Shape Shifters Team Chat - SEPTEMBER 2022
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Ewilhelm2487
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@ewilhelm2487 before having my gallbladder out I had to modify my diet for a while as well. I found that as long as my meals were low in cholesterol and fat they were well tolerated. If vegetarian is working for you that’s great!! Paneer is a favourite vegetarian meat substitute in my house. I’m not sure if it’ll be to high in fat though.
Trying to find foods low in fat that I actually like, seems to be my problem. I've been doing really well this past week. I live a almost fully vegetarian diet, I do eat ground turkey and chicken but maybe only once a week. I purchased Simple truth meatless crumbles and it's really good with Mexican foods, I'll definitely have to try Paneer! My problem is I sometimes have the palate of a toddler🤣🤣.1 -
PatriceFitnessPal wrote: »@ewilhelm2487 - I’m not a vegetarian but I’d like to incorporate more fruit, vegetables, and legumes into my diet. We lived in Japan for many years, and my husband is half Japanese, so we eat a lot of tofu. We buy the firm tofu, which is nice on its own with some soy sauce and scallions. We also like Japanese vegetable curry, and meat-free curry from other countries, too.
For the slow cooker, I like to make chili with vegetables and beans. You can also add the meatless crumbles and I’ll bet your meat-eating family members won’t be able to tell the difference. If you like Mediterranean food, hummus and falafel are too good options. It’s easy to make or buy hummus so I like to buy the large size Arabic bread and separate the pita into two large circles by cutting around the edge. Then, it’s easy to spread a thin layer of cucumber yogurt spread or hummus and add any vegetables you like. For soup, lentils and white beans are great to add.
We sometimes use the meatless crumbles to make fajitas, tacos, or burritos if you think your family would enjoy those. Of course, you can also make a big salad and have some chicken, beef, or salmon available on the side for others. A baked potato with sides (e.g., bacon, cheese, or sour cream for them and cucumber yogurt topping for you?) is another option. I’ll try to think about a few other plant-based staples we like and post a recipe or two in Jessica’s weekly challenge space. It takes a little practice but I’m sure you’ll be able to gradually complement your usual dishes with more vegetarian choices over time. I think the key is not to be too strict or hard on yourself all at once. To me, it seems easier to start with some (low fat) chicken or fish with vegetables while you practice switching in replacement options for the higher fat items, but you’ll find what works for you. I just take longer to adjust to new behaviors than other people, I think.
Thank you for your input, I really do appreciate you taking the time to give me so many examples. I did make a big pot of chili last week and added ground turkey plus 3 beans. It was protein packed and very minimal fat.
I am not a Mediterranean diet fan lol I tried hummus once and really liked it but that's it. I've never tried tofu but it looks like it has a weird consistency, I wouldn't buy a whole thing of it, just in case I don't like it. I'm not big on trying new foods lol1 -
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Daily step goal: 10,000
Fri 9/23: 13,577
Sat 9/24: 12,799
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@KHill875 Hey there...I added you to the Step Challenge during September, so report your steps so I can catch you up...hope your walking is going well! This month has been a challenge for me, but I think I'll meet my monthly goal...been doing pretty good with my daily goal. What was your daily goal?
Let me know! Thanks!
Jessica1 -
Steps:
9/18 5,989
9/19 10,175
9/20 10,579
9/21 8,326
9/22 10,473
9/23 5,754
9/24 8,5162 -
I recognized lots of names among the “honorable mentions” for this week. Congratulations to all the Shape Shifter team leaders for the week!2
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Sundays
PW: 191.8
CW: 188.9
I’ve been struggling a lot this month. It’s mostly showing in my steps that I just can’t seem to keep up with. I’m still grieving and dealing with a lot a work. I’ve started taking a Pilates class 3x a week as well. That has helped tremendously. Even if it’s just for that hour, I can shut everything else out and just focus on my body.4 -
@msashleybing Glad to hear you're taking control as much as possible and finding what works for you, helping you to concentrate on your physical, mental and emotional health. Grief is so hard to handle because it's unexpected and hits so randomly. Great loss the last two weeks! I'm glad you're finding your way to peace...take care!
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I’m sorry you’re struggling @msashleybing. Your Pilates class is a good way to work through your grief. Taking time to care for yourself is important. Sending you warm wishes.2
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jessicakrall8 Hi Jess, Hope you feel much better very soon - sending well wishes your way!
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@Walela617
No Steps on 9/24 or 9/25 (Fitness tracker not worn)
PW: 158.6
Weigh-in on Thursday, 9/22: 159.6 ("Oktoberfest" meal and 2, 16 oz. beers the night before at 9pm!) oops.
The scale says I already got rid of the temporary gain from last week; hopefully, this Thursday will be a better showing.
Have a great week everyone!
