Downsizers - January 2021 Team Chat
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@lindamtuck2018 @ihustle4muscle Thanks for the encouragement, guys. I have been ordering Mexican food for the last 3 weekends, then work to lose the water weight by weigh in day. I think this weekend I'm going to make something home-made, instead, to see if that cuts down on the sodium and gets me out of this cycle. I could eat Mexican every day of the week but I need to find a low cal way to get my fix. Does anyone have a good spicy recipe to recommend?
Mexican Cheese & Chicken stuffed Poblano Peppers it is keto but ohhhh so yummy1 -
Just a quick mid week check in. Currently ontop of things. Cravings and snacking has stopped, exercise is feeling good and sleeping well. Stress in check.
Scales are currently showing that I am track, and that is self motivating.
I always struggle 2nd half of the week, with exercise rest day, weekend etc.
Have a work fishing trip which will involve a little drinking, but also a chance to wind down. So if I can manage moderation, I should be looking good on monday.4 -
Look at this ISH y’all. This is what happens when you start working out. My muscles are in so much pain from my 2 sessions. I can’t move my arms nor sit properly on a dang toilet. I’ve gained 2.2 Lbs since last Saturday and it’s all due to muscle soreness/repair. No need to feel discouraged tho, I knew this would happen and I know it’s gonna come back down soon. Gotta keep at it.
Today is rest day as Sam doesn’t have school but we do plan on going out for a nice long walk with Jax. For today, ibuprofen and VoltarenActive cream to help with the soreness.
Blessed day Team 💪🏻❤️👍🏻
@Megan_smartiepants1970
Sunday - 9,657
Monday - 17,178
Tuesday - 18,930
Wednesday - coming 🔜
Thursday - coming 🔜
Friday - coming 🔜
Saturday - coming 🔜4 -
check in for Ja 19
Logging - yes
steps - 8963
So, I think I was holding for a few weeks and now I seem to be starting to release weight again. Overall, things are good, but I wish I had more steady work. On the other hand, I am trying to use extra time to do things like read and cook so as to get something out of my day.
I wish everyone a good day.4 -
I know this is totally un-weight related. I posted it earlier on my wall. I thought I would post it here
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Spent a lot of the day going through cc's and other statements I should have a month ago..... Found out on 1 cc and 2 different bank accounts money was being taken out for things neither my husband nor I, signed up for.... I was able to get the all of the charges reversed, except for one month on one account. It took time, but saved us over $130.00. That is the total, not a monthly amount. It took numerous phone calls, hang ups, and patience....
Please check your accounts.... I now have alerts on all of our accounts to call us, in case of suspicious charges. My fault for letting the holidays get in the way, but never again will I not spot check.4 -
Weight = 139.6lbs, which is also exactly what it was last week. Not so good.
I did do a bit of comfort eating, not like over the holidays but still should have tried harder to avoid it. Focus on for next week.5 -
@lindamtuck2018 @ihustle4muscle Thanks for the encouragement, guys. I have been ordering Mexican food for the last 3 weekends, then work to lose the water weight by weigh in day. I think this weekend I'm going to make something home-made, instead, to see if that cuts down on the sodium and gets me out of this cycle. I could eat Mexican every day of the week but I need to find a low cal way to get my fix. Does anyone have a good spicy recipe to recommend?
I just googled healthy Mexican recipes and also found some on Pinterest. I looked at a couple but beware as some of these are still high in sodium. Some recipes will give the nutritional values and you can see how much sodium they contain. I know the recommended sodium daily is under 2300mg but I aim to be under 2000mg because I am so sensitive to sodium. My dietitian recommended this for me.
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CW :185
PW: 186.2
SW: 187.2
Steps: 14,463
So happy for the loss. Gives me motivation to stick with my meal plan which is sometimes a lot of cooking. This week has been easy so far since breakfast has been the same for three days and lunch has been for two days. Last nights dinner was Columbian steak with onions and tomatoes. I probably would have never chosen this recipe on my own but it was a hit with everyone in the house including the two kids. Leftovers for lunch today and making a soup for dinner.
Started the new advanced portion of my current workout and definitely sore this week but mostly in a good way.
Also got great news today that my kids may be going back to school 4 days next month since they have determined there is very little inflection rate directly from the school even though our numbers are quite high in town.5 -
Just a quick mid week check in. Currently ontop of things. Cravings and snacking has stopped, exercise is feeling good and sleeping well. Stress in check.
