What's Your Most Recent NSV

DWBalboa

jovikrueger wrote: »

I went from being able to plank no more than 20 seconds (January, 2020) to now being able to plank 2.5 minutes!

That is wonderful! Congratulations!

YellowD0gs

Since my wife sees me almost every day, she really hasn't noticed all the changes. This weekend I went camping with our son's Boy Scout Troop after I recorded my lowest weight this Century. LOL. When we came home Sunday, she finally saw the difference in my face and was surprised at how much change there's been.

DWBalboa

My workout from Friday which I will be trying again today. After months of being down due to injuries and illnesses I finally felt like I could start pushing myself again. We'll see what today says.

3 sets each non-stop:
10 double renegade rows with 20 pounds
30 double hammer curls w/20 pounds
12 burpee jumps
3 minutes on the heavy bag.
3 sets x 12 reps:
Standing lat push downs
cable rows inside
cable rows outside

seltzermint555

I was used as an example in a work meeting of someone with excellent health habits.

TheMrWobbly

There is a lovely elderly couple that I see walking together when I am on my to the station. I used to see them when I walked, then when I cycled and now when I run. The gentleman stopped me today and asked if I was the man that used to cycle and when I said yes he said "Wow, you have lost so much weight!"

Nice when a stranger recognises it!

NewLIFEstyle4ME

I love myself and I really, really REALLY like myself too. For years and years I didn't--I do now and I'm so glad I do!

Semele0

Today I was surprised by myself, I has able to be under my calorie limit and do some home workout, even if in quarantine (total lockdown in Italy). I'm working a lot and going out of my mind for not being able to get out of the house, but I've not eaten out of stress or boredom. Huge step forward!

josephinebowman

My husband died 3+ years ago and I have several of his things that I wear. His pants with 38 waist are definitely LOOSE. Not to worry -- he had 36s, too. I feel a bit safer and less alone when I wear his things. His wedding ring that he gave me to wear when I was expecting our son is also quite slippery and I can add my own now.

Terytha

I got knee socks for Christmas that I can comfortably wear pulled up, without rolling the tops down or feeling my circulation cut off.

quiksylver296

I managed to stay within my calorie target while traveling Sunday and Monday, and while working from home yesterday! Yay, me!

mkculs13

josephinebowman wrote: »

My husband died 3+ years ago and I have several of his things that I wear. His pants with 38 waist are definitely LOOSE. Not to worry -- he had 36s, too. I feel a bit safer and less alone when I wear his things. His wedding ring that he gave me to wear when I was expecting our son is also quite slippery and I can add my own now.

I am so sorry for your loss. It must be comforting to be able to wear his things. Stay healthy in this craziness.

mkculs13

I have managed to stay under maintenance for 2 consecutive days with birthday cake in the house, while on state-wide orders to stay home as much as possible.

It's a miracle. I'd tell the Pope but I think he's on lockdown, too. [wry smile]

Dorgle690

I was able to button and zip an old pair of size 6 skinny jeans and was able to fit into these really cute shorts that I've been using for motivation! Still gotta lose a little more to really fit into them, but I could put them on with minimal effort lol! Also lost half an inch off my waist!

RelCanonical

I went for a walk today. The last two days have been not good from a mental health standpoint. I feel like I'm improving, even if only a little, and getting myself out for a walk is a big hurdle to overcome. Fortunately, it is warm enough to walk comfortably outside. Wish I could walk to the library for the easy bathroom break, though...

mkculs13

I got outside today, too. 43F and a downpour, but my dogs and I spent a good hour jogging (well, they run a lot) in the dog park. Had the place to myself practically once the rain started. Yesterday was the only day since I started social distancing that I didn't get out to exercise, and it totally sucked. Going to try not to let that happen again.

Kaitie9399

hmmm....my thighs don't touch anymore. Sweet!

epangili

Random guy at the park asked me How I was doing. When I was obese, no guy would stop to talk to me.

MaltedTea

Climbed 7 flights of stairs carrying a 40 lb water bag. Did it partnered today but am working my way up to doing it alone for 3 reps with lunges as a finisher.

quiksylver296

Made it through day 2 of WFH and stayed on track calorie-wise. A little low on steps, though. Need to work on that.

ponybrown

Kaitie9399 wrote: »

hmmm....my thighs don't touch anymore. Sweet!

That’s my dream goal!!!

NewLIFEstyle4ME

josephinebowman wrote: »

My husband died 3+ years ago and I have several of his things that I wear. His pants with 38 waist are definitely LOOSE. Not to worry -- he had 36s, too. I feel a bit safer and less alone when I wear his things. His wedding ring that he gave me to wear when I was expecting our son is also quite slippery and I can add my own now.

First and foremost, THANK YOU ever so VERY much for posting...your reply means so much to me, words can't describe the thoughts and feeling I have about you--even though I don't know you personally, yet please know that you are loved and I LOVE YOU dearheart, I just want you to know that!

Also, you are doing sooooo well. How I vividly remember the utter JOY I felt getting into a size 38 waist, from YEARS and YEARS of being a size 48-50 waist. For you to not only be getting into 38's but even some 36's is just plain tremendous and super mega ULTRA YAY YOU! Keep going and keep posting and again, though you are experiencing a deep and profound loss that many will not be able to relate to...I want you to KNOW that you are not alone and your progress and sheer unadulterated courage to live/survive and get down to size in the midst of such pain and heartache is something your beloved husband would be so happy about and is helping inspire and encourage MANY people going thru a lot of major pain right now too--so THANK YOU again for sharing with us how you're doing and your progress!

