Mission Slimpossible Team Chat - JUNE 2023
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@mkksemail No worries, you do not have to enter into the spreadsheet, broncobuddee does that. We just have to post our weights weekly here! Congrats on the loss!
Ah! Ok, ty!!
You are a reader ... love it! I haven't picked up my kindle in a very very long time. Thx fir reminding me of it.1 -
@shaunarlr83 I am intermittent fasting too; I shoot for 16 hours. It was tough at first, but now just part of my daily routine (been doing since February). I do have a cup of coffee with sugarfree creamer in the AM which I don't count as breaking the fast (can't seem to give that up). I don't know how much of my loss is contributed to it - but am continuing to do it since I am losing every week and don't want to mess with success. I don't get there every day, but 90% of the time I do.
I have noticed (in other challenges) that you are a consistent weight loss individual, and have wondered what strategy you were using. It's definitely a successful strategy for you! 👏0 -
tammymccrady6278 wrote: »Well this is the last day of my vacation and it’s back to work tomorrow. I had a fantastic time with my kids and grandkids and was sad to go. Like I said I forgot to weigh in on Saturday like normal but do hope I can still be part of the weight loss challenge each week. @broncobuddee is this still possible? Going by the scale I actually managed to lose a pound while away which is in my opinion amazing lol. It is so hard to stay on track while eating out and other peoples cooking. Before I left I got all my flowers done and the beds turned out great. Today is clean house day for the week. I really hate doing the big things when I get home from work. All I want to do is relax and putter in the evenings. I’m going to post a couple pics from my vacation let’s see if I do it right ahaha.
@tammymccrady6278 All's good! If you have a weigh from the weekend, let me know. Otherwise, we can just pick up with this coming Saturday.0 -
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Hi, all
I'm Deborah from Overland Park, KS. I'm 54 and I live with my husband, 1 son who just graduated from high school, and 2 cats. I never had issues with my weight until I reached middle age, but since my late thirties, I've been a classic yo-yo dieter. Last year I reached my hightest weight ever (I hope) and finally started thinking about this as a lifestyle change instead of a "diet". Diets have a finish line. A lifestyle change becomes part of who you are.
Since then the weight has been coming off slowly, in fits and starts. I've learned to sit out the plataues and give my body time to adjust. It's only been about 6 months that I've been doing it this way, but it's the first time I've had any sustained success this long without seeing the scale go back up, so I'm very encouraged. I don't follow any particular diet, but I do track my calories. I'm looking forward to participating in some of the callenges here, too.
Thanks again for the warm welcome and I look forward to being a part of this group.7 -
Hi Deb! 🙋♀️
I'm new too. Welcome!3 -
Username: FushiaKat
Weigh-In Tuesday
SW: 245
Maintenance Goal 135 - 140
PW: 135.4
CW: 137.8
Right where I want to be! But now I need to cut back a little bit and see how it goes next week. I do find it difficult to cut back after I've gotten off plan a bit. Tomorrow, I see the rheumatologist and on Thursday my hearing aids will get adjusted. I'm looking forward to that, I will also ask about training my brain to hear normal sounds as normal sounds again. I wear them from 8 in the morning until 10 at night which is more than the recommended 6 hours a day.
I built a contest room in my game for the Garden Contest, it's just a big green house with a lawn mower ride. I put 3440 items in that room. We start judging on the 6th which goes for 2 day's then we get the results. I'm excited to see all of the rooms, people are so creative.
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GL cat! 👏2
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Hello my dears
@FushiaKat wow, what’s the game called? That sounds so cool!
Wheezed through the day today since we are blanketed in forest fire smoke. They are nowhere near where I live but the winds are bringing the smoke our way. I’ve never seen anything like it. Anyone else experiencing this? I’m in Southwestern Ontario.
