Downsizers Team Chat - APRIL 2024
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Question of the day....If money wasn't an issue ...Where would you live? I think I would want to live in Greece I absolutely love their food
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Megan_smartiepants1970 wrote: »Question of the day....If money wasn't an issue ...Where would you live? I think I would want to live in Greece I absolutely love their food
Id live in a brand new rv and travel the world in it. So much to see out there!1 -
MARCH WEEK 4 RESULTS
TOP 5 STEPPERS ARE:
1ST @Slimmersixties 61,929 steps
2ND @itladyee 51,681 steps
3RD @lindamtuck2018 50,399 steps
4TH @RoblinB 46,616 steps
5th @FindingSamMon 43,372 steps
As A Group We Walked 305,453 steps
GREAT JOB EVERYONE
RECOGNIZING EVERYONE WHO PLEDGED THEIR STEPS:
@lindamtuck2018 6/7
@aactuallyaash 2/7
@itladyee 4/7
@RoblinB 6/7
@Slimmersixties 5/7
@FindingSamMon 4/7
@rainyrae 2/7
@myndieet 0/7
GRAND FINALE
TOP 5 STEPPERS FOR THE MONTH OF MARCH ARE:
1ST @Hotspur11 276,562 STEPS
2ND @itladyee 245,511 STEPS
3RD @Slimmersixties 232,777 STEPS
4TH @RoblinB 220,276 STEPS
5TH @lindamtuck2018 181,843 STEPS
AS A GROUP WE WALKED 2,180,798 STEPS FOR THE MONTH OF MARCH
WELL DONE EVERYONE
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Motto: 🏋🏾♀️ Don't think, just do it!! Eat well 🥗to Live Well 🚢✈️🧳
Recap: Wow, it's already Wednesday. This week took off and left me in the dust...but not without focus. It's April and time to get back on the horse. The horse was dragging me in February and I totally fell off in March. April, I'm back on board and soon to be standing on that saddle. {Quite the visual}🙂
Goals for April
I am focusing on water as my main goal. With a little effort and thought, I can reach 64 ounces. I am aiming to consistently hit 80 ounces by the end of April.
Thoughts:
Step Challenge - Goal 8500
ST = Moderate
3/31 1544 ST =0 (ok, not April yet)
4/1 8,191 ST = 15
4/2 9,950 ST = 20
4/3
4/4
4/5
4/6
Congrats Downsizers for rockin' March!! Nicely Done!
Welcome @Trillium54 ~ I can relate. I turned 63 last year and still haven't figure it out ...🙂
Welcome @Jounee_hdl, @Mayzi61 too!
Favorite holiday ~ It used to be Thanksgiving, then it used to be Christmas but so much has changed in my life and Christmas is so commercialized ~ I enjoy spending time with family but I'm so done with gift giving ~ the meaning is no longer there. My new favorite is New Year's Eve and New Year's. It's a time to reflect on the year, celebrate the successes and learn from the mishaps and then plan for the New Year!
Favorite color ~ Purple.
@Chickieboom22 ~ I really need to read slower. I just read that your new kitty, Tuxedo is in an acpella chorus! Wait, what...? reread..gave me a chuckle though! Welcome!
Favorite movie ~ All time favorite, Shawshank Redemption. Current Favorite - I loved the Holdovers!
