DOWNSIZERS Team Chat - MAY 2020

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  • lindamtuck2018
    lindamtuck2018 Posts: 9,836 Member
    Ceck-In: Thursday, May 21st

    •Log all food: Nope ❌
    •Calories: Yes ✔️
    •Exercise: morning and afternoon walk ✔️
    •Water: 2L ✔️
    •Steps: 12,537✔️


    TGIF team! Well not the best week but I’m gonna just accept it and move forward. The scale is up quite a bit and I know for a fact that tomorrow’s weigh in is NOT going to be pretty. I have done so well this month up until this past week. I’ve gotten off track with my IF and OMAD and it shows on the scale. I will get myself back on track next week I promise. My husband took this past week off and we’ve done lots of snacking and drinking. On top of this it’s been a busy week with lots of appointments. I haven’t done one run this week as I’ve been too tired. I have done several walks tho so I’m proud that I’ve at least done that much. We have people coming back for a second visit next week as it seems they really likes the house. The realtor said they are asking if we are willing to negotiate on the price. Fingers crossed this is it and we no longer need to worry about visits. It’s so stressful with having everyone home and covid and all that mess. Fingers crossed these people decide on buying the house. They seem like good people.

    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.

    You have a lot going on so I am glad you are proud of the walks. I hope the people come through and buy your house.
  • lindamtuck2018
    lindamtuck2018 Posts: 9,836 Member
    jennt817 wrote: »
    Hi happy FriYAY!
    Jennt817
    Pw: 143
    Cw: 140
    Yay!!! 😊💕😊🥳

    That is an amazing loss! Well done!
  • lindamtuck2018
    lindamtuck2018 Posts: 9,836 Member
  • lindamtuck2018
    lindamtuck2018 Posts: 9,836 Member
    Thursday’s check in
    Calories: under
    Exercise: 76 minute walk
    Water: not enough

    Steps 5/21 12,157

    PW 209.8
    CW 208.4

    My weight is down but I am up a pound from the last few days. I think it may have been some water retention due to the hot weather. I am delighted with my loss though.

    I managed to get 5.02 km in yesterday. It was hot and I was going to stick close to home to see how I felt but the hill crushed me. So I walked through the neighborhood. I think I might go to the park today. We are in for some really hot humid weather starting tomorrow and continuing for 6 days. Last year, once the hot humid weather started, I used the outdoor pool when it opened in June instead of a walk. I don’t think it will open this year due to covid.

    I am extremely excited and happy. My granddaughters are coming over for the entire weekend. They have some requests in for some unhealthy meals and snacks. I am going to allow it for this weekend. I can’t wait to give them the biggest hug today. I haven’t hugged them since March 16th.

    Today’s goals
    1. 5+ km
    2. Log all food even any bad snacks
    3. Do not over indulge in the snacks, pizza( one of my favourites), etc
    4. Drink 8 cups of water
  • panda4153
    panda4153 Posts: 418 Member
    cesse47 wrote: »
    All of the above is more of a wish list at this point. I live in Midland MI which if you haven't heard has been devastated by a 500 year catastrophic flood. We had over two days of extremely heavy rainfall. This on top of it already being flood season for us. We live downstream of 5 dams. The northern most dam was overflowing. The second also. The third and fourth breached entirely. The closest dam held but had full berm failure. This sent an unbelievable historic level of water onto us. My city evacuated more than 11,000 people safely. No reported deaths; minimal injuries thus far.

    I went over two days with no sleep monitoring all the emergency sites, news reports, etc. to keep track of the flooding and evacuations. My brother was part of the first group evacuated and he moved to a daughter's home and they were evacuated about 3 hours later. They all moved to another daughter's house. I sent my granddaughter and her three dogs to her aunt's home about 30 miles east of us which would keep her out of harm's way. I had my car packed for my cat and I and in the driveway (in case of loss of power and garage not open). So, if it became necessary, I'd be ready to evacuate. I had a route planned with no bridges to ensure I'd not get stopped because of water over the road or bridges out. Luckily for me, the water crested at 35 feet (a 500 year historic record) so I did not need to evacuate. My water, power, and sewer are fine and fully functional. A true blessing!!

