WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR MARCH 2016

I used to knit a lot but I hate spinning (if you mean the kind you do on a stationary bike)

Haha no I mean the kind where you twist fibers into yarn.
Thanks for the welcome, Penny! A lot of my friends are editors. It's a lifestyle thing.

Beth near Buffalo "Don't worry....*singing* Beeee happy".... Ok the spider bite was unnecessary right? Shouldn't they be hibernating still??? Mine are, (as I look around the room like a crazy person). Don't be so hard on yourself though, will all that is on your plate, its sometimes hard to manage putting healthy stuff on it. We are our worst critics, so give yourself a hug....(I'll wait) ....We love ya.
Becca

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I read in so many health and fitness blogs that "cheat days" are not a good idea. All you end up doing is erasing all your hard work that you've done all week. So, I don't do them. I allow myself a gooey dessert every day instead.

I do not allow myself cheat days. To me its back-pedaling. I am in a support group (TOPS) and every Wednesday after our meeting alot of the ladies go out to eat. I think its kind of hypocritical to preach great eating habits, then have fattening lunches. So, you can imagine they don't really invite me to lunch ever. I equate it to having a pristine checking account, always balanced, then every once in awhile bouncing a check. All it really does is stress you out, and worry about if you are going to balance the account for the rest of the week. For some it works great, but for me it doesn't work.
Becca
Oregon

I agree, if we have to call it a "cheat day" right there it is sending guilt feelings. This is not a diet, not a destination, it is a life long healthy eating journey. That's not to say I don't have a dessert or something with more carbs once in a while, I do. I do figure it in to my calories, etc. But as you say, Becca, in an entire day you can blow your entire good work for the week. If you feel you are "cheating", you are probably not enjoying it. When I do allow myself a treat, I eat it slowly and absolutely enjoy every bite. Just my opinion.

Janetr OKC

I have to disagree on this one. Life is about balance and for me, that means eating healthy most of the time and indulging in something "sinful" occasionally. I don't consume 5,000 calories on a cheat day, but I do have one yummy meal or one drink or one dessert. This does not in any way derail my progress. Instead, it allows me to continue with a healthy lifestyle that meets my physical and emotional needs. I am able to spend valuable time with friends or family without guilt, doing something that culturally (as humans) is bonding. In addition, the trainer that I admire and follow cheats occasionally on her own plan (as do every single one I've known) and she looks amazing. Were I not to cheat (and yes, I like that word because I never wish to be rigid in any aspect of my life) I would not - repeat NOT - be able to sustain a healthy diet.

I have to chime in... I think we all agree that to being on this journey with any degree of success, balance is needed. I think I shall always look at foods with a certain amount of "weighing in the portions, the fats, the sugar", you can't help but be more aware logging your food intake. I think looking at foods with a mindset that "every so often you have to indulge" or eat something "sinful" is a bit like giving yourself a out in committing to this fully. So, lets say I wish something sweet.....well I have Skinny Cow Mint Ice cream bars in the freezer. Lets say I want something salty....well I have the 100 calorie bags of microwavable popcorn. You can have your "vices" and not feel like you are back-pedaling. I think that my being imperfect with food choices is perfectly fine. Actually no one would even notice if each of us had "Cheat Days' unless we pipe it to everyone we see. So maybe its just a way for people to come clean with not being perfect.....ok lets just be human then. Maybe its people telling other people that they need approval to cheat...I don't know. hmmm that is my opinion so don't blast me... lol
Becca

:::::::::::: blastin annr, y, just cuz::::::::::::::::

Aw Pip....blast me anytime... And just so you all know. That was an awesome discussion! I might have said waaay too much that was on my mind, but hey, I'm a Gemini, I wear my heart on my sleeve and say what I mean and mean what I say. An open book...that's me. Went to a pizza place, and had a great salad bar, and a slice of pepperoni. The thing I regret was a soda. Oh, just shoot me now! I was in sooo much pain, agony, and downright pain from one blasted soda... Just crazy when you don't eat something, then you do. Wow...I listened to opera music for a while...curled up in my Momma's quilt, quietly moaning and rocking. Kind of like a mental patient. Husband and son knew well to steer clear of me all night. Today feeling better, but my innards are SORE! Crazy night.
Becca

My Dear Becca, so was that cheating, straying off the path, or just plain stupid??? Lol You know I'm just giving you grief cuz I love you.

