WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR NOVEMBER 2014

Wow, ladies....I am impressed with the number of posts here and the friendly atmosphere. I just joined MyFitnessPal recently...having done the Medifast program to lose my weight and reach goal. Now I've put back about 18 lbs. and am trying to get them back off again! I'm a Health Coach for the program, so it's even MORE important that I get back to goal. Either that, or learn to live with the extra weight. Which I'm NOT willing to do just yet.

Anyway, I don't mean to solicit anyone; please don't misunderstand me....I just wanted to get to know some more women around my age who have 'been there, done that' and are still hanging in there, trying to eat healthier. I believe in the Medifast program, so please forgive me if I talk about it. That said, I find myself with much in common with some of you just from a brief glance at this forum!

For instance, MarleyJoe....OMG I am a peanut butter freak, too. It's stored in a bottom drawer in the kitchen....that's a drawer for my husband's 'goodies', because I can't have it. No way, no how. It's OFF LIMITS for me. One Tablespoon leads to another and another, and this is like, the highest caloric food there IS.
Have you tried PB2? It's from Netrition.com. I swear, it's wonderful. Two tablespoons of the stuff have only 45 calories. REALLY! And it's made from real peanuts. They just took the fat out! It's a POWDER, you have to mix water into it...but you only do it 2 TBLs at a time (if you're smart LOL...) and that way you're controlling the amount. I do this all the time on my MF (Medifast) brownie I eat for my evening snack.

The only thing is, I would stay away from the PB2 with chocolate. That wound up to be a big trigger food for me, for some reason. I could eat only 2 TBLs -- OK, MAYBE a little more, but not really go 'nuts' (pardon the pun) on the plain PB2, but the one with chocolate? No way....I can't stop. And then I gorge on it and it sits in my stomach like a STONE, and I KNOW I've gained weight. So I had to ban it from my house. I don't buy it anymore.

And believe me, I'm very careful with the plain PB2 as well LOL...although like I said, I find it an excellent substitute when I just GOTTA have some peanut butter.

That said, I HAVE been known to 'raid' my hubby's Skippy....it's my downfall.

Just wanted to share that with you....as a start and an introduction to me!

I'm 59 years 'young' LOL...started Medifast at age 57 and it took me a year and a half to lose about 71 lbs. I went from 235 to 165. And I'm 5'7" tall, and 'big boned' (really, I have large wrists and size 11 feet!) so that looks GOOD on me. I was as low as 145 when I was in my 20s, but I had to starve to stay there and you know what? I didn't exercise...not like I do now...and I swear I look better now.

I turned into a 'gym nut' over the course of the program....not because they told me to, in fact they say you can do the entire program without one lick of exercise...but because I had started getting into it myself. I joined Curves back when I was at my highest weight of nearly 300 lbs back in 2008...and one thing just led to another, I started working out more and more. Today I go to a co-ed gym, I see a personal trainer every other week, and I do Spinning, Body Pump (group weight lifting), Pilates, a little Tai Chi and Yoga, the treadmill and the weight circuit. Spinning was a big big deal for me...and I try not to miss it. It burns an ENORMOUS amount of calories. And yes, I eat back some of those calories....in extra lean protein....or else I'd go krazy.

Anyway I'm happy to 'meet' you ladies, if you would allow me into your group....don't know how well I'll be able to keep up, since as a Health Coach I'm all over the place (Facebook, I have my own blog, and several other websites including the Medifast Community one), but I will try!

Please let me know what you think....and if you would welcome me to your group! I have about 20 clients who are all female, and I have recommended MFP to them, and will recommend this group as well if I feel it's worth it!

SUPPORT and SHARING and COMMUNICATION are key. I really truly believe that.

No man (or woman) is an island!

PS You can check out my blogs here....I try to keep this up:
http://www.lincoach.blogspot.com

Linda alias Catlover771

PPSS Sorry this post was so long!

I do not use PB2 because if you read the label they add sugar to it. I like my food whole and the less processing the better. I try to avoid the fats in meat and oils like soy and corn not in my peanut butter. What works for me may not work for someone else. I agree with Heather in finding a diet that keeps me healthy and that I can I can sustain.
MNMargaret

Good evening everyone! We are all snuggled in at the lake, in front of a nice fire. I have chili simmering on the stove. We've already walked the dogs. At the moment I have one dog in my lap, but earlier there were two!

