WaistAways Team Chat - DECEMBER 2022
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Steps for week
Sunday 6020 + 15 minutes Pilates
Monday 8739
Tuesday 9777
Wednesday 10062
Thursday 7286
Friday 7316
Saturday 9974
Sorry these were delayed. Busy week. I had to laugh that 18°F was not “too cold” too. Having lived in Greensboro and now here in PA. I am cringing at these 22°F mornings. Luckily the days are still getting into the 40s.
Very busy week at school and at home getting ready for things in school. Two and a half days left. I’ve been baking cookies because I signed up to contribute those. Miraculously, I am not delving into them. Just not feeling the sugar thing. Plus they are coming out crunchy rather than my chewy preference. Guess that’s a good thing. I am feeling bloated too. Don’t know if it’s food, post menopausal stuff or what. My joints and hands are so stiff and achy during the night and when I wake in the morning. Not sure if it’s aging or something else.
@YinxFed i love what you said about spending time working on the plan. The book isn’t going to make it happen. I get that, but I’m kind of stuck and even find it difficult to set a goal, let alone reach one. I guess I’ve been bad at it so long now, it seems fruitless. This has been a tough year with no change to our situation in sight. I need to figure out how to take care of me. Make myself a priority. Take care of my health by getting rid of some weight. My saggy belly feels so huge lately. I know I didn’t look/feel like this before we moved. It’s bad. Sad. I don’t want to wait for a health emergency to finally make a change. That’s just not smart. My family’s heart and BP history makes it even more important to do something. My BP has been high last few times I took it. ☹️ Tomorrow my son has one of the heart tests from his recent scare. He has been feeling ok though. That’s good.
I’m thirsty, need to drink some water and it’s bedtime. Great! 😂 🚽 Too much coffee ☕️ today.
Better sign off and head to bed.4 -
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PW: 214.4
CW: 215.4
Up a pound, doesn't surprise me. My stomach was off last night and definitely has not recovered today. Maybe that will help me not eat too much tomorrow at the office christmas party and then drug rep dinner 🤷🏼♀️
Well off to the dentist for a filling 😫4 -
Greetings Team Waistaways!
It's 5.30pm and once again I find myself sitting at my laptop tapping away in almost total darkness. I know that it's winter and it starts getting dark at around 3.30pm these days, yet I still find myself surprised. How weird is that? So I thought I'd just put down some thoughts before I get up and turn on the lamp.
I see that so many of us are feeling frustrated at the moment with the progress that we're making. My thoughts are that we might as well just relax and accept that this is such a tricky month, and that as long as we are mindful of what's going on, we ought to remember to give ourselves a little bit of grace while we make our maneuvers! And it was you @micki48 that taught me that sentiment - a couple of years ago!
Tomorrow I am having Christmas lunch with my reading group. But we won't be choosing our meal from the Christmas menu. We have decided to make our choices from the bar menu where we more likely to find healthy choices. We're having lunch in a pub on the river. And on Friday, Ben (hubby) and I are going out for a Christmas dinner. I'm looking forward to them both.
I am getting our Christmas tree this weekend, and I hope to have both the tree and the house decorated this weekend. I'm excited!
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@EvMakesChanges Thanks for the thought about adding flavour to water, I've honestly never thought of doing it, I might get some Mio and see how I do. Liselyn wrote a really interesting/thought provoking post about water intake on the Dec team challenge and it made me think about it in a completely different way. I usually have at least two Yeti's of coffee in the morning, lots of English breakfast tea and I have decided that a reasonable daily goal for me is 0.5 - 1.0L and I am managing to hit it. Something is better than nothing and now it's cold here, not Canada cold, but cold for this desert implant, I just can't face chugging more than a litre most days.
@micki48 Post covid arthritis is a real thing, check it out. I have it in my hands, I got it after covid and I do exercises to try and stop my hands going into a ball all the time - both of them do it.
