Downsizers - June 2021 Team Chat
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@Megan_smartiepants1970 67 minute walk is a full walk for me. Just a nice leg stretch for you.
I have a few dinners to work around. Tomorrow is wife's birthday. Bison burgers, her choice. Father's day I have no idea so it will be tricky. My birthday in 3 weeks. I will pick something good for that. We will have a 5 inch cake tomorrow and maybe cupcakes on mine. Our fair just opened yesterday with limited shopping and food. I want to go. Don't think they will have rides though.
Have a great weekend everyone. Remember your Roses, rose`s, and bubble bath. Just lock the monsters in their rooms and enjoy.5 -
lindamtuck2018 wrote: »Tazaria87
Saturday
PW 159.8
CW 159.0
Loss w/ MFP since 4/17/20 111 lbs
LTD 164lbs
Steps for 6/11 9009
The farmers market was nice today. We usually go the closer one that's one Sunday mornings but we have plans tomorrow so we went to the one today. It was smaller than the other one but ended up buying some veggies, donuts for the kids and husband, and jalapeno mustard which I had never seen before but the sample was delicious. After we left, we decided to look for garage sales. I was hoping to find some clothes for the kids. No luck there, but they each picked out a couple of toys that they wanted so they are happy haha.
Busy weekend continues. In a couple of hours we are leaving for a house warming party. Then tomorrow morning my husband's mother and husband are coming for a visit. We are making lunch, grilled chicken thighs, fried yellow and sweet potatoes, salad, and homemade bread. They are bringing pineapple upside down cake. That afternoon/early evening the kids have their second swim lesson.
Nice loss! Have you decided on a goal weight? I love both markets and garage sales. Your lunch tomorrow sounds amazing.
For now it's 148, as that's what an online calculator for 'ideal body weight' gave me when I put in my stats. I figure I'll see how I feel once I approach that!5 -
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Username: red1185
PW: 159.2
CW: 160.6
So frustrating!!!
On top of that little gain, this week is not likely to go super awesome because I’m at the beach with family. I drove 6 hours by myself today, so I’m exhausted. I’m concerned what my diet and exercise are going to look like this week. I will do my best to not lose my mind lol.
Step counts for the last few days:
6/7: 7,355
6/8: 9,624
6/9: 2,606
6/10: 13,022
6/11: 5,361
I’m definitely going to try, and do better about responding to all of y’all. I feel neglectful, and y’all are always so supportive! ❤️7 -
I weigh daily and as of today I have lost 80 pounds since March 8, 2020. Of course will probably be heavier tomorrow, just because it's weigh-in day. Went to a relative's high school graduation celebration today and found out that one of my old high school classmates was also related to my relative. Small world. Hadn't seen her in decades since next year is our 40th class reunion. It was good to see many of my relatives since haven't seen most of them since Thanksgiving 2019. Had a piece of white cake with icing and have 350 calories left for supper but know I cam manage that. Have a great weekend.4
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@rwood566
June is a very busy month for you. I can’t wait until we start having fairs up here in Canada. Yesterday we can finally go eat at restaurant patio or buy clothes at the store so that’s a start. Happy Birthday to your wife.
@Tazaria87
You are so close. That’s exciting!
@iradi8
Nice steps!
@red1185
That’s quite the drive no wonder your tired. Enjoy your week at the beach. Maybe you will be able to get some walks while there.
@Beautyofdreams
Congrats! That’s such an amazing accomplishment. It seems like the world is coming alive again. There is a lot one can do with 350 calories.
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SATURDAY
Bike- 30 minutes, 8 miles ❌ 32 minutes, 8 miles
Steps- 10,000 ✅ 14,400
Seltzer- 8 cups ❌ 3
Tracked everything ate and drank ✅
Under calorie budget✅
@Megan_smartiepants1970
Stationary bike- 32 minutes, 8 miles, moderate effort
Steps- 14,400
Yayyyy! Husband was the one who I heard walking around upstairs this morning. He asked to go with me on my walk. We walked for almost 3.25 miles! He also said, he wants to go for more walks. I’m hoping he will want to make this a daily habit. I’m so proud of him 🤗 Later on we took the kids clothes shopping. He was able to get in almost 15,000 steps today 👏👏 I told him that he beat me, I only had 14,400 😆6 -
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Check in for 6/12:
Steps - 3359. Not many today.
