January 3-9
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Hi All - Doing pretty good with calories the last few days and managed to get to the gym for some walking last night on treadmill with mom (light work out). I missed gym sunday, Monday and Tuesday - not good. Tonight I am going out to dinner with my husbands mom for her birthday (I'm really going to try to keep calories down). Got to get to the gym!!!!0
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Today I'm doing better than yesterday. (The weather is better.) I went grocery shopping and got some food that will help me stay on track. I don't see a weight loss coming soon but feel healthier than I've been in years since I've been heading in the right direction for a while. It's so great that one bad day or two doesn't make me feel like I should go ahead and give up.0
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My weight is up a couple pounds but I'm having a problem keeping my blood pressure up so I have had to increase my sodium intake in my food and taking tablets so i'm hoping it's just water gain. Oh well you take the good with the bad.0
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Good morning!
@NewOR2015 - That's right there is no giving up! I'm a firm believer in changing small things over time for a healthier lifestyle this will lead to great results!
@2020pinktogo - I'm sure it is just water weight - our weight can fluctuate daily depending on sodium intake.
So last night I went out to eat for mother in laws birthday, I really did not care for my meal so I did pretty good. I also managed not to have dessert but had one piece of bread dipped in olive oil, yum! Off to the gym after work (if with mom again this will be a light work out). I might try a daily burn workout at home after that. Rain this weekend so thinking about getting some cleaning done.0 -
After 17 years living here, I did this yesterday.JMarcella57 wrote: »My bucket list is pretty short right now. It may seem a little silly, but there are those few things I've wanted to do but just haven't.
1. Let my hair grow long again.
2. Walk to the top of the small mountain in our neighborhood.
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@JMarcella57 That's great that you conquered the mountain. I've heard if you write it, it will come true. And it worked for you!
@2020pinktogo I believe livingyoung28 is right about our weight fluctuating daily. I am scheduled for a 60 hour week, only skipped exercise 1 day and did pretty well eating although some of the food may have had high salt content. Our dinners are catered when we have these long days. I only missed weighing yesterday and this morning I was up 2.4 pounds, ughh. Even though I know it's mostly water, the numbers can suck sometimes. I have this schedule once a month so I will need to be diligent during the other three weeks and keep in mind my long term goal.
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@JMarcella57 - way to go! I bet it was an awesome feeling to get to the top of that mountain.
@livingyoung28 - I really don't think there is anything more simply delicious than bread dipped in olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Our waist lines would disagree but it doesn't get much better than that dance of flavors.
@NewOR2015 - One day at a time is a good way to look at things. Being sick this week has definitely knocked me back so I am focusing on keeping my food in check and not going over my calories...and of course resting and drinking plenty of water.
@2020pinktogo - Up your water intake to compensate for the increase in salt...I am sure that will help.
I am home sick today for the third day in a row but I am continuing to lose weight through carb cycling. I had my first four days of high carbs now the next two days are low carb. Sunday will be the reset day and I will total how much I've lost so far. This way of eating keeps me satisfied throughout the day and is pretty easy to plan.
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@MrsVelapanur you have been showing a nice weight loss. Are you following a specific carb cycling plan? Do you do no carb days, low-carb days and high-carb days? Because of your post I am reading about this type of plan, not sure I could stick to it but it is intriguing.0
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@Living360 - I picked up Heidi and Chris Powell's new book, Extreme Transformation, to see if I can jump start getting rid of those last 20-something pounds. It's pretty simple to follow and includes great recipes. Essentially, you eat five meals a day, no more no less. The first four days of the cycle you do high carb for four meals, low carb for dinner. The next two days are low carb, except for breakfast. On the last day you do a reset and up your calories. You then start it all over. I am not following the exercise plan because I have my own routine I follow already. But it includes exercises and activities to follow as well.0
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It sounds like everyone is still focused! Awesome group!
@livingyoung28 I don't think our problem is pants that are too tight. Our pants are going to be falling off as we continue our weight loss journey. 0 -
I got up early today. I'm a bit excited about walking in a 10K today. Last time I did something like this was in 1983, probably before some of the members of our group were born. The weather should be great today (71ºF).0
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Oh i wish it was that warm here brrrr.... Good luck and have a great time!!!!
I got subpoena for jury duty my boss has said no one is irreplaceable so I told her I got it and she is freaking out. In the past this would have sent me over the edge knowing it was going to send my boss over the edge It kind of made me smile and I'm like whatever if it doesn't kill me it'll make me stronger. Add it to the bucket list LOL
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Best wishes for your 10K. Glad you have good weather for it!I got up early today. I'm a bit excited about walking in a 10K today. Last time I did something like this was in 1983, probably before some of the members of our group were born. The weather should be great today (71ºF).
Last year, one of my main goals was learning to better manage stress. I do better now, letting go of some of the things that I have no control over. Sounds like you're on that track too. Your boss is going to be freaking out anyway. No reason for both of you to stress over it. I like the "smile" reaction. Well done!2020pinktogo wrote: »I got subpoena for jury duty my boss has said no one is irreplaceable so I told her I got it and she is freaking out. In the past this would have sent me over the edge knowing it was going to send my boss over the edge It kind of made me smile and I'm like whatever if it doesn't kill me it'll make me stronger. Add it to the bucket list LOL0 -
@NewOR2015 10K is a nice long walk, let us know how you do.
@2020pinktogo Good for you for finding a smile despite your freaking out boss. I understand all too well how a Manager believes "no one is irreplaceable" yet doesn't want you to miss a day. I need to follow your lead and work on managing stress better, thanks for the New Year's Resolution idea.0 -
It's day four in captivity...er, I mean being home sick...and I am ready to flee the compound I think. I don't have enough energy to go work out yet but I am hoping tomorrow I can participate in a barre class. I do need to get out of the house today so I am thinking of getting bundled up and having hubby take me to a movie.
I am down three pounds since Monday! This progress is exciting!
Also, today my brother in law is flying back to India after being here since December 5. We enjoyed having him but I am glad he's going back so hubby and I can get focused on our goals for 2016. My husband and I will be going to India in March to see him and my in-laws. Ashwin (my hubby) and I haven't been to India together since we got married in 2013, so we're both looking forward to the trip.0 -
I completed my walk today. Even though I feel great that I did it I don't think I care to do it again. Walking with a crowd was not anywhere near as pleasurable as walking by myself.
Stress management is developed with time and experience. You get to the point where you feel that some things are not worth the stress.
@MrsVelapanur Congrats on your weight loss, but it's time to get over being sick. Time to get back to living!0 -
Bitter, mostly sweeeeet . . . I went to the mall to return a couple of items this morning and couldn't resist looking through all of the 65-75% off racks. My hobby and thrill is finding marked down treasures. And my pants are pretty lose so I was hoping to find a bargain on one size down. No luck on the pants so I decided to try on some dresses. Need work clothes and dresses are a little more forgiving as you lose weight. They hang a little better as I lose weight without being too baggy or too loose. Well, back to the point. I still don't like those dressing room mirrors (bitter). I'm sure you all know what I mean ; ) The sweet part is I can wear a 14W dress and was comfortable buying something a little more form fitting and willing to show my legs (in tights). I'm not even close to my goal weight but many of my clothes were 2X so I am very happy today and encourage to keep going. Thank you all for your friendship and support!0
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*loose not lose0
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@Living360 From 2X to 14W is an awesome NSV!0
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Thanks, I am down 22 pounds from December 2014.0
