Downsizers Team Chat - DECEMBER 2023
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lindamtuck2018 wrote: »Share your favourite motivational quote or a joke to put a smile on someone’s face.
Go as far as you can.... then take one more step.0 -
ChickieBoom22 wrote: »Hi, Team! It's been another really good week for me. I'm always happiest when I'm busy. I was able to spend some time with my parents and help them with some things around their house and I went Christmas caroling again this weekend.
Question:
It’s Saturday so let’s have a non weight loss question today. What is your favourite holiday tradition? It can be any holiday you celebrate.
My favorite holiday tradition is the mother/daughter brunch I have with my best friends and our moms. Our moms are all getting older but we have the best time when we're all together and have a chance to catch up.
Weigh-in day: Monday
PW: 234.7
CW: 232.6
You are seriously rockin it 💪🏽💪🏽1 -
Just a quick hello. The weather has been cold, humid, and overcast. I don't like weather like that, but hubby makes a wonderful fire to watch and warm up too. Everyone is doing a great job! Keep up the good work.myhands4God wrote: »@lindamtuck2018 Thanks so much! I will do that. I actually love to workout. I don't always push myself and keep it easy. I am pushing myself a bit more and am finding I love it again. I used to love lifting weights. Hubby didn't want me lifting because he was afraid it would bulk me up. When I lost a lot of my weight previously he still wasn't happy with my appearance so I gave up my weight loss journey. Now I am like screw it! I am doing this for me and that means I will lift, row, run, whatever I want to do. I do binge and I am a compulsive overeater. But I am working on getting that under control
I am VERY proud of you! You inspire me.1 -
PW: 86 ??? (can't remember)
CW: 86.4 - meds making me retain water big time
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Hi Everyone ... I got out of the hospital this morning ... I have cellulitis which is an infection in my leg .. I am taking an antibiotic called Clindamycin it is the only med I can take since I am allergic to all cillins .... I had a cracked rod in my leg so I had to have another surgery.. I am in alot of pain but I am happy to be home in my own bed ..I hope everyone is doing good ... Will do the steps when I am not so out of it ...Good Night6
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PW-214
CW-214
Stayed the same, I'm ok with that this week.
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12/10-7589
12/11-8732
12/12-9549
12/13-7731
12/14-7325
12/15-8812
12/16-5498
Someone was asking about if I was still having health problems. I am, I go to a nerologist on Dec 27, Maybe she can figure out why I'm still having headaches and pressure on my cranial. Thanks for asking.2 -
pw:236.4
cw:236.4
steps:
12/10- 2,001
14,560
12,919
14,785
13,282
14,199
12/16- 3,5462 -
10: 2457
11:2133
12:1768
13:1107
14:2753
15:5828
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adianeschu wrote: »12/10-7589
12/11-8732
12/12-9549
12/13-7731
12/14-7325
12/15-8812
12/16-5498
Someone was asking about if I was still having health problems. I am, I go to a nerologist on Dec 27, Maybe she can figure out why I'm still having headaches and pressure on my cranial. Thanks for asking.laquita606 wrote: »pw:236.4
cw:236.4
steps:
12/10- 2,001
14,560
12,919
14,785
13,282
14,199
12/16- 3,546
Way to hold the line my friends1 -
@Megan_smartiepants1970
Hi Megan, so sorry to hear about your recent trip to hospital. Can't believe how many problems one little fall has caused. Wishing you a speedy recovery and i hope that 2024 will be a better year for you!
Steps (target 5000)
Fri 15th 10,619
Sat 16th 1,805
Sun 17th 3,821
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iLive2Walk wrote: »A chuckle for today:
How did you post that pic? I , for the life of me, cannot figure it out.0 -
prodigal6766 wrote: »iLive2Walk wrote: »A chuckle for today:
How did you post that pic? I , for the life of me, cannot figure it out.
I used my snipping tool. 😉0 -
@Megan_smartiepants1970
So glad you are home - please rest and don't worry about the steps! Is it something I could help with while you are recouperating?1 -
iLive2Walk wrote: »prodigal6766 wrote: »iLive2Walk wrote: »A chuckle for today:
How did you post that pic? I , for the life of me, cannot figure it out.
I used my snipping tool. 😉
Please elucidate.
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Here are my steps from last week:
12/10 - 2,672
12/11 - 13,638
12/12 - 9,310
12/13 - 12,546
12/14 - 6,115
12/15 - 8,088
12/16 - 2,609
I have excuses if you want to hear them.
