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WaistAways Team Chat - OCTOBER 2023
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@ashleycarole86 I'll be strapping the fitbit back on tomorrow! Put me in the stepping and exercise team for 10k daily in October. I'll try to remember to take it off when I go riding! You don't need to count my horse's steps, although he did become a bit rotund this summer
Fantastic! I have you down
For all my last week of September participants, thanks to those that have submitted steps already!
For those still wanting to submit, I am leaving for Vegas on Thursday so I need to get the report out Wednesday. Please make sure you have your numbers in by end of day Tuesday to be counted in.
My last day, Sep 30, I did 10181 steps and 33 minutes on the Peloton.3 -
October already?!
I'm Kay, 28 (29 at the end of this month!), living in Boston, working in finance - I struggle with binge eating/emotional eating, and generally motivation. I joined this group in Aug 2020, with some sporadic breaks.
I have slowly started to make some progress the last two months and this coming week is finally the end of social engagements/meals I have less control of - I should have 3 solid weeks to focus on meal prep, continuing my workout challenge, and enjoying some solitary autumn activities!
Love our questions of the month.
1. Why this journey? There's been a lot of reasons in the decade since I started this journey but the most recent reasons are: growing health concerns (triglycerides, mobility, straining joints and injuries), feeling frankly dejected anytime I looked in the mirror, wanting to hit m 30s with real healthy habits in place.
2. What's a perfect day? It would be waking up earlier than my commute demands, getting movement in, not letting work or family stress me out, meeting my protein goal, finding a moment during the day where I can realize and acknowledge that I am *not hungry and revel in that a little bit, having a slow dinner, and getting to bed on time. [This has not occurred in recent memory.
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Sup peeps, I'm Vikki, I live in Baltimore, MD, I am 52, work full time for a lumber company doing treasury stuff. I have 3 kids, none of which live with me anymore. I am married, but single for half the week, as my husband works out of town 4 days a week
LOL, he hates when I say that... so of course I gotta say it... He's actually slowing down on going there, for now due to weather.
I have been working on this weight loss thing for quite a while, and I do well, then I don't, it's a roller coaster. I was doing well up until the summer of 2021, then my back started hurting to the point where my years of coping, and yoga weren't working anymore, and I was just miserable all the time, and I relied on alcohol to dull the pain way too much. So I had surgery in fall of 2021. I had a 1 level fusion, with 3 level debridement on my Lumbar, and a double disc replacement with a 1 level fusion on my cervical spine. I did them both at the same time, that was tough, but I am super glad I had it done. I wasn't able to exercise, and the surgery affected a lot of muscle, so I spent a lot longer than I should have feeling sorry for myself. I tried, and tried to get back on the wagon, but it never worked. This time is different though, I am going to be driving the wagon in another month!
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Why this journey? - I got my spine from my mother apparently, and before she died, she told me she wished she had never stopped moving. That stuck with me. Weight loss is not as important to me as feeling good, so my goal is I want to feel good and live a long active life, not be skinny.
I have a trip to Ireland planned for May of next year, this is my dream vacation trip that has been cancelled on me twice, so I am very much looking forward to it, and we decided to do an adventure tour, so it's 8 days of hiking, kayaking, biking and horseback riding. So this means I have 7 months to get my stamina up...
My perfect day - My perfect day, ya know, I don't know, I don't think I could describe it, I think there are too many variables. So, lets just say a day with no guilt, or regrets, a day where I am proud of myself, and sometimes that means I only ate 1 cookie instead of 2.6 -
Good Morning!
PW: 238.1
CW: 235.8
Steps (Goal 7,500/day):
9/25 - 9,531
9/26 - 9,606
9/27 - 7,709
9/28 - 8,072
9/29 - 9,493
9/30 - 4,927
10/1 - 9,134
I think I've been at 7,500 steps long enough, this week I bump it up to 8k steps a day. Hoping October goes a bit better than September in terms of weight loss.
Why this Journey – Fit by 40! I’m turning 40 next November and want to start out in better shape then I spent my 30’s. I’ve recently had to deal with some health issues/scares, and know it’s not going to get easier as I get older, but being stronger and healthier can only help. I’m hopeful that in the 13.5 months left before I hit 40 I can drop some weight and gain some strength and be ready to tackle what’s ahead.
