WOMEN AGES 50 + FOR JANUARY 2019
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janetr7476 wrote: »Hmmm I typed a long, boring post and when I tried to post it I got a message saying that option is not available.
Janetr OKC
PS Oh sure it took the short, sweet note lol
Did you put numbers into your longer post?
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janetr7476 wrote: »Hmmm I typed a long, boring post and when I tried to post it I got a message saying that option is not available.
Janetr OKC
PS Oh sure it took the short, sweet note lol
Did you put numbers into your longer post?
I had put in numbers for my average daily caloric intake.
Janetr OKC0 -
Well I'm back again - it is 472nd time lucky isn't it? Actually this time it has to work, my weight is starting to have a significant impact on my health and I am not going to let the chocolate win this time! On the positive side my husband has also had a wake-up call and although he is underweight now needs to eat a healthy diet (so no more of him suggesting dinner out every night).
I am going to lose 1 stone by valentine's day.
My word for the year is planning - when I plan and buy the ingredients for a weeks worth of healthy meals it is easy, it's when I have to get creative that I struggle
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janetr7476 wrote: »janetr7476 wrote: »Hmmm I typed a long, boring post and when I tried to post it I got a message saying that option is not available.
Janetr OKC
PS Oh sure it took the short, sweet note lol
Did you put numbers into your longer post?
I had put in numbers for my average daily caloric intake.
Janetr OKC
That might be why you couldn't post.1 -
cariwaldick wrote: »For the runners on here, how do you get started? Have you always been runners, or did you have to work up to it? Any advice for a beginner? I'll be honest, running is something I've never been able to do, even when I was a kid. I joined the track team in fifth grade, but the only thing I was good at was sprinting. I'm too short for the jumps and hurdles, and longer distances left me gasping for air long before the finish line. Everyone in my family smoked--except me--so I think my lungs were poisoned from the beginning. A facebook friend is talking about doing a 5k in March, and I'd like to be able to join in. I doubt I'll be able to run it, but I should be able to manage a brisk walk or slow jog if I get start working up to it now.
Go for it, girl!
I'm not a life-long runner. I didn't start running voluntarily until I was 26, after the birth of my second child. At the time, we lived in Norwich, England, beside a tiny lake with a dirt path along the shore, and lots of people ran there. I bought my very first jogging shoes (which were made of actual leather and weighed a ton!) and set out to try to join the runners.
It was only about a mile around that lake, but it took weeks before I was able to run all the way. The reason is that I started out running as if I was trying to catch a bus - the only way I'd ever run. But that was too fast. If you were a sprinter as a child, I think you're at heightened risk of making the same mistake. As Machka wrote:
The biggest trick I'll give you for the running is this: slow down.
It doesn't make sense at first, but when you do that, you'll discover you can run distances. And do a run/walk. Slow run for 10 or 15 minutes, then walk for a couple minutes, slow run again, and so on.
I've been running (or biking) off and on ever since. I ran my first half-marathon at age 60 and hope to run my third come June.
One last piece of advice: if you're the least bit nerdy (like me), consider investing in a device that will track your runs for you. Then you can look back at your results and see how much you've achieved. My GPS device maps my route and tracks distance, speed, steps per minute, heartrate, calories burned and all kinds of stuff. If you don't want to spend money on a dedicated device, even a simple phone app will do. Runkeeper, Strava, Track Runner, Endomondo - they can all track route, distance and speed. Good luck!
/Penny at the
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I have been jogging on the treadmill in intervals, walking for a 1/4 mile lap and then jogging for about half that, then back to walking, I do this for 2 or 3 miles. But this week back to work has responsibilities and errands that are keeping me away from the treadmill which is a bummer. I will be back to a more regular schedule by the weekend which makes me happy. I'm keen to get back to it
Beth love your new profile pic! Fasting from 7PM to 8AM working so far.
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One last piece of advice: if you're the least bit nerdy (like me), consider investing in a device that will track your runs for you. Then you can look back at your results and see how much you've achieved. My GPS device maps my route and tracks distance, speed, steps per minute, heartrate, calories burned and all kinds of stuff. If you don't want to spend money on a dedicated device, even a simple phone app will do. Runkeeper, Strava, Track Runner, Endomondo - they can all track route, distance and speed. Good luck!
