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  • gaylebodine
    gaylebodine Posts: 1,689 Member
    Start--207
    Sept. 5--205.6
    Sept 12--203
    Sept 19--202.8
    Sept 26--200.9

    Less than a pound away from Onederland! Next Friday for sure. So proud of us all for hanging in there and staying conscious of our health! Have my eyes on the prize: 182 lbs by January 1!
  • dasher602014
    dasher602014 Posts: 1,992 Member
    Wow, you guys, what achievement and yes, I include minor gains while on vacation. You both did great this week.

    I am weighing in tomorrow after a quick trip to friend which included two restaurant dinners and crossings for breakfast (warm from the shop).

    Lots of golf though.

    Gayle,

    Thanks for the references. If I can get recipes and menus in eBook format, I would be very pleased. I will have a look. Thanks again.
  • dasher602014
    dasher602014 Posts: 1,992 Member
    Started this challenge at 172
    Sept 5th 171 - 1 lb lost
    Sept 12th 169.5 - 1½ lb lost
    Sept 19th 168.5 - 1 lb lost

    Despite visits and visiting!

    Sept 28th 168.5 - 0 lbs lost

    But I am happy because I did not gain with a really challenging week.
  • gaylebodine
    gaylebodine Posts: 1,689 Member
    Good for you Marney!!

    With company and lots of holiday treats being offered I think we are also facing the toughest dieting months coming up. Great to have the challenge to remind us of our goals: enjoying healthy food in moderation. Avoiding foods that set off cravings (high sugar, high fat). Having our "favorite" foods in controlled portions.

    Hey Guys, just have to shout from the rooftop: I'm in Onederland today! 199.4! So happy to be here, and I'm not going back!
  • gaylebodine
    gaylebodine Posts: 1,689 Member
    Hi Guys, here is a link to low-carb holidays recipes: http://www.lowcarbfriends.com/recipereview/showcat.php/category/18_Holiday Recipes
  • gaylebodine
    gaylebodine Posts: 1,689 Member
    Hello All. I made it to Onederland but now bouncing a round a bit. Can't wait to leave this border town and actually inhabit the land of the 100's. 200.6 today. Doing my fast day tomorrow, seems to help me along, reset my appetite, and appreciate the 1200 calories I have most days. Trying to establish this as a life-long practice to maintain weight down the road. Not a true fast, just a 500 calorie day. Still get three meals in. Some people do a slim-fast day. Anyway. Have two friends on mfp who are going for the 5:2 regime: 2 fast days a week, eating normally the other five. Lots of 5:2 cookbooks on Amazon. I'm going to try to incorporate some of those low calorie entrees into my day to day. Been eating the same thing everyday pretty much and need to change it up a bit.
  • gaylebodine
    gaylebodine Posts: 1,689 Member
    Oh! excited about finding this 100-calorie Pumpkin Pie Tart recipe: https://www.verybestbaking.com/recipes/143975/100-calorie-pumpkin-pie-tartlets/ Looks really yummy. I love pumpkin which is only 83 calories per cup always seems to end up in pumpkin bread or pumpkin muffins too high in calories for me.
  • dasher602014
    dasher602014 Posts: 1,992 Member
    Hello All. I made it to Onederland but now bouncing a round a bit. Can't wait to leave this border town and actually inhabit the land of the 100's. 200.6 today. Doing my fast day tomorrow, seems to help me along, reset my appetite, and appreciate the 1200 calories I have most days. Trying to establish this as a life-long practice to maintain weight down the road. Not a true fast, just a 500 calorie day. Still get three meals in. Some people do a slim-fast day. Anyway. Have two friends on mfp who are going for the 5:2 regime: 2 fast days a week, eating normally the other five. Lots of 5:2 cookbooks on Amazon. I'm going to try to incorporate some of those low calorie entrees into my day to day. Been eating the same thing everyday pretty much and need to change it up a bit.

    I am still in the contemplation stage of the 5:2 eating plan. The rules seem simple and I do well with rules, but, when I tried to fast on it, everything went pear-shaped, including my body, LOL , because I ended up eating everything I could put my hand on in the evenings. Still sitting on the sidelines, but cheering you on. As long as I have control of the menu, or at least my Hubble does, my 1200 calories are working for me. As you say, this is a challenging time of year.

    Thanks for the book and recipe references, I love pumpkin pie. Never have it though because hubbie, an Aussie, just does not understand. Since he doesn't like it, and with my lactose problem and his Diabetes, we skip it. But like ice cream, I do press my nose to the shop window! Maybe this year, I will make my own tiny one.

