DOWNSIZERS Team Chat - March 2020
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Check-in Tuesday 3/10
Steps: 16,240
Calories: Over and lots of sodium--the scale shows it today--hopefully it drops back before tomorrow's weigh day. I have everything pre-logged to help stay on track today.
Plank Challenge: Day 9 done
I made it to the gym this morning even though I really just wanted to lay in bed-so I kind of feel like a winner.
Happy Wednesday!
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Late post as I was so upset at myself.
Weight 223.2lbs
Over calories
Under steps
Any spare motivation going send it my way plz xx4 -
Late post as I was so upset at myself.
Weight 223.2lbs
Over calories
Under steps
Any spare motivation going send it my way plz xx
Sending all the motivation I have to spare.
Try not to be too hard on yourself. Accept that you made mistakes and you're moving on. I truly understand the anger, though. It's hard to let go of it sometimes. Just try to comfort yourself the way you would a good friend going through the same thing. 1 -
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Late post as I was so upset at myself.
Weight 223.2lbs
Over calories
Under steps
Any spare motivation going send it my way plz xx
The tip I shared today on my MFP timeline.....
•Don't Aim for Perfection and Forgive Yourself
You do not have to be perfect to lose weight.
If you have an "all or nothing" approach, you're less likely to achieve your goals.
When you are too restrictive, you may find yourself saying "I had a hamburger and fries for lunch, so I might as well have pizza for dinner." Instead, try to say, "I had a big lunch, so I should aim for a healthier dinner".
And avoid beating yourself up when you make a mistake. Self-defeating thoughts will just hinder your motivation.
Instead, forgive yourself. Remember that one mistake is not going to ruin your progress.
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Wednesday check in
Calories: Under
Exercise: 50 minute walk
Steps: 3/10 9,090
Water: success
My cold is getting better but I was sneezing so hard on Sunday I pulled muscles in my side. Swimming is out for the week as it hurts when I take a deep breath. We have decided not to go to the buffet so I am waiting for hubby to pick a new restaurant. We are also going to sugar bush for his birthday on Sunday. We will be having pancakes and farmers sausage for breakfast.2 -
Daily Check-in: Tuesday 03/11
Calories: under
Water: 2,200L
Steps: 12,352
Exercise: REST DAY
Good morning ☀️ hope everyone is keeping safe with all this craziness going on with the virus. We’ve been keeping home mostly and trying to just keep ourselves busy cleaning house.
I got my workout in this morning and about to hit the shower. After that it’s homeschooling until lunch. This afternoon I plan on continuing clearing out my basement. Got lots done yesterday but still have so so much left to go.
The scales are at a standstill today. Fingers crossed after today it starts going back down.
MARCH GOALS:
•Stay on or under my calorie goals everyday.
•Drink at least 2 liters of water everyday
•Complete 10,000 steps each day minimum.
•Workouts -
Sun - Sunday Funday Walk
Mon - Gym Session (❤️+💪🏻) + Monday Zumba
Tue - Gym Session (❤️+💪🏻)
Wed - REST DAY
Thu - Gym Session (❤️+💪🏻)
Fri - Gym Session (❤️+💪🏻)
Sat - Saturday Morning 5K2 -
UTMom81
Week 2
Previous: 171
Current: 169.83 -
888Angie888 wrote: »Check-in Tuesday 3/10
Steps: 16,240
Calories: Over and lots of sodium--the scale shows it today--hopefully it drops back before tomorrow's weigh day. I have everything pre-logged to help stay on track today.
Plank Challenge: Day 9 done
I made it to the gym this morning even though I really just wanted to lay in bed-so I kind of feel like a winner.
Happy Wednesday!
Sodium is my biggest enemy for sure!
You are a winner!2 -
Late post as I was so upset at myself.
Weight 223.2lbs
Over calories
Under steps
Any spare motivation going send it my way plz xx
Focus on one thing that will really make you feel good about your day and feel more in control. Is it logging your food so you will be under or at your calorie goal? Or is it getting your steps in. I know moving more for me is what helps me feel better no matter what.
Today is a new day - look forward bit backward!2 -
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Weigh Day Thursday
PW: 247.0
CW: 247.2
Next week--no excuses!2 -
Check-in for Wednesday
Steps: 22,538
Calories: good-pre-logging does help
Plank Challenge: Day 10 done-it's getting to be pretty tough
Made it to the gym this morning for squats and deadlifts then out for couch potato to 5k...my legs are done for the day. Still need to plank.1 -
Thursday Check in
Calories: under
Exercise: 55 minute walk
Steps 3/11 10,120
Water: success
Still have pain back/side. I will give it another few days and if it doesn’t improve I will go see the doctor. I got my walk in but it was at a slow pace. Nervous about tomorrow’s weigh in as my weight has been up all week. I do check in and my calories are under but twice this week I ended up eating more after check in so I ended up being over. Next week I have to get a grip on eating after 9 pm. They canceled schools here for two weeks after March break due to the virus. I will have my granddaughters a fair amount the next 3 weeks. They like to walk to Tim Hortons with me, so I have to stick to a tea and maybe lunch there once or twice durning that period.
Tomorrow’s goals
1. Walk minimum 30 minutes
2. 9 cups of water
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lindamtuck2018 wrote: »Thursday Check in
Calories: under
Exercise: 55 minute walk
Steps 3/11 10,120
Water: success
Still have pain back/side. I will give it another few days and if it doesn’t improve I will go see the doctor. I got my walk in but it was at a slow pace. Nervous about tomorrow’s weigh in as my weight has been up all week. I do check in and my calories are under but twice this week I ended up eating more after check in so I ended up being over. Next week I have to get a grip on eating after 9 pm. They canceled schools here for two weeks after March break due to the virus. I will have my granddaughters a fair amount the next 3 weeks. They like to walk to Tim Hortons with me, so I have to stick to a tea and maybe lunch there once or twice durning that period.