I have looked into intermittent fasting once in awhile. I’m not sure if I want to jump into it but today I skipped breakfast and didn’t have time for lunch until 1:00 then my sandwich was moldy so I tossed it and ended up eating just my grapefruit. Honestly I felt no hungrier than on a day I eat breakfast and have a snack at 11. We’ll see if I get into a routine.
Anyway hope you had a good day! Onto the next.3 -
@shaunarlr83 Welcome back! Congrats on the long fast!
@mkksemail Great job on your goals! Good luck on creaming your daughter and hubby!
@ddainiak You got a lot done, great walking and getting things accomplished!
@giaholy33 Happy Tuesday, that's great news about your heart, congratulations! I would definitely say your hard work is paying off, how exciting!
@trooworld I've read "What Happened to You" as well, it's a good book. How is Young Mungo going? I just started Galileo's Daughter and after a couple chapters started a Janet Evanovich as all the astronomy was too much on little sleep for my poor brain. Great job on salad instead of pizza!
@tammymccrady6278 Wow great job losing on vacation, that's amazing! It is hard doing things at night after a long day. All the kids are so beautiful, thanks for sharing.
@laurelfit57 That should be fine, take care my friend.
@txcritter69 Haha I used to make sure to always point out the top weight loss group were the best losers around, hard not to make jokes like that. That's a great job with dinner on vacation, wtg! Hope your day site seeing is beautiful.
@sleepygirl79 LOL I love your dog taking you for walks. Yikes fair coupled with TOM is pretty dangerous, maybe you should just fit a chocolate doughnut in your day now? Have fun just you and the teen, that should be fun to have some bonding time just the two of you.
@DebJB30 It sounds like you're doing a great job Deborah! Do you like being called Deb or Deborah? I think you're viewing things right as a lifestyle change too. Congratulations on your son's graduation!
@FushiaKat Good luck with both appointments this week. I love your greenhouse, good luck!
@megnolia82 Oh no the smoke sounds terrible, I have heard other friends on here saying how bad it is today as well. You don't realize how much it affects you until you're dealing with a lot of it. That's great on staying full today, wtg!
Hi team! I had trouble falling asleep then had a horrible nightmare, it was very Friday the 13th and I was so happy I woke up and got out of it. I wasn't going to go to the farm but was shaken and decided some farm time was needed so I just went for a little over an hour then picked up a Lowe's order (smaller bags of potting mix so I'm less likely to get hurt). Finished cleaning the house, it's been sprinkling all day so I didn't get anything done outside aside of taking the potting mix around on the hand truck so tomorrow's straightening up out there. Aside of that doing little things here and there and reading, I'm going to bed soon and will hopefully sleep wonderful tonight! I DID get an appointment this Saturday for the medication refills which is a relief. Have a great Wednesday!
Doing good with body mechanics but I catch myself screwing up a lot!4 -
Wishing you sweet dreams, kat.
Meg, I'm in Maine so I thought we might be impacted, but I haven't noticed anything! I wonder if the terrible-no-good-weather-that-plans-on-staying-around-until-Saturday 😝 is why I'm not seeing smoke from the fires?
Or perhaps the winds are sweeping it south of me? I dunno ...2 -
Hey y'all,
Just checking in. I have gained more weight this week. I have been getting plenty of exercise, the problem is everything that I'm putting in my mouth. I also haven't been logging any of my food until yesterday. I have to log it all, good and bad. In the past I have purposely not logged everything, because I didn't want anyone to see it. In order to be accountable, I also have to be honest. So, I'm logging it all good and bad. Weigh in is Thursday, I'm not looking forward to this.
I have also started journaling again, and I'm going to start crocheting again to keep my hands busy in the evenings when my sweet tooth and munchie mouth start nagging at me.
I'm really enjoying the stridekick challenges, thank you for starting those again. I really need them in my life.