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myhands4God wrote: »@lindamtuck2018 Thanks so much! I will do that. I actually love to workout. I don't always push myself and keep it easy. I am pushing myself a bit more and am finding I love it again. I used to love lifting weights. Hubby didn't want me lifting because he was afraid it would bulk me up. When I lost a lot of my weight previously he still wasn't happy with my appearance so I gave up my weight loss journey. Now I am like screw it! I am doing this for me and that means I will lift, row, run, whatever I want to do. I do binge and I am a compulsive overeater. But I am working on getting that under control
We have to do this for ourselves. My husband wanted me to stop about 20 pounds ago. I figured I was stopping either when I was ready or the doctor recommended stopping. Working on controlling binge eating will be something I will be working on for the rest of my life. It’s been 4 years since I started therapy for my binge eating. While I finished therapy maybe 3 years ago, it is something I have to continue to work on. Learning how to manage my triggers for binge eating is the most important thing I do for my weight loss and now weight maintenance.myhands4God wrote: »@ChickieBoom22- I love this question- My favorite holiday tradition is going to see the lights at a local history museum and going to church on Christmas Eve. I have started taking my husband, kids and grandkids to this place. They all love it too.
I love looking at the lights this time of year. Last year I went through this drive thru light display. It was beautiful.Learningmoments wrote: »Just a quick hello. The weather has been cold, humid, and overcast. I don't like weather like that, but hubby makes a wonderful fire to watch and warm up too. Everyone is doing a great job! Keep up the good work.
That fire sounds lovely.PW: 86 ??? (can't remember)
CW: 86.4 - meds making me retain water big time
Meds can take a toll on our bodies.adianeschu wrote: »PW-214
CW-214
Stayed the same, I'm ok with that this week.
Holding steady especially with all the distractions this time of year is perfectly fine. That’s my goal most Christmas’s, maintain. After my first bout with Covid, I never shook the headaches. The neurologist at the headache clinic said I was having migraines again even though I hadn’t had one since my early 30’s. He started giving me injections and now I get them weekly with my back injections. They help. I hope they can find something that gives you relief has bad headaches can really wear a person down. I have my fingers crossed for you. ❤️🩹ChickieBoom22 wrote: »Hi, Team! It's been another really good week for me. I'm always happiest when I'm busy. I was able to spend some time with my parents and help them with some things around their house and I went Christmas caroling again this weekend.
Question:
It’s Saturday so let’s have a non weight loss question today. What is your favourite holiday tradition? It can be any holiday you celebrate.
My favorite holiday tradition is the mother/daughter brunch I have with my best friends and our moms. Our moms are all getting older but we have the best time when we're all together and have a chance to catch up.
Weigh-in day: Monday
PW: 234.7
CW: 232.6
Fantastic loss! What a nice tradition. The memories you are building are priceless.
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Megan_smartiepants1970 wrote: »Hi Everyone ... I got out of the hospital this morning ... I have cellulitis which is an infection in my leg .. I am taking an antibiotic called Clindamycin it is the only med I can take since I am allergic to all cillins .... I had a cracked rod in my leg so I had to have another surgery.. I am in alot of pain but I am happy to be home in my own bed ..I hope everyone is doing good ... Will do the steps when I am not so out of it ...Good Night
I hope you heal quickly. I heard cellulitis can be quite painful. Watch your stomach with the clindamycin. I take it before every dentist appointment. I have to time my food perfectly so it doesn’t bother my stomach. A couple of times I didn’t and they couldn’t do the dental work as they couldn’t tip me back in the chair. Good luck with your recovery.
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prodigal6766 wrote: »Here are my steps from last week:
12/10 - 2,672
12/11 - 13,638
12/12 - 9,310
12/13 - 12,546
12/14 - 6,115
12/15 - 8,088
12/16 - 2,609
I have excuses if you want to hear them.
I finding posting my excuses helps. By seeing them written down, it allows me to analyze whether it’s valid and I can’t really change the situation or something I need to work on overcoming.4 -
Steps: 3,859
Rings:❌
Daily walk:❌
I am ok with not reaching my goals yesterday. Needed a day of being a lazy pants. What I am not ok with is all the chocolate I ate. Days like yesterday make me realize how disordered my eating still is. I was feeling depressed by the end of last week because of not being able to eat. Now that my stomach is happy, I am struggling with the urge to binge. I will have to be vigilant about this. I even fought with myself to log yesterday. I figured why not just take a week off from logging. Nope, the only two days I promised myself I did not have to log my food is Christmas Eve and day. Anyways, let’s say I met my calorie goal yesterday and then some. I am off for my injections shortly. I will get my walking done when I get home. My rings will be closed and I will meet my step goal.
