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Welcome Barbie.! I was curious about the 20 days of meals you have planned. Did you find meal plans or did you come up with your own recipes and figure out calories, portions, etc?
I think my husband and I do alright with meals, but we can always do better and it's good to have more variety. My real problem are my cravings for sweets, breads, etc. that is the problem.0 -
Welcome Barbie.! I was curious about the 20 days of meals you have planned. Did you find meal plans or did you come up with your own recipes and figure out calories, portions, etc?
I think my husband and I do alright with meals, but we can always do better and it's good to have more variety. My real problem are my cravings for sweets, breads, etc. that is the problem.
My husband craves variety and I could eat the same meals almost every day if necessary so that's been a challenge for us. We agreed that we'd like to have meals that fill us up rather than entertain us. We started with the suggestions for Isagenix----a very limited choice, but designed to make satisfying 600 calorie or less meals. fish, chicken, turkey, broccoli, spinach, asparagus, green beans, salad (spinach, tomato,carrot, onion, radish). I learned quickly that sauces, bread, breading, potatoes, and pasta have too many calories. i love canned vegetables but gave them up because of the high sodium. We have eggs in moderation because of the cholesterol. The great thing for us so far is that we are both determined to lose weight and have made it a priority. We talk about what we're going to eat the next day and shop together sometimes. somebody said "nothing tastes as good as thin feels" and I bring that to mind when I'm missing bread.
We're doing this one day at a time so we don't have to think about a lifetime without ice cream.0 -
I'm 49 but postmenopausal with over 50 pounds to lose. So I'm thinking this group of ladies might have more in common with my weight loss challenges than others. See my profile for more details. So far I've been at MFP for a week and lost 5 pounds.0
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Hi Sue,
:flowerforyou: Glad to have you. My
heart goes out to you. I believe this site is great for support.
Every morning, I wake up and have to tell myself that being positive and healthy is the best way. My hubby works the night shift so this computer is my virtual person most mornings. So I love to see new people. I can't wait till he retires. (Maybe next year
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I have really just started to exercise, and at times it is very difficult but when I log in I just feel like I have to be accountable. Plus, I want to be healthy enough to enjoy retirement with my husband. With this site I can make a jump start and learn how to live healthy now. I'm a slow learner.:grumble:
So Good Morning:flowerforyou: to all my friends and thank you for all your support.
I'm going to start a little more strength training today. I have been doing 1 1/2 hours cardio and 15 min of strength training this week. So, I'm going to step up the strength.
I got that Biggest Loser Boot Camp DVD. (:flowerforyou: Thanks Healthier4Me for the advice) My problem is fitting it in. I know big excuse huh.:noway: My scale has been fluctuating between 4 lbs. up and down even with exercising. I am not changing my ticker until St. Pat's Day (Good or Bad) is will change it. Gee, I hope it stays the same
Well, all have a great Morning. I will check in when I have lunch. :drinker: (Salad of course) :bigsmile:
:flowerforyou: Kathy0 -
Good Morning, Everyone, :flowerforyou:
I got on my bike and completed 27 minutes -- still having issues with my sciatica, but the exercise seems to help it more than irritate it . . . . so I'll just keep pedalling away! My problem is that I am allowing myself to become victim to my scale . . . help! Does anyone have suggestions on how to get away from wanting to weigh-in "every" morning?
Sue: I had the same surgery in '98 and gained 30 extra lbs. -- emotional eating, ugh! However, I can't totally blame my weight gain on that. I just never watched what I ate and didn't exercise. Great job on your first "5". One day at a time, one step at a time. Hugs.
Kathy: You're awesome! Let me know how your BLBC DVD works out for you -- that is one of my favorites shows this year!
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Sorry Angel, I am a slave to my scale. However, I use to get really upset if it did not move. Now, I still feel bad but I know that it has a lot to do with water weight. That is why I am not going to change my ticker until St. Pat's Day. In other words my official weight will be once a month.
I just love to chart my weight and see how i was last year at this time. I try to see the patterns and analyze the progress. I like to see that I am heading down and I am in better shape then I was I year ago. The way I am going I will look fantastic by the time I'm 55:laugh:
Oh well, Now I am going to put my ipod in my ears, get motivated and head to the gym. Weight training today. Cardio for sure
:explode: Sometimes does anyone have a hard time exercising alone. I do at times. I'm a people person. So, I find it hard to be alone so much during the week. Oh Well,
Have a great morning all.
