Shape Shifters Team Chat - JULY 2024
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Wed 7/24 6,514
Thu 7/25 6,965
Fri 7/26 5,449
Sat 7/27 10,192 Now that's more like it!3 -
looneycatblue
Sun, Jul 28
PW: 168.8
CW: 167.4
This week's reflection: I've been really focused this week on water, logging, sleep and getting some steps in... seems like it is paying off.
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PatriceFitnessPal wrote: »Congratulations on leading the Shape Shifter team this week @Krysless2, @cre804, and @frankwbrown! At a time when the overall F2F group gained weight, you all managed to represent us in the winning categories — lost pounds, percentage of body weight, honorable mention, etc. — Keep up the good work!
Way to go Krystal!! 2 -
Cyncia85
No change in my weight.
PW = 194.4
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@ganival 1gr/lb would be a lot of protein
A weight loss and metabolic doctor I saw set mine at 120-188g
That’s .5-.8 gr/lb his preference is to keep it close to .8 gr / lb when you have a lot of weight to lose or are trying to build muscle.
I also can’t stand cottage cheese. I eat a lot of Greek yogurt, eggs, cheese and chicken. When I don’t have enough protein I make a protein shake using protein powder, water and frozen mixed fruit.
I struggle to get 100 g most days, but I do find on the days I try hard that I have no interest in snacking or snacky carbs. Protein really curbs my hunger. I also do yogurt and eggs, and a protein shake when I remember. Is there a brand you like
@Pupowl i would def like to view your YT channel!
someone above asked what we'd like to get out of the group and for me it's primarily health, fitness, nutrition, weight - talk, tips, struggles, wins, support, etc... i find alot of the posts are social, vacations, life events, and when there isn't that connection to "shape shifting" I will scroll past, but sometimes i also feel like i'm interrupting a social conversation with health/weight talk so I keep my updates to weigh in day. i understand completely why some are in need of social connection, but it's not the main reason i'm here. sometimes i will go over to the weekly challenge thread or even the main MFP forums for more focused reading.
i like the idea someone mentioned of having thought topics/questions around health and i will like to engage.3 -
Well I officially have lost 5lbs in 3 weeks due to my new workout program using only body weight and flushing out inflammation- I wore a skirt today to church that I haven't been able to fit in for over 3 years
I'm pretty proud I was able to finally get going again it's been very hard & frustrating to not be able to lose weight just the same 2lbs on & off
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LaurieWrobo wrote: »Well I officially have lost 5lbs in 3 weeks due to my new workout program using only body weight and flushing out inflammation- I wore a skirt today to church that I haven't been able to fit in for over 3 years
I'm pretty proud I was able to finally get going again it's been very hard & frustrating to not be able to lose weight just the same 2lbs on & off
Well done! I also have a stack of clothes that I can’t wait to fit into again. How often do you do the workout?2 -
Partyof7
Friday weigh in (done on Sat)
CW 164
PW 162.3
Just returned from a great vacation!6 -
Good morning Shape Shifters. I have decided to start posting every day here again, but I will not be writing much. Just track the 4 things below and share pictures if I have them. Here is my tiny recap for Sunday. Have a lovely day everyone.
[ Sleep ] 8h 46m ~ 83 score
[ Movement ] 57 minute walk
[ Food ] Overate on junk, but no binge
[ Steps ] 15.134Yesterdays walk
And some older pictures since I didn't post for a week
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@ganival I’m using the LeanFit from Costco. It’s honestly not the best tasting but it’s ok and the price is right.
I find when I do frozen berries I can taste it less. Oddly as well if I use a blender instead of a shaker cup it tastes better in milk.
I’ve also been using it to make protein ice cream for my Ninja Creami2 -
@ganival I’m using the LeanFit from Costco. It’s honestly not the best tasting but it’s ok and the price is right.
I find when I do frozen berries I can taste it less. Oddly as well if I use a blender instead of a shaker cup it tastes better in milk.
I’ve also been using it to make protein ice cream for my Ninja Creami
Protein ice cream sounds interesting...2 -
Hello Shape Shifters! If you've ever wondered what the Hogwarts Weight Loss Challenge was all about, now's your chance to find out. They've opened it up to the public this week. You are welcome to come and join in the fun! Or you can just poke around the Castle a bit and see if you'd like to try it out.
Link to this week's challenge:
https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10920703/festival-of-hogwarts-week-6-july-29th-august-4th#latest
Link to challenge main page:
https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/146685-hogwarts-weight-loss-challenge-summer-at-hogwarts-term-50
Link to application for next term starting 23 August:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSepZknVJY-Odga1t0W9o2_fgDx6QslG0BUVvn9ABkOz40aQng/viewform2 -
DaffyGirl88 wrote: »Hello Shape Shifters! If you've ever wondered what the Hogwarts Weight Loss Challenge was all about, now's your chance to find out. They've opened it up to the public this week. You are welcome to come and join in the fun! Or you can just poke around the Castle a bit and see if you'd like to try it out.