Alright, y'all have a great evening. I'm going to go see if I can find the new habit tracker.4 -
GL, sleepy girl! 🍀🤞🌟🧧2
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Weigh In Day: Wednesday
PW (Previous Weight): 194.2
CW (Current Weight): 191.8
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@trooworld You sound like my daughter; she reads more than one book at a time too. I can't keep them straight. Currently reading the Shadow and Bone series by Leigh Bardugo. I'm on the second book - Siege and Storm. I read her Six of Crows series, which lead me to these. I like the Six of Crows better, but am enjoying these as well.
@gjaholy33 Great news, so glad for you. You got this.
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Good morning everyone!
Goal #1: to check in twice daily.
I truly want to keep up with everyone’s news!
Goal # 2: thank you for the suggestion to just set 5 pound goals. I’m going to do that without been looking to the longer term. If I lose 5 pounds in a month or 6 months I’m still going to be in a better place than I have been for the past 6 months.
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Welcome to the the new members and those returning 💐
Congratulations to all those who had a loss recently 🎉
I’m so behind in posts but am going take some time to catch up.
@ddainiak great photos! I have the upper northeast in the fall on my bucket list. I spend my summers in Istanbul and then pop back and forth often. It’s an amazing place. So much culture, history and places to enjoy. Thanks for the shout out. Onderland is a great place to be. It’s been a bit since Ive been there. Glad to be back, don’t plan on leaving. 😂 Monty's adorable.
@trooworld thanks for the shout out. I’m hopefully nearing that 50lb mark soon. Yippy! I think my post didn’t go through, probably didn’t disappear. Most likely my fault. Congratulations on your award.
@micaroo4 I hope Rich is feeling better. You’re still getting some decent steps in 👏🏻.
@mkksemail I think of calling my friend from Maine and her dad answered. We bought thought we were speaking different languages. He thought I was a foreigner. I still laugh, she had to tell him I’m from Indiana. Accents!
I live part time (hoping to transition soon) in Istanbul. Wow! These Turkish men are popular with the ladies. I’m amazed by how many are married to Americans/British gals. They have their own communities there. Many Americans moved to Turkey during the pandemic time. I was away and when I got back, English was everywhere. I did the biggest happy dance.
@FushiaKat Thanks for sharing about Muniere’s disease. I can only imagine how frustrating it can be for you. Wow, your garden contest entry is amazing. That’s a lot of work.
@Katmary71 Update on puppy, she has a bad ear infection, which didn’t present itself as early as I thought. She’s on meds now and seems more relaxed. The crazy old lady jumped out of the truck as soon as the door opened and almost hurt herself. She’s a chunk and shouldn’t jump that high.
Oh strawberries and cream sound great!! Great idea too. I’m invited to a bbq/pool/yoga party tomorrow at a friends. I’m bringing salads but that sounds nice too.
@shaunarlr83 you keep living life to the fullest, you inspire so many.
@gjaholy33 congrats on the test results. That’s amazing. You’re doing great.
@tammymccrady6278 what beautiful grans you have. Looks like you had a lovely vacay.
@DrewsAnna I’m glad your logging better. Don’t worry about others, we all have our slip ups. You can see mine. Know that we you see carbs on mine I will have a bad WI week.
Glad we have the stridekick challenges again too. I need them. Ive been strolling my room today. My calories were (Sick) so low yesterday. So I’m weak today, light on the exercises today.
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I think I am all caught up. Sorry if I missed anyone.
Son had a rough exam today. He said everyone walked out unhappy. I feel bad for him, he studies all day long. It was a research course, thankfully he comes home happy from the medical courses/exams.
My youngest has her end of the year party tomorrow and main exams start next week. Wohoo!
I’m feeling better today. Sick twice in such a short period. That was rough! I was in so much pain I couldn’t speak and I’m tough. Glad to be on the mend. Hope this is it for the summer.
Trying to organize the house before I close it up for a while. Wohoo!!
No zeros:
I kept up with stretching while feeling unwell.
Pushed the fluids as best I could so I didn’t feel worse.