Calories - just over 1800. Ate a peanut butter cookie at 1020pm since it is peanut butter cookie day. Didn't know how many calories it had since it was baked in the grocery store. My bad.
Exercise - gym before breakfast. I have got to stop doing that. My body burned out of fuel. 9 machines but only 5 min on the bike. 16 mph level 9 moderate work. Legs went jelly on me.
Sunday is kitchen klutz day. That's me. Making french toast and sausage links for breakfast. I'll count my fingers afterwards even though I'm not using a knife. I can cut myself on anything. Lol
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12th June
Steps: 5,268
@Megan_smartiepants1970
Weather is so hot that I'm not feeling motivated to go on my treadmill! Will try harder5 -
Check in for 6/12
Steps 19,454 . Went grocery shopping . I have been doing good not buying too much junk food. I buy cookies and stuff like that for my husband and son to take in lunches for work but not for me. I have 1 package that I can have some if I want but I am doing good staying out of them. If I want chocolate I eat one of my protein bars. The ones I have are very good. I also can have an ice cream sandwich which are only 140 calories. I don't want to deprive myself . That just doesn't end well.
I also went swimming for 1 1/2 hours. It was great exercise! I even did my 1000 jumps in there and my legs got tired but my knees didn't hurt.
I hope to get in some swimming again today. Have a good day everyone!!7 -
TheresaM787
Maintenance
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@rlaskey2
Terrific step day Rachel 👏🏻👏🏻 Have you tried the Blender Ball cups? Years ago, those were seen everywhere instead of using a blender (much easier to clean).
@lindamtuck2018
Way to go Linda! Amazing step day 👏🏻👏🏻 I'm sorry to hear that you were in so much pain. It's incredible that you still walk, regardless of the pain. HUGE congratulations on going down another two units of insulin 🎉 you are almost off insulin altogether 🙌🏻🙌🏻 I hope you are able to sleep tonight 🤗 By the way, I love the "Good habits are as addictive as bad habits, but far more rewarding." quote. It's true, I never would have thought so until I started on my path. I just saw all of your steps from last week, every day you surpassed your goal 👏🏻👏🏻
@lmf1012
YES! Another fantastic loss Joni 👏🏻👏🏻 Congrats on a high step day and having your daughter back home with you. 🤗 Enjoy your time together.
@azkunk
You did it! Seven days 👏🏻👏🏻 That's a great idea to take a fasting break, especially since it helps to keep you motivated. Your daughter sounds like quite the dancer, that's a huge time commitment.
@Megan_smartiepants1970
Stupid scale! Hide it away. I hate how demotivating the scale can be. Have you called the general surgeon to ask if it has anything to do with the hernia surgery?
I agree with Linda and Joni, your definition of a short walk is completely different than mine also 😆 Oh no, my lack of bladder strength is contagious 🤣
@363days
Thank you Patti, they really needed the Screen Time Checklist to earn screen time or else they'd never leave their iPads. Thanks for reminding me about the screen glasses. I was going to get them the screen glasses, then I never did. I should grab two pairs when we go to Costco later this week. I've heard of that. I really need to just do it. I keep holding onto things, stuff, rationalizing that it's good stuff and that eventually I'll need it. I give you a lot of credit! Congrats on maintaining this week 👏🏻👏🏻 and for trying out a new exercise class. It sounds like you found a new class to add to your routine. That was really motivating to hear that the consistency of walking and taking exercise classes helped your friend lose weight. It really is the good habits that help us. Speaking of good habits, I just saw your weekly steps! Wow Patti, you're doing amazing 🙌🏻🙌🏻
@888Angie888
Oh my goodness! 19,923 that's amazing 👏🏻👏🏻
@Beverly2Hansen
Well done on your loss 👏🏻👏🏻 and for noticing the changes that the loss has made! I'm glad you're excited to be back on track - love that motivation! You're so close to your goal weight 🤗
@Tazaria87
Yes, I've tried to play "the couch is lava" with myself, but that is a discipline that I just don't have the energy for. Way to go Ashley for getting those sneakers on after the littles are in bed👏🏻👏🏻 Terrific loss and high step day 🎉🎉 Wow, you have a busy weekend planned. Your Sunday dinner sounds delicious!
