Downsizers Team Chat - August 2020
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Is your sleeping pill prescription? I had to stop taking Ambien because I would eat tons of food and not be cognizant of it at all! It wasn't until I'd wake up and see food out that I'd realize what I had done. I was also ordering things off of Amazon without knowing I had done it until it showed up... it was a pretty weird time!lindamtuck2018 wrote: »I had trouble again with the eating last night again. I am beginning to wonder if the sleeping pill I am taking is contributing to this. It may be causing me to be less aware of what I am doing. I am going to try and not take it for a few nights. It may make a difference.
I have physio for my shoulder this morning. I am hoping he tapes it again today as I think it helped last time. If the weather cooperates I will walk home so I get a walk in today. I have been slacking on my walking lately and my Fitbit report is going to suck for last week. Going to aim to get better numbers in all areas of the report for this week.
That's a great loss! Congratulations! Do you have the round bands or the ones you hook on the door? I use both so if you'd be ok with youtube videos, I can send you some recommendations.melichalupa wrote: »Monday weigh in:
PW......173
CW......170
LOSS....3-ish lbs
So the plateau is steadily coming down, after a 4mile walk on Saturday and today we are going to try these new resistance bands I got. I’m going the strength training route to get a hold of things. Anyone have some strength training workouts or tips???
I have the round rubber band like ones. I tried to use them with a pop sugar YouTube workout and they keep riding up... so annoying!0 -
Phewwwww... not sure where this energy came from ...but I have done 2 workouts today .... a 20 minute kettlebells workout which is a 8 week program ..and then I just got done doing 36 out of 60 minutes of aerobics ...I guess I am making up for last week ...
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8/17 Steps: 90001
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lindamtuck2018 wrote: »Sunday’s check in
Calories: over
Exercise: none
Water:✅
Steps: 6,206
I had trouble again with the eating last night again. I am beginning to wonder if the sleeping pill I am taking is contributing to this. It may be causing me to be less aware of what I am doing. I am going to try and not take it for a few nights. It may make a difference.
I have physio for my shoulder this morning. I am hoping he tapes it again today as I think it helped last time. If the weather cooperates I will walk home so I get a walk in today. I have been slacking on my walking lately and my Fitbit report is going to suck for last week. Going to aim to get better numbers in all areas of the report for this week.
Happy Monday!
Daily goals
1. No late night snacking
Thanks for your comment about my check this week
it may sound really simple but have you tried when you have cravings at night to drink a big glass of water before hand? I find if I do this (not just at night time) then it makes me feel fuller, sometimes it doesn't work and I cave in anyway but sometimes it's the mind/body misjudging hunger and instead it needs hydration. Not sure how much water you manage to get in each day but thought it may be a suggestion
Thanks for the suggestion. I did drink the water last night and even though I did eat it was less than I usually would.0 -
Cesse - age 72 - Check-In
308.6 lbs - starting weight on 3/28
295.4 lbs - weighin on 04/30 -- (-13.2 Total Loss to date)
291.2 lbs - weighin on 05/30 -- loss = 4.2 lbs for month of May (17.4 lb Total Loss To Date)
293.2 lbs - weighin on 06/27 -- gain = 2.0 lbs for month of June (15.4 lb Total Loss To Date)
289.8 lbs - weighin on 07/25 -- loss = 3.4 lbs for month of July (18.8 lb Total Loss To Date)
291.2 lbs - weighin on 08/01 -- gain = 1.4 lbs -- (17.4 lb total loss to date)
294.8 lbs - weighin on 08/08 -- gain = 5.4 lbs -- (12.0 lb total loss to date)
291.4 lbs - weighin on 08/15 -- loss = 3.4 lbs -- (15.4 lb total loss to date)
August Mini Goal -- 285 lbs - (need to lose 6.2 lbs or 1.5/week)
First Major Goal = Onederland
Goal Weight = 165 lbs
AUGUST GOALS ---
(1) Log everything; Drink 10+ water; minimize sodium where possible
(2) Exercise 30 min minimum (3000 steps) 5 days each week / LOG
(3) Clean 30 min per day: house or yard or declutter / LOG
(4) Do stretches and Yoga 5 days each week / LOG
(5) Stay within MFP daily goal; not exercise adjusted goal / LOG
(6) Once each week, get out of the house and do something FUN
STEP CHALLENGE ---
08/01 - 08/05 -- 3000 each day
08/06 - 08/15 -- previously reported
08/17 - 3000
TASKS FOR TODAY ---
Do 20 min stretches and 30 min of walking
Feed & Water animals -- done
Water outside plants -- done
Gather trash and take to bins
Clean Litter boxes and take to bins
Clean bathroom floor, mop, clean stool
Dishes - wash, dry, put away
Groceries - receive, sterilize where needed, put away
Declutter 15 min in bedroom
Last week totally focused on getting my gain whittled down and did have a good loss. Will try to do so again this week. Have restarted my daily plan so I can track everything and list my tasks for the day.