Janetr okc

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Becca ... Carbonated beverages affected me so badly my doctor ordered a stress test because of the pains!!! (No cardiac problems) I consider them poison.

Beth

Yep Beth I believe it!! What hurt the most was that it was affecting my back. I thought maybe that I had stretched too much in the pool, but with my abdomen feeling like a brick, I knew it must have been the soda! I am officially off all sodas!!
Becca

beth so when does spring arrive in buffalo? I always feel like a fresh start when spring starts. I have been stalled myself where food and exercise are concerned but i keep on logging, i have not lost a single pound in a loooooong time but am going to stick to maintainence until i start the garden and some outdoor exercise.

Things are always tricky when we have other people to care for, gets overwhelming, yes?

Karen from ny

Hello everyone! I'm new to this group but so happy to see it! I'll be turning 50 in July. So, here we are then. 50. Okee dokee then.

Not sure about you all but all the hormonal changes I've been going through have really thrown a monkey wrench into the works for how I workout and eat. I've had to make major changes to stave of weight gain and a little pot belly.

So I've found some things that work for me like less cardio and more strength training. Also major dietary adjustments. What works for everyone else?

Thanks for sharing!!

Diane

Suzy wrote: no Hot Tamales, I don’t eat them often, but they are my favorite!!!

Thanks, Suzy! That wasn't Katla, that was me Penny at the North Pole. I was trying to find the name of those cinnamon flavored long skinny jellybean things but couldn't locate the name in my brain so I left it out.

Ooooh, yeah, Hot Tamales... Nope, nothing even remotely like them here.

Call me crazy but I love to see other people happy and succeeding .

Good Evening Ladies,

Mindy, a huge congrats on many fronts. First for the weight loss. Way to go!!! And then for doing such a good job of finding ways to cut expenses. The TV going seems a little extreme but hopefully that one won’t have to be permanent. We all do what we have to do but I hope you feel proud for the changes you’ve made. (((Hugs)))

CAN Cathy, I’m glad you have come through whatever was going on with you. Life often gets in the way of eating right but the main thing is to pick ourselves up and start again. Just never give up.

Nana, welcome. This is a great place for support and information when we aren’t going back and forth over semantics. LOL Good luck at the music camp and we look forward to getting to know you.

Heather, I agree that your DH is a keeper. My DH makes a great green salad. I don’t know why his turn out so much better than mine but glad he is willing to do it when I ask.

KJ, I admit that I like Whoppers too. Definitely not the relationship you have with them but those are the sorts of things I miss. When I think about it, I’m actually shocked that I don’t continue to lose weight because I used to eat terrible things like that all the time. I can take it or leave it when it comes to ice cream, pies , cake and cookies and lots of foods but I used to eat chips with lunch every day and cinnamon rolls for breakfast and a lot of high calorie meat. Just stopping eating those things should cause me to lose at least 2 or 3 pounds a week. Why isn’t that happening? It’s really ashamed it is so much easier to gain than lose. Glad you got a handle on that “thing” you have with Whoppers.

Heather, I love hearing you talk about the blue and purple people. Rofl

Sue, welcome back. Sorry about the virus but glad your puter is all well and back to useable.

Liz, welcome. There is always room for another “Cat Lady”. :_) Come often and this time don’t go away when you reach your goal. We love having the maintainers here!

Lenora, I love the list. Thanks for sharing. One of my many favorites is: Burn the candles, use the nice sheets, wear the fancy lingerie. Don't save it for a special occasion. Today is special.

Navybrat, it is amazing that it just takes one little something for our lightbulb to go off. Unfortunately, until it does, nothing anyone says will make a difference. I didn’t want to be fat…..I just didn’t want to have to work to be otherwise. Good for you and keep up the great work.

