Exercise and Weight Loss Challenges
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The part that feels like she's starving and starts obsessing about forbidden foods; the fat girl who feels ashamed of being fat; the sneak eater/glutton.0
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It is so easy to eat it all so it doesn't call your name! Always make me feel like I have only given in once and that is better than a little bit over time because then I have given in again and again. Yeah, right.
As Gayle says, no forbidden foods.
Good to have you back, lil.
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Oh man, turns out that the job in the mountains is more pie in the sky.0
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Nov2-186.5
Nov6-182.5
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Gayle ,is there not homeless shelters in your area to help him? There are 3 in Owensboro.They work with them on getting their life back on track.If we see someone standing on the corner asking for food we call St.Benedicts shelter and they come and get them.They get fed,given shelter and get rehabilitated in finding a job.Some don't want help so they're back on the streets.gaylebodine wrote: »Oh man, turns out that the job in the mountains is more pie in the sky.0 -
New Challenge starting November 6
November 6 - 175.0
November 13 - 176.4 = No excuse for my gain, didn't listen to my goals....I need to get back into the swing of things.
Going on a girls weekend, I will be try and be good and eat a lot cleaner.0 -
maryschwartzroby wrote: »
Gayle ,is there not homeless shelters in your area to help him? There are 3 in Owensboro.They work with them on getting their life back on track.If we see someone standing on the corner asking for food we call St.Benedicts shelter and they come and get them.They get fed,given shelter and get rehabilitated in finding a job.Some don't want help so they're back on the streets.gaylebodine wrote: »Oh man, turns out that the job in the mountains is more pie in the sky.
He talked to all of them and there is a waiting list in Denver plus he is not one of the chronically homeless--which is who they serve. They told him "This program is not for you". He had a "big" job, a car and apartment. Then he got caught in a DUI checkpoint in California and an old warrant related to his divorce of a couple of years ago pulled him from California to Colorado. He has an advanced degree and is in a strange position. Colorado is keeping him in the state until he completes a once weekly year long group. The moment he gets a job he is out of here. Just such a terrible time of year (weather) to dump him out. He is a drunk and a liar (I'm being redundant) but not dangerous. I know I sound like a fool but hopefully will end this fool's errand soon.0 -
11/07/15:171.1
11/13/15:170.2
So the right direction! I've been feeling poorly again and doing "emergency" eating when my blood sugar drops or feeling shaky. Will try to get tested soon for insulin/blood sugar stuff. I have always been hypoglycemic but think things have shifted. That would explain my fatigue, dry eyes, itchy skin and like that. Sometimes I feel like such a case but welcome to getting older, right?0 -
Nov 7: 163
Nov 13: 165
Too much salt the last two days and being a case too. Wrong direction. Need to pay attention better. No more Atkins cookies! Chocolate, coconut, and peanut butter, yum. No sugar does not mean no calories! And the quality of calories seem to matter to my body.
Gayle, our pharmacies in Canada are doing A1C testing for people. Do yours?
Your homeless 'friend' tale sounds like truly hard times for him. Sometimes, people drink because of bad circumstances rather than getting into bad circumstances because they drink, if you know what I mean. Sounds as if he is doing both. I hope between the two of you, he can move along with his life shortly. Wonder if a judge would move his one year long group to California on compassionate grounds? I am sure you have thought of this sort of solution. Just thinking out loud here.
Well done on your loss this week Gayle. And Mary, fantablulous work, so impressive! Beth, have a good time, you deserve it after these past few weeks.
I am looking forward to a good week this next week! (My mantra "It is going to be a good day.")0 -
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It is a sad day for the most beautiful city in the world. I am a devout francophile. The only place other than my current home that I get homesick for is Paris. Although I have never lived there it captured my heart years ago and draws me back when I can.
Otherwise, it has been a stagnant week for me and MFP. Busy at work. Tired at home. Need to get out of this funk and back to good eating and lots of exercise. Only thing I'm doing really well at is the "Sleep Challenge" at work. This girl who hates to sleep is rockin' the challenge. Easy when you feel so tired.
Pam: I finished She was Pretty on Viki. Yes, I use it sometimes, too. I started Marry Me or Not (Taiwanese), but it is real time and only two episodes into it. I think I'll watch that movie Castaway on the Moon tonight, but I need a series. Did you start Let's Eat 2?0 -
I think you were so kind to help him! Your kindness reminded me of how selfish i am -- paul wanted to host a foreign exchange student and i wouldnt even do that!gaylebodine wrote: »My homeless guy tells me he has been offered and job in the mountains and may more there. He hasn't answered my texts of "When?". Fingers crossed, lesson learned.
