DOWNSIZERS Team Chat - MAY 2020
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Check-In: Tuesday, May 5th
•Log all food: Done ✔️
•Calories: Under ✔️
•Exercise: 5K run ✔️
•Water: 2L ✔️
•Steps: 17,395 ✔️
Good morning Team. Happy the scale is still creeping in the right direction. The changes I’ve made have been working. I decided to do OMAD on Monday’s, Wednesday’s, and Friday’s as it really helps with my tummy issues. The other days will be normal IF days for me. Yesterday, the boy’s begged for homemade chocolate chip cookies. I can never say no to an opportunity to bake. I’m very happy to say I only ate one.....and a half 😂 . And they had their fill of chocolate chip goodness. I’m not sure what I will be baking today but I think it will be more cookies. I just came in from my morning 5K run and I’m about to start homeschooling. Today is also grocery shopping day so it’s gonna be a busy one. Have a great HUMP DAY Downsizers ❤️
May goals:
•Log all food. The good the bad and the ugly!
•Stay on or under my allowed calorie goal.
•Do at least 30 minute workout each day.
•Drink at least 2L water each day.
•Reach at least 10,000 steps each day.2 -
What a week already and it's only Tuesday. haha. I managed to get into the 2nd car accident of my entire life. Thankfully it was a small one. I got my new scale today. Yay. All scales are a little different but I'm sure it'll be fine. I also got my new running shoes. I went with the Asics. So far I really like them.
This week, I am really going to focus on calorie intake. I cleaned out my pantry and fridge and I have the worst habit of opening the fridge and looking for...something...and then getting frustrated and walking away. My emotional food association is so bad. I don't know where to start to fix that. I know it's mental/emotional. It's not physical.
I've started keeping a journal and writing down exactly what I'm feeling. It seems like putting it into words helps me identify it and thereby helps me address it.
We'll see!
Hope you all are staying sane and busy!
Username: Mellane30
Weighin Week: 05/04/2020
Weighin Day: Monday
Previous weight: Don't remember. I think it was 212 or 213
Current weight: 211.8
Well done with your loss this week! Sorry to hear about your car accident but glad you are not hurt. Congrats on the new scale and new shoes! I love getting new fitness gear it always gives me a little boost to want to work out. I also is ASICS for my running. They are the beat ones I’ve had so far. I do want to get fitted for some proper shoes as I think I could use the extra help for my knees and hips.
That’s food that you cleaned out your pantry. It’s the best plan to be honest. Many can do it with pire will power but many of us (including me) need the crap food out of the house or I will eat it. Let us know how it goes with the journal. I’m curious to know if it helps curb the emotional eating.1 -
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Steps for the Challenge:
5/3--11,130
5/4--11,807
5/5--12,288
I swear, I think I've struggled a little bit over the last month or two with the stages of grief over losing a sense of normalcy and control over my own life and all the relationships that have been put at a distance. I'm sure I'm not the only one, so thought I'd just throw it out there this morning and own it. Over the last week, though, something has changed. I've focused EACH DAY (one day at a time--sometimes one moment at a time) only on the things I have control over and tried to make them better each day--what I put in my mouth, how much water I drink (although not obsessing over a number), and being as active as possible doing things that make me happy. Quarantine is easing here, too, which helps, although I'm still very cautious. I'm feeling better and the scale is cooperating as well. Hoping the trend continues.2 -
Happy Hump Day, or at least, I THINK it's Wednesday!
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mari_moulin wrote: »lindamtuck2018 wrote: »mari_moulin wrote: »Check-In: Monday, May 4th
•Log all food: Done ✔️
•Calories: Under ✔️
•Exercise: 45 min walk with the kiddo ✔️
•Water: 2L ✔️
•Steps: 15,496 ✔️
Weekend damage repaired. I completed OMAD day yesterday and today I’m back on my IF schedule. I was able to get in a nice walk with Sam and I mowed my lawn. Spent a lot of time outdoors making the most of the sunny weather before the rain comes back today. I already got my 5K in bright and early this morning and about to start homeschooling. Have a wonderful day everyone!