    My brother estimates his home has at least 5 feet of water inside it. Governor Whitmer came to Midland yesterday, did an aerial tour of the devastation over many miles and several counties. Declared a State of Emergency. Graciously praised our Emergency teams for all their preplanning and for the ongoing evacuation efforts.

    Now we are in a waiting game. Flood waters have to recede enough that damage assessments can be started. Then recede even more before homeowners can get in to assess their damages and start the recovery process. We're also praying that the dam closest to us, Sanford Dam, does not collapse. Recovery will be a very long process.

    Please send your prayers to all those impacted by the dam failures and the resulting flooding in Gladwin County, Clare County, and Midland County. Thank you. <3

    You have my prayers, stay safe, and healthy!!
    Ceck-In: Thursday, May 21st

    •Log all food: Nope ❌
    •Calories: Yes ✔️
    •Exercise: morning and afternoon walk ✔️
    •Water: 2L ✔️
    •Steps: 12,537✔️


    TGIF team! Well not the best week but I’m gonna just accept it and move forward. The scale is up quite a bit and I know for a fact that tomorrow’s weigh in is NOT going to be pretty. I have done so well this month up until this past week. I’ve gotten off track with my IF and OMAD and it shows on the scale. I will get myself back on track next week I promise. My husband took this past week off and we’ve done lots of snacking and drinking. On top of this it’s been a busy week with lots of appointments. I haven’t done one run this week as I’ve been too tired. I have done several walks tho so I’m proud that I’ve at least done that much. We have people coming back for a second visit next week as it seems they really likes the house. The realtor said they are asking if we are willing to negotiate on the price. Fingers crossed this is it and we no longer need to worry about visits. It’s so stressful with having everyone home and covid and all that mess. Fingers crossed these people decide on buying the house. They seem like good people.

    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.

    We all fall off our tracks sometimes, that’s why it’s a journey. As long as you keep moving forward you will get to your goals!!
    Thursday’s check in
    Calories: under
    Exercise: 76 minute walk
    Water: not enough

    Steps 5/21 12,157

    PW 209.8
    CW 208.4

    My weight is down but I am up a pound from the last few days. I think it may have been some water retention due to the hot weather. I am delighted with my loss though.

    I managed to get 5.02 km in yesterday. It was hot and I was going to stick close to home to see how I felt but the hill crushed me. So I walked through the neighborhood. I think I might go to the park today. We are in for some really hot humid weather starting tomorrow and continuing for 6 days. Last year, once the hot humid weather started, I used the outdoor pool when it opened in June instead of a walk. I don’t think it will open this year due to covid.

    I am extremely excited and happy. My granddaughters are coming over for the entire weekend. They have some requests in for some unhealthy meals and snacks. I am going to allow it for this weekend. I can’t wait to give them the biggest hug today. I haven’t hugged them since March 16th.

    Today’s goals
    1. 5+ km
    2. Log all food even any bad snacks
    3. Do not over indulge in the snacks, pizza( one of my favourites), etc
    4. Drink 8 cups of water

    Great Loss - I understand water weight it’s the Bain of my existence.
  • Piqueaboo
    Piqueaboo Posts: 1,193 Member
    Steps:

    Wednesday, May 20: 5 455
    Thursday, May 21: 20 189
  • 888Angie888
    888Angie888 Posts: 890 Member
    Steps 5/21: 13,553
  • Murphyi150
    Murphyi150 Posts: 54 Member
    May 22. 7649 steps.
  • cesse47
    cesse47 Posts: 947 Member
    Weigh In Day -- Saturday, May 23, 2020


    SW - 308.6
    LW - 290.4
    CW - 292.1
  • lindamtuck2018
    lindamtuck2018 Posts: 9,836 Member
    Friday’s check in
    Calories: over
    Exercise: 1hr 41min walk
    Water: not enough

    Steps 5/22 14,641

    I have to work on drinking my water today. That’s 2 days in a row I didn’t meet my goal. I have been finding it tougher this week to get the water in.

    Yesterday I walked 6.51km. It was a slow one again. I am off grocery shopping in a few but after if I don’t have any trouble with my leg I will go for a walk with the grandkids.