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Gayle -- love your fat girl collage!
Weekly weigh report:
Goal this challenge -- keep avoiding the plateau depression.
This group really helps me with that!
You are inspiring reminders of how hard this is, yet we can overcome.
So i still have hope, despite being plateaued again!
Since "claiming 184" is confusing, i will stop using that term.
Progress chart low from 10/13/15 = 184
11/7/15, 186
Retreat sugar binge
11/13/15, 185.6 -- dang water weight!
but at least my sugar binge didnt show up cuz i went right back on the program.
Thanks to you guys and mfp!
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Today marks 6 months maintenance for me. This morning 130.4.
Charlie: I've heard good things about Castaway on the Moon and plan to watch it tomorrow. For treading I ended up starting Jeju Island: Warm & Cozy. I'm already to episode 10. Let's Eat 2 will be my next treading drama. She was Pretty was fun and had an extra syrup-y sweet ending. Can't complain. It balances out those endings that make you go WTF! Noooooooo.. (I won't mention any specifics in case you haven't seen 'em).
BUT I really think you should give Queen In-Hyun's Man a try. I've mentioned it before and I know you don't favor saguks but it has a quality that will make you smile. Just try the first episode.
Lill: "paul wanted to host a foreign exchange student and i wouldnt even do that!" made me smile remembering that was my DH reaction when I suggested we be a host family for an University of Delaware ELI student. She asked if I knew anyone since her host family was not working out. Rie (Japanese) stayed with us for 4 months and it was a wonderful time. She's been back twice to visit. We had a great time cooking and talking every night and helping her with her homework. Ah.. if only there had been sparks with my youngest son... she'd be a great dau-in-law
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Marney, thanks for getting me to check on who offers the AC1 test. Not pharms but companies that specialize in medical tests for citizens. Looks like I don't need a doctor's order but will have to find out for sure. Looks like just under 100.00 but quite comprehensive and a 2 -3 day turn around. Will do that soon. The HG--yes drinking for those two reasons and Colorado is willing to transfer him back to California after he has completed court mandated classes, or several months of them. They are sympathetic but not willing to help him with housing, etc. Guess it just comes down to reaching the end of my good Samaritan energy and needing my home back. Now, a foreign exchange student would be interesting, and time limited, which is important, I'm thinking.0
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I went to my doctor's office for my CRT-D device check. I found out that it will have to be replaced anywhere from 4 to 7 months from now. I wonder if I will just go...slower....slower..slo..w...e....r!
I seem to have gotten myself back on track both food and exercise wise. Not doing the 16:8 right now. I still like it, but being so busy at work, a chance to eat at noon-1 o'clock isn't always feasible. Heck, 3 o'clock isn't always feasible. But, I can always get breakfast in. Also, the mornings that have been cold make me hungrier in the morning. That serving of oatmeal warms me up and sticks to my ribs until I can eat again.
You are all better people than I right now. I have a few "pay forward" things I do, but certainly don't take people in or give hours and hours of time. As I said, been there, done that. My turn!
Pam: I did start Queen in-Hyun's Man a try. But started it too late I think and just couldn't stay awake enough to make it through the first episode. I have started Bubblegum. That has sort of captured my attention. I don't mind having two to watch though, depending on my mood.
I am emphasizing the Sleep Challenge at work. I have been trying since the beginning of the year (along with stress reduction) to get more sleep. This challenge seems to have done the trick -- also because I am so busy, I'm more tired. Prize for teams that meet the challenge is a chair massage and the opportunity to win a fitbit. I love mine, but I will give as a gift.
Hope you are all having a good day! We are having some warm weather this week, but today, lots of wind.0 -
November 6 - 175.0=
November 13 - 176.4 = +1.4 = No excuse for my gain......
November 20 - 175.8 = +0.8 = YEA.. a loss. I am getting back on track
Charlie, sorry to hear that you have to have your CRT-D Device, hope everything goes ok.
Everyone have a great week-end and a great week, try to eat clean and still have a great Thanksgiving.
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Charlie, that is a humorous image with you gradually winding down. Now to find something to wind me up (I know, exercise is key).0
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Guys I am really struggling but have not given up. I'm going to exercise the Saturday option and report my weigh in tomorrow.0
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Well, I'm 3 pounds over my low of 141.5. I just can't get back to it; let alone below it. And I've been really good this week, except for last night, I went to 1358 calories. Went to have a glass of wine (which I allowed for in my 1200 calories planning), but the proprietor was testing a mulled wine recipe for the holidays and asked me to be her guinea pig. Poor me... It was delicious, but caloric!