@rwood566
Happy Birthday to Mrs. Roger 🎉 Are you doing the baking? It sounds like you have a great plan for the upcoming events.
Let's celebrate those steps, all steps count 🤩 1,800 with the cookie, terrific day! Yummy Mrs. Roger breakfast plan - French toast and sausage links.
@iradi8
Well done with all of those high steps Sloan👏🏻👏🏻 and again the following day too 🎉
@red1185
I'm glad you got to the beach safe and sound. You got this Rachel! Do the best you can, that's all. If you can get in some walks on the beach even better. When we were just on our staycation with the inlaws (all ten of them- plus my four), I brought along some of my habit foods that help me stay on track. It actually helped a lot, did I splurge on some meals? Yes, I did the best I could, when I could. You can do this, we are here for you 🤗
@Beautyofdreams
Deb that's phenomenal 👏🏻👏🏻 80 pounds 🎉Congratulations!! It sounds like you had a wonderful time at the reunion, it's a small world isn't it? Well done with your day, you had extra calories remaining. I love it when that happens.
@Bluetail6
You had a great week of high steps Lee! How are you feeling?
@roz0810
Motivation is sometimes the hardest part. One of the habits that they spoke about on the We Only Look Thin podcast, is to try to do the same habit every day (walking) even if it's just for five minutes. They rationalized that if you just can get in a bit of walking, then you will be more motivated to continue each day. I don't know what kind of voodoo they are talking about, but I tried it and it works.
@amymartin555
Another super high step day! I like how you don't deprive yourself, that's a great key to making sure we stay on track. Have you tried Halo Top ice cream? It's my new go to for an ice cream fix (tip I received was to leave out your portion for about ten minutes to soften up before eating). Mmmmm it's 7:30 in the morning and now I'm craving Halo Top. I need to get my sneakers on before I raid the freezer.
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Off to go walking! Have a wonderful day everyone.5 -
Good morning team!! It’s a fantastic day for healthy habits and taking great care of ourselves.
@Megan_smartiepants1970
6/12 steps 8,618
Planning an early morning walk as it’s already getting steamy outside here.4 -
20th Consecutive Sunday fast...
Blood Ketones 1.3
Blood Glucose 112
GKI 4.79
Fat intake was higher yesterday on purpose, and my ketones actually dropped today... So I really don't know how any of this works. lol
Other then that... I'm making bread with a new batch of yeast. If this doesn't work, I'm taking a shotgun to the bread maker.
The rest of the day will be relax and stay of the internet day. 😆
And pray the weight loss fairy arrives over the course of the night.4 -
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Spending morning with grandkids. Will catchup later.5
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What is one mini goal (a goal you can hit daily)
that you can later use as a Non-Scale Victory (NSV)?
We all know mine - drink five cups of seltzer every day (aim for eight cups).2 -
So happy! Before I went on my walk, I left a note for hubby letting him know to call me if he wants to go for a walk and I'll come home, so we can walk together. I was about a mile and a half away when I got the text that he was awake and wanted to go for a walk 🤩 Speed walked home - looked like a duck waddling as fast as I could. Saw him outside waiting for me. We repeated the route we took yesterday, which was about 3.25 miles. He did two long walks, one yesterday and one today! He wants to try to make it every day (except for Mondays because he has meetings all morning). Keeping fingers crossed that he turns walking into a habit.7
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