July challenge: logging fluids is getting somewhat better.
Have a great Wednesday 💐
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Happy National Coffee............... (Second, minute, hour, morning, afternoon, evening, night, breakfast, brunch, snack, supper, 2nd snack, dinner, dessert, midnight snack, day, week, month, year, decade, century)5
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Hello everyone. The members in this group are so optimistic and with gratitude happy to read all your posts that are not only inspirational but courageous when dealing with the daily challenges of living.
I am not much of a talker so it does follow through in my lack of posts. It is just who I am.
No movement in my weight. A sigh of relief no gain.
PW May 31 187.5 lbs
CW June 6 187.5 lbs
Blood pressure check ✔️ ✅️ ☑️
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Welcome to June everyone!!
I will do a quick introduction/re-introduction since this is just my second month at this!
I am 50 years-old and married for 24 years. I have two step-daughters (29 & 30) and two sons (24 & 20). I am a big 'nerd'. I play many role-playing games, boardgames, miniature games, etc... I started playing Dungeons and Dragons when I was 10 or 11 and have been playing off and on since (I play in a weekly game at the moment). I have been at P&G for 28 years. My work is mainly standing at a lab bench or sitting at a computer.
I've been up and down with my weight my entire adult life. In 2006-2008 I actively tried to lose weight and was able to get down to ~180pounds (which I was quite happy with). However, I stopped watching what I was eating and ended up back at 270pounds. In 2019 I started WW and was able to get down to 225 pounds rather easily/quickly but have been stuck in the 220's for a few years.
I am starting to up my walking and going to slowly introducing running into my exercise routine.
I practice Intermittent Fasting most days (16-20 hours).
I know I can get there! I've done it before...just will just take time!
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Wednesday ci - weather is still *kitten* out 😝, but I found out this morning that the *kitten* weather is a blessing in disguise. The low pressure system that's been parked over us since Fri night had kept the Canadian wildfire smoke clear of us. Maine's air quality is still in the green, while western new England, New York, NJ, and I'm not sure about southern new England are blanketed in hazy air, filled with particulates, that is bad to breathe.
Silver linings! 🤪
I had a dermatology appt this morning. Two pre-cancerous (small) spots next to, and above, right eye zapped. Everything else looks good, which is very good news for this Irish American 👏 .
I'm getting kind of worried about a polyp in my nose tho. Just started developing this Feb & March. Was a definite, visible polyp when I saw my doctor for a physical on Apr 25. She said it looked benign, smooth edges, but needed to be biopsied. ENT referral, but they were backed up 2-4 weeks, she said.
I hadn't heard from them yet, 5 or so weeks later, so I asked the dermatologist about it this afternoon. (The thing has grown 2-3x what it was on Apr 25th physical checkup date.) He appeared ... concerned. Described it as a mass rather than a polyp, and said he'd contact my doc about fast-tracking that ENT referral to an urgent status. 😬 It has become more concerning to me the last couple weeks, as well. Had several extended nosebleeds while I was out of town the last few weeks.6 -
What is the July 4th challenge, btw?
I love reading those posts, but I don't know that I know what it is? 🤪0 -
Hi all....My mother has cancer. I am so heartbroken. I just lost my dad in January to cancer! Things are so rough right now and I want to quit trying with my weight loss. At the same time, I know it is important to my own health. I am going to continue to keep myself accountable here, if only to not let myself spiral. I ask for prayers for my family if you are one to pray.
Username:@leonadixon
PW 5/25/2023: 225.0
Check In: Thursdays
6/1/2023: 225.0
6/08/2023: 227.5
6/15/2023:
6/22/2023:
6/29/2023:8 -
((((((( Leona )))))))) ...so sorry 😞.
Cherish whatever time you have, and take care of yourself. That's a lot to bear in one year. I lost my Mom in Nov - I let myself gain back in just over 3 mos, what it took me 18 mos to lose. Wish I hadn't done that.5 -
@mkksemail i don’t blame you for being concerned! I hope you head back from the ENT very quickly and they can get that taken care of.