    I hope you are firmly in onerland now. Being home, I am losing again. Today, cooking turkey one, tomorrow turkey two and ten for dinner. I figured two smaller birds were easier than a huge one since leftovers were requested. Then off to visit my sister in law for a week. Girl's activities and Girl's food so I should be good for food and exercise.

    We are picture perfect here with summer temps, a still lake, red and yellow leaves and a blue, blue sky. Who won't want to walk?
  • gaylebodine
    gaylebodine Posts: 1,689 Member
    Hello All. I made it to Onederland but now bouncing a round a bit. Can't wait to leave this border town and actually inhabit the land of the 100's. 200.6 today. Doing my fast day tomorrow, seems to help me along, reset my appetite, and appreciate the 1200 calories I have most days. Trying to establish this as a life-long practice to maintain weight down the road. Not a true fast, just a 500 calorie day. Still get three meals in. Some people do a slim-fast day. Anyway. Have two friends on mfp who are going for the 5:2 regime: 2 fast days a week, eating normally the other five. Lots of 5:2 cookbooks on Amazon. I'm going to try to incorporate some of those low calorie entrees into my day to day. Been eating the same thing everyday pretty much and need to change it up a bit.

    I am still in the contemplation stage of the 5:2 eating plan. The rules seem simple and I do well with rules, but, when I tried to fast on it, everything went pear-shaped, including my body, LOL , because I ended up eating everything I could put my hand on in the evenings. Still sitting on the sidelines, but cheering you on. As long as I have control of the menu, or at least my Hubble does, my 1200 calories are working for me. As you say, this is a challenging time of year.

    Thanks for the book and recipe references, I love pumpkin pie. Never have it though because hubbie, an Aussie, just does not understand. Since he doesn't like it, and with my lactose problem and his Diabetes, we skip it. But like ice cream, I do press my nose to the shop window! Maybe this year, I will make my own tiny one.

    I hope you are firmly in onerland now. Being home, I am losing again. Today, cooking turkey one, tomorrow turkey two and ten for dinner. I figured two smaller birds were easier than a huge one since leftovers were requested. Then off to visit my sister in law for a week. Girl's activities and Girl's food so I should be good for food and exercise.

    We are picture perfect here with summer temps, a still lake, red and yellow leaves and a blue, blue sky. Who won't want to walk?

    Where do you live Marney? Your man has that great Crocodile Dundee accent? You sure stay busy. Love turkey and mostly eat chicken, turkey, fish. I call myself a semi-vegetarian but real vegetarians disagree, lol. You know I ran into the 5:2 fast because I was searching for directions for the protein fast I used to do when I worked for Diet Center, many moons ago. Watched the videos, tried it out and it was a fit for me. Having a week with the blues but think today was the last pity party day I'm allowed. Doing something about my financial situation tomorrow. Problem is that I have gradually had my job downsized over about 5 years and suddenly, like the frog slowly boiled, I'm cooked! Feeling too old to make a change but must!
  • dasher602014
    dasher602014 Posts: 1,992 Member
    Hi Gayle,

    Yes, I live with that accent and we are in an area called the Kawartha Lakes outside of Toronto, Ontario. I lived in Toronto until 5 yrs ago so I am still getting used to rural living but being on the shoreline of a lake is wonderful. Yes, I am busy this time of year. No body wants to brave the weather in the winter and everyone wants to see our leaves in the fall. It all stops in about 10 days when Canadian Thanksgiving is over. Then in 2-3 weeks the ice comes on the lake and we all wait for spring. I am hoping to make some winter activity fun this year but my guy just doesn't like winter. So I will have to think of activities without him.

    I am sorry about your job woes. It is really tough when a job shrinks around you. I hope you can work something out and that it turns out better. I will be thinking good thoughts for you. Don't let it throw you off track. You are doing so well.
  • gaylebodine
    gaylebodine Posts: 1,689 Member
    Hi Gayle,

    Yes, I live with that accent and we are in an area called the Kawartha Lakes outside of Toronto, Ontario. I lived in Toronto until 5 yrs ago so I am still getting used to rural living but being on the shoreline of a lake is wonderful. Yes, I am busy this time of year. No body wants to brave the weather in the winter and everyone wants to see our leaves in the fall. It all stops in about 10 days when Canadian Thanksgiving is over. Then in 2-3 weeks the ice comes on the lake and we all wait for spring. I am hoping to make some winter activity fun this year but my guy just doesn't like winter. So I will have to think of activities without him.

    I am sorry about your job woes. It is really tough when a job shrinks around you. I hope you can work something out and that it turns out better. I will be thinking good thoughts for you. Don't let it throw you off track. You are doing so well.