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Megan_smartiepants1970 wrote: »Question of the day....If money wasn't an issue ...Where would you live? I think I would want to live in Greece I absolutely love their food
Me too, Greece 😊 Corfu to be precise..0 -
Megan_smartiepants1970 wrote: »
MARCH WEEK 4 RESULTS
TOP 5 STEPPERS ARE:
1ST @Slimmersixties 61,929 steps
2ND @itladyee 51,681 steps
3RD @lindamtuck2018 50,399 steps
4TH @RoblinB 46,616 steps
5th @FindingSamMon 43,372 steps
As A Group We Walked 305,453 steps
GREAT JOB EVERYONE
RECOGNIZING EVERYONE WHO PLEDGED THEIR STEPS:
@lindamtuck2018 6/7
@aactuallyaash 2/7
@itladyee 4/7
@RoblinB 6/7
@Slimmersixties 5/7
@FindingSamMon 4/7
@rainyrae 2/7
@myndieet 0/7
GRAND FINALE
TOP 5 STEPPERS FOR THE MONTH OF MARCH ARE:
1ST @Hotspur11 276,562 STEPS
2ND @itladyee 245,511 STEPS
3RD @Slimmersixties 232,777 STEPS
4TH @RoblinB 220,276 STEPS
5TH @lindamtuck2018 181,843 STEPS
AS A GROUP WE WALKED 2,180,798 STEPS FOR THE MONTH OF MARCH
WELL DONE EVERYONE
Don't like the '7/0' ☹ Ordered a activity tracker.. Maybe that'll help me 🤞1 -
Trillium54 wrote: »Weigh in Day: Wednesday
PW: 167.4 lbs
CW: 163.0
This might be an artificial low, I had a dental procedure done last week and I've been on a liquid/full liquid diet. Just adding softer "real" foods back in the last couple of days. So, we'll see next week, but I'll take it for now, lol.
Looks good! I'm sure you'll rock it into next week 👍🏽👍🏽1 -
Megan_smartiepants1970 wrote: »Question of the day....If money wasn't an issue ...Where would you live? I think I would want to live in Greece I absolutely love their food
I know it's a weird answer... but I'll go with Tucson, Arizona.0 -
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Question of the day ... If you could pick any car...What car would you want?
For me I want a 2024 Yukon Denali XL in the volcanic red tintcoat 0 -
@Megan_smartiepants1970Megan_smartiepants1970 wrote: »Question of the day....If money wasn't an issue ...Where would you live? I think I would want to live in Greece I absolutely love their food
I had to think about this one for a while. I think no matter the place I choose, I would eventually get bored...hence my desire to travel as much as I can.
So I agree with @Slimmersixties with a one stipulationSlimmersixties wrote: »
Id live in a brand new rv and travel the world in it. So much to see out there!
I need a driver and someone experienced with RV's.
I think I'd have a great time!!!
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Megan_smartiepants1970 wrote: »Question of the day ... If you could pick any car...What car would you want?
For me I want a 2024 Yukon Denali XL in the volcanic red tintcoat
I actually drive my dream car right now, but it is no longer being made. I actually had to track this one down used because I missed the first one I had so much.
Don't laugh, but definitely picture this in your head- A bearded, tattooed, 600+lb Mexican in a Nissan Cube. hahahaha. I love that car so much though (and I fit in it a little better now ) 1 -
SW - 630
PW - 406.6
CW - 404.8
1.8 down.. I have to tell yall, I was fightin hard these last few days trying to get as big a drop as I could. I know the sodium intake isn't doing me any favors, though. Still 1.8 is a really solid drop! I just want that next century so bad I can taste it (with a little bit of salt)3 -
SW - 630
PW - 406.6
CW - 404.8
1.8 down.. I have to tell yall, I was fightin hard these last few days trying to get as big a drop as I could. I know the sodium intake isn't doing me any favors, though. Still 1.8 is a really solid drop! I just want that next century so bad I can taste it (with a little bit of salt)
Nice loss! I feel you on the sodium. I love anything salty but it does love me.1 -
@Megan_smartiepants1970
Weigh in day: wednesday
PW 225.3 (102,2 kg)
CW 226.2 ( 102,6 kg)
This just isn't fair 😐 Yesterday I weighed 3.3 lbs less than today.. Having issues holding fluid sucks!
Don’t you hate that. I usually weigh less either the day before or the day after. You know it is from the fluid so it should drop next week.Trillium54 wrote: »Weigh in Day: Wednesday
PW: 167.4 lbs
CW: 163.0
This might be an artificial low, I had a dental procedure done last week and I've been on a liquid/full liquid diet. Just adding softer "real" foods back in the last couple of days. So, we'll see next week, but I'll take it for now, lol.