Link to this week's challenge:
https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10920703/festival-of-hogwarts-week-6-july-29th-august-4th#latest
Link to challenge main page:
https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/146685-hogwarts-weight-loss-challenge-summer-at-hogwarts-term-50
Link to application for next term starting 23 August:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSepZknVJY-Odga1t0W9o2_fgDx6QslG0BUVvn9ABkOz40aQng/viewform
Hi it says you need to complete 30 min of running , 30 min of strength & 30 min of stretching for the next term
I'm unable to run - my knees can't take it and just doing a yoga program without weights - would I still be able to join?1 -
DaffyGirl88 wrote: »
Thank you!!🥰2 -
Good morning Shape Shifters. I have decided to start posting every day here again, but I will not be writing much. Just track the 4 things below and share pictures if I have them. Here is my tiny recap for Sunday. Have a lovely day everyone.
[ Sleep ] 8h 46m ~ 83 score
[ Movement ] 57 minute walk
[ Food ] Overate on junk, but no binge
[ Steps ] 15.134Yesterdays walk
And some older pictures since I didn't post for a week
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LaurieWrobo wrote: »Well I officially have lost 5lbs in 3 weeks due to my new workout program using only body weight and flushing out inflammation- I wore a skirt today to church that I haven't been able to fit in for over 3 years
I'm pretty proud I was able to finally get going again it's been very hard & frustrating to not be able to lose weight just the same 2lbs on & off
Well done! I also have a stack of clothes that I can’t wait to fit into again. How often do you do the workout?
The program is 5 days a week for 20 min/day, but I don't keep to that - I also go to my yoga studio 2x/week along with rest days so I follow what is to be done on the day I left off - not overtraining my body which seems to be responding3 -
July Wk5 Weigh-in:
CW: 165.1lbs
PW: 163.5lbs
Week5: Gained +1.6lbs
Week’s Mini-Goals:- Log / Exe(1Hr) / Und-C&Cs
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Yes Days: 2 / 7 Days - Just Say NO Days
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Yes Days: 2 / 7 Days)
~ didn’t do too great with these.. and my weigh-in shows it. 😔
Prev Weights:July Results: 165.1lbs; Gained +1.3lbs
~ My “No Drinking” rule was getting more and more difficult because family has been coming over just to test out their “signature” drinks they’re making for my birthday party coming up Saturday. I chose my favorite finally… so no more of that. We’re going to have two drinks now, because I like tequila and there’s not a ton of people who do
📐📐📐📐📐Wk5: 165.1 📈+1.6 Gain
L/Ex/Uc’s : 🔴🔴🟢🟢🔴🔴🔴
Say-No🍺: 🅾️🅾️✅✅🅾️🅾️🅾️
📐📐📐📐Wk4: 163.5 -3.5 📉
📐📐📐Wk3: 167 -+0 📉
📐📐Wk2: 167 +5 📈
📐Wk1: 162 -1.8 📉
Aug2024 SW: 165.1
July2024 SW: 163.8
June2024 SW: 166
May2024 SW: 172
April2024 SW: 172
Mar2024 SW: 175.6
Feb 2024 SW: 179
July 2023 SW: 173.5
June 2023 SW: 178
Aug2022 SW: 156.3
Jan2022 SW: 1644 - Log / Exe(1Hr) / Und-C&Cs
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LaurieWrobo wrote: »DaffyGirl88 wrote: »Hello Shape Shifters! If you've ever wondered what the Hogwarts Weight Loss Challenge was all about, now's your chance to find out. They've opened it up to the public this week. You are welcome to come and join in the fun! Or you can just poke around the Castle a bit and see if you'd like to try it out.
Link to this week's challenge:
https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10920703/festival-of-hogwarts-week-6-july-29th-august-4th#latest
Link to challenge main page:
https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/146685-hogwarts-weight-loss-challenge-summer-at-hogwarts-term-50
Link to application for next term starting 23 August:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSepZknVJY-Odga1t0W9o2_fgDx6QslG0BUVvn9ABkOz40aQng/viewform
Hi it says you need to complete 30 min of running , 30 min of strength & 30 min of stretching for the next term
I'm unable to run - my knees can't take it and just doing a yoga program without weights - would I still be able to join?
@LaurieWrobo YES!! There are always modifications for any exercise.1 -
Lolakinks
Tuesday
PW: 102.4 kg (225.7 lbs)
CW: 103.3 kg (227.7 lbs)
I stopped counting calories and controlling what I eat. I lost my motivation when I stopped losing weight. I feel like I never lose weight I just lose some water and then it stops. Every time I try to lose weight I lose around 2 kg (4.4 lbs) easily in a few weeks and then it stops. I really don’t know what to do. I weighed everything I ate, did calorie deficit by 500-600 a day. It is frustrating. So I stop at some point. I have 30 kg (66 lbs) to lose and it’s hard to be consistent.5 -
@lolakinks Don't give up, just keep going. Some bodies take longer to start dropping the weight. You can also try to add a small amount of extra momevent, even if it is just a 5 minute walk. See if that helps. I understand if is very frustrating, but throwing in the towel is not getting you anywhere either. Give it some more time.5
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Good morning Shape Shifters. Here is my tiny recap for Monday. Have a lovely day everyone.