I'm feeling a bit at sixes and sevens today. I fly to England next Thursday, I don't want to go, I don't want to be away from Mr B and my boy. There's a myriad of strikes going on while I am there including border patrol, baggage handlers and the trains and it's making things awkward. I have something or other going on every day bar one and people are pinning me down for different things. I feel pressure, I don't do well with commitment and I am fully loaded for this trip. I'm putting off calling a poorly uncle to arrange a visit but it involves my sister hiring a car and taking our mum with us too, so my sister keeps texting and I keep coming up with silly excuses why I haven't called yet. It's too late today, tomorrow I must do it.
My suitcase is filled with gifts for family and friends that I have accrued over the past few years since I have seen them. I'm taking clothes in my hand luggage as I don't know if the suitcase will make it out in time, I'm only in London one night before going to my mum's for Christmas and then I’m travelling all over. TBC…..
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I'm with you on the sixes and sevens today @LoraineGB - I'm not sure what it is about an upcoming trip, but it sure puts one in an odd space. On one hand I'm energized to get everything ready, on the other, I'm just plain useless. I know it will be a bit crazy, I'm sort of organized, but I know there are lots of factors not yet quite pinned down. Your trip sounds even more demanding than mine - I hope you can sort out all the crazy stuff! Even though it is hard, your time there will make a difference for everyone.
I'm leaving for Montreal a day (well, a half day) early to avoid travelling as much during our upcoming snowstorm. I hope the flight will leave on time, but it looks like Friday is going to be a bit wild and woolly, so I will be prepared for anything. Why does all the lovely snow have to fall on the day I'm trying to leave when I really want snow so much?? Someone up there is laughing like crazy.
Hang in there, gang - we'll get through all the here-and-there, the them-and-the-others, the food-everywhere! and all the things.
Thursday people coming up and a couple of Wednesdays still to go. I hope I haven't missed any - I'll go back and check:
@AshenMoon
@KellyBgetsFit
@bowens1973
@ashleycarole86
@eggfreak
@conleywoods
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Username ashleycarole86
Thursday weigh-in
PW 170.8
CW 174.65 -
PW 151.2
CW 151.6
Sorry, I didn't get a chance to post yesterday.3 -
@jugar when you talk (write) I have developed such a strong voice for you , like a great book character. I love it!!! You make it sound so simple. I have tried Whole30 multiple times and usually only last 5-10 days but I might try it again in January. I'm sorry your practice got canceled, but I am glad your mom is safe
@conleywoods my coworker has someone she loves and recommended. I will probably try to go in the summer. Sorry you are struggling with your meal plan. I struggle everyday, so I have no advice, but I can sympathize. 🤣
@lauren_989 thanks for the recommendation. I know a few people who have tried that. It wierds me out that they own your DNA after that. I don't know why.
@YinxFed it gets dark at 3:30??? That's a little too early. I was driving to the daycare and sun was in my eyes at 4:45 and I was thinking of how annoying that was. My Kindergarteners are on the playground at 3:30. They is just crazy.
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Good morning @jugar
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I see that so many of us are feeling frustrated at the moment with the progress that we're making. My thoughts are that we might as well just relax and accept that this is such a tricky month, and that as long as we are mindful of what's going on, we ought to remember to give ourselves a little bit of grace while we make our maneuvers! And it was you @micki48 that taught me that sentiment - a couple of years ago!
Such a great mindset to have during this crazy month. Haven't done well all year. This month isn't going to suddenly be it. I will do what I can. Give myself grace and get my head together for January. Lots of planning to do once school is done tomorrow. It's nap time right now. One is snoring, a few our resting, a few more are rolling about, and someone is always headed for the potty. LOL
We have had so many treats around school this week. Carts filled with sweets and coffee, bagels, cookies, a party, and a luncheon tomorrow. Wow! At least I haven't eaten all the cookies. LOL
@lorraineGB I will check out post covid arthritis. Did not know that was a thing. Thanks.
A check in again later.3 -
@AshenMoon Good one! It is hard to maintain the week after a big whoosh, and you did it. WTG
I am on the road - but first had a meeting with my wonderful new trainer. We had a great time trying stuff out, going through my new program (somewhat more playful and less difficult than the previous one - he knows that maintaining strength over the holidays is plenty as a goal!) and continuing to get to know one another. We are really hitting it off, and I am so glad to have found this person. He is a deep well of knowledge, but always insists that everyone play, experiment, and answer questions for their own program and progress. Taking responsibility rather than just following the program properly is way more fun.
