WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR APRIL 2013

twotonnetaric: Beet greens are very sweet when processed in a blender (I use a Vitamix) to make green smoothies. The most basic one I make, which I love, is about 90 g of beet greens, one red delicious apple, 1 TBSP of homemade peanut butter or two TBSP of powdered PB, one cup Almond Milk (and maybe a cup of very cold water), and then sometimes I put ginger root, carrots, cucumber, celery or a mixture of stuff. When not in training, I also use ground flaxseed, matcha green tea, chia seed--stuff like that for Omega 3's and antioxidants (matcha green tea).

There are tons of sites and some books about the Green Smoothie Revolution, of which I am a firm believer! But beet greens are my fav!

And thanks for the tip on the sport bra site! Headed over now.

Jackie in Cherry Hill outside of Philly

Whew! Took me all morning to skim through the posts (at work during breaks)! I spent four hours pulling weeds yesterday and my poor butt feels black and blue today! But I put on my big girl pants, upped the incline on my TM and proceeded to do my two miles this morning anyway. I am learning to embrace the pain! Aleve isn't really helping much, but I'm looking on the bright side because my back side obviously needs the exercise! I'm not even half done, so my butt better be ready as it is in for much more in the coming weeks.

:laugh: Michele - My mother used to use that phrase too (Beauty has to suffer) as she tortured us with home perms...believe me, the result for all of that suffering was NOT beautiful!!!

:ohwell: Carol - In my younger days, if company dropped by & my house wasn't in order, I would freak out! I've mellowed over the years & now I enjoy company whenever I get it. Funny how age changes our priorities!

Jodi from OR - I yo-yo dieted my whole life too. If you are consistent with logging your food & exercise here, it really helps to keep track which ends the cycle of yo-yo dieting!

Rosalindgr - The good news for us is that even when we have a slip we can get right back on track with the support of everyone struggling with the same issues. It's so much easier to do this together!

:laugh: Viv - Take a few breaths and move away from the paint (for now). Maybe there can be a compromise that everyone can live with.

Joyce - Losing weight can be frustrating as the pounds never come off as quickly as we want, but slow and steady wins the race. Hang in there!

Alison - Not realizing how many calories were in the foods I craved got me in trouble with my weight in the first place. With MFP, you'll get the chance to choose more wisely. I know I sure do (most of the time anyway!).

:flowerforyou: Sharon - A big congrats for getting back on track! One slip will not matter in the long run as long as you don't give up.

Mary - Your DH sounds like a keeper!

Lin - Someone once told me that FEAR is
F alse
E xpectations
A bout
R eality

:laugh: jb - Thanks for the popsicle recipe. They really do look delicious! If we really treat this as a lifestyle, we no longer have to feel guilty about going over our calories occasionally. Also, I think we can all relate to your DH's fitness regimen (at least I can). Thanks for the laughs!

:drinker: Renny - Way to go on that 10K!

Tari - I found that drinking water made all the difference. I know it's hard in the beginning, but it gets easier, so keep trying!

:flowerforyou: Eileen - Prayers are going out for your mom. Progress begins with each small step you take. Congrats on being the smallest sister and taking the stairs. Your attitude will get you there!

:happy: Barbie - Welcome back! It's a gift to get a contractor who cleans up. With all the steps you take each day, I don't think an occasional shared pizza will hurt you one bit.

Shari325 - We are all pulling for you! Even without exercise, the important thing is portion control. The bottom line is calories in/calories out. Hang in there....you CAN do this!

:happy: DeeDee - Glad to see you are feeling better. Hula hooping is GREAT exercise!

:grumble: m - Ugh - If anyone figures out how to prevent the weeds from showing up in the spring, can you please let me know? My butt would thank you!

:noway: Liz - Sometimes it's just a matter of asking for help. They may not realize you are overwhelmed.

:flowerforyou: Kathy - Congrats on your 2 pound weight loss! Doesn't it feel great to have someone validate all of your hard work?

:sick: Meg - Hope that virus goes away soon!

Amanda - I found this program to be one of trial and error. Sometimes making a small adjustment here or there makes all the difference.

