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Downsizers Team Chat - OCTOBER 2023
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lindamtuck2018 wrote: »
There’s Halloween candy in bowls and baskets and buckets everywhere at work. I stayed away Mon/Tue but got in to it today🫣 peanut M&Ms and almond snickers are my fave.
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lindamtuck2018 wrote: »Question:
Do you strength train? Do you do it at home or the gym?
Yes I do; at home. Usually three times a week. I alternate between SeniorShape Fitness, yes2next, and silver sneakers routines.
@NouveauRee Have you tried any of the above? They are my go-tos. You don't have to be "eligible" to get a silvers sneakers account and access the On Demand videos.1 -
@lindamtuck2018 I might have missed it but what is "closing your rings"?0
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@Slimmersixties
That's great! Thanks for the visual!!
@lindamtuck2018
This month has been a contentious effort in maintaining during the cycle. This week, I usually gain3-7 lbs if I'm not mistaken. so 'prepping' for that seems to be helping! As for weight training, it's on my list!0 -
lindamtuck2018 wrote: »
That was converted steps. I convert swimming and water exercise into steps. Megan has a step conversion chart for all kinds of exercise.
@lindamtuck2018 Yes, but good for you regardless!
A step is a step regardless of where it came from!
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@NouveauRee Have you tried any of the above? They are my go-tos. You don't have to be "eligible" to get a silvers sneakers account and access the On Demand videos.
@ddainiak have not heard of these. Will check them out. Thanks for the suggestion!
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I must say I love my Dr. She is supportive and i find my monthly check ins with her are super motivating. I was beating myself up for having minimal losses this month but she reminded me that the scale is still down. I'm halfway to my (first) goal weight. I am ready to move forward with getting more protein and more fiber this month.
Sending good motivational vibes to the entire team! Go team!
That is a good reminder. No matter how small the loss, it is moving you toward your goal. I know for me personally, I have been on my weight loss journey for almost 4 years. That is less than 2 pounds a month average. Bottom line, I will get there just slowly. Protein and fiber are so important. Protein makes us feel fuller. My dietician always told me to have a carb and a protein for my evening snack as it will keep me fuller. I have a hard time with getting enough fiber so I have two gummy fiber supplements each morning. Keep up the good work.NouveauRee wrote: »lindamtuck2018 wrote: »Question:
Do you strength train? Do you do it at home or the gym?
Home but not consistently🫣 anyone have any tips on how to learn to love ST? I actually enjoy cardio but still have a hard time getting motivated to ST. I’ve tried videos and YT and listening to music but haven’t found a way to make it fun and enjoyable.
I love strength training but if I stop it’s hard to get back doing it. I love free weights. With my back I have to be careful. I would love to work with a trainer but it’s a lot of money.NouveauRee wrote: »lindamtuck2018 wrote: »
There’s Halloween candy in bowls and baskets and buckets everywhere at work. I stayed away Mon/Tue but got in to it today🫣 peanut M&Ms and almond snickers are my fave.
I avoid buying peanut m&m’s because once I start I can’t stop. Another is Jersey milk bars. A lady told me that you can get them in Halloween size. Ever fiber in my body wanted to get to the store and buy a bag.
What was different Monday and Tuesday compared to yesterday?@lindamtuck2018 I might have missed it but what is "closing your rings"?
I have an Apple Watch. There are three rings you have to close: exercise, move and standing. The standing and move are fairly easy. It’s the exercise that is harder. Next month I am going to increase all three goals.
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Steps: 4.570
Exercise: 2/4
Close rings: 18/28
I did mini walks yesterday. I think part of my problem with exercise is i focus too much on what I can’t do anymore because of my back/leg issues that I forget about the things I can do. It then turns into not wanting to do anything. The good news is I will be finally starting the new medication tomorrow for the neuropathy. I have my fingers and toes crossed this will allow me to walk further. 🤞
I do strength training in the pool and during my mini walks. Granted it’s with 2 pound weights but it’s something. Most of my physio exercises are for my core.
Have a great Thursday!2 -
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Friday has come around extra quick this week!😂😂😂 Excellent motivation to be extra strict with the calories today!!!2 -
Glad you all felt my pain!!
