Downsizers - April 2021 Team Chat
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@lindamtuck2018 - Apologies in mixing up the sequence of Prior Weight and then Current Weight all this time - I hope you didn't have me gaining weight all these months! LOL Although this week was actually a gain
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JimBoden3
Weigh-in Day: Monday (Apr 12, 2021)
PW: 209.6
CW: 211.6
SW: 240
Not exactly how I had planned this week to end but last week my right heel splitting during jogging due to dry skin so that limited active walking. I felt like what I imagine a ballerina would be doing walking on the balls of my feet for a few days - anyway, after 5 days of lotion (twice daily), that issue seems to be in my rear-view mirror. Friday I got my first vaccine shot and while I wasn't down for the count I felt a little sluggish and just wasn't that motivated to exercise (could have been mental - hard to say but what's done is done). Add to that going out to dinner twice on the weekend (kids sports and my mom's birthday dinner last night) and I added 3.5 pounds since Friday morning so I'm sure some of that is water weight. Now the good news. The new rower arrived last week however I mistakenly thought a part was missing and didn't assemble it until late last night after realizing my error. Anyway I'm looking forward to trying it out after work tonight and getting into a new habit. I emptied out the exercise room and still need to put it back together but I'll include a picture next week ... along with a weight loss posting I hope. Next weekend Susan & I are driving up to Bloomington, Indiana to take our 2nd daughter out for her 21st birthday so it looks like I'll have some meals on the road to add to next week's challenge.5 -
Steps 9,293
So close to 10K. Yesterday was relaxing, did my chest/triceps workout and upped the weight so feel it today. Took my son to basketball but sat in the car and watched because after the gorgeous day sat we are back to chilly gray days. I anticipate doing the same thing later today at soccer.
Rest of the day was cleaning and relaxing at home. I need get my snacking under control the sugar cravings are crazy right now. My meals are all mostly healthy then I blow it by eating crap!4 -
Daily Post April 11
Tracked Yes
Under Calorie Yes
Water 99oz
Steps 9065
Exercise 60min trail at the lake
So after my headache went away, I called my mom to see if they wanted to go walking. It was my husband and I and our kids, and my parents all together. My daughter was in a stroller and my son walked. I wasn't sure if he'd make the 3 miles or not but he ended up doing great. Kids have way more energy than I gave him credit for haha. He kept wanted to do jogging spurts so I thought 'what the heck' and I did them with him! We jogged for about 20 seconds (he's only 5) 6 different times during the 3 mile trail. It felt incredible. My dad told me after, that was something he never thought he'd see haha.
Little update on my parents btw. They are both still using the app and doing great. Mom has lost 16lbs, dad has lost 35!5 -
@Tazaria87
Glad that headache went away and you had a nice walk. That is great your parents are being so successful. Congrats to them both!
@azkunk
Your puppies are adorable. Your plateau has to break soon.
@363days
No problem to weigh in early!
@TheresaM787
Thanks for the advice. I turned off my iPad early and I read instead. I still had trouble falling asleep but did eventually. I did wake up an hour later feeling stressed out and ended up eating.
@Beautyofdreams
Nice loss!
@Bluetail6
That is a weird call. It is too bad it took his child being bullied to see the error of his ways.
@rwood566
Awesome steps!
@mszoueb
Nice loss! Lifting those patio slabs would have given a nice calorie burn. Four months without takeout is a great achievement.
@jimboden3
It always catch’s me off guard but I am careful to watch for that. Glad your heel is better. The best thing I find for my heels is bag balm. It’s messy but it works great. Can’t wait to see a picture of that rower.
@rlaskey2
It is so frustrating to have the meals down pat but have to deal with sugar cravings. One way I have read is to eat something sour when you have a sugar craving.
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April Week 2 Top Steppers Are:
1st @Megan_smartiepants1970 -143,295 steps
2nd @888Angie888 - 114,020 steps
3rd @lcfa5317 -100,782 steps
4th @rlaskey2 - 92,148 steps
5th @TheresaM787 -91,800 steps
A BIG CONGRATS LADIES
AS A GROUP WE WALKED 1,011,376 STEPS ..WELL DONE EVERYONE
Recognizing everyone to pledged their steps
@lindamtuck2018 -7/7
@Megan_smartiepants1970 -6/7
@lelbarou 1/7
@Piqueaboo -2/7
@888Angie888 -4/7
@363days - 0/7
@TheresaM787 -6/7
@azkunk -2/7
@rlaskey2- 4/7
@Tazaria87 -4/7
@Z1ORtza- 5/7
@cesse47 - 7/7
@red1185 -1/7
@rwood566 - 3/7
@missysave0612 -0/7
@Bluetail6 -2/7
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Sunday’s check in
✅Steps 5,182
❌Sleep
✅Walk
✅Water
My sleep was off again. I fell asleep but woke up in middle of night and ended up eating. I have to stop stressing about things I can’t change. I think part of this is it is coming up on 2 years since we have seen our parents. My parents are in their late 70’s and Garry’s dad will be 86 next month. They way things are going we won’t get to see them anytime soon. It is frustrating but again something I can not change.