Typically, I post in two groups and 2-3 individual threads. After I had such a large gain, I decided to post only my daily check-in with Downsizers, to stop all activities in all other threads, and focus only on my daily housekeeping chores, my outside yardwork, my mini exercise breaks, and getting my eating back on track. Spent about half an hour each day researching binge eating, cravings, motivation, snacking, late night eating, etc. The cravings and late night snacking were out of control that whole week before my gain. Mentally, I feel like I'm back on track and ready to roll!! Here's hoping we all have a successful week!! 🌞
Are you finding any good information in your research? I want to find a good book regarding binge eating and overcoming it. I am glad you are back in the game. I know you have been through so much stuff the last while and you always get through it. You are very strong and determined.melichalupa wrote: »Monday weigh in:
PW......173
CW......170
LOSS....3-ish lbs
So the plateau is steadily coming down, after a 4mile walk on Saturday and today we are going to try these new resistance bands I got. I’m going the strength training route to get a hold of things. Anyone have some strength training workouts or tips???
That’s an impressive loss’. I am glad you broke through your plateau. I don’t strength train right now but I know there are some great videos on YouTube. Lots of these will show you proper form for doing an exercise. I am assuming you are doing the training at home. I was doing a video for awhile that gave you a total body workout.pandygirl1 wrote: »Just checking in to see how everyone is doing.
Still not feeling myself today, my left hip and my neck are both hurting really bad. 😒 Probably won't do exercises or much of anything else, until the pain subsides.
Hope everyone has a great day. 🌝
Feel better soon! Take it easy until everything settles down.Daily Post August 16
Tracked: Yes
Under Calorie: Yes
Exercise: Rest day
Steps: 3172
Water: 70oz
Went and got a pedicure with my mom and sister in law for the upcoming wedding, hung out at my parents house and had a complete rest day. It was nice. I've done way better on the frosting front lol. Have managed to make more flowers for the cake without eating them.
If you need a taste tester just send them my way. 😂 Great job though on not eating them. Pedicures are so nice. I just had one a few weeks ago.1 -
lindamtuck2018 wrote: »I had trouble again with the eating last night again. I am beginning to wonder if the sleeping pill I am taking is contributing to this. It may be causing me to be less aware of what I am doing. I am going to try and not take it for a few nights. It may make a difference.
I have physio for my shoulder this morning. I am hoping he tapes it again today as I think it helped last time. If the weather cooperates I will walk home so I get a walk in today. I have been slacking on my walking lately and my Fitbit report is going to suck for last week. Going to aim to get better numbers in all areas of the report for this week.
Is your sleeping pill prescription? I had to stop taking Ambien because I would eat tons of food and not be cognizant of it at all! It wasn't until I'd wake up and see food out that I'd realize what I had done. I was also ordering things off of Amazon without knowing I had done it until it showed up... it was a pretty weird time!Steps for August 16... I'm going to take what I have on my fitbit and add an estimate from after it died and I took it off. I was at 5,503 at just before 3pm when I last looked. My sisters and I threw an 80th birthday party for my mom at one of their houses. They have an upstairs and downstairs deck, so I'd say I got another 3k just running things up and down. I'm going with 8,000.
Yes it is a prescription. I did take it last night but I am going to skip it tonight for sure. I don’t do well if I don’t sleep so I have to find a happy balance.