Nice loss no matter the circumstances. Even if there is a small uptick next week you still will have a great loss over the 2 weeks.1 -
Motto: 🏋🏾♀️ Don't think, just do it!! Eat well 🥗to Live Well 🚢✈️🧳
Recap: Wow, it's already Wednesday. This week took off and left me in the dust...but not without focus. It's April and time to get back on the horse. The horse was dragging me in February and I totally fell off in March. April, I'm back on board and soon to be standing on that saddle. {Quite the visual}🙂
Goals for April
I am focusing on water as my main goal. With a little effort and thought, I can reach 64 ounces. I am aiming to consistently hit 80 ounces by the end of April.Thoughts:
Step Challenge - Goal 8500
ST = Moderate
3/31 1544 ST =0 (ok, not April yet)
4/1 8,191 ST = 15
4/2 9,950 ST = 20
4/3
4/4
4/5
4/6
Congrats Downsizers for rockin' March!! Nicely Done!
Welcome @Trillium54 ~ I can relate. I turned 63 last year and still haven't figure it out ...🙂
Welcome @Jounee_hdl, @Mayzi61 too!
Favorite holiday ~ It used to be Thanksgiving, then it used to be Christmas but so much has changed in my life and Christmas is so commercialized ~ I enjoy spending time with family but I'm so done with gift giving ~ the meaning is no longer there. My new favorite is New Year's Eve and New Year's. It's a time to reflect on the year, celebrate the successes and learn from the mishaps and then plan for the New Year!
Favorite color ~ Purple.
@Chickieboom22 ~ I really need to read slower. I just read that your new kitty, Tuxedo is in an acpella chorus! Wait, what...? reread..gave me a chuckle though! Welcome!
Favorite movie ~ All time favorite, Shawshank Redemption. Current Favorite - I loved the Holdovers!
I think you may be riding the horse that I got kicked off or maybe I jumped off. I so need focus. I think I need to focus on the choice part of the health picture.
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Steps:
April 2nd 6,440
April 3rd 8,121
Well I think I fell off the horse that @itladyee is riding. My decision not to track from Friday to Sunday was a poor one. I am struggling with my eating. My sleep has been messed up since Monday. Anyone that has been around the group knows poor sleep = poor eating for me. Last night I had the worst binge in maybe a few years. Scared me. I am up 5 pounds since Friday. Scary 🫣
I have walked outdoors the last three days. Went a little too far today and struggled to get home but I did it. Tomorrow I am going to attempt to get to the pool.
Place to live: like a few others I would love to travel. It would be amazing. Maybe live for a few months in different places.
Car: Mercedes Benz convertible in red. I just looked and they are almost $250,000. I guess it will be a dream. I have wanted one since I was 17.
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SW - 630
PW - 406.6
CW - 404.8
1.8 down.. I have to tell yall, I was fightin hard these last few days trying to get as big a drop as I could. I know the sodium intake isn't doing me any favors, though. Still 1.8 is a really solid drop! I just want that next century so bad I can taste it (with a little bit of salt)
Awesome loss .... Congrats ... I am your biggest cheerleader and so proud of you 2 -
Megan_smartiepants1970 wrote: »SW - 630
PW - 406.6
CW - 404.8
1.8 down.. I have to tell yall, I was fightin hard these last few days trying to get as big a drop as I could. I know the sodium intake isn't doing me any favors, though. Still 1.8 is a really solid drop! I just want that next century so bad I can taste it (with a little bit of salt)
Awesome loss .... Congrats ... I am your biggest cheerleader and so proud of you
At the end of last March I sent you this message-
"Hi Megan.. I was looking around at your support groups and noticed the majority of your folks have less than 100 to lose. I am on the other end of the spectrum with a ton to lose and am worried I will ruin your groups culture or overall vibe. I am new and just trying to find somewhere I can fit in and hopefully save myself. I wanted to touch base with you to see what you think. I have roughly 300 to lose. thanks so much for your time."