    Hi Marney, yes, I am trying to keep a positive outlook and not let myself fall into despair. I'm back in Onederland, 199.4 today so headed the right direction! Not giving up on reaching my fitness goals--that goodness that is something I some some control of! Know I will resolve my financial issues by the new year. Hard to know what direction to go as a senior but will get it worked out.
  • xxevey71
    xxevey71 Posts: 3
    Hi there, My name is Evey and I am 64. I liked the look of the group in that it was goal setting , which seems a good idea. I have no idea what I will do for my first goal but I will think about it after my first week here. Where is everyone from here. Nice to met you all.
    Kind regards :)
  • gaylebodine
    gaylebodine Posts: 1,689 Member
    Hi Guys, here are my Friday stats:
    Start--207
    Sept. 5--205.6
    Sept 12--203
    Sept 19--202.8
    Sept 26--200.9
    Oct. 3rd--199.2

    Although I bump around during the week it seems the scale is continuing on down. I've lost 7.8 since our 15 pound challenge started. In terms of my goals related to exercise, I'm striving to be more active although my swimming and senior yoga have not yet been started. I've walked once this week and plan to walk today. I'm doing one 500 - 600 calorie "fast" in the spirit of the 5:2 diet a week. My fast day is currently Mondays or Tuesdays. Trying to eat mostly healthy food although yesterday I had a 500 calorie pumpkin muffin and a non-fat latte for lunch. Hmmm, not going to be a daily thing, lol. But stayed within my calorie range and that's what counts. If I counted correctly we have 12 more Friday weigh-ins before the new year so plenty of time for us all to reach our 15 pound (or better) goal. Know we have Halloween, Thanksgiving and holiday treats as challenges to our goals in the coming months but know we can do it! Persistence and Moderation are important keys!
  • gaylebodine
    gaylebodine Posts: 1,689 Member
    Hi there, My name is Evey and I am 64. I liked the look of the group in that it was goal setting , which seems a good idea. I have no idea what I will do for my first goal but I will think about it after my first week here. Where is everyone from here. Nice to met you all.
    Kind regards :)

    Hi Evey! We currently have 3 people active in a 15 pound (or better) weight loss challenge that started August 29th and goes until the first Friday in the new year. You can look through the thread and see that Mary (merrygrandma) and Marney (Dasher) and I have posted our weight each Friday along with our previous weights. Everyone sets their own additionally weekly or on-going goals in terms of exercise, etc. You can friend us if you wish, then we will cheer you on as you login, weigh in and exercise. Just be clear about your personal goals and we will be behind you.
  • merrygrannie
    merrygrannie Posts: 220 Member
    Hi there, My name is Evey and I am 64. I liked the look of the group in that it was goal setting , which seems a good idea. I have no idea what I will do for my first goal but I will think about it after my first week here. Where is everyone from here. Nice to met you all.
    Kind regards :)
    Welcome to the group Evey! We're glad you joined us.I'll be 68 this month and i'm from Ky.What with the holidays coming up we all need inspiration and motivation.We're in this together and we know we can do this!!
    Mary
  • merrygrannie
    merrygrannie Posts: 220 Member
    Hi Guys, here are my Friday stats:
    Start--207
    Sept. 5--205.6
    Sept 12--203
    Sept 19--202.8
    Sept 26--200.9
    Oct. 3rd--199.2

    Although I bump around during the week it seems the scale is continuing on down. I've lost 7.8 since our 15 pound challenge started. In terms of my goals related to exercise, I'm striving to be more active although my swimming and senior yoga have not yet been started. I've walked once this week and plan to walk today. I'm doing one 500 - 600 calorie "fast" in the spirit of the 5:2 diet a week. My fast day is currently Mondays or Tuesdays. Trying to eat mostly healthy food although yesterday I had a 500 calorie pumpkin muffin and a non-fat latte for lunch. Hmmm, not going to be a daily thing, lol. But stayed within my calorie range and that's what counts. If I counted correctly we have 12 more Friday weigh-ins before the new year so plenty of time for us all to reach our 15 pound (or better) goal. Know we have Halloween, Thanksgiving and holiday treats as challenges to our goals in the coming months but know we can do it! Persistence and Moderation are important keys!
    Doing awesome!One muffin and latte,although not the best choice,is now behind you.We all have days like that but we know we'll always get back on track.So proud of your weight loss.Keep it up!
    Mary
  • merrygrannie
    merrygrannie Posts: 220 Member
    September 19, 2014 7:29 AMStarted this challenge at 171.5
    Sept 5th-168. 3.5lb loss
    Sept 12th-167. 1 lb loss
    Sept 18-166. 1 lb loss
    Sept 27-166 0lbs lost
    Oct 3-165 1 lb loss
  • gaylebodine
    gaylebodine Posts: 1,689 Member
    September 19, 2014 7:29 AMStarted this challenge at 171.5
    Sept 5th-168. 3.5lb loss
    Sept 12th-167. 1 lb loss
    Sept 18-166. 1 lb loss
    Sept 27-166 0lbs lost
    Oct 3-165 1 lb loss

