Downsizers Team Chat - MAY 2023
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4/30/23 Sunday weigh-in:
PW: 188
CW: 190
This past week I ate out a lot since I was out of town and kind of celebrating lol. However, only gained two pounds back so I’m getting back on track and gonna do better. I’ve been getting a ton of compliments regarding my weight loss and I’m so excited that it’s now beginning to be visible to others (even though that’s not the reason I’m losing weight obviously). 😂 Hope everyone else had a great week and I look forward to doing better this week!7 -
1. Tell us a little about yourself? Where are you from? Family? Pets? What are some of your hobbies? Etc.
My name is Joyce and I'm from Ohio. I'm married and have 3 kids...my daughter graduates from law school next Sunday and my youngest son graduates high school a week later. My middle son works at CAT as a diesel mechanic. We enjoy camping a lot and go as often as we can. Wylie (lab) and Ruby (Aussie) enjoy camping as well.
2. Why are you on this journey? What pushed you to start?
I was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis almost 18 years ago. My right side is affected, so I was with a horrible limp and a cane, and my arm is useless... however I'm on a journey to heal...
4. Do you have a favourite diet you go by? ie keto, low carb
I usually do low carb, but I'm thinking about doing strict keto. But my new thing is fasting...I'm following Dr Mindy Pelz book, Fast Like A Girl. I have had great luck with fasting!
5. What is your favourite way to workout? Any new workouts you would like to try this month?
I'm limited with workouts but I do a vibrating plate daily and do exercises designed for MS.
6. What are some of your goals this month? Year? My goals ...to walk normally and gain the use of the right hand.... cause one day I might have grandbabies 😉5 -
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Happy Sunday! I can't wait to to start my first full week. So my fist weigh in will be this Saturday right? It will be great timing as I have my keto meal plans coming from Factor or something like that. Ready to take control of my life and finally get fit!
See everyone Monday!
Awesome! I do factors 4 times a week or so. Definitely a big help.4 -
PW: 165
CW: 164
Steps for Sunday 30th
7021
Excited to be on my way, that's the first pound I've lost in a long time. Hoping for a good loss next week after a full week on plan.
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Time for some honesty with myself and the team! I have completely lost the plot and get up every morning telling myself today I'm restarting my diet, then fail!
Recent weight story:
Pre holiday 183lb
End of 10 day holiday 185lb
2 days travelling (carbs!) 193lb
2 days binge eating 203lb
Better day but not great 196lb
I've been here so many times in the past. Given up and regained 80lb
I'm determined this time will be different. I'm going to update on here daily and honestly and hope that motivates me enough to stop now!
Any advice greatly appreciated!
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PW-226.8
CW-224.6
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Weekly weigh in
Morethanjustanumber
Weigh in day Monday 5/1
PW 237.6
CW 237.6
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Yesterday was a good day. Logged, under and my husband and I went for a 37 minute walk when the rain stopped. Today, however, is cold and rainy and I am exhausted! Woke up too early and could not get back to sleep.... a recipe for disaster! So far, so good, though. Fingers crossed I can find some focus!4
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sherbearp38_ wrote: »I am so sorry to say this, but can you remove me from this challenge. Something has come up and I know I won’t be able to finish them. I’m so sorry.
Sorry to see you go. You are welcome back anytime.Pauladner
Weigh In Day: Sunday , April 23rd
PW (Previous Weight): 142.2 lb
CW (Current Weight): 139.1 lb
Hello everyone! These is what I did right this month that helped me to drop some pounds.
1) High protein diet;
2) Food intake of 1200 calories p/day;
3) 7 km walking p/day;
4) no breakfast, but I always have my coffee with hazelnut cream;😉
5) 3 or 4 days during this month I fasted a full day.
I wish all Dowsizers a healthy weight loss for May. Thanks!
Fantastic loss! Keep up with all the changes you have made.Happy Sunday! I can't wait to to start my first full week. So my fist weigh in will be this Saturday right? It will be great timing as I have my keto meal plans coming from Factor or something like that. Ready to take control of my life and finally get fit! See everyone Monday!
I do have you as a Saturday weigh in. You can change this at anytime.
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Tail0rMade22 wrote: »4/30/23 Sunday weigh-in:
PW: 188
CW: 190
This past week I ate out a lot since I was out of town and kind of celebrating lol. However, only gained two pounds back so I’m getting back on track and gonna do better. I’ve been getting a ton of compliments regarding my weight loss and I’m so excited that it’s now beginning to be visible to others (even though that’s not the reason I’m losing weight obviously). 😂 Hope everyone else had a great week and I look forward to doing better this week!
