Bluetail6 wrote: »

I posted this on my wall earlier, and didn't paste it here, oops. I am still reading through the posts. A lot happens in a couple of days around here, lol!!

Thank you all, sincerely, for all your positive thoughts and prayers. My brother is ok. He will be traveling back to his main home tomorrow. He has been working on a house that he wants to sell that is out of state. He is on dialysis, and the problem was that they were unable to do it, because a clot had formed. He got to an out of town hospital, and they were able to treat the clot. He was able to get a partial session of dialysis on Saturday, and a full session today. The good news is that he is staying with our oldest brother till he travels home tomorrow.

Let us continue to be even more vigilant about our health. If you thought I seemed motivated before..... Wait till you see me now, lol. I never want to get to the point where I have to rely on medication and treatments to stay alive. Hence why am doing everything I can now to foster great health. We can do this, we will do this. I appreciate you all :-)!! Lee

That is good news about your brother. You are so right about being vigilant about our health. I always say if I knew 25 years ago what I do now I would have made some major changes years ago.

cabman wrote: »

@lindamtuck2018
the running program i am doing is a 5-10Km program, a follow on from a couch to 5k.
I picked up a card from the gym a while ago that is done by mibodycoach, but any references to their web page and google searches come up blank

I can try to post a photo if anyone is more interested,
but it basically consists of 4 runs a week slowly increasing the distances,
w = week, distances in km's
W1- 4,3,4
W2-3,3,4,5
W3- 4,4,4,6
W4- 4,4,4,6.5
W5- 4,4,3,7
W6- 4,4,3,7.5
W7- 4,4,4,8
W8- 4,4,4,8.5
W9- 5,4,3,9
W10- 5,4,3,10

I sometimes mix the runs up depending on my schedule or how i feel, and try to do quicker shorter runs, slow recovery runs , or do a pyramid session increasing speed every 0.5 or 1km. to make it more fun. i do most of my training on a treadmill at the gym, but should work in a road run once a week.

I started running a few years ago when i started to take weigh loss a bit more serious, and is one of the factors i know will make me successful, as it bures calories allowing me to to eat at higher number of calories that i am accustomed too.

my longest run so far a year or so ago (when i was at my lightest 78kgs) was a 21km run around a local mountain, which is 1/2 marathon distance. My current goal is to run around Rarotonga 32km, or at least Aitutaki 18km, both in the cook islands. - fingers cross the boarders reopen up.

the c25k program is a great starting point for anyone looking to start, as it starts off with a walk/run routine, and is 5 to 6 weeks before you need to complete a non stop run. ( i have my daughter on one of these programs atm)

i am no way an expert on running, there is plenty of information online, but i would recommend getting a proper shoe fitting at a specialist store if you are going to continue after a 5km program, spending the extra money on a good shoe, you do not want to pick up a foot injury by regular running longer distances.

sorry, my short post turned into a story, but it has distracted me from the pantry this evening.

This is just so inspiring. I can’t imagine running for 5km let alone 32km. I did run years ago but I had a knee replacement 4 years ago so I can’t run anymore. It would also be so pretty to run in the Cook Islands. I used to walk a lot but I have been dealing with nerve pain but I hope to get back to it. I know with walking I invested in a really good pair of shoes. It was worth every penny I spent. Thanks for explaining the program to me and I am sure it is good information for any of the runners on our team.

28Haveitall2020 wrote: »

Doing well and bing last night ....
Long story weight today
PW 240.3
CW 244.2

See you next Tuesday with goodnews

That binge monster. I did good last night until chocolate started calling my name. We only opened our Christmas presents and stockings on the weekend so I am dealing with Christmas treats in the apartment 2 weeks after the fact. I am sure you can get back on the program. Remember that’s not 4 pounds of weight gain. You are retaining lots of water and bloat from the binge.