:flowerforyou: Kathy0 -
Kathy, I agree. Would be SO much easier to e=have an exercise buddy. I would defintely do more if I was meeting someone every day.
I'm still taking it easy - afraid of doing more damage than good. For now, I'm going to try to just get stuff done around the house. That will have to suffice for exercise. Anyway, I have my oldest son coming home for 2 nights so I'm looking forward to that (except working on his taxes). I also want to make one of his favorite meals, etc
Have a great day all.
Zaza0 -
We had so many signs of spring here that it was a terrible shock to wake up this morning and find six inches of snow on the ground. I walked the dogs but all they did was play. They completely forgot that the 7 AM walk was for "doing business". Now they are hounding me to go out for real.
I go to line dance classes three mornings a week and that's even better than an exercise buddy. I don't think I'd do well exercising alone all the time. We have a Nordic Track stationary bike and hand weights in our living room so I can exercise at home with my favorite DVR recorded TV show.
There's an old story about a 5 year old who was showing his friend around his house. When they got to the bathroom the friend pointed to the scale and asked what it was. The host said, "I don't know what it is, but my mom gets on it every morning and gets really mad".
I weigh myself several times a day even though I know that the wisest thing to do to track weight loss is to weigh weekly or monthly. The scale reminds me that my weight is such that I can't allow myself to backslide into any of my old destructive behaviors. My weight generally varies by as much as 4 pounds during the day but since it still doesn't say 130, I just keep on doing what I'm doing and redoubling my effort to do better.0 -
Good Morning
It is so nice to see so many others joining our group. Warmest welcome to the new members that have joined us:flowerforyou: We may be from all different parts of the country but definitely we have so much in common. I believe that having a support system is so very helpful. We can learn so much from one another.
I do not have an exercise buddy so I look to this site and in particular this group to keep motivated. I so agree that as each year goes by that it is definitely more challenging to keep the weight from finding a pernament home in my caboose!! However, having said that since I started my new lifestyle changes I know my body is healthier and I feel myself getting stronger everyday. I look forward to exercising everyday that I can since I know that is what has and will keep me the healthiest.
Kathy, I am so glad that you like the Biggest Loser Bootcamp DVD...it has become my favourite workout. I started out with 5 lb weights and for the past 2 weeks I have been using 8 lb ones...soon I will move up to the 10 lb ones:happy: It is amazing the muscle tone that I have developed:bigsmile: I have learned to embrace my different exercise routines and am constantly looking for new ways to challenge my body.
The scale is a challenge for me too:grumble: Initially I dropped weight consistently and for the last 1-2 mths I am staying the same...but the difference is the definition in all of my body. I am driven to keep going because of this. I know that when the nice weather is here I will have more strength and vitality to kick it up even more outside and then maybe the scale will cooperate. I am not going to let the scale control me:noway: So my advice for those struggling to get on track with exercise is to just keep at it, do what you can and push yourself a little more (without hurting yourself) if you can:flowerforyou: I too have to be so careful because of ongoing medical issues but I do what I can. After all we are all way toooooo young to give in yet, right?????:blushing:
Hugs and:flowerforyou: to all0 -
Good morning. I can't believe that I woke up to snow today. It was 50 degrees yesterday and today it's snowing here in the NW! Weird weather this year!
I have my annual appointment tomorrow and have been putting it off for quite a while because I didn't want to go in and get weighed! I'm wondering if the doctor will mention my weight. I have gained since the last appointment and I'm frustrated that I can't seem to get my act together. So...this thread is so important to me. I sometimes just read without posting to get some encouragement.
Hope you all have a great day. We need to remember that we are doing this for ourselves and no one else can do it for us. (darn) We need to keep these temples healthy
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Good evening everyone. I hope you all had a good day. I had a good day got up and did my 4 mile walk,I dont weigh in until next monday. I feel like I have lost a litte. I pray that I did. Keep up the good work, :flowerforyou:
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Good evening everyone. I hope you all had a good day. I had a good day got up and did my 4 mile walk,I dont weigh in until next monday. I feel like I have lost a litte. I pray that I did. Keep up the good work, :flowerforyou:
Carol
Way to go Carol:flowerforyou: I just got back from an hour+ walk outside and it sure feels great doesn't it? Just keep working away at it...we can all get tthrough this together I hope tonite I can get another workout done with the Biggest Loser Bootcamp DVD. 0 -
Good Evening All,
Looks like we are all doing well. I had a great work out. Did my cardio and really felt great doing the weight training. I'm Very glad. I am feeling that I have more stamina. :bigsmile: When I do my house work, I don't seem to get so tired. :bigsmile: :bigsmile:
I just got through making stuffed cabbage for tomorrow. I will freeze the rest, my husband is not a left over person. :explode: I am. You know who wins. :frown: . It was from this site.
