MISSION SLIMPOSSIBLES Team Chat - April 2020
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@cbabie, good job on eating less PB. As I was emptying out the last of two jars for lunch today, I realized that I too might need to lay off the PB.
@its_cleo, you are so right that we will enjoy so much more the things we have had to give up when we are finally able to have them again. I was actually thinking of dropping one of the kid programs I volunteer for at the church before all this happened. Not now. I miss those kids soooo much and canβt wait to be back with them. And I know that you canβt wait to go out with your friends, meet up with your trainer, and of course watching lots of baseball. We will all get it back. We just need to be patient and stay safe.
@bethanie0825, another good weigh-in this week! Keep it up!
@AustinRuadhain, aww reading your description of your bird on your shoulder is so sweet and made me smile. One of my happy moments is when Iβm playing with my dog Maggie Mae or watching her play with her toys. I donβt know if all dogs have an imagination when they play with their toys but my definitely does and itβs hysterical. And yes, I often have no idea what day it is and the scary thing is that Iβm starting to not really care. 
@Shoop69, it is a tough time for everyone!! Please donβt beat yourself up for having a small gain or for not posting a lot on the group. You do the best you can, and we will be here anytime you can pop on. Even if that is just to post your weekly weight.
@Katmary71, I just heard that Walmart is going to only allow so many people in their stores at a time. I think that is a good idea and they need to be stricter on how many of one thing people are allowed to buy. I have to go there on Monday for momβs prescriptions and to do the week's grocery shopping. Iβm going early!!
@trooworld, Wow girl!! What a great weigh-in. I know you did the happy dance! Those flowers are gorgeous!! How wonderful to have something so lovely to look at.
@vegain4lyfe2012, I always used to gain 3 to 5 lbs too when TOM came visiting and it was always right before my weigh-in. It will come down next week. And keep dreaming because menopause is awesome!!!
@Debster634, well at least you had a loss! And now you have some good goals for this coming week. Crush it!!
Good evening everyone! I had another day hanging out in my house. Like where else would I be?
It was a gorgeous day so I got out a bit and played with the dog in the yard. She loves to run back and forth as fast as she can, which is very funny. Tomorrow, I'm going to attempt to give her a bath! She was due for one right when this virus thing happened and her groomer canceled. Wish me luck!
I did a good pilates workout and 30 minutes on my treadmill. I made a very yummy mushroom, spinach, bacon frittata for dinner. I started a new 2000 piece puzzle. And I watched a lot of news with the hope of seeing that this virus is almost over. Not yet! But I'm praying it will be soon. Stay safe my friends!!
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Username:Cbabie
Weigh in week: Week 1
Weigh in day: Saturday
Previous Weight: 144.8
Todays Weight: 144.61 -
Hello everyone!! Hope your all doing well!!
Goals met today:
Sleep
Water
Calories under
Exercise
Today's W/O
350 jump ropes
45 deadlifts
45 hang squat cleans1 -
Username: Digger61
Weigh-in week: Week 1
Weigh-in day: Saturday
Previous Weight: 209
Todays Weight: 2092 -
@trooworld Hope the grocery shopping went well! I've been frustrated as I threw away all my face masks decluttering and just decided today next time I go out I'm going to use one of the nice silk scarves my Mom brought me from China that I've never worn. You'll be the stylish one in the store! The blog here had a good article about weights to use from household things like paint cans. I tried to order some heavier ones but waited too long and they're all sold out or twice as expensive. The most Leslie uses in the video I posted (Burn Body Fat both the 2 and 3 miles) is 1-3lbs, the most I use is 5lb dumbbells with hers. I only have 2lb, 5lb, 8lb, and 10lb.
@vegan4lyfe2012 Good to see you! The nice thing is you know why the scale is up. I hear you about menopause!