    My biggest project today is to put our air conditioners in. Our apartment is like an oven with out them.

    Today’s goals
    1. Walk
    2. Drink 8 cups water
    3. Stay within calorie goal
    4. Log all food accurately
    5. Install air conditioners
  • FormerlyFit48
    FormerlyFit48 Posts: 45 Member
    FormerlyFit48
    Last week: 220.5
    Current 220

    Linda, you are amazing. You’re the only person I know up earlier than me on a Saturday Morning lol. Happy Healthy Memorial Day to all xxxo
  • dabbers18
    dabbers18 Posts: 52 Member
    SW...222.4
    CW....221.0
    LOSS...1.4LB
    STEPS...38095 a gain of 6327
    Been a strange week as I've tended to mimic hubby and his habit of sleeping and not doing much!!! Then I kicked myself and stopped it, this lockdown is doing strange things to me. I've made him get out and walk with me. Not far but enuff for him. My eating is hit and miss as he has lost his appetite aswell as over 2 stone( drastic way to lose it tho).
    I've started to do solo challenges on my fit bit and I'm loving seeing photos and landmarks along the way. I can imagine that walk round the supermarket is in Yosemite park😁😁.
    I've now told him that this week we will be doing more walking so we build him up to the 3 miles daily......its hard work to get him doing it.
    Hoping to do much better next week.
    Have a great week everyone ❤❤
  • 888Angie888
    888Angie888 Posts: 890 Member
    Steps 5/22: 20,474
  • kerdil08
    kerdil08 Posts: 60 Member
    CW: 209.8

    I'm really failing at being engaged right now so I apologize; I am hoping to be way more involved with the chat after moving is over (hopefully early June), but for now I'm just always behind...oops. Good work to everyone step counting, and I will be joining you all soon!
  • metonymicalinsanity
    metonymicalinsanity Posts: 80 Member
    Saturday May 23 weigh in
    May SW: 317
    May 9: 311.6
    Last week, May 16: 304.4
    This week, May 22: 304.6

    That weigh in is deceptive. I fluctuated from a low of 303 something to a high of 308 this week. Lots of tasty meals, pizza last night, some snacks. But I also know the previous two weeks I was on a pretty precipitous weight loss track, so I think it’s fine to settle in at this weight for a few days.
    But the next week I’m really planning to amp things up. I just want to hit the 200s again!

    I did take it a bit easy earlier this week too to let my hamstring get better and it’s pretty much 100% now. So I’m back on the goal of 5 days a week of walking 3 miles. I’m also on track to hit 60 minutes of planking this month. And yesterday I did some pushups and jump rope as well. So I’m planning to mix it up a little with those workouts. Anyway, onward to next week!

  • destiny_sierra
    destiny_sierra Posts: 66 Member
    Hello Everyone, I apologize for being absent for so long, I don't even remember the last time I posted but I think it was last Saturday. This past week has had a few bad days in it and I honestly have not tracked any food since last Sunday. I have been mindful of what I was eating but certainly did not get enough water except for one day.
    The past 3 days have been much better though as we picked up my exercise companion on Thursday afternoon, a 5yr old Husky! We have a retriever at home but he is a cat outside so he wont go for Walks or a Hike.

    Weigh in Friday May 22
    SW - 245
    PW - 241.8
    CW - 237.8
    Steps
    Sunday May 17 - 5563
    Monday May 18 - 5865
    Tuesday May 19 - 7317
    Wednesday May 20 - 11,093
    Thursday May 21 - 11,424
    Friday May 22 - 15,937

    Today's Goals
    - Over 15,000 steps
    - Over 2L Water
    - Track everything I eat

  • lindamtuck2018
    lindamtuck2018 Posts: 9,836 Member
    FormerlyFit48
    Last week: 220.5
    Current 220

    Linda, you are amazing. You’re the only person I know up earlier than me on a Saturday Morning lol. Happy Healthy Memorial Day to all xxxo