The compliments are nice though. I posted a picture on facebook of myself, my husband and my granddaughters from the cheerleading on the weekend. So many of my family commented on the weight loss as they haven’t seen me in a year. It did feel good.PW: 165
CW: 164
Steps for Sunday 30th
7021
Excited to be on my way, that's the first pound I've lost in a long time. Hoping for a good loss next week after a full week on plan.
Shell.
Those pounds add up. Congrats!Slimmersixties wrote: »Time for some honesty with myself and the team! I have completely lost the plot and get up every morning telling myself today I'm restarting my diet, then fail!
Recent weight story:
Pre holiday 183lb
End of 10 day holiday 185lb
2 days travelling (carbs!) 193lb
2 days binge eating 203lb
Better day but not great 196lb
I've been here so many times in the past. Given up and regained 80lb
I'm determined this time will be different. I'm going to update on here daily and honestly and hope that motivates me enough to stop now!
Any advice greatly appreciated!
I only have ever got near goal and that was almost 24 years ago. I think you need look back at what you did before vacation to get you to goal. Also, try not focusing on reaching a certain weight by a certain date. I know for me personally, I get to that weight and its like what do I do now. Then I usually end up gaining.
adianeschu wrote: »PW-226.8
CW-224.6
Congrats on the loss!Yesterday was a good day. Logged, under and my husband and I went for a 37 minute walk when the rain stopped. Today, however, is cold and rainy and I am exhausted! Woke up too early and could not get back to sleep.... a recipe for disaster! So far, so good, though. Fingers crossed I can find some focus!
Keep yourself busy.
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Steps: 4,086
Log food: ✔️✔️
Exercise:
Ok, I got to exercise today or I will not meet my exercise goal this week. I will either do mini walks or go ride the exercise bike. My steps were definitely more than I expected. It was laundry day. Anyone else find you get more steps on laundry day?
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Congrats to top weight losers for week 4 and the month of April!
@jpedno, @mswarrior, @nachdeezy and @pauladner5 -
Sunday Recap
- Eating only at Level 3: yes
- Water (Goal 64 oz) : 48
- Increased intensity while walking: normal intensity
- THOUGHTS: Small "continuous" daily changes....
Step Challenge - Goal 7000
4/30 12,177
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Weigh in Day: FridayStarting - 217.6 4/28/2023
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Slimmersixties wrote: »Time for some honesty with myself and the team! I have completely lost the plot and get up every morning telling myself today I'm restarting my diet, then fail!
Recent weight story:
Pre holiday 183lb
End of 10 day holiday 185lb
2 days travelling (carbs!) 193lb
2 days binge eating 203lb
Better day but not great 196lb
I've been here so many times in the past. Given up and regained 80lb
I'm determined this time will be different. I'm going to update on here daily and honestly and hope that motivates me enough to stop now!
Any advice greatly appreciated!
@Slimmersixties
Hang in there and take it one day at a time. Focus on one healthy thing that you will do each day and do it. Success means you accomplished that one thing!
I clocked in at a 2.4 loss for the month of April??? Seriously, that should be done in a week. I'm an all or none kind of person and I'm working to change that, hence, I've restarted my "plan" weekly, if not daily! I too am getting serious with myself and analyzing the changes I need to make if I plan on making my goal(s) anytime in the near future!3 -
Slimmersixties wrote: »Time for some honesty with myself and the team! I have completely lost the plot and get up every morning telling myself today I'm restarting my diet, then fail!
You got this. I know you do. It's a new month, my friend.3 -
adianeschu wrote: »PW-226.8
CW-224.6
Woooooo🎉🎉2 -
Slimmersixties wrote: »Time for some honesty with myself and the team! I have completely lost the plot and get up every morning telling myself today I'm restarting my diet, then fail!
Recent weight story:
Pre holiday 183lb
End of 10 day holiday 185lb
2 days travelling (carbs!) 193lb
2 days binge eating 203lb
Better day but not great 196lb
I've been here so many times in the past. Given up and regained 80lb
I'm determined this time will be different. I'm going to update on here daily and honestly and hope that motivates me enough to stop now!
Any advice greatly appreciated!
You never know who is watching. Funny thing about inspiration, it happens sometimes without us knowing. We are here to encourage and be encouraged. We are here to share and in turn teach. It is amazing to watch people succeed but it is also realistic to know people falter during their success. You have the tools, you have the mindset and you have the support to weather this blip. You are here....I am inspired ❤️💪👏❤️1
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