Anne, since you are so new on here I’m not sure if you are aware that I perform a special service when it’s requested. For those that do things like “eat a box of Girl Scout cookies” when it’s requested only, I will put on my “kickin’ boots” and give you a swift kick. Some of us actually think about if we have one of our friends from here sitting on our shoulder watching all that we eat. I mean, we know we shouldn’t eat it but if someone is watching closely it might be enough to help us stop. Just some info for you and the other newbies.

Katla, I hope you have good sailing weather!!!

Goria, wooo hoooo. Doing happy dance with you.

Joyce, so sorry for the beet mishap and the cold, yucky dog. Just a sweet memory for your BD? (((Hugs)))

Heather, thanks for reminding me of how I used to have to navigate in the bed. Picture a beached whale! It is so nice to finally be a manageable size and I still have so far to go.

Larisa, welcome! You are welcome to lurk as long as you want but when you finish that please tell us a little about yourself. This is a great place for support and information. We also ask that you sign each post with your name and a location, general or specific. Come often.

KJ, I love your guesses on NSV. I’m sure it’s been posted by now but in case it hasn’t it is “Non Scale Victory”. Anything over and above weight. All the great things we find about losing. North Shore Vacation doesn’t sound too bad!!!

Marcelyn, when did they open that gate from Houston? Are you traveling for business or pleasure? Hope it’s a good trip but don’t overdo on the enchiladas.

Beth, so glad to hear from you!!! You know we are here for a good Pity Party any time you need it. Got to do it to get through it, girl. Lean on us and we will all move forward. ((((Hugs))))

Kimses, congrats on winning $$. I’m not much of a gambler either but usually lose what I have allotted. Good to win and run!!

Diane, welcome. Oh just wait until you get 10 or 15 years older. It’s not for sissies but actually quite liberating for me. I’m lovin’ life. Come often and join right in.
to any Newbies that I missed. Come often and join in the chat. This thing works!! Please sign your post with what you want to be called. It makes it easier for us to respond to you. Also a location is great, be it specific or general. We are happy to have you join us.

DH and I are going out to the Moose Club tonight. This is our first Friday night there but my line dance teacher goes ever Friday night and they do lots of line dancing. Woo Hoo. I may get my new thinner butt out there for one or two, who knows? Thinking of all of you with love.

I hope all of you have a healthy and happy day. ]

Words I live by:
Savor. I have to slow down and savor every bite.
and
Opportunity. Each day offers new opportunities for good health and happiness if we just look for them and choose them.
I Love you,
DJ
Myrtle Beach, SC

Feel better today. I went to bed around 1 AM, didn't get to sleep until around 4 but woke up at 2 PM!!!!! But my fit bit still says I got a little over 7 hours of sleep. I had had my settings for the sleep at normal and I changed it to sensitive today and I will see how that changes how the fit bit actually detects if I am sleeping or just laying there being still. So I ate lunch a little after 2,at 4 PM DH is asking me what and what time supper was going to be. Gheesh! He did some laundry this morning and I am looking at a big pike of towels he put on a recliner in the living room for me to fold. He knows I like to fold a certain way and he folds it a different way so he washes and I fold. Works for me. He was so uncomfortable last night, just filled with so much gas was moaning. I got him to take a couple of his chewable Simethicone and it worked. But then he started watching tv around 3 AM and felt 'it' and just took off running to the bathroom. We had a BIG mess to clean up at 3:30 AM. But it relieved what was going on in his belly and he was able to get a little bit of decent sleep until the next diaria. I am wondering if it is time to get another C Diff test again to see if he has the bacteria in his colon again. If so they will do a colonoscopy and do a fecal transplant. Or maybe it's time for a big Cortisone regimine that takes a full month. It's a Big dose of oral cortisone.

Joyce, Indiana

So great to see all the new people. Welcome everyone.

To all of you who have shared your great news it lifts my spirit to hear about it all.

Sorry not responding to individuals but using my cell today so harder to read it all and remember what everyone has posted with no paper or pen to take notes.

Anne from Wisconsin