Anyway, I had a 6,400 calories deficit last week. No loss though, in fact I think that was a gain! Oh, back to the early days when that would have easily been 1 1/2 to 2 pound loss.
Nice loss, Beth! Gayle, I see that you've been walking. You'll get there. You, and I, just have to get out of this funk we are in.
Thanks for the concern, Beth. I don't have to have the device replaced yet, but probably within 6 months. The procedure will not take as long as the first time because the leads to my heart are already in place. They will just open up the "pocket" and disconnect leads. They will remove the old device and then reconnect to a new device. I never have had any problems with anesthesia, infection, or such with any surgery in the past. They keep you only lightly anesthesized, but then will put me in deeply when they put me in cardiac arrest. They have to do this to test the defibrillator part of the device. So technically, I've been dead before, but, you know what? Nothing. No white light. No old friends or family. No choir of angels.
But, most importantly, no fire! 
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Nov 7: 163
Nov 13: 165
Nov 20: 164
Boy, does this weekly check in help. I was annoyed that I was gaining because I wasn't 163. But I am not 165 either.
Charlie, you are so cheerful facing your health issues. I have another doctor's appt on Monday and I am dreading it. But I will be going.
Recommitting this week, again. We did get 2 games of golf in but now winter has set in and we have a dusting of snow. So need to climb on the indoor bicycle.
Good loss Beth and really good commitment to exercise Gayle.
CONGRATS pam on 6 month's maintenance. That is a huge milestone. I hope you are not feeling deprived and can keep it up forever.
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11/07/15:171.1
11/13/15:170.2
11/21/15:171.1
Hi guys, struggling but have not given up. That's as good as I've got. I've bounced as high as 173.5 and as low as 170 but glad to be at 171.1 today. I just do not have what it takes to lose right now, so maybe should just focus on keeping it as close to 170 (will accept better) during this challenge. Know I need to feel better as a start. Am getting used to working with the seniors though, and that's something. Next week I have a planned feast (turkey and fixings) but otherwise will maintain and record my food as many days as possible.0 -
Goal this challenge -- keep avoiding the plateau depression.
plateaued since 184 pounds on 10/13/15
Weekly report looks logical, but Between weigh in days,
water weight bouncing up 3lbs and back.
11/7/15, 186
11/13/15, 185.6
11/20/15, 185.4
Couple days ago i weighed 188!
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grandmothercharlie wrote: »Well, I'm 3 pounds over my low of 141.5. I just can't get back to it; let alone below it. And I've been really good this week, except for last night, I went to 1358 calories. Went to have a glass of wine (which I allowed for in my 1200 calories planning), but the proprietor was testing a mulled wine recipe for the holidays and asked me to be her guinea pig. Poor me... It was delicious, but caloric!
Anyway, I had a 6,400 calories deficit last week. No loss though, in fact I think that was a gain! Oh, back to the early days when that would have easily been 1 1/2 to 2 pound loss.
Nice loss, Beth! Gayle, I see that you've been walking. You'll get there. You, and I, just have to get out of this funk we are in.
Thanks for the concern, Beth. I don't have to have the device replaced yet, but probably within 6 months. The procedure will not take as long as the first time because the leads to my heart are already in place. They will just open up the "pocket" and disconnect leads. They will remove the old device and then reconnect to a new device. I never have had any problems with anesthesia, infection, or such with any surgery in the past. They keep you only lightly anesthesized, but then will put me in deeply when they put me in cardiac arrest. They have to do this to test the defibrillator part of the device. So technically, I've been dead before, but, you know what? Nothing. No white light. No old friends or family. No choir of angels. But, most importantly, no fire!
Charlie, I think You, Gayle and I all need to get out of this funk, weight is not coming off as easy, even though I am trying.
Glad you do not need that device replace for awhile. I have a port that has been replaced three times in 7 years YUK! and I think the hassel of the procedure was more a pain than the operation itself. I too have been lucky in the past when it comes to the anesthesia, no problems there. Even though you were technically dead, glad that you are back.
It's a cold day here in Cincy, right now 35..burrrrrrrr! sitting here by the fire, and planning on sitting here most of the day. only getting up to go do some walking. How's the temp. your way? I have a friend in Elgin Chicago, and yesterday they had 7 inches on snow UGH!
Well you have a nice/warm day, and a great week and Turkey day.