It is pouring rain out and my Garry got sent home. I am going to take a break from walking today. I am going to try and get an appointment for my blood work today. That way I can take advantage of the car being here. My rheumatologist appointment and my diabetic check are in the next 2 weeks and I need blood work done for both.
Have a great day!5 -
4/11 Steps: 7,435
@azkunk your puppies are ADORABLE!
@Bluetail6 that’s a very strange phone call. I’m impressed with the way that you handled it. Idk that I could’ve done the same.3 -
Steps 4/11: 12,999
Daily mini-workout ✔️1 -
Hello Everyone. This is just a quick check in. We are on the way to the emergency vet with our dog. His regular vet can't see him, and they are down a vet at his regular place. Will check in later.4
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@Bluetail6 - I hope all is well with you dog. As far as the phone call goes , it’s good that he actually realized the gravity of his actions even if it’s too little and too late
@red1185 - thanks 🐶🥰
@lindamtuck2018 - have you tried melatonin?
@Tazaria87 - nice job getting the whole family involved in the walk
@rlaskey2 - sugar cravings are getting me too.
@jimboden3 - can’t wait to hear how you like the rower. I placed my order for the C2 today 😁
@mszoueb - you are doing such a great job 🤩 The pups are adjusting well and my almost 15 yr old Westie is keeping up with them when she’s not being a grump
@rwood566 - thanks. They are definitely keeping us busy 😊
@Piqueaboo - they are super cute and have us all obsessed. I just hope my kids don’t lose interest in helping with the training too fast.3 -
@Megan_smartiepants1970
Peloton 30 minutes, 8 miles, moderate effort
Steps 5,500
@lindamtuck2018
I’m so sorry to hear that! Insomnia is terrible. I wish I had the answer to help you. I hope you find something that works for you. Great job getting your water and steps in, even with your lack of sleep.
Congratulations to everyone working on their steps- over 1 million steps! You are amazing 🤩
@Bluetail6
I hope everything is ok.
@Tazaria87
Well done! That’s a long walk for a little one. It sounds like you both did awesome 🥳 love that all of you were together and walking!2 -
@azkunk what are their names? Boys or girls?
@Bluetail6 prayers for your dog.
Started making ham hock and beans for dinner. Didn't know we had to keep checking the water level and let it boil dry. Lost the beans but saved the hock. Pulled out a can veg and improvised. Not what I wanted for dinner but I at least ate a good amount instead of stuffing myself. I'm going to go for a walk before it gets dark. Got the word that cardio refused my referral again. They keep demanding my surgery date for weightloss procedure. We have told them 3 times that I am not planning on that surgery. I think I may have to go there and try to talk to someone in person. Otherwise nothing will happen with my light headedness. Sorry for the vent here.
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Username: transparentenigma
Steps: 7000+
PW: 303
CW: 301.6
Exercise: yes
Water: yes ( just literally drank 6 ounces of water to make it
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Username. lcfa5317
PW 192
CW 191.3
Steps = 10,604
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@transparentenigma very nice stats.
@Tazaria87 congrats on getting your family involved. it really livens up the walks when you're with everyone.
@lindamtuck2018 i hope you can get your sleep under control soon. i'd send you some aroma patches i got when i was having problems sleeping, but getting them over the border would be a pain.
check-in for 4/12:
steps - 7534. i'll get more later tonight when i go pick up my daughter from work.
calories - under 1800. i have extra room due to reduced dinner but i don't know if i want dessert.
exercise - yes. 20 min working my arms with 15 lb dumbbell. 3.57 mile walk after dinner in 1 hr 13 min.2 -
Today was a good day. I had off today so my morning walk was a little later than usual and it was already hot and sunny by 8:00. I only walked about 25 minutes and it was a little bit of a slower pace, so I made sure to walk another 20 minutes tonight during my daughter’s dance class. My macros were on track today and I am more than 100 calories below target. I have ver 10K steps so far and I should hit my water goal soon. It feels good to have a day like this again.
Goals for tomorrow:
1. Walk for 30 minutes (before 7am)
2. Pack food for work and eat it
3. 90 oz water
4. Take at least 2 walk breaks and have 6500 steps before leaving work4 -
We just got back from the vet!! I'm tired and hungry. I'll have info tomorrow. Thank you all for your good thoughts. I'm grateful I have some good eating habits in place... This has been a tough few weeks. I'm up to it. So don't worry. Lee🧡0
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@red1185
Great steps!
@888Angie888
Nice steps! You are doing great with your mini challenge!
@Bluetail6
Hope your dog is ok. Don’t let the stress take you away from those good habits.