Did your Fitbit die as in need charging or did it give out? Mine broke a few months back and I was so lost without it.0 -
Another day of goals achieved 👍0
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mari_moulin wrote: »Hey team quick check in. I’m exhausted lol. This is putting it lightly actually. I have never been so sore, so tired, so completely done in my life. The move is finished but now comes the chore of unpacking and sorting everything out in the new place. My nephew just left yesterday and this morning we got a call from my In-laws that they are coming tomorrow for a visit. They will be staying for at least a week. Oh boy. I spent my day trying to clean a little. I need a break.
I’m really sorry I haven’t been able to participate as much as I was. I’ve missed my team and my down time catching up with you amazing people. I can not wait for things to settle down here.
You have a crazy busy summer going on. I hope you get a rest soon. Enjoy your visit with your in-laws. When things settle down we look forward to hearing lots from you.Megan_smartiepants1970 wrote: »Phewwwww... not sure where this energy came from ...but I have done 2 workouts today .... a 20 minute kettlebells workout which is a 8 week program ..and then I just got done doing 36 out of 60 minutes of aerobics ...I guess I am making up for last week ...
Send some energy my way. Don’t over do it on your foot.0 -
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Monday’s check in
Calories: over
Exercise: 17 minute walk
Water:✅
Steps: 5,584
My eating last night did put me over in calories but not as bad as it has been. I am going to keep using the tips you guys have been giving me and tonight I am not going to take my sleeping pill for sure. I am positive I will get a grip on the eating.
Today is my granddaughter’s 8th birthday. We are going out to breakfast and then we are taking her shopping for the day. We are having supper at my daughters and we are having a delicious homemade cheesecake to celebrate.
Have a great Tuesday!
Daily goals
1. No late night snacking2 -
Daily Post August 17
Tracked: Yes
Under Calorie: Yes
Exercise: Yes
Steps: 10742
Water: 113 oz
It was my son's first day of pre-K so no walk with him in the middle of the day like we've been doing. I went out at night at took an hour walk around the neighborhood. I did too much snacking yesterday. I think the stress of the wedding is getting to me already. I stayed under calorie due to my exercise calories but I haven't been that high for calories in a little while now. Starting tomorrow I'm basically not gonna leave my kitchen for 3 days so I'm not sure how my steps will be for the rest of the week. If I get enough done during the day maybe I can try for my nightly walk, we will see.3 -
28 haveitall2020
Pw: 237.7
Cw: 239.2
Sorry team it's a gain.
Hope you are all fine2 -
28Haveitall2020 wrote: »28 haveitall2020
Pw: 237.7
Cw: 239.2
Sorry team it's a gain.
Hope you are all fine
It is just a small hiccup on your journey .... I am sure you will have a loss next week ...Keep at it 1 -
Great to see everyone still continuing on their journey's .....I hope everyone has a Terrific day ...As for me yup I am extremely sore but I am about to do my kettle bell workout in a few ... this soreness will not get the better of me .. I will continue to push through and get stronger each and every day 1
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Daily Post August 17
Tracked: Yes
Under Calorie: Yes
Exercise: Yes
Steps: 10742
Water: 113 oz
It was my son's first day of pre-K so no walk with him in the middle of the day like we've been doing. I went out at night at took an hour walk around the neighborhood. I did too much snacking yesterday. I think the stress of the wedding is getting to me already. I stayed under calorie due to my exercise calories but I haven't been that high for calories in a little while now. Starting tomorrow I'm basically not gonna leave my kitchen for 3 days so I'm not sure how my steps will be for the rest of the week. If I get enough done during the day maybe I can try for my nightly walk, we will see.
You are going to miss him for your daily walks. I hope you are able to get out for your walk even if it is a short one. It may relieve some of the wedding stress.28Haveitall2020 wrote: »28 haveitall2020
Pw: 237.7
Cw: 239.2
Sorry team it's a gain.