The Link is below From: Fitness_Chick
Topic: yummy crock pot cabbage rolls
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/41025-yummy-crock-pot-cabbage-rolls?hl=crockpot+stuffed+cabbage#posts-421282
I have made it before and it is very good. A little work but it was worth it.
So glad to see so many new faces.
Keep up the fight
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Hello everyone sounds like we are all determined despite the scale.
I played tennis this morning took my dog for a walk this afternoon and plan a little treadmill work this evening. I am like everyone else trying to do what I can to increase my metabolism. I really do hate that it slows down so much after 47 for me. I am now 52 and it is so Slow:sad: Oh well I plan to keep on entering my food and exercise for how ever long it takes to get the weight off. Then I plan to still keep track so I don't gain this 20 stinkng pounds back. This is great to have a place to encourage and be encouraged and just express your feelings.
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:drinker: Good Morning All,
Yes, I agree, the scale is not a friend. I am also going to continue to work hard at exercising and that is it. Even though I so want the scale to go down and stay. However, I know that is how it works. I have been on here for just about one year and I have fluctuated most ot the time like a roller coaster.
I just keep telling myself I started in the 190's and now I am playing with the 160's. Not a fast apse but it is going in the direction I need it to be going.
I love this site just to let off some steam when I feel I may lose it again. The support is fantastic.
Well, I'm going to the gym with my husband this morning. :noway: (He will be 62 in april) He has only used the treadmill and finds it hard on his ankles and knees. I am going to show him how to use the elliptical. It's nice we are working on our health together. With not knowing how health care will be, I want to be in the best shape during the "blissful" part of my life "retirement". (I'm still not sold on that part):noway:
I'm apprehensive the way the economy is at this point. :ohwell:
Sorry about the negativity. I'm just rambling.
:flowerforyou: :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou: Swiss I know your surgery is soon so please take care and check in.
Well, all have a great Morning, hope to see you
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Good morning all from windy West Texas! Today is my weekly weigh and measure day. Since last Friday I have lost 3 pounds and 2 1/2 inches in my abdomen. Honestly I am more concerned about what the tape measure says than the scale. This makes day 9 of counting calories for me and last night I did something I have never done before....
Yesterday I went shopping with my SiL and she wanted to stop at a coffee shop and get a treat. (You know how many calories are in those things!!!! :noway: Anyway I opted for what I thought would be a healthier choice and got a green tea "real fruit" smoothie. OMG!!! Turns out the thing had 370 calories in it! When I added it to what I had already eaten that day even a garden salad with lemon juice for dressing for supper was going to put me over the top so....
FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER, I went ahead and made my supper salad the way I like it with Ranch dressing, dried cranberries and a boiled egg. THEN I looked to see how many calories I needed to burn to work it off and took a walk with my dog.
I felt so energized and jazzed for outsmarting that smoothie that I think I walked taller and faster than ever before. I didn't even have to remind myself to tuck my tummy! Turns out I walked long enough to earn an orange for a snack. But since I didn't feel hungry I didn't eat it. Today I'm feel empowered!
SAW THIS JOKE IN READER'S DIGEST AND IT HIT CLOSE TO HOME: The wife asked her husband, "Want to walk around the block with me?" He replied, "Why? I'm already here."
I too have a husband who thinks its grand that I want to do something about my weight, but insists that he gets "enough" exercise at work. (His BMI is in the same range as mine.) I get tired of walking and exercising alone, but we live out in the country and it just doesn't make sense to drive all the way into town to have someone to walk with. So I'm thankful to have this online group to spur me on. Exercising alone stinks, doesn't it!0 -
Good Morning, Everyone, -- It's a little chilly this mornin' in Michigan but not as chilly as it is going to get later on . . . . you have to love the north to live here! Well, I rode my bike this morning and am feeling pretty good right now -- 9.72 miles. I would like to begin adding some light weight training but I don't have the time in the a.m. unless I wake up a 1/2 hr. earlier. :grumble: (LOL) Tomorrow is weigh-in day for me and I have mixed feelings.:ohwell: I'll let ya know how it goes. :happy:
Way to go Suezzzque -- looks like you are off to an awesome start!
