Downsizers Team Chat - NOVEMBER 2023
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Mid-week check in
Hi all, I just feel like I should check in a bit here, get some of my feelings out, etc. I am on my 4th week of the program (already!) and I am grateful to be down nearly 30lb since I started but I am really struggling with my weight loss slowing down. I know the number on the scales is not the be-all and end-all, but being the size that I am, and having so much to lose, my poor body is suffering every day I am this weight.
There have been some NSVs- it's less painful to get out of bed, I can shower easier, I can do other "hygiene things" better (IYKYK lol) and I feel as though I have more energy.
However, I am going through massive cravings sometimes. Certain foods that I can't have right now because of the program I'm on (I have committed to following it at least until February since it is a hospital-based program) and at some points in the day I am really going crazy! I have found a few recovery meetings for people who are food addicts and that's been super helpful. I am going to reach out to some local people too who are in these groups to try and find local support. Also, my left knee is giving me a major problem at times. I have to keep an eye on that. The last thing I need is to be completely immobile as it heals.
I know slow and steady is good. I know that I didn't put all the weight on overnight and I shouldn't expect to lose it the same way (even though sometimes I feel like I just woke up fat one day!) but I am also wanting to see results. I hate how I look. I hate the person I am. I know my worth is not determined by the number on a scale or a clothing tag but I am missing out on so much joy. I avoid photographs, parties, or activities that would bring attention to me. And I am missing out.
I have this couple at church right now who have been such an amazing support. They are only here until January- they live in Utah and they are in my hometown doing a mission with the church for a year. I love them so much, I feel as though they are the parents I never had growing up. But I avoid photos with them- memories that I want to cherish- because I am so big.
I just needed to share my feelings around this. I am determined to get healthy and to be smaller. I can say that this is all about health all I want, but I know that's not the case... I don't want to wear 4x clothes. I don't want the first thing people notice about me is my size. I am already tall- so I am already noticeable!
I'm so grateful for this group. I love the discussions and the honesty. I am glad I have somewhere to be accountable because the program I'm in doesn't discuss weight at all.
Thanks for letting me be here- and thanks for letting me have a place to share
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Good Morning team!. I hope all of you US citizens made it through another “fall back” as we make our semi annual clock adjustment. (Yes, I realize that some states within the US have also scrapped concept of daylight savings time, realizing we no longer live in an 18th century largely agrarian society!). Anyway that’s my morning rant, now here are my numbers @lindamtuck2018:
Member name: rwillems
Weigh-in day: Sunday
PW: 281.6 lbs
CW: 280.4 lbs. down 1.2 lbs.
Please don’t take offense at my DST rant, I was just playing around.1 -
PW: 215
CW: 213.8
Weekends are very tough for me to eat well or diet as we are either hosting or visiting.1 -
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NouveauRee wrote: »@lindamtuck2018
Too many Halloween treats this week. Didn’t buy any for home but it was all over work and I caved several times. Hopefully next week it will be gone for a bit before all the Thanksgiving treats make their appearance.
PW 174.4
CW 174.8
Thankfully, in Canada, thanksgiving has already passed. We get a bit of a break between thanksgiving and Christmas treats.
Awesome loss!JimBoden3
Weigh-in Day: Friday (Nov 3, 2023)
PW: 236.4
CW: 241.1
Apologies for being late - it's been a crazy week between work, birthday, Halloween and our youngest sons soccer team winning district championship - on to the state quarter finals! Weigh in day was a bit of a blip with the prior and post days being less so note to self - don't eat from the basket of free nacho chips the night before weigh-in!
Nacho chips can definitely throw our weight loss off. Have a good week. Was it your birthday? Happy birthday if it was.
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Nov 5:
👣 📝 🥗 Had a time yesterday - girls day at the casino. Didn't win (never do). I picked up subway on the way home - under my calorie goal, but the sodium in the sub always gets to me.
Sounds like my trips to the casino. I am always a loser. I always stay overnight as we usually see a show when we go so lots of high sodium meals in restaurants. The main thing is the fun you have.KarlysFreedom wrote: »This week has been a struggle to lose any weight.
My legs have started swelling again with fluid and whatever weight I would have lost from my eating habits is thwarted by the fluid I'm retaining.