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gaylebodine wrote: »11/07/15:171.1
11/13/15:170.2
11/21/15:171.1
Hi guys, struggling but have not given up. That's as good as I've got. I've bounced as high as 173.5 and as low as 170 but glad to be at 171.1 today. I just do not have what it takes to lose right now, so maybe should just focus on keeping it as close to 170 (will accept better) during this challenge. Know I need to feel better as a start. Am getting used to working with the seniors though, and that's something. Next week I have a planned feast (turkey and fixings) but otherwise will maintain and record my food as many days as possible.
Gayle, Looks like you and I can not get under the 170 mark, I'm beginning to believe that my scale does not go under 170 LOL. Lets just hope for the best and I am hoping that before January 1, I will be at least 170-169 trying, could try harder.0 -
A bit late checking in: Saturday 130.2
I notice that DH has been more diligent with getting on the treadmill on days he doesn't play hockey or do yardwork. We aren't competitive with each other, but I think he must feel a bit motivated by my success.
Last week I found my high school gym suit (one-piece bloomer style) in the cedar chest. I could actually get it on and snap it up - a bit tight,not a good look, but still... I got it on!
Marney: I can honestly say I don't feel deprived. I do have a sweet tooth, but I freeze portions and can limit myself to one. I do like to have a sweet/protein and milk for bedtime - I think I fall asleep quickly. Since dinner is 6-ish and I usually go to bed at midnight I am hungry by then.
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Marney: Love the new pic. Can really see what you look like! Lovely! I have a friend Marianne (actually two Mariannes -- Mariane 1 and Marianne 2.) You could be Marianne 1's sister!
Pam: That is such a NSV! I love it. Was your gym suit navy blue? Ours were. I hated those things! Even worse were the tank swimsuits. They were like a knit that once wet, stretched out!
Lill: I haven't recorded a loss since 9/19!
I think we have all forgotten the article http://www.runnersworld.com/weight-loss/biggest-weight-loss-myth-revealed We've all been here a while and as this article states the longer you diet, the slower it will go. You cannot go with 3500 for a pound once you are here for a while. First year averages 7000 calories for a pound. I will be starting my third year. Probably closer to 15000 calories for a pound.
Beth: Was cold, but sunny most of the day. Did have a quick snow this morning. Is really cold now at 7:12. 29 degrees. Supposed to get down to 18 degrees overnight. Can't really complain though. Thanksgiving high and low will be in the 50's. Has been a mild fall.
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Thanks Charlie. I guess every one has a twin somewhere. Most of mine that I have seen had ancestry from Somerset.
The gym suit story made me giggle. I had what was called a red romper. It was never long enough in the back and my mother hated it in the wash. But wear it now???? Good going, Pam. And the awful swimsuits; thank God for spandex.
And yes, weight loss is slow. That is why we need each other's support.0 -
Our high school colors were maroon and silver - the gym suit is maroon. There were iron on letters that we had to put on and a fabric belt with silver buckle. I remember that our swimsuits (we had one of the first indoor pools for a HS in our area) were color-coded by size - that's like making an announcement to everyone. cringe...
Did you see the recent article about the TwinStrangers.net website? It figured into the plot on a recent "Elementary" tv episode that we saw - though in a criminal way. It is an interesting idea!0 -
Our gym suits were navy. Also with a belt and bloomers. Although I am short, I am long-waisted and they always were uncomfortable being one piece. Our bathing suits were also color coded, but not by size, but by swimming level.
That was also the days before hair dryers. You always tried to get a gym class scheduled for the last period of the day, so you didn't have to walk around with bad hair. AND we all wore panty girdles with real nylons. I remember how hard it was to get them on when everyone AND the locker room was hot and damp from the showers. Everything just sort of "stuck" as you would try to pull them up!
I haven't watched Elementary. I have friends who do. I don't really like crime dramas. I guess I prefer to live in a make-believe world where crime and violence don't exist. At least, not in my leisure hours. Pretty much stick to comedy and romance.
I only watch one American show and that's Big Bang Theory. Otherwise, seems like they are British (Masterpiece Theater period dramas or the like with a Brit comedy thrown in occasionally) or Korean.
Started Oh My Venus with So Ji Sub. Only watched first 3 episodes and I'm really hooked. If I watch 4, I'll be caught up. Caught up on Bubblegum, too. But really that should be enough screentime. 4.5 hours a week. After all, I only need 3.5 for the stationary bike for the week. Unfortunately, when they are really good, I always want to come home and finish the episode (or two)!
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