(Carole)
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Steps 25 Sep: 15.416
Good morning Shape Shifters. Finished the puzzle finally. It was a pretty tough one and I don't see myself making it again, so I will find it a new home. The next puzzle is very colorful and fun so I am excited to work on that one. I took a picture of all the puzzles I currently have and still need to do. There are a lot of them!
I lost my log in streak on MFP which is a little sad, but fitting since I need to start all over again with my weight loss anyway. Happy Monday everyone
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Ok. Here it is yall.
Pw: 215.6
Cw:221.6
As I had some tummy troubles last week, I ended up too much sodium , for which I'm now swollen in my extremities. This is. Not a good thing for me as I'm on a low sodium diet, heart healthy. So now I'm focused on getting back to normal the last few days.1 -
@CasandraW
The impossible I had picked out was a bunch of butterflies everywhere, so I think this picture is a bit easier. I am not sure if I will enjoy it though, because I love starting a new puzzle and beginning with the edge, which these don't have. So we will see!1 -
JenHul
Weigh in day Mondays
PW: 182.2
CW: 180.4
LTD: -1.8
Started tracking food again, trying to stay consistent in that. I have started a new shift this week, so hoping a more stable work structure will help with walking in the evenings. Have a good week everybody!3 -
9/20-5,541
9/21-5,328
9/22-7,172
9/23-6,205
9/24-9,177
9/25-12,0892 -
Hi SS.... You have a new member joining your team for October...Please welcome @maryk1a1
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OMG, I am so glad I made the decision to leave this job. We had a meeting to discuss how to cut down on nursing visits because Ill be leaving, and both middle school and high school nursing offices are constantly busy, and 75% of the visits are either super minor and dont need a nurse, or not a nursing problem. My boss made a comment that the principals said that we sit at our desks and do nothing all day...Dude if I ever wanted to lose it on someone, that would have been it. I have been extremely busy, and am so far behind on other stuff because I have a never ending flow of kids in my office. most days I dont even eat until 230 and even then I am interrupted 2-5 times while eating. They automatically take 30 minutes out for lunch and I dont even get to take a lunch, ever.
Now my ranting is over, I have 2 weeks left here, then Im out. Once I am done here, I will be way more active and I can not wait. that job is a very active job, and having 3 days off a week, I plan to work out those 3 days, and hopefully the mornings of the other days as well, get back into my healthy lifestyle I once lived. I used to plan every meal, do meal planning, If what the family wanted wasnt super healthy, I would make seperate meals, but as of the last couple years I ended up working more and then working 6-7 days a week, health and fitness went on the back burner, and I have been so exhausted that workouts almost completely went down the drain, so with this switch, I am going to start working on my self again, and I can not wait, I feel like such a huge weight has been lifted, its just crazy, I didnt realize how much my situation has been weighing me down.6 -
@angmarie28 I'm so happy for you!! You sound so relieved2
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@angmarie28 , some times improving our mental or emotional health issues in the long run can improve our physical as well. It all actually ties in. It took me such a long time to realize that.1
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Susanna527
Monday Weigh-Ins
PW: 204
CW: 200.3
I am doing my best to get out of the 200s with next week's weigh-in Hope everyone is doing well....xo 3 -
Megan_smartiepants1970 wrote: »Hi SS.... You have a new member joining your team for October...Please welcome @maryk1a1
WELCOME @maryk1a1 !! So glad you found us!! Take a few minutes and go back to page 1 and read our FAQ file, which is the first posting in September. It should answer a lot of your questions. If not please post your questions and we'll try to help in any way we can. Also, take time to introduce yourself and tell us a little about your goals!
I hope you find this team to be as helpful as I have over the years I've been here. On behalf of the whole team and our two motivators @PatriceFitnessPal and @angmarie28 again, welcome! Let us know how we can better support you!
Jessica
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@angmarie28 mental health is so important and life is way too short to have to put up with stuff. I am glad you are changing jobs.1
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jessicakrall8 wrote: »@KHill875 Hey there...I added you to the Step Challenge during September, so report your steps so I can catch you up...hope your walking is going well! This month has been a challenge for me, but I think I'll meet my monthly goal...been doing pretty good with my daily goal. What was your daily goal?
Let me know! Thanks!
Jessica
9/1 - 11,952
9/2 - 9,689
9/3 - 8,002
9/4 - 6,664
9/5 - 5,364
9/6 - 17,204
9/7 - 14,672
9/8 - 15,915
9/9 - 14,026
9/10 - 6,829
9/11 - 7,260
9/12 - 13,410
9/13 - 6,481
9/14 - 13,965
9/15 - 16,164
9/16 - 15,387
9/17 - 5,387
9/18 - 7,237
9/19 - 13,141
9/20 - 17,894
9/21 - 15,317
9/22 - 15,834
9/23 - 12,823
9/24 - 10,413
9/25 - 2,983
My goal was 10,000 steps per day. I had a very lazy day yesterday.
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Hi SS....You have a new member joining your amazing team ...Please welcome @terrimccrery or @terrilins (I have asked them to confirm their screen name )1
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