Which causes me to be in a continual plateau area, neither losing or gaining weight. Which I guess the not gaining is a good thing; but, I'm so tired of constantly retaining water.
I take water pills and drink plenty of water during the day, and do certain exercises with my feet/legs that is supposed to help stop the fluid buildup. None of it seems to be working. Hopefully, I can get this situation taking care of soon and return to losing weight like I did in September.
Do compression stocking help. While I don’t get the swelling in my legs as bad as you do I know it’s painful so I really feel for you. Stick with the healthy eating and you will see a decrease in the weight eventually.Heretochange88 wrote: »lindamtuck2018 wrote: »Question
Which you find harder diet wise, weekdays or weekends? Why?
Most days kinda roll into one for me. I work in retail (when I am actually working) but the days where i have more planning and routine (Tuesdays I have therapy so I usually stay out to study at a coffee shop and enjoy being out and Sunday I have church so my day is planned right up to like 7pm) I feel as though it's easier. The days where I am alone and more likely to think- that's where I find difficulty.
Hang in there. When you are frustrated with the pace of your loss, look at those NSV’s. You are doing fantastic. You were number one in weight loss for the month of October on our team, You placed in the top three for last week. It has taken me almost 4 years to lose what I have lost. I see people lose weight week after week and it can be frustrating for me. I think, “why can’t I be like that”. Bottom line is we all lose weight differently. We all have different struggles. I know we want the weight gone by yesterday but you are working hard and you will lose. I don’t know which group you are trying for food addicts but I have known a few people that have gone to over eaters anonymous and really found it helpful. Talking to others who have had the same struggle helps. I know seeking help for binge eating disorder is what changed my life when it came to weight loss. Sorry I rambled. .Good Morning team!. I hope all of you US citizens made it through another “fall back” as we make our semi annual clock adjustment. (Yes, I realize that some states within the US have also scrapped concept of daylight savings time, realizing we no longer live in an 18th century largely agrarian society!). Anyway that’s my morning rant, now here are my numbers @lindamtuck2018:
Member name: rwillems
Weigh-in day: Sunday
PW: 281.6 lbs
CW: 280.4 lbs. down 1.2 lbs.
Please don’t take offense at my DST rant, I was just playing around.
No offence take but you did forget us up in Canada. Lol 😂 I think some provinces don’t do it. Congrats on the loss,PW: 215
CW: 213.8
Weekends are very tough for me to eat well or diet as we are either hosting or visiting.
Fantastic loss!
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Steps: 4,549
Exercise: ❌
Rings: ✔️
Physio: ❌
Woke up feeling more energetic. Very thankful for this. Didn’t make it to the pool yesterday but I did a few small mini walks. I was already to the pool today. Was a shorter swim but I got there. Off to see my granddaughter and then tackle the laundry.
Weekends are definitely harder especially Saturday. I blame part of it on my husband. I said to him yesterday, it feels like I eat for the sake of eating on Saturdays. It is something I am working on but it is not easy.
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@Megan_smartiepants1970 How are you feeling?
My Steps:
10/29/23 18,701
10/30/23 18,188
10/31/23 17,498
11/01/23 3,931
11/02/23 23,105
11/03/23 20,879
11/04/23 20,609
Total 122,911
I am feeling much better ..thanks for asking ... now if my ankle/foot/leg would stop hurting then I would be a happy camper1 -
Here is my friendly Sunday reminder of the people's steps I need for November Week 1... Please have your steps by no later than Tuesday Evening 11/7/23...so that I can post the results on Wednesday morning...Thanks for your cooperation
@Hotspur11 10/29 - 11/4
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Weigh In Day: Sunday
PW : 219.9
CW : 218.5
STEPS:
11/04: 13,896
11/03: 18,058
11/02: 15,835
11/01: 4,474
10/31: 19,536
10/30: 9,481
10/29: 15,7245 -
Cormierannie
Weigh in day Sunday
PW: 132 pounds
CW: 132 pounds2 -
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Hello everyone,
Just popping in to say hello, and it is a new week in this challenge. I had pancakes with my grandkids this morning. Sugar soared, then dropped. I am back to normal now, but really wiped my energy. I think I am back on track now. I had a well-balanced meal for lunch and felt better. I need to plan my food, time, exercises, etc. In other words, I NEED to do more self-care. Thank you guys. Enjoy your day.
