Lottie's Fitness Journal
Replies
-
Well here it goes. Only lost .8 lb in a whole month. Of 29 days 17 of them I was below 1200 calories. So here is what nutricianist and I have come up with for goals.
1. Eat no less than 1100 calories but preferably
1200 calories a day.
2. Need to exercise 30-60 minutes a week.
3. Get 8 hours of sleep.
She says if I do this I should lose 1/2 to 1 lb a week. I did take my measurements today. I can't figure out where to write them down in this app.
I'm not sleeping. She told me if you don't sleep you have trouble losing weight. After reviewing what food I've ate and she said I'm doing ok with my %'s of fat, protein and carbs.
Also got bad news from H&R Block someone used my husband social security number on their tax return. We went through this last year and had to wait six months for my refund.
This year is not starting out good for me. I didn't think it could get worse than last year. Maybe this will be it. I was so upset today I cried. I don't want to feel like this anymore it's bad enough I'm still kissing Floyd, but to have all these things keep coming up is killing me.
Sorry I'm "Debbie Downer" today. Will try to be better tomorrow.0 -
Sending you lots of hugs. I'm sorry to hear about your tax troubles. Better to find out now I guess? Still, what a pain.
Adding more exercise should help with the sleep, but isn't a 100% cure. If you don't already I'd try some light yoga with prayer/meditation to help you drift off and, obviously, no caffeine after 6PM. I know you're going through a lot so sleep must be difficult. Give it time and be patient with yourself. We're all rooting for you and cheering you on. Loving yourself is an unmeasurable quantity for weight loss, but an important one.
*hugs*0 -
No need to try to BE better. Feel better, sure, but there is nothing less than good about having emotions. I only can imagine what you go through after losing Floyd, and I think I'd be having the same challenges you do. I'm sorry to hear about your taxes too. It sucks waiting for a refund, especially if you've been counting on getting it sooner than later.
To add measurements on the MFP app, on the left column menu list, go to Progress. At the top left is says Weight. Press that and you get the options of Neck, Waist, and Hips. Click the one you want and press OK. Then in the top right corner there is a + sign to add a new entry.0 -
Sorry, Lottie. It's tough when we try to keep control of things we can without seeing the results. A loss of weight is a loss. I certainly understand frustration without seeing a number to equal your efforts. Keep at it! Overall, the trend is the scale is moving down.
Sucks about your taxes. Don't waste any of your energy thinking about the disgusting people who prey on people in these situations. It's disappointing to say the least.
You're doing great. Despite the obstacles, you will continue to pull through!
{{{HUGS}}}
Mimi0 -
Thanks @mimi2974, @jilliancreates , @quzzdragon . I met a friend for lunch and I'm over "feeling sorry for myself". In grief group we made a collage about our husbands or wives. I decided to do one for weight loss. I still haven't replaced refrigerator so I'm using the one in the garage( we used to use for pop). So I put the poster on the door to the garage. It's a reminder!!
I did sleep better last bight. I made a doctor appointment for a physical. I will be talking about my sleep and my knees. Maybe this is what I need.
No exercise today. I will be doing a DVD tomorrow it's cold again in Kentucky. Knew it was to good to last. It could snow in April here not usually but it has before.
I'm sending love out to all of you. The support you all give reminds me that I'm not alone in the battle to be fit , this site is tons better than some other weight loss programs that cost a lot of money.0 -
Wow... that's a fantastic collage! Makes me want to get crafty!
Glad you're looking at the positive side and working towards improvement with your doctors. 0 -
Well did a 4 mile walking DVD. Now that got me sweating. Then I swept, vacuumed and mopped all my hardwood floors. I feel accomplished today. Plus my house smells good. It snowed here today didn't stick to the roads it looked pretty on the grass. Tomorrow I go get hair cut and color. So I'm glad I'm friends with my beautician and we spend time talking. Sort of like "Steel Magnolias ". Hope everyone had a great day!!!!0
-
I know now why I didn't like weighing everyday.. I keep going up and down everyday. I doesn't give you a feeling of accomplishment. I don't know why it's going up and down. I'm trying to figure it out.
Today was a rest day on exercise. Hope you have a great start to your weekend.0 -
Are you weighing at the same time every day? If it's fluctuating a lot, maybe try switching to weighing once a week? I think I'm going to start weighing on Mondays since I tend to cheat more on the weekend - it'll keep me honest.
Have a great weekend!0 -
I like weighing every day so I can see how crazy the scale is. It can go up or down 2-3 lbs in one day. Know that can happen, I don't get too excited whether it is a big or small number. But, you are definitely more important than than any.0
-
Well today scale was down. I guess I'm going to just take it with a grain of salt. My nutricianist will just count the morning I go to my meeting. Rained today was trying to do some housework not my cup of tea. Tomorrow is laundry day after church. I need to get a workout in too. This next week I actually have things to do.
Have a great weekend.0 -
Well I did the funniest thing today. Walked outside for 51 minutes. Came home showered, ate a salad. I was checking Facebook. Next thing I know I wake up and looked at clock said 8:00. I thought to myself why is it dark it's always light by 8:00. Went to bathroom came back, still wondering about it being so dark. Picked up phone and realized it was night.