So I'm in Montreal to avoid an early morning and rushed day tomorrow. It can snow all it wants - I have time to get through a recording session and then make it to the airport in time for my trip to North Carolina. I am glad to have chosen the earlier departure to have a more relaxed day. I'll be able to keep up with all of you, so keep on posting all the news and feels.
Friday people, are you ready? (I'm not...)
@EvMakesChanges (I got your message - you'll be weighing in on Saturday no problem!)
@micki48
@LoraineGB
@CupcakeCrusoe
@DianaGetsFit512
@wishfuljune
@PlaneMonkey
@jugar (oops, I forgot to do it today and will not be near a scale tomorrow. Saturday!)2 -
Good morning WaistAways!
PW: 178.6
CW: 176.2
I was 175ish all week, so this is underwhelming, but that's how it goes! It's still a (very small) loss from last week, so I'll take it.
Tonight at the gym is a choreography of THE Eartha Kitt's Santa Baby, and I'm so excited. I've got a super cute outfit to wear, can't wait. I even did a no-heat overnight curl of my hair for the first time, but I don't think it's going to last until the night. I think I'm going to try to replicate Kitt's bunch of curls on top of my head, that way to keep my hair out of my way and pay tribute.
Today at work is a holiday potluck, so RIP my calories for today, lol. I'm going to try to remember to bring my scale and weigh everything for logging purposes, but I probably won't be too precise.
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@kellie_erin I'm sorry about your FIL. My FIL had a severe stroke in January 2021, and his improvement has definitely slowed over the past 3-6 months BUT they're now looking at more intensive rehabilitation so there's always hope. Fingers crossed for your FIL.
I'm struggling a bit to keep up this week, so sorry for not commenting on everybody's updates!
The dietician plan started in anger at the weekend. Within 2 days I realised drinking plain water wasn't going to happen, so I've had lemon and lime water, then raspberry, mango and ginger water, and today I've got orange, blackberry and ginger. I've found the fruit is good for a couple of days in the jug too, so I just pour the water into my bottle, top the jug back up, and come again when I've finished the bottle.
A few ideas for you all: https://www.culinaryhill.com/8-infused-water-recipes/
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PW: 189.4
CW: 188.8
Hi everyone! Sorry for being a little quiet this week; it has been another very busy work week for me.
@kellie_erin - I am so sorry to hear about your FIL, I hope that you and your family are doing okay.
@YinxFed - I’m trying to do at least two days focused on flexibility and mobility so thank you for posting about Yoga with Adriene! I will definitely do one of her workouts this morning.
The wedding last week was beautiful and I got so many compliments on the dress so I will definitely share when they post photos 😀
Unfortunately, I strained a muscle on my shoulder area over the wedding weekend, so I wasn’t able to work out until Wednesday, when I did a little yoga. Yesterday, I went back to my strength group class gym and it was one of the most challenging workouts. One of the moves, the trainer had us in a low plank position and we had to pull a resistance band (attached to a weight rack) with one hand for a row, and try to keep our hips level at the same time! I had to do them on my knees and I still felt it in my abs to keep my body stable.
Today will be a yoga day, then I have to take my car to get the oil changed. My husband and I are hosting a holiday party tomorrow with friends so we’ve been food prepping all week but now I need to actually clean our apartment to prepare for the guests. Do cleaning calories count? LOL 😂4 -
Weigh in day: Friday
PW: 220.8
CW: 222
Can’t lie that I was a bit upset when I saw a gain, but honestly not too upset as last weekend was tough. My husband’s holiday party was on Saturday followed by my holiday event on Sunday (rodizio… for those who don’t know it’s unlimited Brazilian meats) then on Monday was my brother’s birthday dinner at an all you can eat sushi place!
Just hoping I can balance it out this coming week ( although with Christmas coming… it might be that much harder..)5 -
Happy Friday, Friends!
Well I got a tree this afternoon. It's still in the car but I'll get Ben to bring it in tomorrow after I decide where it's going to live.
