Downsizers Team Chat - MARCH 2023
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GirlOnTheRebound wrote: »Weekly weigh-in
PW 3/01 218
PW 3/08 218
CW 3/15 216.8
CW 3/22
CW 3/29
Well done!
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GirlOnTheRebound wrote: »Weekly weigh-in
PW 3/01 218
PW 3/08 218
CW 3/15 216.8
CW 3/22
CW 3/29
Very nice loss!1 -
Steps: 3,222
Sleep: ✔️✔️✔️
Log food: ❌✔️✔️
Exercise:
Short on steps yesterday. I spent a good bit of time sitting yesterday playing games with my granddaughter. I have my mindfulness seminar this morning. This is week 4. I do find the meditations hard as my mind wanders. Does anyone else do meditation?3 -
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MARCH WEEK 2 RESULTS
TOP 5 STEPPERS ARE:
1st @Huckleterrie 113,805 steps
2nd @888Angie888 100,450 steps
3rd @Mama530 92,346 steps
4th @GirlOnTheRebound 88,114 steps
5th @HASWLRS 76,708 steps
GREAT JOB LADIES
As A Group We Walked 973,312 steps
WELL DONE EVERYONE
RECOGNIZING EVERYONE WHO PLEDGED THEIR STEPS:
@lindamtuck2018 7/7
@888Angie888 6/7
@aactuallyaash 3/7
@HASWLRS 7/7
@itladyee 3/7
@GirlOnTheRebound 7/7
@Jpedno 2/7
@Bluetail6 3/7
@Slimmersixties 5/7
@rwillems 7/7
@FindingSamMon 4/7
@Mama530 7/7
@Huckleterrie 7/7
@indefenceofsprouts 2/7
@MSWarrior7088 7/7
@tahm42 7/7
@Beverly2Hansen 7/7
@adianeschu 0/7
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I must not be placing my steps in the wrong area. I log them everyday last week. This is showing I haven't log any yet. I haven't yet this week.
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As part of the BINGO challenge it said to find a 100 calorie snack and share.
I often enjoy Nestle Carnation flavoured hot chocolate (e.g., Turtles, Rolo, After Eight, Aero Smores, Coffee Crisp) as my current box has only 90 calories but the bummer is that it has 16 to 17 grams of sugar. It's still better than when I would eat a chocolate bar or sweet ice cream but important to be aware that although a hot chocolate helps me with a chocolate or sweet fix at times it has a lot of sugar for 1 drink.
I also used to eat a lot of Quaker chewy chocolate chip granola bars to get a little bit of a sweet treat and a grab and go snack as they were around 100 calories and about 7 sugar but at one point I switched to KIND bars as a dietician recommended them as she said they had less sugar. I ate a couple variations for awhile but got enough of them. Online I found a KIND Kids Bars Chewy Chocolate Chip granola bar that was 100 calories and had less sugar than my Quaker granola bar but I haven't seen that one in stores, although I haven't searched for it either though.
I used to eat granola bars a lot but realized they were not as healthy a snack as I thought so don't eat them very often anymore. Mostly just carry them in my backpack incase I am out and get hungry or if I need something before or after a walk.1 -
MSWarrior7088
SW 265
PW 188.8
CW 185.8
I'm currently doing a 72 hour fast and feeling wonderful!! I know some weight will come back but I love the progress I'm making.2 -
Great loss!0
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Daily Check In
Goals for March Challenge
1. Staying on Plan with the Mayo Clinic Diet/Lifestyle
2. Limit Wine - 1 glass (S-Th and 2 glasses (F-Sa) * changed for ease of daily tracking
3. Water - Minimum of 64 ounces
4. Exercise according to Mayo Clinic Diet/Lifestyle
5. Read a physical book or magazine - minimum of 10 minutes
Progress for 3/14
Apparently these goals are more difficult than I thought.
I made a food plan with some variety and I'm still getting tired of it. There's only so much chicken and turkey.....
I like wine and I can see that I either need to say none or allow for 2. Just one glass is evil
Water, I'm coming in just under 64....more like 48
I am exercising, but I'm not following the "exercise" plan.
No answer here, just got busy and didn't read.Week 1
Started ok and then faltered towards the end of the week.
Average 4/7
Week 2
3/5 -
3/6 -
3/7 -
3/8 -
3/9 -
3/10 -
3/11 -
The faltering continued. Moving on to Week 3.
Week 3
3/12-
3/13-
3/14 -
Step Challenge - Goal 7000
3/12 - 5,482
3/13 - 8,731
3/14 - 6,347
Weigh in Day: FridayStarting - 219.4
3/3 - 216.9 (-2.5)
3/10 - 219.0 (+2.1) Short Lived loss
3/17
3/24
3/312 -
Check Pintrest. I've found sooooo many amazing recipes on there2
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SW 388.6
PW 232
CW 228.8
Maintenance Range 225-233
Maintenance continues to go well. Going out for pizza this Sunday at this restaurant that does these amazing things crust pizzas. Already got it logged in my diary. I'll definitely being going over that day and it'll be worth it haha!3 -
adianeschu wrote: »I must not be placing my steps in the wrong area. I log them everyday last week. This is showing I haven't log any yet. I haven't yet this week.