[ Sleep ] 9h 6m ~ 82 score
[ Movement ] 63 minute walk & mowing and weeding
[ Food ] Too many calories
[ Steps ] 20.150
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@lolakinks - I read a post from someone yesterday who was just starting out on MFP and said she was only seeing up and down movement. Two experienced people - who had sustained major weight loss of about 100 pounds each - encouraged her to focus on 5-10 pound goals. One person said that it takes 4-6 weeks to start seeing a pattern. It’s frustrating but slower loss is more likely to be sustained and may reduce stretch marks and loose skin. So, I like to think about the process as a new way of eating and moving instead of a temporary ‘weight loss’ diet. It’s certainly not easy and that’s why we’re here to support one another— Wishing you the best!4
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@Pupowl — Thanks for sharing the gorgeous photos. I especially loved the orange and yellow flower photos yesterday and the mushroom above.2
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Good morning Shape Shifters!
I have been on the struggle bus for the last few weeks but have decided to get off at the next stop.
My goals for August are to make my steps everyday, meet my water intake, stay withing my calorie goal, and stay under 100g carbs every day. One day down!! LOL
Monday steps:
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@lolakinks I agree with what the others have said. I recommend poking around in some of the other forums and reading what some of the long time MFP users post. I particularly like AnnPT77. She is in her late 60's, has lost a considerable amount of weight and has kept if off for several years. She responds with excellent advice almost daily to people making posts similar to yours.
Following on what @Pupowl said about increasing your activity. Here is the link to a thread started by Ann with tons of ideas on how to increase your daily activity without doing formal exercise. Even small amount of calories burned add up.
https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10610953/neat-improvement-strategies-to-improve-weight-loss/p1
I'll see if I can find a few more links for you. I have found that many othe MFP users can say something so much better than I ever could. Hang in there!2 -
What I’ve been tracking…Sun (Wk5; Day 1)
- Log / Exe(1Hr) / Und-Cs / No🍺
No / No / No / No - NetCalories: 1697
- NetCarbs: 149
- Steps: 3575
- Log / Exe(1Hr) / Und-Cs / No🍺
Yes / Yes / No / No - NetCalories: 2371
- NetCarbs: 140
- Steps: 7747
- Net Calories ( 4068 / 10500 )
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= Daily Avg: 2034 (Goal: 1500) - Net Carbs ( 289 / 350 )
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= Daily Avg: 144 (Goal: 50) - Steps ( 11322 / 59500)
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= Daily Avg: 5661 (Goal: 8500)
Sunday: Late night munchies again.. on a Sunday again. Also I worked on Sunday so I could be off this coming Friday. Little switch ups in my schedule tend to throw me …and I don’t thing I captured all my calories/carbsJuly; Wk5 (so far):- Log / Exe(1Hr) / Und-Cs
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(Yes Days: 0 / 2 Days) - No Drinking
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(Just Said NO Days: 0 / 2 Days)
Monday: got my workouts in but still struggling to get back to normal eatingtime to get my act together!!3 - Log / Exe(1Hr) / Und-Cs / No🍺
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@DaffyGirl88 – Yes! AnnPT77 gives sage advice and she’s always so supportive and respectful. I saw that NEAT thread with many helpful suggestions. Thanks for the reminder and link!1
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PatriceFitnessPal wrote: »@DaffyGirl88 – Yes! AnnPT77 gives sage advice and she’s always so supportive and respectful. I saw that NEAT thread with many helpful suggestions. Thanks for the reminder and link!
This. Especially since she gives the smae advice every day! And it isn't just a cut and paste either! LOL
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What I’ve been tracking…Sun (Wk5; Day 1)
- Log / Exe(1Hr) / Und-Cs / No🍺
No / No / No / No - NetCalories: 1697
- NetCarbs: 149
- Steps: 3575
- Log / Exe(1Hr) / Und-Cs / No🍺
Yes / Yes / No / No - NetCalories: 2371
- NetCarbs: 140
- Steps: 7747
- Net Calories ( 4068 / 10500 )
🔴🔴🔘🔘🔘🔘🔘
= Daily Avg: 2034 (Goal: 1500) - Net Carbs ( 289 / 350 )
🔴🔴🔘🔘🔘🔘🔘
= Daily Avg: 144 (Goal: 50) - Steps ( 11322 / 59500)
🔴🔴🔘🔘🔘🔘🔘
= Daily Avg: 5661 (Goal: 8500)
Sunday: Late night munchies again.. on a Sunday again. Also I worked on Sunday so I could be off this coming Friday. Little switch ups in my schedule tend to throw me …and I don’t thing I captured all my calories/carbsJuly; Wk5 (so far):- Log / Exe(1Hr) / Und-Cs
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(Yes Days: 0 / 2 Days) - No Drinking
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(Just Said NO Days: 0 / 2 Days)
Monday: got my workouts in but still struggling to get back to normal eatingtime to get my act together!!
@Krysless2 time to get my act together! I'm with ya girlfriend! But we got this! We've done it before (too many times) and we can do it again!2 - Log / Exe(1Hr) / Und-Cs / No🍺
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