This morning we swam laps, then I took my DGD to her basketball game. She had fun. Then I went to the studio, where another potter brought over some pots to put in my gallery. He does really big stuff, so I was glad to have it. Helps fill up the place!

Then my son and the kids stopped by to show me that somebody broke the windshield on his car. It's still driveable, but needs to be replaced, and of course he has no money. It happened sometime between noon and 1:00 while it was parked outside his apartment building. When he left my place he went to Walmart to get a few things, thinking that when he made the police report they might tell him he couldn't drive it, and who did he run into at Walmart? His ex in-laws! They live about 45 miles away and we've not seen them down here in years. So what are the odds that his windshield was broken and they were in town on the same day?! Within an hour or so of when it happened? He asked them if they did it, and of course they said no. But I do NOT trust those people one bit.

Well, time to put in the cornbread. Have a great evening!

Sylvia

ready to drop, got home about an hr ago, went to work, worked till noon, my dad met us here, and then dad and I went to our cousins memorial service.. it was very nice and I got to see my cousins that I havent seen in ages... but my dad is a talker, I mean he starts on one story that runs into another story and it takes him about 2 hrs to get to the point...
his brother my uncle ,I had to explain who was related to who and he still didnt get it.. so I am just sitting having a cup of tea, the first one I had i went to put on the coffee table and missed, and the DH bless his heart mopped it up for me..
will check in with you all tomorrow

Did an hour of Tony Little's Body Sculpting DVD today. The plan for tomorrow is to do Richard Simmon's Dancing to the Oldies DVD

Rori - big congrats on not gaining on your trip. Have a good time in Panama. Do you ever take business trips to NC? Yesterday was a pretty sad day -- I had to take my coat out of the closet. OK, I'm ready for it to go back to summer now.

Marley - I never eat back my exercise calories. but I know in my heart that if I go over, I have a "buffer". I was just watching a segment of Dr. Oz (I know, I know...not the greatest source) and he was saying (I don't think this is real true) that you should have white tea with lemon to help not gain the weight. I honestly don't think that's the total answer. he also said to have something high in fiber before eating. And he said to have some apple cider vinegar before eating. To me, even if you do all these things, if you have too many calories, these things won't cause you not to gain. You still need to be careful of your intake. Anyway, I found that if I add in my exercise calories, I wound up eating "junk" just to get my calories up and that wasn't good. It's a mind thing...I know it. But seeing the larger number just gave me a false sense of security. I always felt that I had to eat near that number. So I just don't add them in and if I go over, at least I know that I'm in all probablility safe as long as it doesn't happen routinely. I wouldn't call calories from peanut butter "worthless". they can be good -- in moderation

Now that the colder weather is getting here, does anyone know of or have a recipe for a lower calorie hot chocolate mix that doesn't include any artificial sweetener? I wonder if you can heat up (in the microwave) the tofu? I'd have my tofu/cocoa mixture, but don't know how heated tofu would be?

Joyce - I wish I can get Vince to get moving on the christmas list, too. Get to church! You know you'll feel so much better if you do and if you don't, you'll be kicking yourself

claudknow - welcome!

Heather - I'm lucky in that the WalMart by me carries the noodles. I never thought of having them in soup! Thanks for the idea. To be honest, I usually have two packets at a time along with some veges. I agree, I've kept my weight off for a few years now. Oh, sometimes I go a bit high (like around the holidays last year) but I totally agree with you that logging is essential. I don't think I'll ever be able to get by with not logging, unless I don't care what I look like

hoff - what a sweet gd you have there

njitalia - congrats on the loss. Never heard of dry needling. Interesting..... How did you find your physiatrist?

Sylvia - that recipe sounds intersting. How many patties do you make from one package of ground turkey? Cook in the oven at what temp for how long?