Jackie - I do take a multi-vitamin plus Vitamin E and baby aspirin (recommended by my doctor). It seems to work better for me to take these at night because I don't get indigestion that way. I resisted for a long time, but feel better knowing I am covered even if my food choices don't give me the recommended amount every day.

:flowerforyou: Ohiomom - Great news! Keep up the good work!

:flowerforyou: peachstategal - So sorry about DH. Will keep him in my prayers for a speedy recovery.

:glasses: Glenda - Spring has finally arrived here - I'll try sending some your way.

Welcome to all of the newbies.....check in often for support, love and laughter!

Hugs,
Lucy in Delaware:bigsmile:

:laugh: Michele - My mother used to use that phrase too (Beauty has to suffer) as she tortured us with home perms...believe me, the result for all of that suffering was NOT beautiful!!!
Hugs,
Lucy in Delaware:bigsmile:

Your mom, my mom and my Auntie Irene were cut from the same bolt of cloth, I think. When I was little they decided to give me a "Tonette" perm. Remember those? It smelled awful and stung my eyes. BOTH of them told me I "had to suffer to be beautiful." The problem was that no perm EVER made me look beautiful. Just frizzy.:laugh: :laugh:

Thanks for the kind words, everyone. I have been in a great mood all day, even though I am coming down with a cold. Let's hope the scale doesn't torment me tomorrow with a gain!

Peaches & Jnkmm - praying for your husbands and for you as well.

JB - thanks for the laugh!

I only have a couple of minutes so skimmed today's posts but don't have time to respond to all. Welcome to everyone new; join right in and you will come to know us. Praying for those of you who are facing challenges and celebrating with those who have had successes

Have a great evening!.

P 18

Katla said - My hands sometimes swell at night and when I check my sodium intake from the preceding day it is below my daily allowance. I wonder what else I’m consuming that might contribute to stiff or puffy fingers. When my fingers are puffy I sometimes have a wrong way scale day.

This happens to me too, very frequently of late. Don’t know why either :grumble:

Also, I too suffered the indignities of the “Tonette” perm. There is one particular class photo that I cringe at every time I stumble upon it

JB in Portland – :laugh:

Spirit05 – Welcome, you’ll find great support here

Wilka56 – Welcome to you too, how great that you AND your family are on this health journey together!

Phyllis – so glad you had such a great visit in Abu Dhabi, and good for you for getting right back into “health mode” upon your return home!

Jackie “My face is probably now softer than my *kitten*.” :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

ReallyMary – Great job getting the home office painted, and glad to hear there is Spring in the air for you. 60’s here today, but snow in tomorrow’s forecast and a high of 22 :huh: :grumble: .

Tari – I put 30 Day Shred in as “circuit training” from exercise database

Rose – your exercise and eating revisions sound like a good plan, you can do this!!!

Grandmallie – How yummy your dinner sounds! Any yay for you and open windows and fresh air. It’s the little things, isn’t it? :flowerforyou:



Brooke from Colorado

“Do something today that your future self will thank you for.”

Oh the saga of the home perm. I remember when I was a little girl watching my Mom give my sisters a home perm. I always helped by holding those white things and the curlers. It helped me learn my colors! Anyway this perm was advertised to have 'extra body'. Said so on the box!!!! So I am there looking all through that box and quite distressed because I couldn't find any extra body hidden in there.

so far this month, too much Easter candy, and I ran my first 5K. :smokin:

The end of the day when my calories are used up is sooooooooo hard to fight through. It's also when I take my meds that make me hungry! Not a good combination but not one I can change, either. I hope I am strong enough to overcome this!!!

Janice
near Sudbury

It would of been 0 lbs so 1 lbs is good keep on doing what you doing and 1lbs will be 2 lbs you see!

:flowerforyou: Weigh in today 202..... not as good as I hoped. I was having almonds as my morning snack and may be retaining water from the salt. I am upping the exercise to an hour in the evening and half hour walk at lunch, grapes for my snack and cereal or hard boiled eggs for breakfast. Everyone have a great week, Rose

How about keeping the unsalted nuts and seeds on hand?! You are back Rose and it is so good to see you:flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:

Just a quick check in!