May goals:
•Log all food. The good the bad and the ugly!
•Stay on or under my allowed calorie goal.
•Do at least 30 minute workout each day.
•Drink at least 2L water each day.
•Reach at least 10,000 steps each day.
I want to look more into IF. Do you have any resources to recommend? On my good days I only eat in an 8 hour window but I do drink black coffee in the mornings.
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/intermittent-fasting-guide
This is the link I share when people ask about IF. It has lots of useful information.
My eating window is between 12pm and 8pm. I stop eating and head to bed by 9. Before 12 PM I drink water, tea, and coffee no creams or sweeteners. I’ve gotten used to unsweetened black coffee going on 2 months now. I never had it with cream but I was using stevia prior to this. I decided to just stop altogether. This IF plan works great for me and I do add in a day or 2 of OMAD or a full 24 hour fast. I usually do this when I’m having tummy issues.
Thanks for the information. I have pinned the link in Pinterest. I am going to tighten up my days and give it a whirl. I would be afraid to try OMAD as my blood sugars would bottom out.1 -
mari_moulin wrote: »
Just a little motivation and inspiration for you all and also a little reminder to myself of how far I’ve come! I tend to be very hard on myself these days.
Your transformation is amazing! You have given me inspiration!1 -
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What a week already and it's only Tuesday. haha. I managed to get into the 2nd car accident of my entire life. Thankfully it was a small one. I got my new scale today. Yay. All scales are a little different but I'm sure it'll be fine. I also got my new running shoes. I went with the Asics. So far I really like them.
This week, I am really going to focus on calorie intake. I cleaned out my pantry and fridge and I have the worst habit of opening the fridge and looking for...something...and then getting frustrated and walking away. My emotional food association is so bad. I don't know where to start to fix that. I know it's mental/emotional. It's not physical.
I've started keeping a journal and writing down exactly what I'm feeling. It seems like putting it into words helps me identify it and thereby helps me address it.
We'll see!
Hope you all are staying sane and busy!
Username: Mellane30
Weighin Week: 05/04/2020
Weighin Day: Monday
Previous weight: Don't remember. I think it was 212 or 213
Current weight: 211.8
So sorry about your car accident! Let us know how the journal works out. It sounds like a great tool for working through the emotional food association.1 -
mari_moulin wrote: »Check-In: Tuesday, May 5th
•Log all food: Done ✔️
•Calories: Under ✔️
•Exercise: 5K run ✔️
•Water: 2L ✔️
•Steps: 17,395 ✔️
Good morning Team. Happy the scale is still creeping in the right direction. The changes I’ve made have been working. I decided to do OMAD on Monday’s, Wednesday’s, and Friday’s as it really helps with my tummy issues. The other days will be normal IF days for me. Yesterday, the boy’s begged for homemade chocolate chip cookies. I can never say no to an opportunity to bake. I’m very happy to say I only ate one.....and a half 😂 . And they had their fill of chocolate chip goodness. I’m not sure what I will be baking today but I think it will be more cookies. I just came in from my morning 5K run and I’m about to start homeschooling. Today is also grocery shopping day so it’s gonna be a busy one. Have a great HUMP DAY Downsizers ❤️
May goals:
•Log all food. The good the bad and the ugly!
•Stay on or under my allowed calorie goal.
•Do at least 30 minute workout each day.
•Drink at least 2L water each day.
•Reach at least 10,000 steps each day.
Great job on meeting your goals! Great control with the cookies. I am a Cookie Monster so cookies are banned from my house. Good thing the kids are grown up.1 -
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Tuesday’s check in
Calories: under
Exercise: 72 minute walk(5.74km), 20 minute cardio workout
Water:✅
home workout: 2/4
Steps 5/5 11,353
I really increased my pace walking yesterday but I can’t do that pace again as my knee was bothering me later. I have a package coming today so my walk is going to be the hill and parking lot( ours is really long) so I can be there when it comes.