@Beautyofdreams The workbook I've started is The Beck Diet Solution Weight Loss workbook and it has Daily Activities through 30 days. I am finding that it may take me 5 days to incorporate the action for 1 day. As an example "Eat while sitting down". I don't stand to eat but my negative habit is that I ALWAYS eat while watching TV or reading a book. I traced that back to my growing up - I would take a plate of food to my bedroom and read while I ate. My goal on this one is to shoot for 1 meal a day when I am not being distracted during eating. I couldn't even do that yesterday, it's like an addiction, but I will work on it.
The first 7 are 1)Review the advantages of Dieting and everyday, several times a day, read your list. 2) Commit to a diet plan - For me, I realized I was not getting enough protein and even on days that I was within my calories I was clutching my fists because I rarely felt satisfied. I decided to focus on upping my protein and watching carbs (@scorpiogirl170). I also faced the fact I don't like to cook and need high bulk, easy meals or I won't stay with my plan. Yesterday I cooked 4 oz 95% lean beef, added lots of cabbage slaw already cut, green onion, cucumber and Asian Dressing. It was awesome! 3) Eat while sitting down 4) Build your confidence 5)Slow down and be mindful
Beck emphasizes practicing skills such as determining if it is a craving or hunger and although I've heard this a MILLION times before, I decided to try it. He said to eat a big meal at the first of the day and then don't eat again until you feel hunger. Wow, this has worked for me for 3 days now and I've lost 3 pounds (I was up two pounds since weigh in) I know this is bloat but we all know that sometimes the bloat is as hard to lose as the real weight. New recipe that satisfies my carb craving: 3 eggs, 1 ripe banana, 1/4 tsp vanilla - mix very well and cook on griddle. I top with 1/4 cup berries and Cool Whip (if you have seen my food diary you know I am hooked on Cool whip) I have not had a LTD since the first of November and for once I'm excited to think I might. Oh, for the evening binge times I've planned ahead things to do: I called 2 friends, had coloring book and a game ready, and made myself clean house at that time, rather than sitting. If I sound excited - I am - hoping I might finally be on the track that you guys are on, to lose weight regularly. Have a great day!

@lindamtuck2018 For 2021 I will focus on craving vs. hunger and not have my life just be about weight. Ask for help! I've been doing counseling online regularly and I just scheduled a tutoring session to learn Norwegian. There are specialists out there in every area and I don't have to figure everything out for myself. Finally, stay connected to this group. You guys are so awesome and supportive and real - you share your sucess and challenges and that has helped a lot.

azkunk wrote: »

Tazaria87 wrote: »

lindamtuck2018 wrote: »

iHUSTLE4MUSCLE wrote: »

363days wrote: »

Way to go @hustle4muscle @sripalbhansali @beautyofdreams.
Feel free to share your piece of advice for the week. I love hearing what makes people successful.

lindamtuck2018 wrote: »

Impressive steps! Great job hitting all your goals. I was very excited to see your big loss this week. Congrats! Can you tell us some of the things that has helped you get on track?

Thank you @363days and @lindamtuck2018 😊

In case it helps anyone, and because you asked, but not as to say it's the right thing for all*; last week I did my usual workout routine (trying to burn about 1000 active calories each day while also focusing on strength work) and I dedicated more effort on my diet. I did carb cycling and intermittent fasting (20 hour fasts, eating in a 4 hour window). Kept my carbs under 100g mostly, and ate high protein (about 1g per my pound of body weight). Trying not to eat anything processed. Under 1400 calories per day. Planning to continue this week with the same. I made it through the weekend without cheats!

On Sundays I prep food for the week. Today: 12 boneless chicken breasts in the pressure cooker (takes 10 minutes!), steamed vegetables (broccoli, carrots, parsnips, brussel sprouts, cauliflower, asparagus) and one dozen boiled eggs (my spouse eats from this prep also).

*It is important to do what works for your own lifestyle, goals and nutritional needs.

It is interesting to read your routine. I love hearing about different ways to lose weight. I have picked up so much from my teammates. Just curious if you did your eggs in the instant pot. I got one for Christmas and I thought I read somewhere that it is so easy to do them in there and the shell comes off super easy.

I make my eggs in the instant pot using the trivet. 1 cup of water in the bottom, eggs on the trivet, pressure cook for 7 minutes

I find that 7 is too long for my pot ... it’s an 8qt. I cook mine on low pressure for 5/5/5 ... cook 5, natural release for 5 and ice bath for five. Perfect every time and shells slide right off

I haven't done the natural release for eggs. I'll try this next time and see if the shell comes off easier! Mine is a 6qt

@Tazaria87 wow, that is so motivating to have that change in your measurements!

Steps 1/11: 13,513

CW :187.6
PW: 187.2
SW: 187.2


Steps tracked 12,313

Disappointed in my weigh in, I guess my lunch out and cake last night for hubby’s birthday weren’t smart. I thought I did a good job other than that.

I had only been weighing in once per week but may need to check more often to make sure this additional ounces in the wrong direction come off.

Megan_smartiepants1970 wrote: »

I need the following people's steps by the end of the day please so that I can do our weekly winners post

@eaturpasta 1/8 & 1/9

Thank you for your cooperation

Sorry for the delay...
01/08 5201 steps plus 30 min yoga and 30 min bike
01/09 5661 steps plus 1 hour yoga
01/10 3992 steps plus 30 min yoga and 30 min bike
01/11 4325 steps plus 20 min yoga