I must of needed the sleep. Scale was down again today not much but down nevertheless. I do better when I drink a lot of water. Well tomorrow is Monday. Weekends fly by.0 -
Hi
Today was repairman day. I have another one on Friday. I wish they wouldn't make you wait so long. I had two today furnace and fireplace. Friday is security system.
Watching food. Will do exercise tomorrow.
Have a great evening!!0 -
Hi
Today is beautiful and I took advantage of it. I walked 70 minutes averaging 3 mph. It was great. Cooling down now and replenishing water. Then took my dogs for a walk too.0 -
Sounds rejuvenating and invigorating! Glad it was a good day for you!0
-
Sounds like a great walk! And then another with your dogs...glad you got to get out and enjoy the weather!0
-
YOu sound like you are getting all over this Lottie. Those walks are amazing and it's true once you start sleeping and your body can repair you will see the weight come off. Also when you first start you build up muscle so the loss doesn't seem as big but it's there. Look for it in your clothes and the way you move. IS it easier to move and do things? I'm noticing that and i'm learning (thanks to my psychologist) to look at those as wins rather than the scale. Interestingly enough now i'm concentrating on non scale wins i'm noticing the scale is moving down. It's true that saying about a watched pot never boils. Keep doing what you're doing hon cause you're doing great0
-
YOu sound like you are getting all over this Lottie. Those walks are amazing and it's true once you start sleeping and your body can repair you will see the weight come off. Also when you first start you build up muscle so the loss doesn't seem as big but it's there. Look for it in your clothes and the way you move. IS it easier to move and do things? I'm noticing that and i'm learning (thanks to my psychologist) to look at those as wins rather than the scale. Interestingly enough now i'm concentrating on non scale wins i'm noticing the scale is moving down. It's true that saying about a watched pot never boils. Keep doing what you're doing hon cause you're doing great
^ this
0 -
I ordered a new protein shake and it was banana creme and cookies & creme. Tried the banana yum. I keep trying different brands so far I like this one best.
Went to a follow up in grief group. It was a good session and lunch was great. Tomorrow is the doctor appointment for physical. I'm not looking forward to going to someone new, but sometimes that is good. I guess I'll know tomorrow. Today was a rest day.0 -
Yeah!!!!!! I'm out of the 170's. I hope I never return. I'm so happy
Had Dr. Appointment and blood work done. He was going to give me a cortisone shot but could get it into the space between kneecap. Tried twice and he and I decided no. So now I'll need to go to a specialist.
I'm going to work out after dinner today. I've never tried this before. Going out to eat so I'm going to try it and see.0 -
Excellent job Lottie!0
-
Did you have blood work done before you started getting healthier that you can compare your counts to?0
-
Awesome! Congrats on getting below 170!0
-
Nicely done!!! Great job on your weight loss!
I got cortisone shots in the knees a few times now, and this past time was the best. He had numbed the area, given the shot, and gotten out before I could say ouch. Hope you can find someone to give you a similar experience. I also really hope the cortisone helps you. 0 -
I have to go back to Dr. said blood test came back and liver & kidney levels were up and wants to go over med's. Also cholesterol was high which I knew that was coming. Statins cause joint pain so I can't take them. So I will see what he says. While I was there he told me the scale there showed 10 lbs. lost in the mid morning with clothes on. Yes!!!! I've ate out last nite and tonite. It's so hard, last night was at someone's house. Tonite was a restaurant. So not sure what scale will show tomorrow. But this will be part of my life need to work with it.
Got my new DVD's longer walking 5 miles anxious to try one. Left knee is sore and swollen where Dr tried to give me a cortisone shot. I will have to try and see what I can do.
Have a great weekend0 -
10 pounds? That's awesome!!! Congrats!
The swelling should go down in a day or two. If it isn't better by Monday I'd call the Dr.
Have a great weekend!0 -
Well hi everyone
Today was another busy day. Met a friend and went to stamp meeting. It was a blast, you make your own cards. So creative can't wait till next month.
Allergies were bad today. Felt like my nose was a water facet. That's after taking Zyrtec.
Goals for next week, three workouts. Complete household chores and organize at least one room.
0 -
Wow you are going great guns Lottie!!!! 10lb that's awesome. YOu are working so hard to deal with all sorts of things and still you are managing to get your health and fitness happening. You are an inspiration girlfriend keep going.0
-
@khatmott thank you it means a lot0
-
Well had to go back to Dr. My labs weren't too good. Liver and kidney test were higher than normal also cholesterol was high. Well he decided to retest in three months. He also reassured me that losing weight will also help. I'm no longer able to use Excederin Migraine or any Tylenol products.
I'm going to knee Dr. At end of April long time to wait. He's supposed to be the best in Kentucky. So I guess he's worth the weight. Last few days have been tough on diet. Will need to get back to it tomorrow. Received a birthday card today in mail for my husband. It made me sad, I couldn't open it. I've been in a funk all day today. Slept a lot during day. No activity, so I need to force the exercise tomorrow.
I can't stay like this. I've worked too hard.0
This discussion has been closed.