@AustinRuadhain Love hearing about your cat, it sounds like she was the perfect fit for you and blossomed. Maine Coons are definitely intelligent! Mine are half Maine Coon, for some reason that breed keeps showing up in my life. When I went with my brother and nephews to adopt one to give to my SIL for Christmas a Maine Coon had just been returned for meowing too much. Seemed like such a stupid thing until the first time I babysat her while they were out-of-town and she kept me up all night for a week! Mine both have the body of a Maine Coon, that more solid body-type. Either that or they're getting a little chubby! One's real talkative, when I'm drinking my coffee walking in place/dancing at the counter he likes to jump on the table behind me and meow to be pet every 15 minutes or so. On a funny note I adopted them at the end of August and thought I was so lucky that they barely shed. Sure, now that Spring is here I can't believe the amount of hair everywhere! First time I realized how bad it was when Jasper was rubbing against me while I was cooling down on the yoga mat and left hair all over my sweaty body, gross!
@Debster634 I love that you're setting up a space to work out! I have my exercise bike by a window looking out onto the deck but haven't been using it as much since I started YouTube videos now that the gym's closed. Under my family room coffee table I have weights, yoga mat, foam roller, and resistance bands, I started out putting everything away each day so it would be clean and now it looks like a mini-gym! Sounds like you'll have the perfect space for everything. NIce loss!
@Cbabie nice drop!0 -
Great workout @gunderw59 !
Saturday check-in
Calories- under
Exercise- YouTube videos, foam rolling, yoga, walk/dance. @AustinRuadhain It's funny how when you watch videos like Afro-beat they look fun but sitting on your butt watching you're thinking that it doesn't look so bad, then you try it and realize why the instructor can barely talk! That was a rough one but fun!
Water- over
Habits
Weights 3/upper lower- done
Cardio- done
Yoga/core/planks- done
Decluttering- did two drawers
Recipe- finished the salmon. If anyone wants the Sweet N Spicy Siracha recipe I typed it up from the cookbook, I can copy and paste it.
Steps- 20,000
Not the greatest day. I did Leslie Sansone with weights again, then found a walking routine from Jessica Smith that was part of a MFP fall challenge, I added weights to it. Did Afro-beat as my one new video, then HASFit lower body weights and the challenges. Wasn't feeling particularly challenged today or very worn out afterward but calves are still getting extra tight so I don't want to push it too hard. I've felt down all day, probably a combo of the rain and being alone for so long. Talked to my brother which was nice. I put on slow rock and read most the day after working out. My blood pressure is even higher than it's been the last couple months, I don't see my doctor for a couple more weeks and it's making me nervous since there's not much I can do that I'm not already doing. Maybe because I had soy sauce in the salmon? Aside of last night I don't have much salt and it was high like that the other day after exercising, I really don't get it. I'm drinking hibiscus tea every day, working out, and cutting out added salt, no longer overweight. No idea, but twice now it's been really high, Jan-March it was just no longer normal. Trying to go through routine while feeling this way, hopefully I'll get more sleep than I have been lately and it'll help. Sorry for being a drag. Glad I have my kittens to keep me company, the highlight of the day was playing with them.
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Weigh in
Apple852hk
Week 1 - Apr 2020
Sunday
PW 158.5 (71.9kg)
CW 157.4 (71.4kg)
Lost - but only to previous weight of last week as I ate better choices this week.
Made a declaration to family I'm eating bigger meals at lunch than dinner. That means in evenings if I've eaten well I don't then splurge on dessert and eat more than I need.
Ate less chocolate this week. Read a book that mentioned to write a note near where food is stored thanking yourself for eating right. I've put my note next to chocolate so next time I'm more mindful even if I do eat a little.
Will eat carbs but only at lunch and breakfast and trying to learn portion control again.
Ate hot cross bun every breakfast but only after drinking a mug of tea
GOALS next week
1. Thank myself every morning that I'll eat right that day
2. Drink less tea during the day - give my mouth a rest from taste between meals
3. Snack on watermelon instead of drinking endless cups of tea
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Username: mlhopp93
Weigh-in week: Week 1
Weigh-in day: Saturday
Previous Weight: 341
Todays Weight: 340
Started April in the right direction. Focusing on water consumption and activity level this week.