You basically told me to get my butt in here and 1 year later here we are.4 -
Megan_smartiepants1970 wrote: »SW - 630
PW - 406.6
CW - 404.8
1.8 down.. I have to tell yall, I was fightin hard these last few days trying to get as big a drop as I could. I know the sodium intake isn't doing me any favors, though. Still 1.8 is a really solid drop! I just want that next century so bad I can taste it (with a little bit of salt)
Awesome loss .... Congrats ... I am your biggest cheerleader and so proud of you
At the end of last March I sent you this message-
"Hi Megan.. I was looking around at your support groups and noticed the majority of your folks have less than 100 to lose. I am on the other end of the spectrum with a ton to lose and am worried I will ruin your groups culture or overall vibe. I am new and just trying to find somewhere I can fit in and hopefully save myself. I wanted to touch base with you to see what you think. I have roughly 300 to lose. thanks so much for your time."
You basically told me to get my butt in here and 1 year later here we are.
I am sooo happy you listened to me and got your butt in here...you have done awesome on your journey and I can't tell you how very proud I am of you🤗🤗🤗🤗3 -
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If you could have any animal what would it be? I would want a koala bear
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Friday weigh in
Pw 182
Cw 180.8
Loss 1.2lb
The 170s are getting so close! I'm sick of the 180s now!!! Never thought I'd say that as my goal was initially 196lb 🤣2 -
aneedlecraft
Thursday check-in
PW: 323
CW: 323
Holding steady2 -
JimBoden3
Weigh-in Day: Friday (Apr 5, 2024)
PW: 241.1
CW: 241.3
Interesting timing that yesterday's question of the day was your dream car as it's been a stressful week trying to sell my old car (the black one in the background which sold last night). I really took care of it and it was a good deal for the next buyer but it's such a big relief not having to deal with it anymore and now I can move on with my (late) 'mid-life crisis' car (the little red convertible sportscar) and get it registered and start driving it.
Our youngest son left for Tuscaloosa, Alabama with a friend to check out the fraternities (he's still a Senior in high school but will be going there in the fall) so we're getting a brief/early view of what it will be like to be empty nesters this weekend.
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Slimmersixties wrote: »Friday weigh in
Pw 182
Cw 180.8
Loss 1.2lb
The 170s are getting so close! I'm sick of the 180s now!!! Never thought I'd say that as my goal was initially 196lb 🤣
Great job! Isn’t weird how we keep lowering our goals. I think I feel better that I keep thinking another 10 pounds will make a bigger difference (except the lose skin). What about you?1 -
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Friday Weigh-In
PW: 230.8
CW: 233.6
Not surprised. We've been celebrating birthdays for the past 2 weeks and it's finally caught up with me. I'm hoping it's mostly from restaurant sodium and it'll be better next week.
Step Goal: 6,000
3/31 - 2,864
4/1 - 2,699
4/2 - 8,845
4/3 - 6,356
4/4 - 2,4191 -
Steps:
April 2nd 6,440
April 3rd 8,121
April 4th. 7,571
PW 148.2
CW 152.8
I had a better night eating wise. After my apple I didn’t snack anymore. As for sleep, 👎. Today I am taking it fairly easy. I do have to walk to the market across the street but that’s it for exercise today. I have been feeling more pain than usual with all the walking the last days. I think as the weather gets warmer I need to consider increasing my steps. Maybe 5,500 for 5/7 days? 🤔
As for my weight, it is what it is. I am putting it behind me. We can’t change the past. Track, weighing my food and making better choices will help. Also, I need to cut back on the sodium. Now to get back to the 146.2 that I hit in March.
Pet: I would love to have a horse. I road one as a kid but never owned one. Maybe after surgery I might give riding a go. My daughter was an avid rider from the age of 10. I always thought I would squish the horse because of my weight so I never tried.
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