Once more, I LOVE you and your post is/has helped me and untold numbers of others more than you will ever know.
{{{{{ Hugs & Healing to you now and forevermore }}}}}

dhiammarath

@NewLIFEstyle4ME I love your positive outlook on everything. Your cute pictures, too! Count it all joy!

My NSVs: well, yesterday was the first day I managed to go significantly *over* my calorie goal since I got sick a few weeks ago. I've been consistently way under as I have issues with losing appetite during stress and illness.

I now just about get smalls or extra smalls in things. My husband went on a trip recently (before all this) and he brought home shirts for me for his trip and not only did I not worry if he'd find anything that fit, I didn't worry that him getting smalls would be too small.

Somedays are still a struggle where I think my clothing lies to me (I can't REALLY be a small).

Every day, I get up, armor up against the dragonboss I'm going up against, and keep fighting the good fight. I've slayed countless dragonpants by now. Though, the slog is moving slower now that I'm on the last 20.

Good luck out there, everyone! Make today a GOOD day! A JOYful day!

NewLIFEstyle4ME

dhiammarath wrote: »

@NewLIFEstyle4ME I love your positive outlook on everything. Your cute pictures, too! Count it all joy!

My NSVs: well, yesterday was the first day I managed to go significantly *over* my calorie goal since I got sick a few weeks ago. I've been consistently way under as I have issues with losing appetite during stress and illness.

I now just about get smalls or extra smalls in things. My husband went on a trip recently (before all this) and he brought home shirts for me for his trip and not only did I not worry if he'd find anything that fit, I didn't worry that him getting smalls would be too small.

Somedays are still a struggle where I think my clothing lies to me (I can't REALLY be a small).

Every day, I get up, armor up against the dragonboss I'm going up against, and keep fighting the good fight. I've slayed countless dragonpants by now. Though, the slog is moving slower now that I'm on the last 20.

Good luck out there, everyone! Make today a GOOD day! A JOYful day!

Thank you my Boo, you are ALWAYS so encouraging to me and I quite frankly LOVE IT!!!!

You are doing sooooo very well, I LOVE that you're slim and trim and a size small...that's fabulous honey! Even more than that, I super love your way of thinking/living about being a SLAYER of dragons (bosses and all kinds of slick and yucky type of dragons in y/our lives (even and especially our own blasted "dragons") that are DAILY "trying" their darnest to be rearing their ugly heads and trying (and many times shockingly super succeeding in/at/with their POWER stealing and evil influence(s) AND mind-controlling us, with their WICKED and LYING/DECEIVING mess. You go girl. Aint nobody over here putting up with/giving in to these power-draining dragons everywhere we turn. You're THE BEST, period.

Lastly, I LOVE that you say "MAKE" it a GOOD day! A JOYFUL Day! Cause that exactly what we "dragon slayers MUST do/be" No one is going to be it FOR US, we've got to do it for/by ourselves firstly and hopefully others will join in...but don't count on it. All we can do is be light and try to encourage/inspire others by/with our example AND HAVE FUN DOING IT.

RelCanonical

dhiammarath wrote: »

@NewLIFEstyle4ME I love your positive outlook on everything. Your cute pictures, too! Count it all joy!

My NSVs: well, yesterday was the first day I managed to go significantly *over* my calorie goal since I got sick a few weeks ago. I've been consistently way under as I have issues with losing appetite during stress and illness.

I now just about get smalls or extra smalls in things. My husband went on a trip recently (before all this) and he brought home shirts for me for his trip and not only did I not worry if he'd find anything that fit, I didn't worry that him getting smalls would be too small.

Somedays are still a struggle where I think my clothing lies to me (I can't REALLY be a small).

Every day, I get up, armor up against the dragonboss I'm going up against, and keep fighting the good fight. I've slayed countless dragonpants by now. Though, the slog is moving slower now that I'm on the last 20.

Good luck out there, everyone! Make today a GOOD day! A JOYful day!

It still throws me that I’m mostly smalls now. I still reach for mediums. For some reason, I was able to make the shift to mediums with little mental adjustment, but smalls are still magical unicorn land. No way I’m a small (I’m 5’1’’ with a BMI of 23, I should be a small, my logical brain says. I think it lies).

GreenValli

I had a doctor's appointment yesterday. During my previous one he told me it would be good for me to lose some weight. I had lost about 20 lbs. He was surprised.

brenn24179

I was out doing my walk/run thing today since gym is closed. A man in the gas truck said Wow lady you are an inspiration to me, I see you out here running, he said he had gained so much weight! I said I lost 30 lbs 2 years ago and trying to keep it off. He made me feel good!

dhiammarath

@NewLIFEstyle4ME !
@RelCanonical Right? It boggles my mind too. My brain and reality often conflict. XD

helen_goldthorpe

I had to panic buy some new trousers this morning. A week of working from home made me realise that I don't have any casual trousers that don't hang off me and I can't wait until we come out of the other side of this to get some...

DontGoChasingWaterfalls

I’ve been trying to eat healthy. I made pancakes for my family this morning and didn’t even want one.

ElizabethKalmbach

... I am not a runner. I get shin splints and stitches in my side and I've never been able to run, though I've been fairly fit for most of my life.

I got on the treadmill yesterday and decided to see if I could jog for just a little while before things started to hurt. Figured I'd go 3 minutes and then slow the pace to something manageable. Maybe try some HIIT or something to keep isolation interesting.

... I jogged 2 miles in 22 minutes, and then walked 2 more miles in 30 minutes and felt pretty good.

O_O

I keep checking my house for the pod that I must have hatched from. It's like I don't even know me anymore. I might try jogging again tomorrow if I don't feel like taking 2 hours to get my normal step count...