@Heretochange88 We are always here for you. You are doing really well. Look for patterns of when you feel defeated and when you feel in power. I usually feel defeated when I am tired or need to eat. I feel more powerful when I am focusing on my sleep and eating on time. Keep those NSV close at hand and a list of distractions when you feel like eating something you don't want to eat. Also, have some food that are low calorie, high fiber food like salad or veggies that is allowed on your program. Put them in a fancy bowl or something that makes it feel really special. Great job reaching out to groups for support. You are doing this and you are strong! You keep pushing and not stop. Also, change your mindset. Think about that you want more energy, more mobility, more _____, instead of wanting to get rid of body, rid of ____. By putting it in positive terms your body can handle it with less stress. Positive thoughts make happy hormones. So phrase all your wishes in positive terms and see how that goes. Dream BIG of all you are GOING to do. I am very proud of you and all your success. Keep up the superb work.4 -
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@Megan_smartiepants1970
Steps!...
10/29 7146
10/30 7113
10/31 7777
11/01 7039
11/02 8506
11/03 7227
11/04 9516
Thank you! Glad you are feeling better and I really hope that foot follows suit!2 -
@Megan_smartiepants1970
Steps!...
10/29 7146
10/30 7113
10/31 7777
11/01 7039
11/02 8506
11/03 7227
11/04 9516
Thank you! Glad you are feeling better and I really hope that foot follows suit!
Thank you so much RoblinB 1 -
lindamtuck2018 wrote: »
Hang in there. When you are frustrated with the pace of your loss, look at those NSV’s. You are doing fantastic. You were number one in weight loss for the month of October on our team, You placed in the top three for last week. It has taken me almost 4 years to lose what I have lost. I see people lose weight week after week and it can be frustrating for me. I think, “why can’t I be like that”. Bottom line is we all lose weight differently. We all have different struggles. I know we want the weight gone by yesterday but you are working hard and you will lose. I don’t know which group you are trying for food addicts but I have known a few people that have gone to over eaters anonymous and really found it helpful. Talking to others who have had the same struggle helps. I know seeking help for binge eating disorder is what changed my life when it came to weight loss. Sorry I rambled. .
You didn't ramble at all! Thankyou for your amazing insight! You are right and I have been there with slowed weight loss, or super fast weight loss that wasn't sustainable. I am just so determined to become someone that I can be proud of, and I want to be that person now... it is a journey though! I have to be loving and patient!
I have been to Overeaters Anonymous. There are two great online meetings that I was introduced to- one for people who have relapsed a lot and one that is a special focus for people who have/had 100+lb to lose. I definitely need to reach out to some local people though for some fellowship!
Thanks again, Linda, you're truly awesome!2 -
Learningmoments wrote: »Hello everyone,
@Heretochange88 We are always here for you. You are doing really well. Look for patterns of when you feel defeated and when you feel in power. I usually feel defeated when I am tired or need to eat. I feel more powerful when I am focusing on my sleep and eating on time. Keep those NSV close at hand and a list of distractions when you feel like eating something you don't want to eat. Also, have some food that are low calorie, high fiber food like salad or veggies that is allowed on your program. Put them in a fancy bowl or something that makes it feel really special. Great job reaching out to groups for support. You are doing this and you are strong! You keep pushing and not stop. Also, change your mindset. Think about that you want more energy, more mobility, more _____, instead of wanting to get rid of body, rid of ____. By putting it in positive terms your body can handle it with less stress. Positive thoughts make happy hormones. So phrase all your wishes in positive terms and see how that goes. Dream BIG of all you are GOING to do. I am very proud of you and all your success. Keep up the superb work.