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Question:
What are some tools you use to help you along with your journey? ie. kitchen scales, gyms, etc.0 -
@adianeschu Hi! That was me!adianeschu wrote: »12/10-7589Someone was asking about if I was still having health problems. I am, I go to a nerologist on Dec 27, Maybe she can figure out why I'm still having headaches and pressure on my cranial. Thanks for asking.
I am admiring how many steps you are managing even when you are not feeling as well as you could be. I am glad your appointment is soon and hopefully an effective treatment plan follows!
@lindamtuck2018 Way to take it on, Linda! Like you, I had a couple of days this week where I struggled very much to stay in control (And TOO much chocolate yesterday for me, too!!!). And like you are doing today, I dug in deep on the exercise front to get my focus back. Good job on kicking those old thoughts to the curb!!lindamtuck2018 wrote: »What I am not ok with is all the chocolate I ate. Days like yesterday make me realize how disordered my eating still is. I was feeling depressed by the end of last week because of not being able to eat. Now that my stomach is happy, I am struggling with the urge to binge. I will have to be vigilant about this. I even fought with myself to log yesterday. I figured why not just take a week off from logging. Nope, the only two days I promised myself I did not have to log my food is Christmas Eve and day. Anyways, let’s say I met my calorie goal yesterday and then some. I am off for my injections shortly. I will get my walking done when I get home. My rings will be closed and I will meet my step goal.
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Slimmersixties wrote: »@Megan_smartiepants1970
Hi Megan, so sorry to hear about your recent trip to hospital. Can't believe how many problems one little fall has caused. Wishing you a speedy recovery and i hope that 2024 will be a better year for you!
Steps (target 5000)
Fri 15th 10,619
Sat 16th 1,805
Sun 17th 3,821
Lis
Thank you so much ... very painful to say the least0 -
lindamtuck2018 wrote: »Megan_smartiepants1970 wrote: »Hi Everyone ... I got out of the hospital this morning ... I have cellulitis which is an infection in my leg .. I am taking an antibiotic called Clindamycin it is the only med I can take since I am allergic to all cillins .... I had a cracked rod in my leg so I had to have another surgery.. I am in alot of pain but I am happy to be home in my own bed ..I hope everyone is doing good ... Will do the steps when I am not so out of it ...Good Night
I hope you heal quickly. I heard cellulitis can be quite painful. Watch your stomach with the clindamycin. I take it before every dentist appointment. I have to time my food perfectly so it doesn’t bother my stomach. A couple of times I didn’t and they couldn’t do the dental work as they couldn’t tip me back in the chair. Good luck with your recovery.
Thank you very much Linda It is very painful ...so far it hasn't bother me but I have only taken 2 0 -
iLive2Walk wrote: »@Megan_smartiepants1970
So glad you are home - please rest and don't worry about the steps! Is it something I could help with while you are recouperating?
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myhands4God wrote: »CW-195.6
PW-196
12/01/23--steps 8,983 exercise 33 min
12/02/23 11,071 34 min
12/03/23 9,283 51 min
12/04/23 13,685 41 min
12/05/23 12,979 40 min
12/06/23 9,324
12/07/23 10,099
12/08/23 7,178
12/09/23 8,339 30 min
12/10/23 9,476 30 min
12/11/23-10448 cardio 30 min
12/12/23-16059 Cardio/abs 40 min
12/13/23-10812
12/14/23-14988 rowing 20 min
12/15/23-11044 Rowing 40 min
12/16/23-8965 walked 60 minutes
12/17/23- I forgot my watch today
My week has been very stressful. It seemed whenever I tried to get on here to update something happened. I am learning that snacking is my biggest down fall. My workouts and steps are good. My food choices are good. I am eating to many calories and I am eating snacks.
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Here is my friendly reminder of the people's steps I need for December week 2.. Please have your steps in by this evening 12/19 so that I can post the results in the morning .. Thank you for your cooperation
@Mama530 12/10 - 12/16
@Hotspur11 12/10 - 12/16
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12/01/23--steps 8,983 exercise 33 min
12/02/23 11,071 34 min
12/03/23 9,283 51 min
12/04/23 13,685 41 min
12/05/23 12,979 40 min
12/06/23 9,324
12/07/23 10,099
12/08/23 7,178
12/09/23 8,339 30 min
12/10/23 9,476 30 min
12/11/23-10448 cardio 30 min
12/12/23-16059 Cardio/abs 40 min
12/13/23-10812
12/14/23-14988 rowing 20 min
12/15/23-11044 Rowing 40 min
12/16/23-8965 walked 60 minutes
12/17/23- I forgot my watch today
12/18/23-9756-Rower 20 minutes core 15 minutes
12/19/23-10,250-elliptical 20 minutes, core 10 minutes walking 20 minutes1
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