@azkunk
Melatonin made me really hyper when I took it. I know, I am weird.
@TheresaM787
Nice biking!
@rwood566
Vent away! We are here to listen. Great job on your steps! It’s funny you mention aroma patches. I just ordered an essential oil roller to help with headaches. (Anything is worth trying). Maybe it will help with sleep. Great job on exercise and sleep.
@transparentenigma
Awesome loss! Also, great job on the water.
@lcfa5317
Nice loss!
@azkunk
I hope you have another great one today. You make a good plan to ensure your goals are met. I am in awe of yours plan to have 6,500 steps before work.
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Monday’s check in
✅Steps 5,248
✅Sleep
✅Walk
✅Water
I fell asleep pretty fast last night. I did wake up for a period during the night but I didn’t eat and i managed enough sleep to meet my sleep goal. I have my fingers crossed that tonight is the same but lose that awake period. I got my blood work done and I did a short walk around the apartment. It’s sunny today so I am going for a walk soon and enjoy it while it lasts. I am going to be getting my mri soon for my headaches. They called me yesterday and I have a phone appointment on Thursday for intake. Now if my spinal mri was scheduled I would be so happy.
I talked to my husband last night and if the borders to Newfoundland are still closed by August, we are going to try and get an exemption to be able to go see our parents. We will have to spend two weeks in a hotel or Airbnb to isolate and then we can see them. This relieved some of my stress and I am hoping it will help with my sleep.
Have a terrific Tuesday!5 -
Daily Post April 12
Tracked Yes
Under Calorie Yes
Water 111oz
Steps 9006
Exercise Mowed my lawn for 70mins
My neices were here all day. Everyone was pretty well behaved and I got a lot of cleaning done. After they left I went and mowed the lawn for the first time of the season. I came back in the house after and my husband was like 'are you done?'. So I said yes and he commented on how the last time I used to mow (2 years ago) I'd come back in sweating and huffing and puffing lol. It didn't even make me tired this time.
My older neice turns 2 on Saturday and my brother has asked me to help him make some of the food. He has the week off of work so it looks like we will be doing some hanging out! He works an awful lot so I really don't see him that often. It's always my sister-in-law that drops off and picks up the girls.
Today I'm going to finish shopping for my neice's birthday and some other things I need. Then mom and I are going to the pre-sale for consignors of the sale I've been talking about. My kids both need sandals for the summer, and my son needs shorts.3 -
Steps 13,426
I had my contractors here in the am then did my boxing workout. I got a request from a recruiter to connect today so did some research on the company. Spent a ridiculous amount of time getting my new laptop set up to print from my printer wirelessly. Sat in my car for soccer for an hour since too cold this week and made an underwhelming dinner. My fam likes shrimp and I hate it, sometimes when it comes up on my weekly meal plan I try to be nice and make it but I need to stop because I can’t stomach it.2 -
Steps 4/12: 18,926
Daily mini-workout ✔️1 -
My steps
@Megan_smartiepants1970
1/04/2021 9.553 steps
2/04/2021 8.306 steps
3/04/2021 21.314 steps
4/04/2021 8.432 steps
5/04/2021 18.384 steps
6/04/2021 8.908 steps
7/04/2021 11.952 steps
8/04/2021 5.092 steps
9/04/2021 7.884 steps
10/04/2021 9.684 steps
11/04/2021 7.515 steps
12/04/2021 9.228 steps
Weight
@lindamtuck2018
131 kg = 288.8 lbs1 -
@Bluetail6 - I am hoping it’s nothing too serious with your dog. It’s so hard when they are not well because you never truly know what’s going on with them. I wish they could just tell us how they feel.
@lindamtuck2018 - too bad about the melatonin. We just had a pharmacist present it’s benefits to the leadership team (sleep issues seem to be common in leaders). As far as the 6500 step goal, that is before I leave work, not before I get to work. I am not a morning person. So, even 20 minutes is an accomplishment for me.1 -
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iradi8
Tuesday
PW: 196.6
CW: 196.6
LTD: 56.0 pounds (SW 252.6)
I am good with staying exactly the same! My surgery was on April 5 which is eight days ago. All went very well. Pathology was sent off and I got the word that everything is normal. I was not really concerned about that anyway. My weight fluctuated during this time and went all the way up to 203! I cannot exercise or lift anything for two weeks, so that is hard. I am not an idle person and don't like not getting my steps. Lol.
I have to go right now, but I wanted to send a quick update and hope to post more later tonight:)
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Re-evaluated calories that MFP set for me to lose 0.5 lb/wk. Adjusted calories today and will see how this works. Had for me a success yesterday. I was finally able to squat to parallel in good form with a barbell I have extensive diabetic nerve damage in my right hip and from the knees down in both legs which cause muscle weakness. It has taken me months to work up from air squats to goblet squats to barbell squats. I am excited to build on this.
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