Hope you are all fine
Never apologize! We all have ups and downs. You have had a very trying week. I know it will be a long process of grieving for you. Hugs!1 -
I actually did 60 minute aerobics and my 20 minute kettle bell workout ... I am feeling great and love this energy
Foot is not hurting to bad but I will listen to my body (finally I have learned this)
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Great ENERGY!!!!Megan_smartiepants1970 wrote: »I actually did 60 minute aerobics and my 20 minute kettle bell workout ... I am feeling great and love this energy
Foot is not hurting to bad but I will listen to my body (finally I have learned this)
Have a great day everyone
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melichalupa wrote: »
Great ENERGY!!!!Megan_smartiepants1970 wrote: »I actually did 60 minute aerobics and my 20 minute kettle bell workout ... I am feeling great and love this energy
Foot is not hurting to bad but I will listen to my body (finally I have learned this)
Have a great day everyone
Thanks ..I have energy but my body is sore
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8/18 Steps: 99001
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Goals achieved 👍1
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Megan_smartiepants1970 wrote: »I actually did 60 minute aerobics and my 20 minute kettle bell workout ... I am feeling great and love this energy
Foot is not hurting to bad but I will listen to my body (finally I have learned this)
Have a great day everyone
Great job Megan!0 -
What is your go to comfort food and how do you keep it under control?
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Tuesday’s check in
Calories: under
Exercise: lots of walking while shopping
Water:✅
Steps: 9,651
It was a great day celebrating my granddaughters birthday yesterday. I made good choices at the restaurant for breakfast. I had a smaller supper cause I knew the cheesecake my daughter made would have lots of calories. I did eat a bigger piece of cheesecake than I should have but I logged it. I did not have any late night eating last night and I hope it continues tonight.
My Dad was admitted to hospital yesterday. He had a heart attack back in March and also received a pacemaker. I am hoping it is only for a few days. He lives in Newfoundland and I am in Ontario. Newfoundland has their borders closed to most of the rest of Canada so I can’t really go there. I am just praying that everything will be ok.
I am busy today getting the apartment ready for some upgrades they are doing tomorrow.
Have a super Wednesday!
Daily goals
1. No late night snacking3 -
lindamtuck2018 wrote: »
What is your go to comfort food and how do you keep it under control?
My comfort food is potato chips. I will eat a family size bag in one sitting. To keep it under control I only buy a small snack size when I want them.0 -
Goals achieved 👍
Hi, great job on meeting your goals. You actually are on the Mission Slimpossible team. Here is a link to their team chat: https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10805519/mission-slimpossible-team-chat-august-2020#latest
Good luck with your weight loss journey!0 -
Morning All.... well I guess I have over did it the past 2 days ... I have a headache and sore throat ....this couldn't of come at the worst time .... Podiatrist appt. in the morning and we start back up with home schooling in the morning .... not sure if I am sick due to most of California being on fire or if I am just drained ...no workouts for me ...lots of fluids I am even making keto version of egg drop soup for lunch and plenty of rest ......I hope everyone else is doing good1
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lindamtuck2018 wrote: »lindamtuck2018 wrote: »
What is your go to comfort food and how do you keep it under control?
My comfort food is potato chips. I will eat a family size bag in one sitting. To keep it under control I only buy a small snack size when I want them.
Before I went keto/low carb Potato chips was my down fall ........now it seems to be Pistachios (at least I measure them ) I could eat a 5 lb bag if I wasn't weighing my food 1 -
I have forgotten to stop by and hold myself accountable. Well her goes, it was a disappointing week, while my weight has gone down, I will still post my exact weight on Monday 🥺
Monday 8/17 weight: 235.8 😵
Steps:
8/14:8,055
8/15:4,536 😔
8/16: 6,305
8/17: 7,096
8/18: 6,153
Water: a minimum of 40 ounces, not including what’s used for my morning coffee ☕️
Have I been tracking? Everyday! Sometimes I forget to put dinner, but I try to catch up the next day.
Do I exercise? Yes! EVERYDAY! This week has been a struggle, but I have been getting it in.
Goals: I have to get back to my minimum of 10,000 steps a day (Monday-Friday) so I will make it a point to get it at least for the next two days. In addition, tracking every little morsel.2 -
Catching up on steps too although for Wednesday and Thursday I didn't move much because I wasn't feeling well.
August 11: 7,276
August 12: 2,955
August 13: 3,902
Way to get that walk in! Hopefully you are feeling better! But doesn’t it feel great to go for that walk and soak in the scenery?
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