@leonadixon I’m so sorry to hear about your mom, and for your recent loss of your father. I hope for some peace, health and the best possible care for your mom and your whole family.4 -
With all these introductions and reintroductions I thought I would join in on it as well.
I drink coffee.
Hi my name is 19Shmoo69 it's pronounced
Dar-ren.
I drink coffee.
@Katmary71 suggested that I had been in the group before her. While I may have joined before her I did not stay in it as she did. I left then joined another group. I was really negative in that group. I left that group. Now I'm back in this group but I've only been back for just a little bit.
I drink coffee.
January I started carnivore. I've learned quite a bit about myself. Sugar causes severe pain so I no longer eat any desserts. Carbs, even from vegetables, cause inflammation and joint pain. I used to give into carbs during pot blessed meals but it takes two days to recover.
I drink coffee.
The uniqueness is I have a marathon in October and the proper training is to carb load the day before to secure enough energy for the run. I invited my church come carb load with me. Unfortunately I will probably only eat meat while they eat spaghetti.
I drink coffee.
I think the last thing I will share is that I drink coffee.
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I think I've turned a corner now. I joined Water Aerobics and have begun to journal my food and exercise again in Myfitnesspal. I feel encouraged. I started this program through my insurance called Mindful Eating and it's good information and it is causing me to think about my relationship with food. One thing's for sure. I need to stop stuffing my food and begin to chew more. That's one simple revelation I am realizing. Small but powerful realization.
Lord help me to continue to be encouraged. Longevity will be my friend. Lord help me!!
No Zero Day - I sliced half of a cucumber tonight and ate that as a snack. The norm would have been chips or ice cream. Small victory!!!!
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@19shmoo69
Hey Dar-ren
I enjoyed your intro post but it was a little triggering lol. Lifelong coffee addict here. Like a pot or two a day from 17-37. I gave myself an ulcer years ago and powered through. Then suddenly one day in May 2020 (I remember it well, as it was such a somber and momentous occasion) I made my pot like every morning. I took my first sip and became violently ill. Ever since that day I’ve tried countless times, and 🤮 every single time. It’s so cruel. Why? Why?
So now I switched to tea, about 75 flavours, but I dream about coffee every single day.
Anyway, there’s my not particularly interesting or amusing coffee story lol I’m short, I’m jealous of you and your coffee enjoyment. 3 -
Well the smoke has arrived here in Connecticut. This will be day two of inside walking (and no walk for Monty). Something about walking outside that makes the time go by so quickly. Made this yummy meal last night and had to share; added grilled chicken for protein and used pasta I had in the cupboard instead of the whole wheat.
https://www.skinnytaste.com/20-minute-veggie-lo-mein-bowl/
@mkksemail The July 4th challenge was posted in the last week of the May thread; page 21. Don't think it would be too late to make some kind of commitment. Good luck at the ENT, I would be concerned too.
Hey Slimpossibles! Join me for a fun 4th of July challenge! Choose just one thing to work on until July 4th to make it a habit. Do the thing and report in as often as you'd like how you are doing!
For my "thing", I am going to choose tracking just one meal a day.
Good luck!
@19shmoo69
@trooworld Congrats! Can you share a picture? Would love to see!
@leonadixon So sorry to hear about your Mom. I understand fully; my sister (and best friend) was just diagnosed with ovarian cancer; such heart ache. You are definitely in my prayers. Cherish every minute.
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@megnolia82 I'm sorry about your ulcer. Have you tried teachino? That's prolly not spelled correctly. It's a tea like coffee flavored drink. My wife likes it.
@ddainiak that's gif was funny. Thank you for that. My first thought was he's an amateur. Just drink out of the clear cup. Lol
@trooworld I do drink a lil bit of coffee. I try not advertise it. How'd I do?4
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