/Penny at the
I'm a Strava user ... for both cycling and running. And sometimes walking too.
Machka in Oz
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On my Strava today ...
My ride today ... with my husband ...
And my little run today ... by myself ...
Machka in Oz
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Good Thursday! I am only on page 7, have ri get ready for work. But.....
I now have real internet! No longer hot spot from phone!
Last update about Aubrey was yesterday afternoon, her BP stayed good all night and they didn't need to use the "pacer" either. Not sure what that is? I know she has a long way to go but loving the good news on our little fighter.
Welcome to the new folks!
Thank you for the continued prayers!
Great job on all the successes!
Keep our heads up!
Kylia in maybe see sunshine today Ohio6 -
Kylia GLAD - Grateful Learned Achieved Delighted - I like that. I've not done a gratitude journal, but that mnemonic would make it simple to get started. Changing it up a bit for this morning, I am Grateful that I Learned about little Aubrey, and Delight in her Achievement of making it through the first few days of life after a precarious start.
Penny No!!!...I believe I speak for the group when I say we hang on every word you write. Your posts are such a treat. I want to hear about EVERYTHING you do (well...almost everything). You are the antithesis of boastful. I so enjoy the generous glimpses into your fascinating life.
Machka 8 pm-12 MN in Tasmania is 4 am-8 am on the East coast. Just sayin'...
Lisa Brilliant. A drafting table. Yes! I hope it works for you.
@dauchsmom Is your non-alcoholic cirrhosis caused by fatty liver? I am guessing it is. People don't realize how dangerous fatty liver is. Sounds like you are managing well.
Are you looking for all kinds of retro recipes?
Allie Good luck with new boss man.
Pip Boring?
Barbara AHMOD I love that you brought up the procrastinating thing. My word for the year is Serenity, but my action goal for the year has to do with conquering procrastination. I am procrastinating about pinning it down exactly.
Blood Types Rori broached the subject...with the discussion about blood types, may I just put in a plug for the Red Cross and encourage everyone who is able, to donate blood?
Save a life...and find out your blood type for free!
Karen in Virginia, ABO/Rh (blood type) O-5 -
I know we're 9 pages in, but this is what I did in December. In January, I'd like to do a bit more of the exercise stuff.Machka9 wrote:December Totals
Walking Distance (km): 135.6
Walking Time (min): 1520.8
Cycling Distance (km): 145.6
Cycling Time (min): 580.0
Stairs Climbed Number: 93.0
Stairs Climbed Time (min): 74.4
Other Distance: 4.0
Other Time: 94.0
Totals
Total Distance (km): 285.2
Total Distance (miles): 177.2
Total Time (min): 2269.2
Total Time (hr): 37:49:09
I also completed my 4th uni course, took on an extra job at work, attended medical appointments for me or my husband just about every week day, and, at last, started a holiday from it all.2 -
Word for 2019 is CONSISTENCY
I had another think about this. I think my word this year will be CHOICE. I will then choose a different word every month. So CONSISTENCY is the word for January.
Skimmed the first 7 pages 😂 😂 😂
I think I am destined to be behind.
IRISH TERRI5 -
Good morning all! Happy Thursday! I don't know why I still feel a kind of release at the end of the week (toward Friday), even though I work the weekend. My body still just says "Ahhh! Almost the weekend!" Then when Monday comes I look forward to that, like it is a new beginning or a do-over; even though it is kind of a continuance of a long work streak. Oh well, weird, but I will take it. Yesterday was my first day back to work after having 9 days off over the holidays. 18 hour work day. I am feeling it this morning! It is going to take me a while to get back into the swing of this. More coffee is needed!
Baby Nora starts today! She is three months and she will come only on Tuesdays and Thursdays (because Grace is at school on those days) for now. She will be here full time in the fall, when Grace begins full weeks at school. So...I am starting 2019 with Rowan age 4, Jackson age 3, Harrison age 3, Grace age 3, Stella age 1 1/2, James age 1, and Nora age 3 months. Plus Trentin age 7 is with me on weekends and evenings. Sounds like a lot; but they really are a good group of kids.
All of this talk about running is getting my endorphins going. I really need to up my walking game (a faster pace than what I walk when I am with the kids) so that I can begin running again. I am almost afraid to put into words "I want to make running my goal this year", because I feel like I already have a lot on my plate. BUT...I know if I could do this, it would be such a stress reliever and mood lifter for me. We will see...