Hope everyone is staying safe.2 -
Happy Sunday!
@Katmary71 Not sure on how you feel about eastern medicine but have you heard of reishi mushrooms? My father in law has started taking some herbal supplements to help boost his immune system (he has heart and lung issues) and has been sharing YouTube videos with me on reishi mushrooms and what all they do. Severe blood pressure issues is one of the health issues people claim it helps. I have never taken the extract, myself, so I donβt have a personal testimony but I wanted to share.
(Disclaimer...I am in no way a doctor and would urge anyone to do extensive research and talk to their medical provider before trying new health methods)
04/5
Check In
Username: mrmcgrath
Weigh in week: Week 1
Weigh in day: Friday
Weight: 192.5
Todays Weight
Yesterday
Calories: under
Water: over/under? Under
Macros: need to do better
Exercise: π€Έπ»βππ½ββοΈ(in place)
Yesterdayβs Fitbit/mfp stats:
6084 steps. 5000goal steps
2.71 miles
2196 burned calories
21 active
85 sleep score
61 resting sleep
1432 calories consumed
Basic Goals
Workout minutes:πͺπ»
Complete food diary: π₯
Stay hydrated(more than 64 oz): π’
Stay below sugar goal: π¬
Meet fiber in range:ππΌ
Daily self care: meditating, crafting, reading, etc. crocheting
Breathing exercises:ππΌ
Sleep: minimum 7 hours π
My vision for 2020:
To find out who I am outside of βmomβ since I will be an empty nester in the 5 months.
To love me no matter where I am at in my journey.
To pursue habits and hobbies that I will enjoy and that will enrich my soul.
To focus on total health (mind, body, and soul)
Donβt let any one weigh-in dictate what I do.
Choose to do the work.
Choose to show up & do the actions.
Donβt give up when you get your first bit of resistance.
Stick to your habits no matter what. Ignore your ego and avoid complacency.
Keep a connection with others who understand what this journey. Isolation is not helpful
Donβt hide when weight gain happens. Assume it will. Share your truth, and donβt let your mind tell you no one will understand.
Make up your mind that you are and will be successful.
Accept that this is your struggle, and you will not be fixed. I will need to continuously manage my condition.
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PLACE TEAM PERCENTAGE
1st Downsizers 0.40%
2nd Shrinking Assets 0.28%
3rd Mission Slimpossibles 0.26%
PLACE TEAM LBS LOSS
1st Downsizers 20.7 Lbs
2nd Shrinking Assets 12.8 Lbs
2nd Mission Slimpossibles 12.8 Lbs
PLACE INDIVIDUAL PERCENTAGE
1st @Murphyi150 3.79%
2nd @achagpar 2.72%
3rd @nbbaby 2.15%
PLACE INDIVIDUAL LBS LOSS
1st @Murphyi150 6.0 Lbs
2nd @nbbaby 4.6 Lbs
3rd @charlottemilton 4.5 Lbs
HONORABLE MENTIONS
@guitargirl55
@Terytha
@simbersea
@wrknonmedaily
@trooworld
@Beka3695
@Emmajhare
@ddk125
@laurenebargar
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MODERATOR'S CHALLENGE
The challenge is simple. Lose 20 lbs as a group this week.
MISSION SLIMPOSSIBLE have 24 members - so less than one pound each.
Who would like to participate?4 -
I would like to participate @Beka3695 but what happens if I gain? I don't want to ruin the group's chances to succeed
Weigh in:
PW: 156.6
CW: 157.7
I'm disappointed but not surprised bc I just ate too much this week. I'm trying to start fresh today
I went out for a jog this morning even though my achilles is sore. It was really nice, a beautiful day. I'm struggling with some other physical pain- I won't get into it all, but I've been hurting off and on for 3 or 4 days, mostly my legs. Driving me a bit batty. It's probably partly stress and partly inactivity. For those of you that know me from PP (Pre-Pandemic!) When I was doing hard workouts like 8 or 9 times a week- this is why, I end up in a lot of physical pain if I'm not constantly moving substantially.