Today’s goals
1. Walk ?km
2. Cardio workout video
3. Tai chi
4. Log all food accurately
5. Stay within calorie goal1 -
Good morning and happy Wednesday everyone! I'm trying to remember that weight loss isn't linear today... I step on the scale at the same time every morning. Logically, I know it's going to fluctuate, but today was the first day that I didn't lose so I was a little disappointed. On the positive side, I've lost about 3.4lbs since I joined the challenge and I've been consistent in logging, so I'm really happy with that!
Weigh-in week: 1
Weigh-in day: Wednesday
Previous week: 229
Current Weight: 225.6
I hope everyone else is having a great morning or day, depending on where you are. My goal for the day is to hit 10K steps.2 -
May 5 Check in
Steps: 10,049
Calories: Under
Water:1.8L (getting closer)
Exercise: 25min youtube beginner video and 20min walk
I have decided to make myself a weight chart with rewards for every 5 lbs as there are a few things that I want but don't really need so it is my justification for them. I am hoping this will help to motivate me.
Wednesday's Goals
- 12,000 steps
- 2L of water
- Finish my chart3 -
I also realized that I haven't been posting my steps, but if it's allowed I can catch myself up from my Fitbit.
Sunday, May 3: 5,689
Monday, May 4: 3,086
Tuesday, May 5: 10,2133 -
Previous weight 300.2
Current weight 298.7
Finally crossed that 300 line!4 -
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mari_moulin wrote: »
Just a little motivation and inspiration for you all and also a little reminder to myself of how far I’ve come! I tend to be very hard on myself these days.
WOW!!! Thank you for posting your pics ... I'd not seen them before. Awesome; WTG!!2 -
Hello Everyone! Welcome to all who are new to our team. The past 3 days have been an epic, ongoing, kerfluffle. The only thing I managed to keep under control was my eating and logging. In days past, I would have eaten a ton of chocolate to help the stress level but was able to stay on track!! WHEW!!
So, There's like 5 pages of posts to read thru just to catch up. LOL Hope Y'all have a great day!3 -
Steps for the Challenge:
5/3--11,130
5/4--11,807
5/5--12,288
I swear, I think I've struggled a little bit over the last month or two with the stages of grief over losing a sense of normalcy and control over my own life and all the relationships that have been put at a distance. I'm sure I'm not the only one, so thought I'd just throw it out there this morning and own it. Over the last week, though, something has changed. I've focused EACH DAY (one day at a time--sometimes one moment at a time) only on the things I have control over and tried to make them better each day--what I put in my mouth, how much water I drink (although not obsessing over a number), and being as active as possible doing things that make me happy. Quarantine is easing here, too, which helps, although I'm still very cautious. I'm feeling better and the scale is cooperating as well. Hoping the trend continues.
Got your steps in. Thank you!
You are certainly not alone in how you are feeling. It sens où have found a great way to cope with the difficulties we are currently facing. Focusing on what we can control is a game changer when it comes to how we are dealing with the quarantine blues.0 -
lindamtuck2018 wrote: »Tuesday’s check in
Calories: under
Exercise: 72 minute walk(5.74km), 20 minute cardio workout
Water:✅
home workout: 2/4
Steps 5/5 11,353
I really increased my pace walking yesterday but I can’t do that pace again as my knee was bothering me later. I have a package coming today so my walk is going to be the hill and parking lot( ours is really long) so I can be there when it comes.
