WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR JANUARY 2016

sylvia way to go with letting go of the chocolate and rewarding yourself with yoga pants, that is a big nsv

kimses you r right about it being meant to be, there is always a reason for how these things come to pass.
Karen

KJ, I agree with others that your sister should be able to eat what she wants. I have a friend whose mother died of lung cancer. When she was first diagnosed, the friend was so terribly angry because her mother refused to stop smoking. Honestly, at that stage, would it have made any difference? I personally think my friend was angry about the smoking because it was one thing she was trying to control in a life that was now totally out of control. It's possible that some of this is going on with your family. Emotions are all over the place in situations like this. Hugs for all of you.

Michelle, I've been meaning to ask what kind of planner did you buy? I have always used Erin Condren, but this year I switched to Plum Paper. I was late ordering it, and it came today. It has done things I like, but no "today" bar that snaps in and out. I'm going to miss that feature.

Today at the gym we did back and shoulders, then an abs video. I warmed up beforehand with 10 minutes on the elliptical and afterwards did 50 minutes on the treadmill. I still aim for 10,000 steps and 60 active minutes on my Fitbit in addition to my weight training. The place where I am going is a wellness center affiliated with the local hospital. It is a silver sneakers facility so has a lot of retirees at the time of day I go. They are like a sweet little family and have welcomed me tight into their group.

I tried two new foods today, both of which I am in love with. One is Ezekiel bread. It has the same number of calories (80 per slice) as regular bread, but it is made with sprouted grains instead of flour and has lots of protein. The other thing I tried is almond coconut butter. One tablespoon spread easily over two pieces of Ezekiel toast for a very tasty and healthy breakfast. Yum!

stats for the day:
ride hm 2 gym- 14.03min, 12.6amph, 144mhr, 2.9mi = 98c
rowing machine- 35min, 54aw, 143mhr 5650meters/3.45mi = 250c
Ride gym 2 dome- 7.23min, 11.6amph, 140mhr 1.4mi = 71c
Ride dome 2 hm- 19.15min, 8.5amph, 153mhr, 2.7mi = 203c
total cal 622

Ok I am puzzled..I lost weight, got in shape some, ate better..now my waist has decided that it wants to be almost as large as my breasts..and at a size G..I am not impressed...Anyone got any help with this one.??

Michelle - Something in the dryer sheet just helps start removing baked on food (or burnt on food); might need to use more than one, or for longer than overnight. Don't know what it is, but, it works. When you put your fingers in the water it is sort of oily feeling.

Another tip - When you remove your lint filter (especially if you use dryer sheets) take it to the sink and wash it on both sides using a brush (old toothbrush or brush like for dishes). You can tell if it is blocked (not just from the lint it gathers); but, also from whatever it is in the dryer sheet that makes your clothes not wrinkle by pouring water into the lint filter - it will hold the water poured into it. FIRE HAZARD! Take an old toothbrush and run it over the lint filter on both sides until the water runs through it.

Lenora

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Lilymay2 wrote: »

colleenclark336 wrote: »

Hey girls! I need some friends on here and you guys look amazing!
I am almost 55 and want to lose between 30-35 lbs. I have lost my confidence and feel frumpy and old and I need to get my mojo back!

I would welcome some friends on here so we can help each other out and hold each other accountable.

Colleen

Welcome Colleen. Where do you hail from?

Lillian form West Central Saskatchewan

Hey Lillian I am a fellow Canadian from central Ontario...nice to meet you!

17761776 wrote: »

Thanks it worked, now how do u transfer parts of the message? Gayle

I've found that you have to hit 'quote' and then edit out those parts that you have no interest in answering; then you can type under it. However, I haven't been able to just highlight a portion of a previously posted item and move it.

Terri in Milwaukee: I can knit with relaxed hands and never suffer from long sessions, but I guess I hold my crochet projects wrong because when I set them down my hands ache. I don't have arthritis in my hands as far as I know. :flowerforyou:

Heather: I don't think you're antisocial at all. You are far more social than I am. You have parties and meet friends for meals out. I think you're practicing a new "religion." That religion is a lifestyle that focusses on taking care of your body in a healthy way. Some of your friends are not in tune with the new you. Yet.

Sylvia: Congrats on the new yoga pants! :bigsmile: I love the tray you're working on.

Jane: Stay as warm as you can.

Barbie: I'm happy that you can walk and dance as much as you want. :bigsmile: I hope they find a medicine that will improve your situation.

Eccentric: Horseback riding burns a lot of calories and so does dance. Enjoy. As far as I know, it is not possible to spot reduce. Your body uses its own logic to take away inches from here or there. Exercising more will help make you stronger and more supple. :flowerforyou:

EllenFlickner: Welcome, you sweet young thing. :bigsmile: Best tips: Measure your food portions and count calories in and calories out. You can earn extra treats by moving more. My biggest problem was portion size. I always chose healthy foods; I simply ate too much. I've learned to take smaller amounts, and use measuring devices to be sure of that when I'm at home. :flowerforyou:



I had a quiet day at home, but at least I wasn't sick in bed. Yay!!!! I hope to go to yoga in the morning. This winter has had more sick time than I like. I'm hoping things get better and the sick time is all behind me.

Katla in Beautiful NW Oregon

“Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time.” Thomas A. Edison

January Goals :
1. Log every bite and swallow.
2. Cardio exercise at least 3 days a week. Work on flexibility and back strength.
3. Have fun every day.
4. Drink at least three glasses of water daily, preferably more!
5. Eliminate alcohol.
6. Monitor sleep. Try to average 7 or more hours of sleep nightly.