Anyway doing my best with it. I'm grateful I can still jog even though my achilles is sore. I think the stairs are out this week.
Take care all.2 -
Wahhooooo!!! Good going team!!
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Saturday Check-in: So, today was another day spent inside my house. It's a good thing I like my house! I did a nice long workout, watched my pastor's message online, and gave my little dog a bath. This evening we are having a church fellowship Zoom meeting, which should be fun. I miss my church family soooo very much!! Tomorrow, I have a staff Zoom meeting in the morning to talk about how we can have a good Easter week in spite of not having church. Then I'm going grocery shopping. My plan is to get everything I need tomorrow for the entire week and not go back to any stores. I really wanted to go buy flowers for my container garden but that isn't very wise so we will wait until the quarantine has been lifted and then celebrate with lots of flowers.
Hey Team!!!I really hope you will all do your best with this challenge this week. If you end up having a gain then so be it. Just know that I will NOT allow you to beat yourself up for it!! All we are asking is that you commit to trying your best, stay in the green, and lose at least 20 lbs.
So are you in? I am!!MODERATOR'S CHALLENGE
The challenge is simple. Lose 20 lbs as a group this week.
MISSION SLIMPOSSIBLE have 24 members - so less than one pound each.
Who would like to participate?
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This is so amazing to read. A million years ago, a flute student of mine gave me the "runt" of her family's most recent Maine Coon litter. They were fancy cat people and did not want to sell this kitten because it was so inferior. HAH! This was the most amazing cat I ever had. Grumpy, sometimes even vicious, but so smart and interesting. Never a dull moment! Once I told someone, when they asked what was her breed, that she was an African Biting Cat. They believed me. She was VERY good at keeping her people in line, but so loyal in her own kind of way. Mistress of the Universe indeed!AustinRuadhain wrote: Β»One of the things in my life that I am still proud of is having been Cat/Mom to a rescue Maine Coon. Her first owner hit her, more than once. Her second owner took her in, but never fell in love with her. I fell in love with her, and she eventually came to live at my house. Over the course of a couple of years, she went from small and scared to big, fluffy, smart, funny and Mistress of the Universe. She was the smartest cat I have ever known.0 -
@apple852hk I like the idea of putting a thankful note near food, I'll have to try that!
@mlhopp93 Great idea to focus on one or two things at a time. Nice loss!
@mrmcgrath I'll look further in reishi mushrooms, I know they're supposed to be good for you and are on the expensive side but don't know much else. Thank you!
@trooworld I've done BodyCombat, man that was tough! I have a Les Mills link plus my gym has Les Mills classes. The weekend after the gym closed was supposed to be a Les Mills intro class that I'd planned to take.
@its_cleo I'm glad you were able to get outdoors to work out! I hope your leg pain improves as well as your Achilles. It's tough taking it easy when used to working out hard, you know I struggle with that too!
@TeresaW1020 Sounds like a great day! I hope grocery shopping went well and you were able to get all you need. I've been tempted to get more soil for my seedlings, I guess if I went to Walmart or Target I'd have an excuse!