Beth- I love your new profile picture!
Ooops! Lots of interruptions and I ran out of time. Kids are here and eating breakfast. Nora gave me a blow out within her first five minutes here! lol Gotta go! Love to you all and I will hopefully get a chance to hop on at nap time and chat a bit more. ttfn xoxoxo KJ (Kelly)
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Thank you, Barbie for starting the thread.
It is so good to read all the posts from the core of this thread. I realize now how much I missed you all and needed to keep up with this. Even if I don’t post myself, reading every day will be important to maintaining a connection with this community of very inspiring women.As with all projects we take on in this house...it became more than what we thought. lol It's like pulling the loose thread in the sweater. It just keeps unraveling. KJ (Kelly)
Kelly I know exactly what you mean. I came down to the basement on Christmas Eve to a laundry tub full of black water. I thought that a sock may have found its way from the washing machine to the tub and clogged in the bottom of the tub and the dye ran. No such luck. Then tried to use a snake....No luck. Called a friend who does this sort of thing professionally ( very good friend as you can imagine- it was Christmas Eve) to lend a hand. Long story short- It was not a problem from the washing machine. It was the outside drain pipe backup into the house. The drain pipe was very old ( cast iron) and was no longer doing its job. To make things worse, the water lines were no longer in code and neither was the drain in the basement leading to the main drain from the house. Sooooo. This friend and I have been working on this in his spare time.
As if this wasn't bad enough, my toilet backed up around 12:30 a.m. on Christmas. It took me until 2:30 a.m. to get it running properly. Someone must have thrown something in it that did not belong like a so called "flushable" product. Grrr.. So, Kelly, you have my complete understanding.
Katie and Heather and Carol in GA and Cheri and Janet in OKC It has been quite a while since I was on the MFP site and your “new to me” pictures are fabulous. WOW! You have all worked so hard.
Kylia Sending fairy wings to help your little Aubrey soar
Katla It is great that you are still riding. You are an inspiration. Being able to ride again is what is motivating me to work at physical therapy and follow doctors’ orders and treatment plan. If I ever meet the person who hit me…
Penny The running gear is fabulous! I always loved hearing about life near the North Pole. The work is so important to our understanding of how the earth works and our collective effect on Mother Nature.
Machka I realize now, too late, that taking care of myself was the first, and most important, task to taking care of someone else. Please don’t lose yourself.
Michele Planks will be one of my PT goals
2019 Personal Goals
No personal goals kept in 2018 unless one counts replacing the roof down to the rafters as keeping a goal. Although at the very end of 2017, my book was published. It was highly technical so don’t expect to see it at Barnes & Noble, although available on Amazon. Isn’t everything available on Amazon?
1. Lose 25 pounds
2. Complete P. T. and get back on horses by end of year
3. Exercise every day
4. Use new verilux® every morning
5. Take a one-day vacation every month
6. Restart Ph.D.
7. One-year shopping ban (does not include home maintenance or repairs)
8. Preventive renovation of plumbing in kitchen and bathroom before they fail
9. Replace basement windows
2019 Word: Acceptance. It is time to realize that I cannot change anyone else but that I can change how I react to others.
CJ- Back again and grateful for all of the wonderful women in this community.
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Hello Ladies!
For the new ladies, I would suggest popping in every day here. It not only makes it easier to keep up with the conversation, but it is also a good habit to help with your weight loss efforts. No matter what plan you've decided on, this little bit of checking in with other like-minded people is a positive reinforcement. You DID something even if it is just thinking and talking about good health. It makes a difference for me.
NYKaren... Yay on fasting from 7p-8a! I was able to hold to the 19 hours yesterday even after getting up hungry. In fact, I forgot about my window of eating and started later than I had anticipated. I think some of my morning grumbling is more like "clock hunger." I'm experiencing it again this morning, but ignoring it.
And, as of this morning, I've lost 3.5 pounds since starting the intermittent fasting on 12/30. Water? Of course. But I'll take it.
Beth near Buffalo9 -
Alison, I’m doing KETO at my doctor’s advice. Dietdoctor.com has a lot of videos available. Take the free month then cancel the membership. Lots of good info on LCHF (KETO) diet. I’m aiming for 20 to 50 grams of net carbs a day. I’m not hungry at all on this diet. So good thing there!
