claw seltzer’s at least they are only 100 calories. They are my beverage of choice in the summer month when socializing since they are low calorie and fill me up being bubbly yet still allow me to partake in social drinking.4 -
@Beautyofdreams
I have to take time to order that book today. Take care of your foot. You don’t want to be laid up for an extended period of time. Let me know when the interview gets posted as I really want to read it.
@rwood566
Great job having desert and staying under calories.
@rlaskey2
Your steps are great even with your Fitbit dying.
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@Tazaria87
@red1185
@AlphaEliJoe
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@azkunk
@Beautyofdreams
@TheresaM787
Just a reminder on the weigh in format. It makes it a lot easier for me to find.
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