Beth - woo hoo on that NSV

Linda - welcome! LOVE your name. We have 4 cats. My one daughter bought me a magnet for my car that says "one cat away from being the crazy cat lady". A friend saw it and said to me "honey, that ship has sailed". Your workout routine sounds great. I look forward to hearing more about it

Michele in NC

Hi, everyone! My name is Toni from Nashville, TN. I'm new to the group. In June I retired from 30+ years of teaching, and in Oct. I got my Medicare Card. In between then and now I've been concentrating on ME. I do water aerobics and jog in the water 6 days a week. My doctor is pleased with my lab work, but my weight loss has been so SLOW. Guess when we get older our bodies don't like to let go of the "fluffiness". I am hanging in there and continuing to log my food and keep my spirits up. I've been reading your posts from time to time and look forward to being one of the group. A saying I like from the book MADE TO CRAVE is "Everything is permissible but not everything is beneficial."

I'm still catching up and am on page 16 at the moment so thought I'd answer the bits I've read so far.
Kim I make mostly bobbin lace. I'm working on intermediate and advanced levels of Torchon lace at the moment, still working on all the compulsory bits before I start on the main design items.
Cynthia. Good news about the dvd. I also do genealogy and am part of a one name study. The other day I got a newsletter with those who had died in the first World War. One of my ancestors was shown as the son of a couple, but he was in fact their grandson. Not sure who his mother was, guess I'll have to order the birth certificate.
Alison. My ex also used to give me the silent treatment, which was preferable to the abuse and violence. Hang in there, take care of your self.
Michelle. I have been on Prolia for about 3 years and my bone density tests have been good, so much so that I have 2 years between my last test and the next one. I don't know the one you are taking now, I was on Fosamax before and they don't like you on it for more than 4 or 5 years. Prolia is easy because it is only an injection every 6 months. If you get on it, join the study if you have the chance because they phone to remind you and you can get support if you need it. I have mild osteoporosis but do have a genetic bone disorder osteogenesis imperfecta or brittle bone disorder.

Now back to reading

Had a wonderful Sunday drive and doggy walks.
Stan says it it just us 2 and dog from now on. NO helping family.
We are going to buy a small tent and go camping, with dog, on East coast of Tasmania.
I bit the bullet and ordered a Kogan HRM, Mine died.
Lesley in Tasmania

Wow! 89 messages to read! My life has been very busy, and it seems that I catch up and then I fall behind again! Snow and real cold from all of you and I was feeling cold here in CA but it is nothing compared to you all - well got a lot done today and caught up reading about my on-line friends (you) so tomorrow I will write more ---

Diana – great gifts for your family

HenseyBrown- not eating enough calories is something I never have happen; but either way is an issue!

Terri – is there anywhere in your area that has milk on sale? We get coupons occasionally and discovered that it can be frozen!

Lesley – glad you let the possum and baby go… are your possums and our opssums the same? They are a light grey colored Marsupial – * Later* So glad you were ok with the walk home, but what a surprise to have hubby leave!

Sylvia – I hate paying that much for shoes, but when I do they seem to be worth it.

Barbie – I have trouble with figuring out my layers….the thermometer in the bathroom is brilliant.

Michele – hope Lance is doing better!

Robin – my heart breaks for you and Bodie

Carol – congrats on the 2.4 lb loss!!!!! How nice for your son to spend time with his grandparents.

Rita – great job on the gym and logging!

All the new gals – welcome!!!





November Goals:
Walk every day
Log all bites everyday

Kim from N. California

Hi, all! Hope you're doing well and having success with your weight loss. I enjoyed reading many of the comments on this forum. You're all so inspiring! For me, the November goals are part of a bigger picture: My goal was to lose 100 lbs. this year. So far, I have lost 94 lbs. (since January 1, 2014). I have until New Year's Day to lose 6 more. If I do it, great. If not, that's OK. I'll still be proud of what I've accomplished. Once I achieve this goal, my next step is to drop another 20 or 25, but I will give myself more time. My health has improved, and I've gone from a size 28W jean to a Misses size 6 super skinny (and not the "curvy" fit, either!). I give 1000 tons of credit to all of the people on MFP who've encouraged me with their stories.

Mollywhippet: You and I share some similarities-- however, ice cream is not one of them. (Fortunately?) I have a milk allergy, which has side effects so unpleasant, I'm never tempted! I also have done the "clothes that were too small are now too big to wear" thing. It's been a baaad experience for my wallet, but the ladies at the local church thrift store just loves me!