MISSION SLIMPOSSIBLES TEAM CHAT - JULY 2019
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nlalamin04 wrote: »I noticed many of you are also doing low carb, as am I. How many carb grams are aiming for in a day? I’m trying to stay under 100
I've been doing low carb since June and most days I try to keep my net carbs between 20 and 30 grams. But there are days when I might go as high as 75 to 100 grams. I find that the lower I go the more I weight I lose.
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nlalamin04 wrote: »I noticed many of you are also doing low carb, as am I. How many carb grams are aiming for in a day? I’m trying to stay under 100
I've been eating mostly low carb for about a year. At 60-100g my blood sugar and cholesterol are slowly creeping down but my weight doesn't budge. To see any movement on the scale I have to stay below 25g of net carbs but everyone's different.1 -
I am not particularly trying for low carb but I have my macros set for 30% carb 40% fat and 30% protein.0
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nlalamin04 wrote: »I noticed many of you are also doing low carb, as am I. How many carb grams are aiming for in a day? I’m trying to stay under 100
I've been eating mostly low carb for about a year. At 60-100g my blood sugar and cholesterol are slowly creeping down but my weight doesn't budge. To see any movement on the scale I have to stay below 25g of net carbs but everyone's different.
I, too, am doing 20 to 25 gms net carbs,1200 cal, and successfully added intermittent fasting (16:8) to help ‘unstall’ my weight loss. MFP is so helpful for tracking!!! And I pretty much avoid alcohol, even if it fits in my carbs and cals.2 -
@UTMom81 - Delightful to see you! Congratulations on losing weight during your Alaska vacation! Super impressive! ⛰️😊😊
@mrmcgrath - Welcome! I think @broncobuddee or @Kres567 can update your starting weight for the August challenge.
I also eat no sugar, no dairy, so happy to swap recipes if you are ever looking for something like that!
@TeresaW1020 - What a great day you had, especially with all you have going on! 🏠👍🏽
@tess5036 - Wow! Your big running events are coming up so soon! 🏃♀️🏃♀️🏃♀️ Sounds exciting and maybe a little nervous-making! 😬😊
@bethanie0825 - Plateaus are frustrating, but part of the process, aren't they! Keep up the great work you are doing! (If you are like me and not gaining, that means you are working and paying attention!)
@raleighgirl09 - {{ Remember the good, be the good and encourage others on their journey }} I love seeing this in your goals. It inspires me! 🗼⛰️👍🏽😊😊😊
@Jactop - Brilliant loss this week! ⚖️👍🏽
@Wishusdonna - I am impressed at your continuing to get your steps in most days. Keep doping what you need to do to take care of yourself. We are all here cheering you on. 🤗👍🏽😊
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Tuesday check-in
Calories under
Exercise weights, elliptical, and bike
I was pretty worn out from my Sunday hike so I cut back on my bike time. Hopefully I'll be able to go for a decent time tonight as I'll be away from my bike for 2 weeks. Food-wise is going good, I feel back on track. I'm trying to eat the rest of the healthier food in fridge before I leave tomorrow for my trip. I'm spending the night at a relative's and we leave for the airport the next morning. I'd love to continue weight loss while gone but realistically know maintenance is a better way to think. Have a great day everyone!1 -
bethanie0825 wrote: »I've had a couple of days away form the computer and the gym, but back to the grind.
Carbs; under
Water; over
Exercise; 45 mins spin, 30 mins Skillmill
Tomorrow; more running (yikes only 6 weeks til half marathon and 11 weeks to full one 😧)
You've got this! I tried to join the Workweek hustle too late this week and the challenge was full.
I'll set up a new one this evening 😁0 -
nlalamin04 wrote: »I noticed many of you are also doing low carb, as am I. How many carb grams are aiming for in a day? I’m trying to stay under 100
I'm low carb, well, full keto atm with under 20g carbs a day.1 -
Tess5036 what do you eat to stay at under 20 grams?0
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tess5036 what do you eat to stay under 20 grams of carbs?
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nlalamin04 wrote: »tess5036 what do you eat to stay under 20 grams of carbs?
I eat a varied diet, including meat and fish, cream, cheese, eggs, pate, nuts, avocado, a lot of salads and green veg, cauliflower, and many other low carb veggies. No bread, pasta, potatoes etc. 2 -
Tuesday check in
Carbs; under
Water; over
Exercise; 70 mins treadmill intervals, 60 mins spin
Tomorrow; more0 -
Weekly Weigh-In
Day- Tuesday
Username - bethanie0825
Previous - 232.8
Current - 234
Same 2-3 lbs week after week. I'm just gonna keep going, it's gotta budge sometime lol
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Is it possible to skip this weeks weigh in and just go with last weeks weight? I don’t think I can emotionally handle TOM weight right now. 😢5
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Daily post for Monday
Track: yes
Calories: yes, under
Water: yes 100+ oz
Exercise: yes walking cleaning weight training2 -
Yesterday I had free cinema tickets to go see Midsommar, so as it was also too hot to cook made it a bargain pizza and ice cream night too... so feeling spoiled and the calorie overspend shows it, but a good night, and the sleep is not too bad considering we got woken up by giant hailstones, thunder and lightning.
I hear we have our hottest day in the UK on record coming up, so might be a good time to get into salad.
Steps 12711 - but most of them were done at work to be honest.3 -
Wishusdonna wrote: »Yesterday I had free cinema tickets to go see Midsommar, so as it was also too hot to cook made it a bargain pizza and ice cream night too... so feeling spoiled and the calorie overspend shows it, but a good night, and the sleep is not too bad considering we got woken up by giant hailstones, thunder and lightning.