Hi adianeschu...Yes you posted your steps but you have a step goal of 8,000... You did not meet your step goal is why it is 0/7 ....If you feel you are not able to reach 8,000 you are welcome to change it ..I hope that explains it clearer1 -
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Megan_smartiepants1970 wrote: »adianeschu wrote: »I must not be placing my steps in the wrong area. I log them everyday last week. This is showing I haven't log any yet. I haven't yet this week.
Hi adianeschu...Yes you posted your steps but you have a step goal of 8,000... You did not meet your step goal is why it is 0/7 ....If you feel you are not able to reach 8,000 you are welcome to change it ..I hope that explains it clearer
Yes, it does. Thank you. I will have to step it up.1 -
GirlOnTheRebound wrote: »Weekly weigh-in
PW 3/01 218
PW 3/08 218
CW 3/15 216.8
CW 3/22
CW 3/29
Nice job!
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MSWarrior7088 wrote: »MSWarrior7088
SW 265
PW 188.8
CW 185.8
I'm currently doing a 72 hour fast and feeling wonderful!! I know some weight will come back but I love the progress I'm making.
Outstanding!! How often do you do those fasts?
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DAILY CHECK IN:
Wednesday 03/15
- Calories: 1305 (goal 1200-1600)
- Water: 150 oz
- Gym: no
- Walk: yes; 5.37 miles
- Protein: 88 g (85 goal)
- Fiber: 12 g (25 goal)
- THOUGHTS: I really enjoyed my walk on Wednesday. The river flooded out a lot of my trails, so I got to explore some new areas, get my feet wet and have the whole place to myself. I need to be more proactive in finding ways to add more fiber to my diet. I’m up for any suggestions.
STEPS:
03/12: 10,771
03/13: 15,171
03/14: 11,241
03/15: 21,4712 -
MSWarrior7088 wrote: »MSWarrior7088
SW 265
PW 188.8
CW 185.8
I'm currently doing a 72 hour fast and feeling wonderful!! I know some weight will come back but I love the progress I'm making.
Great loss. I can't wait to start a few longer fasts. Should be home the beginning of April and going to start with a 36 hour fast .... struggling to lose my last 5lb and hoping this will do it! You're an inspiration!1 -
Daily Check In
Goals for March Challenge
1. Staying on Plan with the Mayo Clinic Diet/Lifestyle
2. Limit Wine - 1 glass (S-Th and 2 glasses (F-Sa) * changed for ease of daily tracking
3. Water - Minimum of 64 ounces
4. Exercise according to Mayo Clinic Diet/Lifestyle
5. Read a physical book or magazine - minimum of 10 minutes
Progress for 3/14
Apparently these goals are more difficult than I thought.
I made a food plan with some variety and I'm still getting tired of it. There's only so much chicken and turkey.....
I like wine and I can see that I either need to say none or allow for 2. Just one glass is evil
Water, I'm coming in just under 64....more like 48
I am exercising, but I'm not following the "exercise" plan.
No answer here, just got busy and didn't read.Week 1
Started ok and then faltered towards the end of the week.
Average 4/7
Week 2
3/5 -
3/6 -
3/7 -
3/8 -
3/9 -
3/10 -
3/11 -
The faltering continued. Moving on to Week 3.
Week 3
3/12-
3/13-
3/14 -
Step Challenge - Goal 7000
3/12 - 5,482
3/13 - 8,731
3/14 - 6,347
Weigh in Day: FridayStarting - 219.4
3/3 - 216.9 (-2.5)
3/10 - 219.0 (+2.1) Short Lived loss
3/17
3/24
3/31
Totally agree about the wine! All or nothing!! Google alcohol and fat loss ... did you know it stops you burning fat? Once I realised that I stopped drinking in the week and saved all my glasses for the weekend! As I got more serious about losing I stopped drinking regularly! Never thought I'd say that as I enjoy a glass of wine!1 -
@lindamtuck2018
Hi Linda, just to let you know I'll be weighing in late this week, Saturday instead of Friday as I'm away and can't weigh in early as didn't like this mornings number!1 -
Step Challenge
Round 3 (goal 10000)
3/12 10448
3/13 16126
3/14 11603
3/15. 13391
3/16
3/17
3/18
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DAILY CHECK IN:
Wednesday 03/15
- Calories: 1305 (goal 1200-1600)
- Water: 150 oz
- Gym: no
- Walk: yes; 5.37 miles
- Protein: 88 g (85 goal)
- Fiber: 12 g (25 goal)
- THOUGHTS: I really enjoyed my walk on Wednesday. The river flooded out a lot of my trails, so I got to explore some new areas, get my feet wet and have the whole place to myself. I need to be more proactive in finding ways to add more fiber to my diet. I’m up for any suggestions.
STEPS:
03/12: 10,771
03/13: 15,171
03/14: 11,241
03/15: 21,471
Holy steps! Very impressive1 -
As part of the BINGO challenge it said to find a 100 calorie snack and share.