I'm definitely winding down for Christmas - and loving it - but I'm mindful of keeping up with my workouts. I did Caroline Girvan's Epic Heat Day 32 this morning, it was an Arms, Chest, Back and Shoulders workout, and like all Caroline's workouts, it was challenging.
I still have a bit of college work to attend to, but it mostly involves just checking and marking my apprentices' portfolios.
Off to an early Christmas supper with Himself in a bit, so I'll be back tomorrow.
Keep the faith 🙏5 -
Hi all!
I'm happy to be at the airport and to see that my flight has not yet been delayed in spite of the snowy day. Montreal is pretty good at keeping things going no matter what the weather - but I'll believe "on time" when I see it!
I'll catch up more when I'm down in warmville 5 -
PW 233.0
CW 233.5
I was really counting on a loss but TOM got involved so that was that. My scan with the health coach yesterday showed good progress. I gained some muscle and lost some small amount of fat. I lost 10 cubic centimeters of visceral fat which is exciting. My numbers in this area haven't budged since I started seeing her in April. I'm adjusting to my new food plan but told the coach it's hard and I've definitely had a few temper tantrums about. I know I have a bad habit of hoarding calories for the end of the day. She told me our bodies can really only deal with about 700 calories at a time. Any more than that and it's more likely to be stored as fat or the good stuff doesn't get stored properly and wasted. I didn't know that and that comment helped me with my attitude adjustment. Going to keep at it.8 -
I made it! Here in time for the nightly nagging that you all know I live for
Due through Saturday and another week will be a wrap!
@bowens1973
@EvMakesChanges
@micki48
@bobagurl2017
@kellie_erin
@PlaneMonkey
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Exercise catch-up:
Dec 11 - 9197 steps
Dec 12 - 7867 steps
Dec 13 - 10014 steps
Dec 14 - 10940 steps
Dec 15 - 10602 steps
My movement this week is up from last week, so that's nice!
Glad you made it safely @jugar
My last full work week for 2022 is behind me! My brother and his fiancee are out in Banff for the weekend celebrating their anniversary, so the company at the house is back to just Dad (and Mom.. but she lives here full time, so that's normal).
Tonight he took Brad and I for dinner to Swiss Chalet, and then we went down to Spruce Meadows to look at the Christmas lights.
I WILL get on the Peloton this weekend!
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CW 192.0
So I lied when I said I would make time and catch up on all the posts last weekend. Here I am, a week later and I still haven't read past page 1.
Ayoye!
I miss you guys in my head and I will do my best to catch up.
Weight still holding steady, so that's a win, and the snow has arrived so the lazy season is over. Counting the days until the rink freezes over!5 -
Weigh in
PW 213.3
CW 211.3
I’m surprised with all the challenges food-wise at work this week. Is it just ice cream? Every night my husband asked me if I wanted some and I just said no.
I’m home now. Hope I can hold on to it this week. There is soooo much cheese and chocolate in this house. They were gifts and there are 5 of us here.
Wanted to get this posted before I get rolling and forget. Have a great day everyone. Happy travels @jugar. Enjoy NC and your mom. Wave to my kid. He’ll be up in a few days.6 -
@micki48 2 pounds! Great week - and saying no to ice cream deserves a medal. Tell your husband to do that deaf man act if ever you say yes You know how they do when they don't want to hear something...
There is a ton of cheese in this place too! And no coffee... we're heading to the grocery store pronto.4 -
Hi Jugar and team.
I'm sorry that this post is a couple of days late. After well over a year of constant improvement, I've hit a struggle point. I realize that these are all excuses, but I'm finding the bitterly cold weather, lack of daylight and return to office (now 4 out of 5 says) really challenging to stay motivated. In addition, this is the time of year where there is lots of temptation. Again, totally excuses but I need to get re-energized. I have signed up for two road cycling races next year (a return to the grueling Vancouver-Whistler Gran Fondo and the Okanagan Gran Fondo). Both will require me to be back at optimal condition and I need to focus on my training starting over the holiday break and throughout the months ahead.
It is easy and fun to post losses, but part of my tardiness in posting is because of my extremely poor result and not wanting to publicly declare it. However, I know that I'm amongst friends and people who get it, so here goes:
PW: 190.2
CW: 193.8 (as of Thursday morning).10
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