@lindamtuck2018 ~ I increased my targets to close my rings a couple of weeks ago. I changed my focus to closing the rings (Apple watch) and exercising in the fat burning zone (according to my fitbit). The steps will simply be a product of those two things!
They also keep a jar of M&M peanuts here at the office. I work really hard to not take any. Yesterday, my boss (who is the CEO) brough me a spoonful! It was actually funny!
Step Challenge - Goal 8,500
10/15 4,455
10/16 12,579
10/17 10,170
10/18 11,650
10/19
10/20
10/21
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10/16 12,579
10/17 10,170
10/18 11,650
@itladyee That's some good steppin'!! Keep going, itldayee!
And it sounds like your boss has a sense of humor! I mean, really, what can you do when the M&M's literally walk across the office to come to you!?! I guess that's portion control if it's by the spoonful!
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Heretochange88
PW- 390.2lb
CW- 383.8lb
-6.4lb
Not too shabby at all! I'm really happy with the scale and I would love to see the 370s next week!
This week at group is all about exercise. I've not exercised in forever but I want to get back into it. I hurt my neck on Monday and it's still not 100% but it's getting there! I might start getting into the pool soon too.
Today I'm going to measure myself and look at my progress there too
Have a good day all!2 -
Heretochange88 wrote: »Heretochange88
PW- 390.2lb
CW- 383.8lb
-6.4lb
Not too shabby at all! I'm really happy with the scale and I would love to see the 370s next week!
This week at group is all about exercise. I've not exercised in forever but I want to get back into it. I hurt my neck on Monday and it's still not 100% but it's getting there! I might start getting into the pool soon too.
Today I'm going to measure myself and look at my progress there too
Have a good day all!
You are killin it!!!!🎉1 -
SW - 630
PW - 481.2
CW - 476.2
Been on this app and working on my weight for 207 days now. It's happened so fast that many times I forget I have lost all this weight. I will go to get up from the couch and start to prepare myself for the struggle and excruciating pain, then I stand up and there is no struggle and the pain is tolerable. I'll be standing outside watching birds for 5 or 10 minutes then suddenly realize I've been standing and watching the birds for 5 or 10 minutes. Standing. For 5 or 10 minutes. Feeling so much less like a prisoner but I still have a ways to get mentally before I can actually "escape". Still, these victories are so sweet. I'm glad yall are coming with me and that I get to come along with you. Much love.6 -
SW - 630
PW - 481.2
CW - 476.2
Been on this app and working on my weight for 207 days now. It's happened so fast that many times I forget I have lost all this weight. I will go to get up from the couch and start to prepare myself for the struggle and excruciating pain, then I stand up and there is no struggle and the pain is tolerable. I'll be standing outside watching birds for 5 or 10 minutes then suddenly realize I've been standing and watching the birds for 5 or 10 minutes. Standing. For 5 or 10 minutes. Feeling so much less like a prisoner but I still have a ways to get mentally before I can actually "escape". Still, these victories are so sweet. I'm glad yall are coming with me and that I get to come along with you. Much love.
Fantastic loss and do you realise you are only 1.2 lb away from the target you set for Xmas!!!!1 -
Slimmersixties wrote: »
Fantastic loss and do you realise you are only 1.2 lb away from the target you set for Xmas!!!!
That's crazy. I tried to be a little conservative but thought I would be cutting it close still. Now I gotta see how far under I can get! Appreciate you my friend!1 -
Saw my surgeon this afternoon ... my ankle is not healing properly so he put me in a hard cast for 6 to 8 weeks ... I feel like getting an electric saw and sawing this damn foot of mine off ughhh....6
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Megan_smartiepants1970 wrote: »Saw my surgeon this afternoon ... my ankle is not healing properly so he put me in a hard cast for 6 to 8 weeks ... I feel like getting an electric saw and sawing this damn foot of mine off ughhh....
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Megan_smartiepants1970 wrote: »Saw my surgeon this afternoon ... my ankle is not healing properly so he put me in a hard cast for 6 to 8 weeks ... I feel like getting an electric saw and sawing this damn foot of mine off ughhh....