Today’s goals
1. Walk ?km
2. Cardio workout video
3. Tai chi
4. Log all food accurately
5. Stay within calorie goal
Great job taking it up a notch with the walking. But You are right to listen to your body when it comes to aches and pains. Last thing you want is an injury that will prevent you from walking all together. Good luck with today’s goals.1 -
Good morning and happy Wednesday everyone! I'm trying to remember that weight loss isn't linear today... I step on the scale at the same time every morning. Logically, I know it's going to fluctuate, but today was the first day that I didn't lose so I was a little disappointed. On the positive side, I've lost about 3.4lbs since I joined the challenge and I've been consistent in logging, so I'm really happy with that!
Weigh-in week: 1
Weigh-in day: Wednesday
Previous week: 229
Current Weight: 225.6
I hope everyone else is having a great morning or day, depending on where you are. My goal for the day is to hit 10K steps.
That is an amazing loss! You’ve done so well so far and we are just starting the month! Keep up with your consistent logging and keep checking in daily. Nothing keeps us kore accountable that checking in with others.I also realized that I haven't been posting my steps, but if it's allowed I can catch myself up from my Fitbit.
Sunday, May 3: 5,689
Monday, May 4: 3,086
Tuesday, May 5: 10,213
Thanks! Got them in!1 -
destiny_sierra wrote: »May 5 Check in
Steps: 10,049
Calories: Under
Water:1.8L (getting closer)
Exercise: 25min youtube beginner video and 20min walk
I have decided to make myself a weight chart with rewards for every 5 lbs as there are a few things that I want but don't really need so it is my justification for them. I am hoping this will help to motivate me.
Wednesday's Goals
- 12,000 steps
- 2L of water
- Finish my chart
Weight chart with rewards is such a great idea! Sometimes the smallest of rewards makes it all worth it and truly keeps us going. Can’t wait to know what you get after your first 5 down!!1 -
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Hello Everyone! Welcome to all who are new to our team. The past 3 days have been an epic, ongoing, kerfluffle. The only thing I managed to keep under control was my eating and logging. In days past, I would have eaten a ton of chocolate to help the stress level but was able to stay on track!! WHEW!!
So, There's like 5 pages of posts to read thru just to catch up. LOL Hope Y'all have a great day!
Hope things settle down a bit for you. Glad you were able to control your intake and you were strong enough to turn away from temptation.2 -
Thank you so much! Consistency has always been my biggest challenge so I'm really going to make the effort to focus on that more.mari_moulin wrote: »That is an amazing loss! You’ve done so well so far and we are just starting the month! Keep up with your consistent logging and keep checking in daily. Nothing keeps us kore accountable that checking in with others.
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Good morning and happy Wednesday everyone! I'm trying to remember that weight loss isn't linear today... I step on the scale at the same time every morning. Logically, I know it's going to fluctuate, but today was the first day that I didn't lose so I was a little disappointed. On the positive side, I've lost about 3.4lbs since I joined the challenge and I've been consistent in logging, so I'm really happy with that!
Weigh-in week: 1
Weigh-in day: Wednesday
Previous week: 229
Current Weight: 225.6
I hope everyone else is having a great morning or day, depending on where you are. My goal for the day is to hit 10K steps.
Congrats on the awesome loss! It is important not to let scale fluctuations get to you cause as you said weight loss isn’t linear.2 -
destiny_sierra wrote: »May 5 Check in
Steps: 10,049
Calories: Under
Water:1.8L (getting closer)
Exercise: 25min youtube beginner video and 20min walk
I have decided to make myself a weight chart with rewards for every 5 lbs as there are a few things that I want but don't really need so it is my justification for them. I am hoping this will help to motivate me.
Wednesday's Goals
- 12,000 steps
- 2L of water
- Finish my chart
Great idea with the weight chart. I might have to steal this one for me!1 -
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Hello Everyone! Welcome to all who are new to our team. The past 3 days have been an epic, ongoing, kerfluffle. The only thing I managed to keep under control was my eating and logging. In days past, I would have eaten a ton of chocolate to help the stress level but was able to stay on track!! WHEW!!
So, There's like 5 pages of posts to read thru just to catch up. LOL Hope Y'all have a great day!
Well done on staying on track!1
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