    Too early this morning! Congrats on the loss!
  • lindamtuck2018
    lindamtuck2018 Posts: 9,836 Member
    dabbers18 wrote: »
    SW...222.4
    CW....221.0
    LOSS...1.4LB
    STEPS...38095 a gain of 6327
    Been a strange week as I've tended to mimic hubby and his habit of sleeping and not doing much!!! Then I kicked myself and stopped it, this lockdown is doing strange things to me. I've made him get out and walk with me. Not far but enuff for him. My eating is hit and miss as he has lost his appetite aswell as over 2 stone( drastic way to lose it tho).
    I've started to do solo challenges on my fit bit and I'm loving seeing photos and landmarks along the way. I can imagine that walk round the supermarket is in Yosemite park😁😁.
    I've now told him that this week we will be doing more walking so we build him up to the 3 miles daily......its hard work to get him doing it.
    Hoping to do much better next week.
    Have a great week everyone ❤❤

    I need to start doing those solo challenges again. They are fun. Well done on the loss!
  • lindamtuck2018
    lindamtuck2018 Posts: 9,836 Member
    kerdil08 wrote: »
    CW: 209.8

    I'm really failing at being engaged right now so I apologize; I am hoping to be way more involved with the chat after moving is over (hopefully early June), but for now I'm just always behind...oops. Good work to everyone step counting, and I will be joining you all soon!

    Congrats on the loss! Moving is hard. As much as I would like a bigger place, I can’t stomach the thought of moving.
  • lindamtuck2018
    lindamtuck2018 Posts: 9,836 Member
    Saturday May 23 weigh in
    May SW: 317
    May 9: 311.6
    Last week, May 16: 304.4
    This week, May 22: 304.6

    That weigh in is deceptive. I fluctuated from a low of 303 something to a high of 308 this week. Lots of tasty meals, pizza last night, some snacks. But I also know the previous two weeks I was on a pretty precipitous weight loss track, so I think it’s fine to settle in at this weight for a few days.
    But the next week I’m really planning to amp things up. I just want to hit the 200s again!

    I did take it a bit easy earlier this week too to let my hamstring get better and it’s pretty much 100% now. So I’m back on the goal of 5 days a week of walking 3 miles. I’m also on track to hit 60 minutes of planking this month. And yesterday I did some pushups and jump rope as well. So I’m planning to mix it up a little with those workouts. Anyway, onward to next week!

    Pizza will give you water weight. I had pizza last night and I was up 3 pounds this morning.
  • lindamtuck2018
    lindamtuck2018 Posts: 9,836 Member
    Hello Everyone, I apologize for being absent for so long, I don't even remember the last time I posted but I think it was last Saturday. This past week has had a few bad days in it and I honestly have not tracked any food since last Sunday. I have been mindful of what I was eating but certainly did not get enough water except for one day.
    The past 3 days have been much better though as we picked up my exercise companion on Thursday afternoon, a 5yr old Husky! We have a retriever at home but he is a cat outside so he wont go for Walks or a Hike.

    Weigh in Friday May 22
    SW - 245
    PW - 241.8
    CW - 237.8
    Steps
    Sunday May 17 - 5563
    Monday May 18 - 5865
    Tuesday May 19 - 7317
    Wednesday May 20 - 11,093
    Thursday May 21 - 11,424
    Friday May 22 - 15,937

    Today's Goals
    - Over 15,000 steps
    - Over 2L Water
    - Track everything I eat

    That is an awesome loss! Enjoy your new pup.
  • michelleywardell
    michelleywardell Posts: 84 Member
    May 21 11370
    May 22 6110
    May 23 9175

    I guess I've been slacking a bit. I may be up tomorrow in my weight.

    You all, on the other hand, are doing amazing.
  • Murphyi150
    Murphyi150 Posts: 54 Member
    May 23. 6958 steps.
  • Piqueaboo
    Piqueaboo Posts: 1,193 Member
    Steps:
    Friday, May 22: 16 947
    Saturday, May 23: 19 536
    Sunday, May 24: will update final result tomorrow

    Weigh-in:
    Username: Piqueaboo
    Weigh-in week: 4
    Weigh-in day: Sunday
    May Start Weight: 195.6
    Previous weight: 198
    Current weight: 196.4

    May Loss: +0.8lbs

    Total Loss to date: -52.6lbs

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    I log pretty much everything I eat + drink, and according to my Fitbit I'm burning more calories than I am consuming, for this week I'm in a deficit of 9000 cals and yet I seem to be moving upwards. I could have done better with food choices, but that shouldn't matter because I am burning the calories, so if it's broccoli or a burger, it shouldn't make a difference, or am I wrong?