What's a perfect day – These days, a day without pain (or pain killers) is great. Setting time aside for stretching and meditation, along with eating some great food and still having some room for a cocktail. Mixology has become my husbands new hobby and he manages to come up with some tasty treats, but they do pack on the calories, so I’m learning to plan around that. I’m also finishing up week 6 on the couch to 5k program and while I still don’t enjoy the run, I like how I feel after.
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Hey everyone! My name is Jolene. I am a married 38 years old woman living in SW Colorado with my husband and two crazy, lovable dogs.
My goals are to lose weight (like most people here) and get in better shape. My goals include working out at least four days/week, sticking to 1,360 calories/day, and a daily 6,000 step goal which can be a struggle because I work a desk job. Speaking of which, @Gidgitgoescrzy - what lumber company do you work for? I am responsible for everything administrative at a wood flooring manufacturer and we get all of our lumber from the Appalachians. It would be cool if our companies work together.
Like a few people have mentioned, I too use alcohol to dull pain and as a social tool. One other goal I have for myself is sober October where I don't drink for the entire month. I've done a month of no alcohol before, but I hate to admit, it's not easy.
@conleywoods - thank you for your questions!
I am on this journey because I hit my point. I saw pictures of myself at a friend's wedding that I didn't like. I realized I never felt good or confident. Trying on 10 different outfits and choosing the one that made me look less fat than the others, was not where I wanted to be. Also, my mom is in her late 70s and struggles to walk, breathe, and has a myriad of other issues. I don't want to be like that when I'm older.
My perfect weight loss day would start after a good night's sleep where I don't have to wake up to an alarm. It would then include a CrossFit workout or something else that gets my heart pumping. Later in the day I would go for a walk with my husband and our dogs. My foods/meals would be planned ahead of time, and I would stick with them.
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My name is Joann and we have entered my favourite season of the year. I love this time of year now that school is back into a routine and the weather a little cooler but still pulling veggies out of the garden. I'm married and work full time as a Public Health nurse from Alberta. We have a 1 year old German Shephard and a 9 year old daughter. my summer was a mix of getting time off from work, which was amazing, but meant that my schedule and food choices were not the best. September I really focused on getting my activity up and not snacking at nigh which is finally reflected on the scale this week.
PW 170
CW 167.6
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@conleywoods love this idea
✅ Why are you on this journey? What pushed you to start?
I have many extended family members who grossly obese and I've always told myself that I don't want to follow the family norms. Now that I'm in my 40's I can see how taking control of my health will give me a fuller life with my family and the work is worth it. Keeping up with my daughter and having our dog who demands long walks give me no excuses to sit on the couch. As much as it is about my weight it's also about the relationship I have with food. I've had the all or nothing mentality for the longest time and want to change it and having a daughter I want to show her a good example in having a good relationship with her body and food.
✅ What would your perfect weight loss day look like? For example, how would you start your day🌞, foods you would eat🥬🍎 and activities🚴♂️?
My perfect day involves getting up early to get my workout in. I always feel like I've accomplished something for myself before my day has even started. I don't track calories but my meals would consist of veggies, fruit and good carbs. After dinner would be a family walk with the dog and a relaxing soak in the hot tub before getting to sleep early.2 -
@jugar I cannot pull up any of the spreadsheets all of a sudden. Not sure if it's my phone.
So yesterday was a lazy day. Did not end up going for a walk, I took a nap instead. Which then made it hard for me to sleep last night. Today is a new, although tired day. I am eating according to plan and brought my clothes for body pump. I hope to go to bed early tonight and I will put my phone down lol.4 -
Good afternoon family. My name is John Sterling Scott Jr. and my goal is to not have a New Year’s resolution lol I’m an endomorph so I carry fat around my midsection. I need to lose 10 pounds before the beginning of the year while building muscle(I believe I can accomplish it). I also need to start journaling my food again for accountability. That is why I joined Team WaistAways. On the fitness level, I became a sponsored athlete by EPN Supplements because of my instagram profile. I have to honor them, as well as myself. You can also follow me on instagram @jscottgqva. Have a great day!!!!! 🏋🏿♀️3
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lauren_989 wrote: »@jugar I cannot pull up any of the spreadsheets all of a sudden. Not sure if it's my phone.