This made me cry, in a good way! Yes I've been hungry and sad. Things have not been easy in other aspects of my life and it's taken it's toll on me. I am just so grateful for you guys who get it. I have amazing support from my partner with the food stuff and my "church parents" who are truly angels in my life. I get to spend time with them a few times a week and the love I get from them really helps me push forward. It's so nice to have a mom that I can share my wins and struggles with! And it's so nice that she's always so proud of me
I am going to work on my positivity more. I need that mental growth mindset!4 -
Pw: 238.6
Cw: 239.4
Steps:
10/29-1,473
198
1,520
0
4,041
12,973
11/4- 0
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Weigh In Day: Sunday
PW : 219.9
CW : 218.5
STEPS:
11/04: 13,896
11/03: 18,058
11/02: 15,835
11/01: 4,474
10/31: 19,536
10/30: 9,481
10/29: 15,724
Nice loss this week!Learningmoments wrote: »Hello everyone,
Just popping in to say hello, and it is a new week in this challenge. I had pancakes with my grandkids this morning. Sugar soared, then dropped. I am back to normal now, but really wiped my energy. I think I am back on track now. I had a well-balanced meal for lunch and felt better. I need to plan my food, time, exercises, etc. In other words, I NEED to do more self-care. Thank you guys. Enjoy your day.
@Heretochange88 We are always here for you. You are doing really well. Look for patterns of when you feel defeated and when you feel in power. I usually feel defeated when I am tired or need to eat. I feel more powerful when I am focusing on my sleep and eating on time. Keep those NSV close at hand and a list of distractions when you feel like eating something you don't want to eat. Also, have some food that are low calorie, high fiber food like salad or veggies that is allowed on your program. Put them in a fancy bowl or something that makes it feel really special. Great job reaching out to groups for support. You are doing this and you are strong! You keep pushing and not stop. Also, change your mindset. Think about that you want more energy, more mobility, more _____, instead of wanting to get rid of body, rid of ____. By putting it in positive terms your body can handle it with less stress. Positive thoughts make happy hormones. So phrase all your wishes in positive terms and see how that goes. Dream BIG of all you are GOING to do. I am very proud of you and all your success. Keep up the superb work.
Selfcare and weight loss go hand in hand.Heretochange88 wrote: »lindamtuck2018 wrote: »
Hang in there. When you are frustrated with the pace of your loss, look at those NSV’s. You are doing fantastic. You were number one in weight loss for the month of October on our team, You placed in the top three for last week. It has taken me almost 4 years to lose what I have lost. I see people lose weight week after week and it can be frustrating for me. I think, “why can’t I be like that”. Bottom line is we all lose weight differently. We all have different struggles. I know we want the weight gone by yesterday but you are working hard and you will lose. I don’t know which group you are trying for food addicts but I have known a few people that have gone to over eaters anonymous and really found it helpful. Talking to others who have had the same struggle helps. I know seeking help for binge eating disorder is what changed my life when it came to weight loss. Sorry I rambled. .
You didn't ramble at all! Thankyou for your amazing insight! You are right and I have been there with slowed weight loss, or super fast weight loss that wasn't sustainable. I am just so determined to become someone that I can be proud of, and I want to be that person now... it is a journey though! I have to be loving and patient!
I have been to Overeaters Anonymous. There are two great online meetings that I was introduced to- one for people who have relapsed a lot and one that is a special focus for people who have/had 100+lb to lose. I definitely need to reach out to some local people though for some fellowship!
Thanks again, Linda, you're truly awesome!
Be proud of yourself now. The changes you are making are very inspiring. Change is hard and I think we all need to give ourselves credit for doing it.
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Steps: 10,279
Exercise: ✔️
Rings: ✔️
Physio: ✔️
I am sitting here trying to decide whether to swim or go to the exercise room. I will use the bike and try to lift some weights if I go. I am hesitant on the weights as I don’t want to make my back hurt more but it is something I really want to get back to. Decisions. Tune in tomorrow for the answer.
Happy Monday morning too you all!
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Anyone have a motivational quote they would like to share to get this Monday started?1
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Congats to our top three for week one!
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SW: 275.2
10/8: 270.8
10/17: 275
10/22: 271.2
10/29: 271.6
11/5: 268.63 -
@Megan_smartiepants1970
Steps
Sun 29 9,002
30th 12,005
31st 15,090
1st 11,268
2nd 8,698
3rd 2,167 (bad weather!)
4th 12,627
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11/3-3,430
11/4-2,722
Megan, may you please remove me from the steps challenge for this month and until further notice? The weather is changing and I am not getting out much since I don't have a vehicle currently. Thank you, I hope everyone is doing well.2 -
PW-220
CW-221.62 -
10/29-8543
10/30-7124
10/31-4231
11/1-8573
11/2-7762
11/3-7396
11/4-101643
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