RV Rita
Rita - way to go! I just checked out the Dietdoctor.com website - so much great information about lower carb eating and intermittent fasting - the 16:8. Thank you so much for sharing it!
I just read information by Valter Longo (he's a pretty well-known researcher on water fasting and fasting mimicking.) He said that going over 13 hours without food raises the probability of gallstones by 5%. I need to get his book from the library and see where he's going with this. Seems to me it has so many benefits that fasting is worth doing for longer than 13 hours for a while and that's a low risk. I think many of us said "adios" to our gallbladders already.
Learning how to ignore hunger pains was an eye opener for me when I'd fast 12 - 16 hours or more. And realizing how much eating I was doing just out of boredom.
Certainly, every doctor and expert I've read says that at least 12 hour breaks are great for our brains and of course kicking on some fat-burning and autophagy = getting rid of old dead cells.
Have a good day, ladies. I have Physical Therapy at 8 and it will be interesting to see what new torture device she's come up with, lol.
Lanette
Rainy and chilly SW WA State3 -
cariwaldick wrote: »Felicia--For a week in Cancun, I'd gladly leave the kids. I left mine a time or two when they were the ages of your youngest two. Lots of checking in, and talking to both of them. Hope you have a great time. Your pup is seriously cute. I read about an issue dachshunds have when they do a lot of jumping to get up on laps and furniture. I forget the specifics, but vets don't have a lot of success in treating it. A friend took on the challenge of treating hers, rather than opting for the expensive surgery with uncertain results. She was advised that giving the dog total rest and immobility for a certain time would reverse the condition. She carried the dog so it didn't walk, crated the dog, and babied it as much as she could. It was successful, but it took a lot of time and attention.
Pip and Heather--Thanks for the responses. I don't know the first thing about running, and I do only casual bike riding. I never would have thought of running, but I never imagined I could lose this weight either. I should have thirty years before my warranty runs out, so I'm not going to say I can't run--at least not until I've tried. Tonight I got a basket, bell, and water bottle holder for the new bike. It's adorable! I'm looking into something to count the miles, so I can meander through our little park and know how far I've gone.
Yvonne--Some chow traits are possessiveness and a guard dog mentality, slow warming to strangers, and aloofness. They're a bit like cats in how they treat people. Our vet believes they're often aggressive. Vader is almost always within ten feet of me. If I'm on the computer, he's sleeping in the room with me. He's most definitely MY dog--or I'm his person. He likes my husband better--he's the treat giver--but he's totally devoted to me. He's snapped a time or two, but he was surprised when we tried to grab him from behind to give him a bath. He didn't connect. He's extremely careful not to bite. He'll take a treat from your fingers like he's playing Operation. He growls when strangers get too close to him, and barks when he doesn't know who's getting close to me. If he'd walk on a leash and was a bit friendlier, he'd be the perfect dog.
I'm not sure where you are in Texas, but we've had rain all day, and it's supposed to snow tomorrow. Then by Friday it'll get warm again. The cold is just a reminder that bugs are dying--yay. The years we've been here without a good cold snap, those critters were bad the following summer.
Welcome Nicoladams--63 lbs in 6 months is a tall order. I've lost 69 in 5 months, but it takes constant vigilance and dedication. I'm also pretty certain the next five months won't be as fast and easy. You don't need luck, so I'll wish you awareness instead. There's no magic pill, and it's all in your power no matter what age you are.
Enough--one of the things I love about this group, is that it's not all about diet and exercise. As someone pointed out, we talk about everything, because some of these issues can cause us to medicate and comfort ourselves with food. I'm sorry life threw you curveballs, but it's good to have you here.
SueBDew--if that cute pup was one of my visitors, they'd have to leave without her. Good word choice.
Katla--I love sweet potatoes, but these were anything but healthy. They had added sugar, butter, a streusel topping AND marshmallows. I actually had some success growing them in my little raised bed last year. I saved the ends I trimmed from a couple, and grew the starts in water. I got about half a dozen sweet potatoes that way.
Cari
If u have a smart phone u can download the free app Strava. It will tell u how fast and far u go4 -
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Very rainy, LOVE riding in the rain 🌧2
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