I often enjoy Nestle Carnation flavoured hot chocolate (e.g., Turtles, Rolo, After Eight, Aero Smores, Coffee Crisp) as my current box has only 90 calories but the bummer is that it has 16 to 17 grams of sugar. It's still better than when I would eat a chocolate bar or sweet ice cream but important to be aware that although a hot chocolate helps me with a chocolate or sweet fix at times it has a lot of sugar for 1 drink.
I also used to eat a lot of Quaker chewy chocolate chip granola bars to get a little bit of a sweet treat and a grab and go snack as they were around 100 calories and about 7 sugar but at one point I switched to KIND bars as a dietician recommended them as she said they had less sugar. I ate a couple variations for awhile but got enough of them. Online I found a KIND Kids Bars Chewy Chocolate Chip granola bar that was 100 calories and had less sugar than my Quaker granola bar but I haven't seen that one in stores, although I haven't searched for it either though.
I used to eat granola bars a lot but realized they were not as healthy a snack as I thought so don't eat them very often anymore. Mostly just carry them in my backpack incase I am out and get hungry or if I need something before or after a walk.
My problem with granola bars is I can’t stop at one. I have been having a chocolate lolly every night lately. It’s only 50 calories but it’s got lots of sugar in it. I started a new medication on Monday so I have been checking my blood sugars frequently. Low and behold they are up. No more chocolate lollies for me know matter how refreshing they are.MSWarrior7088 wrote: »MSWarrior7088
SW 265
PW 188.8
CW 185.8
I'm currently doing a 72 hour fast and feeling wonderful!! I know some weight will come back but I love the progress I'm making.
Congrats on the loss. After a long fast does your weight increase much once you start eating? Do you get hungry? I find it hard to do 16 hours let alone 72.Daily Check In
Goals for March Challenge
1. Staying on Plan with the Mayo Clinic Diet/Lifestyle
2. Limit Wine - 1 glass (S-Th and 2 glasses (F-Sa) * changed for ease of daily tracking
3. Water - Minimum of 64 ounces
4. Exercise according to Mayo Clinic Diet/Lifestyle
5. Read a physical book or magazine - minimum of 10 minutes
Progress for 3/14
Apparently these goals are more difficult than I thought.
I made a food plan with some variety and I'm still getting tired of it. There's only so much chicken and turkey.....
I like wine and I can see that I either need to say none or allow for 2. Just one glass is evil
Water, I'm coming in just under 64....more like 48
I am exercising, but I'm not following the "exercise" plan.
No answer here, just got busy and didn't read.Week 1
Started ok and then faltered towards the end of the week.
Average 4/7
Week 2
3/5 -
3/6 -
3/7 -
3/8 -
3/9 -
3/10 -
3/11 -
The faltering continued. Moving on to Week 3.
Week 3
3/12-
3/13-
3/14 -
Step Challenge - Goal 7000
3/12 - 5,482
3/13 - 8,731
3/14 - 6,347
Weigh in Day: FridayStarting - 219.4
3/3 - 216.9 (-2.5)
3/10 - 219.0 (+2.1) Short Lived loss
3/17
3/24
3/31
The great thing about goals is we can always revisit them and make changes. Also, make sure your goals are SMART (specific, measurable,achievable,realistic and time bound)SW 388.6
PW 232
CW 228.8
Maintenance Range 225-233
Maintenance continues to go well. Going out for pizza this Sunday at this restaurant that does these amazing things crust pizzas. Already got it logged in my diary. I'll definitely being going over that day and it'll be worth it haha!
Enjoy your pizza.DAILY CHECK IN:
Wednesday 03/15
- Calories: 1305 (goal 1200-1600)
- Water: 150 oz
- Gym: no
- Walk: yes; 5.37 miles
- Protein: 88 g (85 goal)
- Fiber: 12 g (25 goal)
- THOUGHTS: I really enjoyed my walk on Wednesday. The river flooded out a lot of my trails, so I got to explore some new areas, get my feet wet and have the whole place to myself. I need to be more proactive in finding ways to add more fiber to my diet. I’m up for any suggestions.
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STEPS:
03/12: 10,771
03/13: 15,171
03/14: 11,241
03/15: 21,471
Onething my dietitian always recommended was to get Bran Buds and sprinkle them on different foods.2 -
Steps: 3,513
Sleep: ✔️✔️✔️✔️
Log food: ❌✔️✔️✔️
Exercise:
Some of my bingo:
Smile today: Actually yesterday but listening to my granddaughter laugh while video chatting with her friends
Grateful
1. Downsizers
2. My family
3. My tens machine
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@Megan_smartiepants1970
Step count (goal 13,000):
03/12 - 16,301
03/13 - 12,523
03/14 - 14,869
03/15 - 18,904
03/16
03/17
03/184 -
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GirlOnTheRebound wrote: »Weekly weigh-in
PW 3/01 218
PW 3/08 218
CW 3/15 216.8
CW 3/22
CW 3/29
This is great, well done!2
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