Tomorrow’s goals
1. Walk minimum 30 minutes
2. 9 cups of water
3. 9000 steps or more
Oh, Linda, I hate that you are having pain! How amazing that you were able to do your walk even though you were hurting like that. I hope it gets better and you can avoid the doctor's visit. I also hope you enjoy having your granddaughters while they are out of school. Sounds like you have a working plan for that time, so you go, girl!1 -
Catching up on Steps (sorry!):
3/7- 10,372
3/8- 12,268
3/9- 8,287
3/10- 9,812
3/11- 10,927
3/12- 9,962
Obviously, I haven't been paying attention or on 3/10 and 3/12, I'd have done enough to get over 10K. Sigh. Need to be more intentional about this! I'm off work for spring break and possible longer due to the hysteria over this stupid virus, so I'll have more time I guess to be more intentional. Maybe I make a goal for pounds lost by the time I have to go back to work! LOL Maybe have something positive come out of all this nonsense.1 -
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PW 209.0
CW 210.8
I was going to just log my weight in the spreadsheet and not post it here but it is only fair I share that I am struggling. Daytimes and early evening are no trouble for me. It is the weekends(especially Saturday’s) and after 830pm. I have to get a grip.2 -
Username: kres567
Weigh in week: 2
Weigh in day: Friday
Previous weight: 216
Current weight: 215.2
Going to do what I did this week to hopefully get the same result. Slow and steady is my reality4 -
Check-in for 3/12
Steps: 25,838 (mowing grass results in quite a few steps even though my Fitbit recognizes it as "outdoor bike"?)
Calories: good
Plank Challenge Day 11: done
A couple of high activity days in a row-so today is a planned rest day. I will still do the plank challenge and should get plenty of steps with a bunch of errands to run and shopping to do.
I did squats and deadlifts yesterday. There's probably some physiological explanation, but for me, the day after big lifting is "Big Hungry Day". I feel like eating everything in large quantities. 🌮🥩🥓🧀🥞
I have the day pre-planned and pre-logged...
Happy Friday the Thirteenth!
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Daily Check-in: Thursday 03/12
Calories: under
Water: 2,5L
Steps: 20,090
Exercise: Gym Session (❤️+💪🏻)
Running late again. Crazy day for me today. Got up super early to make sure I fit my workout in. No excuses! I Had a couple of appointments this morning then this afternoon did my sons homeschooling and outdoor playtime. I refuse to have him sit in front of the tv all day long. The scale is going back down today so I’m happy about that. And....after weeks of rain the sun is out ☀️❤️. Things are pretty calm here with the virus situation. It got a little crazy last week but it seems things are calming down. Everything is still shut down with the exception of grocery stores and some restaurants and government buildings. Just gotta take things one day at a time here.
MARCH GOALS:
•Stay on or under my calorie goals everyday.
•Drink at least 2 liters of water everyday
•Complete 10,000 steps each day minimum.
•Workouts -
Sun - Sunday Funday Walk
Mon - Gym Session (❤️+💪🏻) + Monday Zumba
Tue - Gym Session (❤️+💪🏻)
Wed - REST DAY
Thu - Gym Session (❤️+💪🏻)
Fri - Gym Session (❤️+💪🏻)
Sat - Saturday Morning 5K1 -
Username: ErinBEW
Weigh-in week: Week 2
Weigh day: Friday
PW: 149.8
CW: 150.22 -
Jennt817
Pw:138.9
Cw: 138.7
Well it’s something! Something is better than nothin! 💕😊💕😊💕😊
Great job everyone! You got this!!! There is no such thing as a set back, just another opportunity to learn about yourself, your body- love who you are you deserve nothing less!!
Jenn
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lindamtuck2018 wrote: »PW 209.0
CW 210.8
I was going to just log my weight in the spreadsheet and not post it here but it is only fair I share that I am struggling. Daytimes and early evening are no trouble for me. It is the weekends(especially Saturday’s) and after 830pm. I have to get a grip.
Some weeks are better than others but you are invested in the journey. I thrive on routine myself and do better when I pack my lunch unlike weekends! I was thinking of doing this myself too so I was thinking of packing my lunch on weekends. If I eat my salad for lunch then I won’t take such a hit on the weekends. Also, I try to pick a new meal from my eating well magazine and that perks me up to. I get excited and I feel like I’m treating myself- which we are. Taking the time to make something tasty and nutritious is great self care. You got this Linda! Also our bodies get into food ruts. Try changing your food choices during the week too. Those are things that help me when I feel like I’m getting off track! Looking at friends diaries help me too. I forget sometimes how much I enjoy oats, nuts, fish- a variety of foods to feel satiety 😊🌸😊🌸💕💕💕
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Also- tea at night with honey helps me curb the night munchies - it really helps me...2
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Cancellations due to the virus are coming in really fast here in Ontario. I just spoke to the place I go swimming and the fitness center and the pool have been closed until further notice. I guess it is better to be safe than sorry. Walking will continue to be my main source of fitness for now.1
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Jennt817
Pw:138.9
Cw: 138.7
Well it’s something! Something is better than nothin! 💕😊💕😊💕😊
Great job everyone! You got this!!! There is no such thing as a set back, just another opportunity to learn about yourself, your body- love who you are you deserve nothing less!!
Jenn
Congrats 🥳 on the loss!1
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