I hear we have our hottest day in the UK on record coming up, so might be a good time to get into salad.
Steps 12711 - but most of them were done at work to be honest.
It doesn't matter where the steps were done, you still did them!2 -
bethanie0825 wrote: »Weekly Weigh-In
Day- Tuesday
Username - bethanie0825
Previous - 232.8
Current - 234
Same 2-3 lbs week after week. I'm just gonna keep going, it's gotta budge sometime lol
Yes, that does sound like normal fluctuations, fingers crossed for you that you have a woosh soon2 -
saresimsr36 wrote: »Hi all, after a couple of weeks of working with MFP IT, I finally can access the community again. I already requested to be on the cheersquad this month due to my community inactivity, but I'll be ready to be back in action next month!
Great news!1 -
leonadixon wrote: »Can anyone offer insight to the group and how the setup is, please? I really do need some friends and the support, so anyone who will add me, please, please do!
I have lost and gained weight my whole life. I lost about 60 pounds about 6 years ago over a couple years of hard work and have since gained 50 back. My knee is no good with arthritis and had surgery on my foot for a nasty heel spur. I am having a really difficult time getting back on track. I know my knee will be better with some weight off and I want to be more active with my family. My goal is to lose the 50 pounds (more ideally) and KEEP it off! I can't seem to get to the next 5 pounds though. Just a little about me and I am excited to be here!
Welcome to the group! You’re gonna love it here. I will send you a friend request in a few minutes, and I’m sure others in the group will as well. To me, the magic of this group happens though by coming here to this forum every day to read and respond to the posts of other members. It’s also very helpful to do the little daily “Check In” posts that you’ll see. There is a general format, but feel free to make it what you need it to be. We share the good days and the bad days here. The encouragement and support you’ll find here has been incredibly important to my own weight loss journey. Remember, this is a lifestyle change, not a diet. It takes time, but it does work if you work it.
I agree with @UTMom81 - I’ve been a little MIA these past several weeks and it shows in my results. I’m going on vacation for a couple of weeks beginning Saturday I’m going to work on my focus while I’m away.0 -
Weekly Weigh-In
Username: Fleetwood1
Weigh in week: Week 4 of July
Weigh in day: Wednesday
Previous Weight: 256.4
Today's Weight: 256.2
Feeling bloated this morning. Had my share of salty foods yesterday, including beef jerky. I will need to watch that.2 -
Hi everyone! I am Michelle and will be joining the challenge in August. A little about me...I am 42, married with two kids (1 in college the other in high school). 5 years ago I was diagnosed with an autoimmune disorder called Transverse Myelitis. I was blessed by that I never lost my ability to walk but I did loose a measurable amount of mobility. I was only able to walk slowly for 10 minutes at a time before my legs would go numb. I did let the disorder define me for a few years and then I had enough. I am now currently back to the gym doing cardio and strength training 1 to 2 times a week and the rest of the days are spent doing swimming and water aerobics. I recently visited an acupuncturist who is doing wonders for the symptoms of my disorder. And I am in the process of changing my diet to paleo/Autoimmune protocol. I have cut out grains and recently dairy to see if this is causing my inflammation. As well, I only get sugar from fruits and honey. (Well, most times anyways).
I do have a question regarding the challenge. I submitted my starting weight as of Friday but I am hoping that decreases before the August challenge begins. Is there a way to update the starting weight closer to August 1st?
I found your introduction so inspiring! Thank you for sharing - so pleased you are part of the team! I will have a look at the spreadsheet and see when you can update your weight.0 -
bethanie0825 wrote: »raleighgirl09 wrote: »Question - is there a registration page for August? I want to pass along to someone!
https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10754679/aug-2019-fat2fit-weight-loss-challenge-support-group-registration-page#latest
Thank you so much for sharing the link @bethanie0825!0 -
Monday weigh in
Last week 132
This week 134
Calories under
Exercise hiking, water walking
I'm not upset about my weight, I'm real bloated right now so at least I know why it's up. Camping was fun, I hiked up a mountain and survived! I managed to eat well aside of lunch while hiking, we had sandwiches and pretzels. I'd been trying out cutting back on protein a bit and switching dairy/meat with plant protein, but my workouts have been harder lately so I need to at least try more protein again. That's been the hardest to keep up as I never used to eat any and now it's at every meal and snack.
I'm going to be gone the next two weeks and am unsure I'll be able to weigh in, is this a problem? If the gym there has a scale I'll weigh in.
You are doing great! I won’t be able to weigh in for the next two weeks either. I’ll check with the moderators on how to handle this.2 -
Wishusdonna wrote: »Yesterday I had free cinema tickets to go see Midsommar, so as it was also too hot to cook made it a bargain pizza and ice cream night too... so feeling spoiled and the calorie overspend shows it, but a good night, and the sleep is not too bad considering we got woken up by giant hailstones, thunder and lightning.
I hear we have our hottest day in the UK on record coming up, so might be a good time to get into salad.
Steps 12711 - but most of them were done at work to be honest.
It doesn't matter where the steps were done, you still did them!
Exactly! And even your lower days are higher than my best! You have always been a Step Machine!0 -
fleetwood1 wrote: »Weekly Weigh-In
Username: Fleetwood1
Weigh in week: Week 4 of July
Weigh in day: Wednesday
Previous Weight: 256.4
Today's Weight: 256.2
Feeling bloated this morning. Had my share of salty foods yesterday, including beef jerky. I will need to watch that.
You are having a solid month! Good job!2
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