Plantlady99 -- thanks for the recipe . . . I love cabbage and I think I will try this one.
Oh, and by the way, I really tried hard to stay off the scale this morning . . . .:blushing: -- didn't work!! (LOL)
Take care and keep on movin' -- talk to you later!! 0 -
:flowerforyou: Good Morning, Everyone,
It snowed overnight Wednesday in my neighborhood adding shoveling snow to my list of fitness activities.
The dogs love the snow but every dog walk results in wet towels to dry them and wet clothes for me to change. Thank God I have my own washer and dryer. It's been30 years since I had to share laundry facilities with others and I continue to be grateful for my own laundry room.
I've never had luck with the concept of "exercise buddy". I like to just go and do whatever I want whenever I want. My current exercise pal is an MP3 player with my favorite music. As long as I have a charged battery I'm never alone.
The microwave buzzer just told me my oatmeal is ready. Today I'm having it with craisins and canned peaches. yum yum.0 -
Afternoon All, Checking in. :flowerforyou:
Doing my lunch log in. Basic salad with Farmer Boy Restaurant Greek Dressing. ( 25 cal. 10mg sodium, 0 Cholesterol, 0 saturated Fat, 0 Trans fat, 3 Carbs.) I love to put this with a dash of other dressings or sometimes I use it alone if I really have to keep my calories down.
It was like old home week at the gym. My youngest sister was there, her husband, my husband, my cousin and his girlfriend. I live in a small city, can you guess.:bigsmile:
I'm going out with my sister for dinner and some drinks tonight. I have to save my calories. I'm trying on my cloths and I am really feeling good about how I look in them. This exercise is really paying off.
AND, I really don't think it matters what kind of exercise it is as long as we keep moving.
I could very easily be a couch potato. I'm not, I'm not going to be one.:flowerforyou:
I know someone on this site, I think it was sue, said she hates to go clothes shopping. I'm hoping that I can enjoy buying new spring clothes this year. :noway:
Hope everyone is having a great day.
Kathy0 -
Good afternoon to all the wonderful, strong, beautiful women on this thread:flowerforyou: We deserve to be the best that we can be
I hope everyone is having a good day regardless of the snowy conditions some of us may be getting. Since it is a freezing rain, ice pellets and snow day here I opted to do a super duper workout inside today. I started off my morning doing a 50 minute workout on level 2 with the Biggest Loser Bootcamp DVD, then 62 minutes on the treadmill, 20+ minutes jogging, skipping rope and dancing around my basement like a crazy women and then another 10 minutes on my stationary bike. I am determined to keep the momentum going.
The good news is that I dropped over 2 lbs of the couple that had snuck up on me when I wasn't looking:noway: I am going out to dinner tomorrow nite to celebrate a friend's birthday so I want to ensure that my metabolism is revved as high as I can get it.
I was thinking of investing in an elliptical but I asked my physiotherapist his opinion of them and he said that he felt that they were not as low impact as what people are led to believe and that for individuals with knee problems that they may not be the best for them. Well, that put that idea right out of my head. The arthritis in my knees would not appreciate any more strain on them I am sure. However, the amazing thing is that I have noticed since dropping the weight I have that my knees don't click so much now especially when I am going up/down the steps. Not to say that they are not giving me any problems but I have noticed a difference in them. Thank goodness for these accomplishments So, the moral of my story is that I just need to keep doing what I am doing.
Hang in there everyone. We can do this, one day at a time:flowerforyou:
Cheers to all:drinker:
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Haven't checked in in a while. It's been really busy at work. Even though I've been very busy, I've stuck to my calorie intake although there hasn't been much time for exercise. One thing I do is I strickly stick to my calorie intake for at least 2 weeks - then I'll splurge one or two days not pig out to where I'm stuffed but enjoy some of the not so good for your foods that have high calories and this seems to keep me from hitting a plateau - give the ole metabolism a boost. This also keeps me from straying from my regular diet when I know that real pizza, fettucine, or a piece of pecan pie is just around the corner.:bigsmile:
Hopefully, in the next few weeks weather permitting I can start my garden. I always have a big vegetable garden ( 75' x 100') which requires a lot of work, but I definitely get my exercise and get a lot of fresh vegetables to enjoy.:bigsmile:
Welcome to all the newcomers!0 -
I have noticed that if I stick to watching my calories too closely that I don't loss weight. And if I eat something that is not so good for me then my weight will begin to move downwards. You are right. This will kick in the metabolism. Hey, what great news. As long as we do not abuse it.:bigsmile:0
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I am planning on weighing in this morning. I hope that the numbers are dropping.0
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Good morning! :flowerforyou:
Happy weekend to all of us!