MFP seems to be having a problem with links. Again. I am waiting a response from their tech help people...
UPDATE! It seems to be working again now. They fixed it
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JScottJr1988 wrote: »Good afternoon family. My name is John Sterling Scott Jr. and my goal is to not have a New Year’s resolution lol I’m an endomorph so I carry fat around my midsection. I need to lose 10 pounds before the beginning of the year while building muscle(I believe I can accomplish it). I also need to start journaling my food again for accountability. That is why I joined Team WaistAways. On the fitness level, I became a sponsored athlete by EPN Supplements because of my instagram profile. I have to honor them, as well as myself. You can also follow me on instagram @jscottgqva. Have a great day!!!!! 🏋🏿♀️
Good to see you! Your goals sound absolutely reasonable, and journaling (and hanging out here) will certainly help. We have some serious athletes in here and some enthusiastic amateurs, and all of us struggle sometimes to keep it going. Looking forward to your progress 3 -
1. Why this journey?
I am on this journey because if I wasn’t it would be even more detrimental to my health. I have high bp and I’m obese. Heart disease runs in my family. (I keep telling myself, they were all smokers. I never have. ) I am almost back at my highest weight. I feel it in my joints. I need to help my body.
My perfect day? Waking up without aches and pains. Followed by doing a Pilates workout. A nice cup of coffee with eggs and fruit. Logging all my food and staying under my calorie goal. Getting in 10k steps. Having a chef cook a delicious Mediterranean dinner.5 -
Weigh in Day: MONDAY
PW: 191.5
CW: 190.7
Why am I on this journey? Because I need to be - I still need to lose more weight. I need to be healthier so I can live a quality life in my senior years.
What would my perfect weight loss day look like? 3 square meals - fruit, dairy, protein for breakfast - protein, veggies and fruit for lunch - protein and veggies for supper - a total of 1200 - 1400 calories. Some sort of activity - getting my steps in, recumbent bike or outdoor walk.3 -
First 2 days with the Fitbit back on - it's back to inspiring me to park in the farthest reaches of parking lots, using a handbasket instead of a shopping cart, and just generally packing more steps into the day. Yesterday and today worked out pretty well -
Sunday - 12,385
Monday - 13,765 + 15 Pilates + 30 exercise bike
I'm also heading for sober October after a mostly AF September. I have cut way back since May, and lots of things feel better, that's for sure. I know there are a few of us working on this, so let's keep it going. I have found a lot of good info and encouragement on This Naked Mind (thisnakedmindapp.com).5 -
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Yesterday was a good day, I would say it was a perfect day, I exercised, I ate well, I made grilled chicken with bowtie pasta in a lemon cream sauce, and a side of roasted green beans, it was DIVINE! I impressed myself !
@Maddawgmadsen I work for a Lumber wholesaler, we mainly sell to large private construction companies on the east coast.
Have a wonderful day everyone...
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PW: 177.2
CW: 177.6
Considering how much I ate out last week while the owners of our company were in town, this could be a LOT worse.
Steps & Exercise:
Sunday, September 24: 6,062 steps
Monday, September 25: 6,004 steps (I did laps around the house once I realized I was only a few hundred off)
Tuesday, September 26: 6,894 steps, 1 hour of CrossFit
Wednesday, September 27: 8,993 steps, 30 minutes of spin
Thursday, September 28: 7,177 steps, 1 hour of CrossFit
Friday, September 29: 5,111 steps
Saturday, September 30: 5,539 steps, 1 hour of CrossFit
Sunday, October 1: 2,829 steps
Monday, October 2: 4,525 steps
I will start posting my step and exercise counts daily, or as close to daily as I can since I realize doing it weekly cuts off a week for me at the end of each month.
I hope everyone has a great Tuesday! Cheers!6 -
PW: 211.8
CW: 212
It is frustrating to see the scale go up, even though I've had the best week in a long time. I'm sure it's just a water fluctuation but was hoping for a decent loss.5
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