Worked at home today. Just couldn’t bring myself to go into the office. Back to the grind tomorrow.

Barbie – good job on the veggie pizza! Isn’t it funny what people consider “healthy?” My boss is vegetarian, too, so I’m always conscious of menus when we choose a place to eat. I often just go to the vegetarian restaurants because it’s easier for me to adapt.

Tari – I hate wallpaper, too. Just got rid of the last in my house. Our first tear-off revealed a wall of termite tunnels. Yay! Too many repairs to count. Just replaced the sheetrock.

Welcome to all the new ladies! Glad that you’re here.

PeachState – Sorry to hear about your DH. How scary. Good to know he’s doing better. Quitting smoking is tough.

Blank Canvas – I’d say you’re doing great, too. Menopause is a bear.

Amanda – Hope you get some relief for the IBS. I am always cold at work. Keep a wool shawl at my desk and even wear long underwear in the winter!

Lisa – congrats on getting back into your dresses!

Brooke – We’re getting rain and snow as well! That’s spring in the Intermountain West!

JB – Will sounds a lot like my DH – especially that “beat around the bush” thing… ☺

Spirit – sounds like a sodium thing. Quality of calories means everything!

Wilka – you CAN do this. The steps are simple, and you don’t have to do all of them at once. Deep breath. It’s OK.

Jane – hope your day got better.

M – I work for a company that creates patient education and consumer health information. I work for the digital content team in multimedia development. I create/edit/produce content for websites and mobile applications and videos. All of it is reviewed by clinicians before deployment and on a rotating basis to make sure it matches current medical standards and guidelines. It’s pretty interesting. I love the work, but these two projects came to ahead at the same time and life is truly crazy right now.
I am jealous that you are already in the garden!

Jmk – hugs for you and your DH. What a tough and scary thing.

Phyljen – Au Dahbi! SOOO jealous!

Jackie – my scale sticks all the time, too. Good for you to keep exercise a priority. I figure that when my body is ready, it will happen. Check out Title 9 sports online. It’s a site that sells women’s fitness and active-wear and they have an amazing selection of sports bras. Good luck!

Renny – your storm is coming our way! The wind is howling and it’s been raining all day.

Mary – Jealous of your gardening! We have to get past these spring storms before I can plant…. Shrub pruning is in my future, though.

Lucy – Love the FEAR thing! Great advice.

Grandmallie – Glad you liked the meatballs! I love to cook SO much that I’ve made an art out of healthy substitutions. Like I said – a diet does not have to be twigs.

Moxie – Watch out for that chocolate! ☺

Brooke – Sodium is usually the culprit. Carbonation can do it too, if you drink a lot of diet soda…

No home perms for me. I had naturally curly hair that was always askew. Just a lost of brushes and bows to try to keep it contained. But, was forced to wear a lot of pink dresses. I still shudder when I see them on little girls and wonder how many of them are forced to wear pink?

Meylisa – glad you go the colonoscopy. Congrats on the weight loss!

Dog lady – death to the Easter candy! My boss keeps bringing it to work! AACK!

Janice – maybe you should try the 6-meal plan and spread the food out over the day. That might help with the cravings and desire to snack. Also water, water, water!

Shari – glad you are on the treadmill, but maybe you should try the bike so your hips don’t hurt as much…

That's all for today!
Keep on loggin'!

Jane in SLC

Evening everyone. I just finished working...very very very long day:grumble: I'm exhausted but needed my VitF fix. I can barely keep my eyes open any longer so won't be able to respond to many. I didn't even get to exercise today.:explode: Hopefully I just hold steady until I can get back to it (hoping I can carve out some time tomorrow).:noway:

Peachstategal - so sorry about your DH. When my MIL had her health crisis she quit smoking that very day - but I know it was very hard for her. I will pray for him:brokenheart:

Tammy - were you thinking about the Jessica Smith videos?