It's sunshiny here in California. I'll do some yard work this weekend, after the grocery shopping & walking.
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My husband has never been interested in working out with me, either. Just hit & miss once in a while, but his younger brother had a heart attack last fall. (His younger, thinner, health conscious brother.) So he's walking 2-4 miles 4 days a week with me now & we bought a recumbent bike last weekend which is getting quite a workout with both of us chubs on it daily.:bigsmile:0 -
Kathy, congratulations on the exercise and your clothes fitting better!! t I would love that- I hate being uncomfortable. I'm going to keep you in mind for inspiration!Afternoon All, Checking in. :flowerforyou:
Doing my lunch log in. Basic salad with Farmer Boy Restaurant Greek Dressing. ( 25 cal. 10mg sodium, 0 Cholesterol, 0 saturated Fat, 0 Trans fat, 3 Carbs.) I love to put this with a dash of other dressings or sometimes I use it alone if I really have to keep my calories down.
It was like old home week at the gym. My youngest sister was there, her husband, my husband, my cousin and his girlfriend. I live in a small city, can you guess.:bigsmile:
I'm going out with my sister for dinner and some drinks tonight. I have to save my calories. I'm trying on my cloths and I am really feeling good about how I look in them. This exercise is really paying off.
AND, I really don't think it matters what kind of exercise it is as long as we keep moving.
I could very easily be a couch potato. I'm not, I'm not going to be one.:flowerforyou:
I know someone on this site, I think it was sue, said she hates to go clothes shopping. I'm hoping that I can enjoy buying new spring clothes this year. :noway:
Hope everyone is having a great day.
Kathy0 -
Good Afternoon All,
I did really good with my calorie intake while out for dinner. I had burned enough calories to eat without feeling guilty. I had some pieces of very thin crust pizza and sushi. It was delicious.
Today is a beautiful day here, almost spring like. But, snow and rain are in the forecast. :explode:
I plan to rake some of my yard to get some exercise today.
I really don't plan on going to the gym today.
My stuffed cabbage came out great. I want to eat it all.
My scale was kind to me. 165, which is the same as my Feb. 14th weigh in Day. I fluctuate so often that gaining a few pounds within my weigh in day does not bother me as much as it use to. :flowerforyou:
I hope everyone is haveing a great day.
Keep up the fight. We are worth it.
Kathy0 -
Good morning all:
I went to the doctor yesterday for my annual exam and she said I was very healthy but....I noticed your weight is creeping up. She recommended a book titled "Younger Next Year" which I have ordered from Amazon. I'll let you know if it is inspiring to me. Has anyone else read it? Let us know what you think of it if you have.
Tomorrow I will try to start a new thread for March for the 50+ (Aged) Women. What kind of goals should we list for March?
I'll be back soon,
Esther0 -
May be have a weigh in Date together?? I know the scale is the worst but maybe weighing in together will help.
How does everyone else feel about it?
Kathy0 -
Good morning all:
I went to the doctor yesterday for my annual exam and she said I was very healthy but....I noticed your weight is creeping up. She recommended a book titled "Younger Next Year" which I have ordered from Amazon. I'll let you know if it is inspiring to me. Has anyone else read it? Let us know what you think of it if you have.
Tomorrow I will try to start a new thread for March for the 50+ (Aged) Women. What kind of goals should we list for March?
I'll be back soon,
Esther
:flowerforyou: Hi Esther,
I like the idea of weighing in together. How about dumping a less healthy food in favor of a better one.
MFP has helped me so much. It's harder to say "peanut butter is a healthy friend" when I see all the calories staring at me.
Our new Nordic Track stationary bike in the living room has helped, too. It's hard to sit at the table knitting and watching TV when the bike is right there calling to me.
The snow is melting so maybe spring is really on the way.0 -
Kathy & Barbie: Do you mean you would like us all to have the same weigh in day? Or just to report when our weigh in is and report how we are doing?
Esther0
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