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Sunday check-in
Calories- just under
Exercise- bike, YouTube, yoga, foam rolling, pilates ball workout
Water- over
Habits
Cardio 30 minutes- done
Weights- done
Yoga/core- done
Decluttering- none
Recipe- nothing for a few days, just had a scramble for dinner
steps- 20,000
Today started off bad, had my coffee while listening to music and going online and my router keeps crashing, I need to get ATT out here to fix it as it happens constantly. Poured all day so no going outside. I had breakfast then ate my nightly rationed pieces of candy as soon as I finished my oatmeal followed by a veggie wrap. Streamed the first half of church and it crashed again (you realize how much you're depending on it especially these days when phone streaming and internet are down!). Burned out on exercise bike right away and decided the heck with today and went back to bed planning on staying in pjs all day. Thank goodness I woke up in a better mood, I decided to do shorter videos and ended up enjoying myself. I had some old DVDs from early 2000s with exercise ball workouts and the pilates one wasn't even unwrapped so I checked them out as I wasn't able to stay on YouTube without it freezing. It was my first time doing pilates, the breathing fast compared to yoga is kind of annoying but the core workout was decent, I thought my core was pretty strong from my daily core workout but found a few moves tough. Will I add it on, probably not, but I'd do it again. I talked to family on Zoom for a bit, it helped cheer me up. We roped in some of my aunts as well but you guessed it, computer went down as soon as they were in the chat. Not a very exciting day but none of them are these days, just trying to get excited or at least look forward to little things.0 -
Username: Trlong1308
Weigh-in week: Week 1
Weigh-in day: Monday
Previous Weight: 234.7
Todays Weight: 234.2
π€·πΏββοΈ it's something I suppose2 -
I'm in for the challenge.0
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It is suppose to be a beautiful day today, and of course, I am back at work. π₯΄.
So something new for this week. I am making daily gratitude apart of my habits. I am finding it is so easy to get consumed with fear and anxiety.
I hope you all have a great Monday!
04/6
Check In
Username: mrmcgrath
Weigh in week: Week 1
Weigh in day: Friday
Weight: 192.5
Todays Weight 192.6
Yesterday
Calories: under
Water: over/under? Under
Macros: in range
Exercise: πͺπ»ππ½ββοΈ(in place)
Yesterdayβs Fitbit/mfp stats:
5184 steps. 5000goal steps
2.3 miles
2138 burned calories
10 active
82 sleep score
60 resting sleep
1217 calories consumed
Basic Goals
Workout minutes:πͺπ»
Complete food diary: π₯
Stay hydrated(more than 64 oz): π’
Stay below sugar goal: π¬
Meet fiber in range:π₯¬
Daily self care: meditating, crafting, reading, etc. π
Breathing exercises:ππΌ
Sleep: minimum 7 hours ππΌ
My vision for 2020:
To find out who I am outside of βmomβ since I will be an empty nester in the 5 months.
To love me no matter where I am at in my journey.
To pursue habits and hobbies that I will enjoy and that will enrich my soul.
To focus on total health (mind, body, and soul)
Donβt let any one weigh-in dictate what I do.
Choose to do the work.
Choose to show up & do the actions.
Donβt give up when you get your first bit of resistance.
Stick to your habits no matter what. Ignore your ego and avoid complacency.
Keep a connection with others who understand what this journey. Isolation is not helpful
Donβt hide when weight gain happens. Assume it will. Share your truth, and donβt let your mind tell you no one will understand.
Make up your mind that you are and will be successful.
Accept that this is your struggle, and you will not be fixed. I will need to continuously manage my condition.
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trlong1308 wrote: Β»Username: Trlong1308
Weigh-in week: Week 1
Weigh-in day: Monday
Previous Weight: 234.7
Todays Weight: 234.2
π€·πΏββοΈ it's something I suppose
A loss is a loss and worth celebrating π₯³. Iβm doing a happy dance you you!2 -
You know what...you are right. Thank you for the motivation!2
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MODERATOR'S CHALLENGE
The challenge is simple. Lose 20 lbs as a group this week.
MISSION SLIMPOSSIBLE have 24 members - so less than one pound each.
Who would like to participate?
I would love to do it! I am starting the JJ 10 day cleanse today and should definitely be able to lose at least a pound1 -
Cornanda
Friday weigh in
Week 1
PW: 185.1
CW: 186
I will participate in the 20 lb challenge for this week!1 -
Love seeing all the workout videos posted. It's good inspiration! In a bit of a funk here- I keep gaining and losing the same three pounds. Husband is frustrated with me- thinks I don't care about myself. He may have a point. I've been trying to get to a healthier weight without success for a couple of years now.1
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I will participate in the challenge this week...when does/did the "week" start? My weigh in is Wed, so I don't want to hurt the team....and it's my Bday, so...CAKE!2
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Happy Monday, Slimpossibles Step Challengers!