Im so sorry to hear this.0 -
SW - 630
PW - 481.2
CW - 476.2
Been on this app and working on my weight for 207 days now. It's happened so fast that many times I forget I have lost all this weight. I will go to get up from the couch and start to prepare myself for the struggle and excruciating pain, then I stand up and there is no struggle and the pain is tolerable. I'll be standing outside watching birds for 5 or 10 minutes then suddenly realize I've been standing and watching the birds for 5 or 10 minutes. Standing. For 5 or 10 minutes. Feeling so much less like a prisoner but I still have a ways to get mentally before I can actually "escape". Still, these victories are so sweet. I'm glad yall are coming with me and that I get to come along with you. Much love.
Fantastic! Your success is so motivational!1 -
Slimmer sixties
Friday weigh in
Pw 189lb
Cw 187.5lb
11.5lb to target2 -
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JimBoden3
Weigh-in Day: Friday (Oct 20, 2023)
PW: 238.5
CW: 237.9
Thanks for all the well wishes last week - greatly appreciated. Although it's been a very looooong week at work, it's finally Friday and while I already know I'll be putting more time over the weekend, it will be shorter days and on my schedule so I can deal with that.2 -
Glad you all felt my pain!!
@lindamtuck2018 ~ I increased my targets to close my rings a couple of weeks ago. I changed my focus to closing the rings (Apple watch) and exercising in the fat burning zone (according to my fitbit). The steps will simply be a product of those two things!
They also keep a jar of M&M peanuts here at the office. I work really hard to not take any. Yesterday, my boss (who is the CEO) brough me a spoonful! It was actually funny!
You wear both the Watch and the Fitbit? I laughed about the jar of m&ms and the spoonful.Heretochange88 wrote: »Heretochange88
PW- 390.2lb
CW- 383.8lb
-6.4lb
Not too shabby at all! I'm really happy with the scale and I would love to see the 370s next week!
This week at group is all about exercise. I've not exercised in forever but I want to get back into it. I hurt my neck on Monday and it's still not 100% but it's getting there! I might start getting into the pool soon too.
Today I'm going to measure myself and look at my progress there too
Have a good day all!
The pool is a great way to exercise especially if you have injuries or joint issues. You had an awesome weight loss this week. Keep doing what you are doing.SW - 630
PW - 481.2
CW - 476.2
Been on this app and working on my weight for 207 days now. It's happened so fast that many times I forget I have lost all this weight. I will go to get up from the couch and start to prepare myself for the struggle and excruciating pain, then I stand up and there is no struggle and the pain is tolerable. I'll be standing outside watching birds for 5 or 10 minutes then suddenly realize I've been standing and watching the birds for 5 or 10 minutes. Standing. For 5 or 10 minutes. Feeling so much less like a prisoner but I still have a ways to get mentally before I can actually "escape". Still, these victories are so sweet. I'm glad yall are coming with me and that I get to come along with you. Much love.
Wow! Great loss. It’s even better the NSVks you are seeing as a result. You are an amazing teammate.Megan_smartiepants1970 wrote: »Saw my surgeon this afternoon ... my ankle is not healing properly so he put me in a hard cast for 6 to 8 weeks ... I feel like getting an electric saw and sawing this damn foot of mine off ughhh....
Good lord. Do they know why your not healing? The saw thing I get.Slimmersixties wrote: »Slimmer sixties
Friday weigh in
Pw 189lb
Cw 187.5lb
11.5lb to target
You are on fire. We can and will reach the 💯 pounds lost.JimBoden3
Weigh-in Day: Friday (Oct 20, 2023)
PW: 238.5
CW: 237.9
Thanks for all the well wishes last week - greatly appreciated. Although it's been a very looooong week at work, it's finally Friday and while I already know I'll be putting more time over the weekend, it will be shorter days and on my schedule so I can deal with that.
Nice loss. Enjoy your weekend.0 -
Steps: 3,491
Exercise: 2/4
Close rings: 19/28
PW 172.4
CW 168
My friend brought back my scales so I decided to weigh in. The scales begged to come home so I told them to behave and I won’t send them away anymore😂 I didn’t get my steps in yesterday as my stomach got bad. This morning I woke up with no bloat, stomach or chest pain on my left side(gas). Maybe things have finally settled. I hope it is not too good to be true. I am meeting some friends at the pool. I will do exercises with them and swim laps.
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aneedlecraft wrote: »
Moving in the right direction. Nice loss.0 -
Friday fun question:
What is a weird food combination that you like that everyone thinks is awful?0
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