Welcome to all the newbies - you found a great group of women to help you on your get healthier journey:drinker:

For all those with SV and NSV - congrats:flowerforyou:

To all those who are struggling - sending positive thoughts your way to help buoy you up

Just had to comment on the home perming before I sign off...I have very curly hair. We used to iron my hair the old fashioned way - with a real iron on an ironing board. I also tried the giant soup can on my head trick (you're left with this crazy crease when you unwrap it. The things we do for beauty Jodios

50ishFoodie - sounds like you had a wonderful time in FL. I'm so happy for you. So sorry about your mom. I have about the same rule about fashion as you, I remember my MIL telling this to me. If I'm unsure even the slightest bit about something, don't buy it. I've never regretted that.

barbie - so glad Jake is healing so well.

Shari - logging food is an excellent thing to do. I'm still vaery surprised at some of the things I learn thru logging, and you will be too. Good luck on your journey. We're always here for you. Oh, and welcome! Yea for you going longer on the treadmill! Way to go girl!

Vinv - I didn't realize that you could click on the person's name and it would take you to the last post. I'll have to try that!

ohiomom - wow! That's wonderful. Down 25lbs. Keep it up and pretty soon we won't be able to see you

debra - can you maybe put a healthy snack in the car so you don't have to stop on the way home? Maybe a piece of fruit, even dried fruit

teresa - being over 50 losing weight IS hard --- but not impossible

cityjaneLondon - congrats on the loss

DeeDee - I know that right now Vince is of the opinion that he really doesn't want to go to the wedding. I firmly want to go see my son, I really don't want the last time I ever see him to be that one time for a few hours at Jessica's. I keep thinking of Jesus' saying "father forgive them for they know not what they do". Well, Bryan needs to be forgiven for he doesn't know what he's doing. God forbid something bad happens in a few years, it's your family that you turn to. I want to be here for him. I highly doubt he asked his friends for money for the wedding. So what is going on with him, that I don't know. I'm right now thinking that maybe he's under a lot of stress. That shouldn't excuse his behavior, he made the decision. But I do think we need to work on forgiveness, he's young, immature, doesn't have the wisdom that comes with age. I'm rambling, sorry.

peachstategal - so sorry about your hubby, glad they were able to fix him up. Well, if he has to give up smoking, he can think of the money he's saving....lol

LisainUP - doesn't it feel wonderful to fit into dresses that you didn't fit into for a long time?

Did about 20 minutesw of yoga today then the extremepump class. Tomorrow I'll do a spinning downloadable workout.

spirit - you are so right quality of calories is much more important than quantity.

wilka - You CAN do this, and we'll be here every step of the way.

M - your garden sounds wonderful! I have the brownest thumb on the face of the earth, but I love to read about how everyone else is doing

twoton (is it Tari? That name is sticking in my brain) - I forgot your name!!! Bad me. Anyway, I like how you're so optimistic. That's like me, Vince calls me "the eternal optimist". Today I don't think ANYONE ever thinks about giving an at-home perm. Either they go to a hairdresser or they don't have it. I guess I was lucky in that my mother was a hairdresser.

Lucy in DE - Pretty soon you won't even notice the pain. I like the "fear".

Juanita - glad your colonoscopy went well.

Meg - I found that when I was wearing jeans, my pedometer wouldn't register all my steps. It did when I was wearing lighter pants, tho

jodios - boy, did you bring back memories. Ironing your hair on the ironing board and using juice cans. thanks for the trip down memory lane.

Went to mahjongg tonight. Maj'd three times. I won't go tomorrow since Vince wants to dig a trench behind the equipment pad for the pool so that when he drains the pump, the water will go into a pipe he'll bury and then into the drain rather than a big mess. He'll use the pickax, take a break while I shovel. Should be interesting.

Hope everyone has a great evening.

Michele in NC

Katla, I was ever the curious one. I remember going to my sisters high school graduation. The band was playing '76 trombones' or whatever the song is. I turned to my Dad who as a preacher in a small town was well known and asking him where the 76 trombones were. I just couldn't see them all. My curiousity got me into nursing!

Hang in there ladytinkerbel ... I have been there several times. This time around it feels a little different ... maybe I just realized the harm I was doing to myself and wanted to truly fix it. So, here I am again. This message board has been so helpful and I love reading everyone's comments and tips on just living a better life. Welcome and thank you all.