As we start this new week, our Step Challenge for last week is being closed. Mondays are a grace period each week, so that anyone who has not synced up with whatever app they use to track steps, has time to do so, to get credit for all their steps on Sunday.
The results for last week will be finalized, and we'll post winners tomorrow!
P.S. Not in on the Step Challenge but wish you were? Feel free to join us!
1. Set up an account on FitRockr.com
2. Then click this link to join the challenge: https://www.fitrockr.com:443/#!/join/league/5e42db924dbe5b0001973d73/c81a3fad-1c5a-450d-aef7-6dc1a64a3e7d
3. Ping me if you have any problems getting set up!1 -
Check-in - Sunday Report
π’ Calories: under; all good, on-plan choices
π₯ Exercise: yes! outdoor date walk with husband (64 min)
π° Water: under; need to pay a little more attention today!
β Habit Tracking
- Breathing Exercises (daily 2+ min) π’
- Meditation (daily 2+ min) π’
- M.A. Forms Practice (daily; 1) π΄
- Exercise (6 x week/45+ min) π’
- Food weighed/measured/on plan (daily) π’
βοΈ Goals
- 10 K steps π’
- Bonus workout video π΄ None done, but I burned a good 20 minutes shopping for options and putting together a list of some I want to try. Hmm, perhaps a goal for today will be to actually DO one! π
- Gardening π΄ I let myself get stopped by having run out of a place to put stuff. Have fixed that, so am ready to play the get-sweaty-while-gardening game every day this week!
Goals and Improvements for Today (Monday)
β Habit Tracking
- Meditation (daily 2+ min) π’
- Breathing Exercises (daily 2+ min)
- M.A. Forms Practice (daily; 1)
- Exercise (6 x week/45+ min)
- Food weighed/measured/on plan (daily)
βοΈ Goals
- 10 K steps, at least some outside!
- At least one bonus workout video, not that I have a list of these to try!
- Tiny Habit - Gardening (pull at least one weed!)
- Aim for 90 minutes of movement, yoga, weights, etc
- Goal for week - Move up a Fitness Level in FitRockr. I am at Level 13 right now, and want to see what it would take to get up to 14.1 -
Hope everyone is well,
Monday weigh in:
Username: wrknonmedaily
Week 14
Monday
PW 226.8
TW 224.64 -
This is so amazing to read. A million years ago, a flute student of mine gave me the "runt" of her family's most recent Maine Coon litter. They were fancy cat people and did not want to sell this kitten because it was so inferior. HAH! This was the most amazing cat I ever had. Grumpy, sometimes even vicious, but so smart and interesting. Never a dull moment! Once I told someone, when they asked what was her breed, that she was an African Biting Cat. They believed me. She was VERY good at keeping her people in line, but so loyal in her own kind of way. Mistress of the Universe indeed!AustinRuadhain wrote: Β»One of the things in my life that I am still proud of is having been Cat/Mom to a rescue Maine Coon. Her first owner hit her, more than once. Her second owner took her in, but never fell in love with her. I fell in love with her, and she eventually came to live at my house. Over the course of a couple of years, she went from small and scared to big, fluffy, smart, funny and Mistress of the Universe. She was the smartest cat I have ever known.
I had a Maine Coon that was the runt. She was 10 pounds, full grown. I took her from my niece when the cat was a year old. My niece was 14 years old and I found out her "friends" would take the cat into the basement and throw things at her. Poor kitty. It took about a year before she would actually want to be petted. By the time she was about 4, she would finally come to us and sit and relax with us. Her name was Baby. She was the best kitty...and so fluffy! I even had her photo put onto some bank checks once
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