    For next week I'm going to dial it back a bit and eat like I did during the beginning of confinement - porridge for breakfast, rice + veg for lunch and meat/fish and salad for dinner - plus my 3l of water. Maybe that'll get the needle moving again. I'm sad overall, at the beginning of all this I laid out a very ambitious plan and should have reached around 182 this week, and I'm off so far it hurts a bit. Maybe I should increase my calories? Although I eat back some of my exercise calories. Or should I stop doing that? Work out more?

    Anyway, I'm very proud of my workout consistency and the fact that I'm walking so much - it's so good for my mindset. I need to do better in the water department (this week I didn't pay that much attention to it) and sleep - maybe that's the key to unlock everything.

    Well done everyone, it's been inspiring to follow you all! Here's to next week!

  • lindamtuck2018
    lindamtuck2018 Posts: 9,836 Member
    May 21 11370
    May 22 6110
    May 23 9175

    I guess I've been slacking a bit. I may be up tomorrow in my weight.

    You all, on the other hand, are doing amazing.

    Doesn’t matter if you are up or down, we are still here to support you!
  • TeresaW1020
    TeresaW1020 Posts: 3,231 Member
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  • lindamtuck2018
    lindamtuck2018 Posts: 9,836 Member
    Piqueaboo wrote: »
    Steps:
    Friday, May 22: 16 947
    Saturday, May 23: 19 536
    Sunday, May 24: will update final result tomorrow

    Weigh-in:
    Username: Piqueaboo
    Weigh-in week: 4
    Weigh-in day: Sunday
    May Start Weight: 195.6
    Previous weight: 198
    Current weight: 196.4

    May Loss: +0.8lbs

    Total Loss to date: -52.6lbs

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    I log pretty much everything I eat + drink, and according to my Fitbit I'm burning more calories than I am consuming, for this week I'm in a deficit of 9000 cals and yet I seem to be moving upwards. I could have done better with food choices, but that shouldn't matter because I am burning the calories, so if it's broccoli or a burger, it shouldn't make a difference, or am I wrong?

    For next week I'm going to dial it back a bit and eat like I did during the beginning of confinement - porridge for breakfast, rice + veg for lunch and meat/fish and salad for dinner - plus my 3l of water. Maybe that'll get the needle moving again. I'm sad overall, at the beginning of all this I laid out a very ambitious plan and should have reached around 182 this week, and I'm off so far it hurts a bit. Maybe I should increase my calories? Although I eat back some of my exercise calories. Or should I stop doing that? Work out more?

    Anyway, I'm very proud of my workout consistency and the fact that I'm walking so much - it's so good for my mindset. I need to do better in the water department (this week I didn't pay that much attention to it) and sleep - maybe that's the key to unlock everything.

    Well done everyone, it's been inspiring to follow you all! Here's to next week!

    Technically what you consume doesn’t make a difference. Are you logging all your food accurately? Try using a food scale for awhile if you are not already . My granddaughter gave me some of her M&Ms last night. I figured I had a serving. I weighed it and it was closer to 2 servings. A difference of all most 200 calories. So little things can add up. Personally, I am going to make sure I get back to using my food scale. I do eat back some of my exercise calories.

    I think it is great you are working out consistently. I find walking does help me also. Keep up the great work!

  • lindamtuck2018
    lindamtuck2018 Posts: 9,836 Member
    Saturday’s check in
    Calories: over
    Exercise: none
    Water: not enough

    Steps 5/23 9,017

    The weekend was a bust when it came to staying within calories. I didn’t say no to some snacks that I shouldn’t have. I have to get a grip on my weekends. It is stalling my weight loss.

    I had no walk yesterday but I am planning on going on one today with my granddaughter. This week I am going to have to try and do my walk as soon as I get up due to the heat.

    Today’s goals
    1. Walk ?km
    2. Stay within calorie goal
    3. Log all food accurately
    4. Drink 8 cups of water
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