    Good for you Mary!!
  • dasher602014
    dasher602014 Posts: 1,992 Member
    sorry to be absent for weigh in - trouble with the internet were I am staying.

    another lb down this week to 167.5 despite turkey dinner. Mary, I am trying to catch up but you are always ahead! Good for you! And Gayle, solidly in onerland and never to leave it again. Well done.

    Welcome Evey. Let us know what your goals are and this group will cheer you on. My family event week is drawing to an end with only one more gathering around food. I am surprised that I am losing despite my turkey dinner and lunch out but walking is helping a lot as well as the 80/20 rule. Most of the time, I am doing well watching what I eat, 20 percentage is celebratory this week. But I am managing to both enjoy and to lose.

    Glad to see we all achieve our goals despite various challenges both good and bad. Onwards and downwards!
  • gaylebodine
    gaylebodine Posts: 1,689 Member
    sorry to be absent for weigh in - trouble with the internet were I am staying.

    another lb down this week to 167.5 despite turkey dinner. Mary, I am trying to catch up but you are always ahead! Good for you! And Gayle, solidly in onerland and never to leave it again. Well done.

    Welcome Evey. Let us know what your goals are and this group will cheer you on. My family event week is drawing to an end with only one more gathering around food. I am surprised that I am losing despite my turkey dinner and lunch out but walking is helping a lot as well as the 80/20 rule. Most of the time, I am doing well watching what I eat, 20 percentage is celebratory this week. But I am managing to both enjoy and to lose.

    Glad to see we all achieve our goals despite various challenges both good and bad. Onwards and downwards!

    A pound down despite the family time--so great! I think you have found the key with 80/20. Onwards and downwards indeed!
  • dasher602014
    dasher602014 Posts: 1,992 Member
    This new format is a little hard to get used to! Thanks for the encouragement, Gayle. I have found this week a struggle but I am at least mindful.
  • gaylebodine
    gaylebodine Posts: 1,689 Member
    I miss the tickers, they were kind of fun and motivational. This is less attractive in my book but now can attach a file or picture so that's an improvement I guess. Ate most of my favorite foods today. Let's see how the scale likes me tomorrow.
  • gaylebodine
    gaylebodine Posts: 1,689 Member
    Hey guys, the upgrade distorted our profile picture so much that I deleted it. I could not find a "senior challenge" appropriate picture I liked. If anyone finds one please share!
  • dasher602014
    dasher602014 Posts: 1,992 Member
    I don't like this new format either. Miss the tickers.
    Weighed in this morning and down .5 to 167
    I liked my pound a week drop but with the family time and being away etc I guess .5 isn't too bad.
    One more family weekend starting tonight (got home yesterday) Canadian Thanksgiving.
    This time it is one last visit for the year with my brother from the states and nieces and nephews. Love seeing them but I do wish it was spaced out more!
    Off for my walk!
  • gaylebodine
    gaylebodine Posts: 1,689 Member
    Good job Marney! Your consistency with exercise and "watching it" is paying off despite family events and the related food! Darn, I have to wait until the end of November for Thanksgiving!
  • gaylebodine
    gaylebodine Posts: 1,689 Member
    Hi Guys, here are my Friday stats:
    Start--207
    Sept. 5--205.6
    Sept 12--203
    Sept 19--202.8
    Sept 26--200.9
    Oct. 3rd--199.2
    Oct. 10th-198
    :)
  • gaylebodine
    gaylebodine Posts: 1,689 Member
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  • gaylebodine
    gaylebodine Posts: 1,689 Member
    OMG, it worked. Not automatic but I can copy/past the BBCCode of my ticker into my posts. Was able to re-create my ticker on my profile page.
  • merrygrannie
    merrygrannie Posts: 220 Member
    September 19, 2014 7:29 AMStarted this challenge at 171.5
    Sept 5th-168. 3.5lb loss
    Sept 12th-167. 1 lb loss
    Sept 18-166. 1 lb loss
    Sept 27-166 0lbs lost
    Oct 3-165 1 lb loss
    Oct 10-164 1lb loss
  • gaylebodine
    gaylebodine Posts: 1,689 Member
    Wow Mary! I'm not the best at math but looks like 7.5 pounds lost since the challenge started! Fantastic! You are currently at my "goal weight". What is the weight you are going for?

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