Scales are currently showing that I am track, and that is self motivating.
I always struggle 2nd half of the week, with exercise rest day, weekend etc.
Have a work fishing trip which will involve a little drinking, but also a chance to wind down. So if I can manage moderation, I should be looking good on monday.
It feels so good when the scales are cooperating and we are in control. I weigh in on Friday’s to avoid any weight gain from weekend treats. I have done this since my WW days. I work on a weekly calorie average so I am able to work in my weekend treat. Enjoy your fishing trip. I miss fishing for trout when we go to Newfoundland every summer. Maybe this year we will be fishing again.mari_moulin wrote: »
Look at this ISH y’all. This is what happens when you start working out. My muscles are in so much pain from my 2 sessions. I can’t move my arms nor sit properly on a dang toilet. I’ve gained 2.2 Lbs since last Saturday and it’s all due to muscle soreness/repair. No need to feel discouraged tho, I knew this would happen and I know it’s gonna come back down soon. Gotta keep at it.
Today is rest day as Sam doesn’t have school but we do plan on going out for a nice long walk with Jax. For today, ibuprofen and VoltarenActive cream to help with the soreness.
Blessed day Team 💪🏻❤️👍🏻
@Megan_smartiepants1970
Sunday - 9,657
Monday - 17,178
Tuesday - 18,930
Wednesday - coming 🔜
Thursday - coming 🔜
Friday - coming 🔜
Saturday - coming 🔜
This is very insightful. I hope the soreness eases up soon. I haven’t done weights for a long time but I remember working with a trainer and not being able to lift my arms to wash my hair. 😂 Enjoy your walk!check in for Ja 19
Logging - yes
steps - 8963
So, I think I was holding for a few weeks and now I seem to be starting to release weight again. Overall, things are good, but I wish I had more steady work. On the other hand, I am trying to use extra time to do things like read and cook so as to get something out of my day.
I wish everyone a good day.
That is a relief when the weight starts to move downward again. What are you reading these days? I am switching between a Danielle Steel novel and weight loss help books. How is the walking? I see you have lots of steps. Well done!I know this is totally un-weight related. I posted it earlier on my wall. I thought I would post it here .
Spent a lot of the day going through cc's and other statements I should have a month ago..... Found out on 1 cc and 2 different bank accounts money was being taken out for things neither my husband nor I, signed up for.... I was able to get the all of the charges reversed, except for one month on one account. It took time, but saved us over $130.00. That is the total, not a monthly amount. It took numerous phone calls, hang ups, and patience....
Please check your accounts.... I now have alerts on all of our accounts to call us, in case of suspicious charges. My fault for letting the holidays get in the way, but never again will I not spot check.
Thanks for posting this as it reminded me to call the cable/wireless company. Every month an extra charge shows up on my daughters line for long distance to the states. The same day for the last few months. It’s bizarre as she doesn’t call the states at all.kdlgiannoulis wrote: »Weight = 139.6lbs, which is also exactly what it was last week. Not so good.
I did do a bit of comfort eating, not like over the holidays but still should have tried harder to avoid it. Focus on for next week.
Hang in there! Set some goals and focus on them for the week.0 -
CW :185
PW: 186.2
SW: 187.2
Steps: 14,463
So happy for the loss. Gives me motivation to stick with my meal plan which is sometimes a lot of cooking. This week has been easy so far since breakfast has been the same for three days and lunch has been for two days. Last nights dinner was Columbian steak with onions and tomatoes. I probably would have never chosen this recipe on my own but it was a hit with everyone in the house including the two kids. Leftovers for lunch today and making a soup for dinner.
Started the new advanced portion of my current workout and definitely sore this week but mostly in a good way.
Also got great news today that my kids may be going back to school 4 days next month since they have determined there is very little inflection rate directly from the school even though our numbers are quite high in town.
Congrats on the loss! I know how hard it is on parents to have the kids home. My daughter is pulling her hair out as she is in school herself. We find out today if they can go back on Monday. Our numbers have dropped over the last week so hopefully. Are you following a particular meal plan? Please tell us about it.1 -
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Tuesday’s Check In
Steps: 2,801 ❌
Tracked: ✅
Sleep: ✅
Water: ✅
Healthy snacks: ✅
My steps are low as I spent a good bit of time trying to fight a bill the old apartment management sent us. I couldn’t find the emails from them that said we wouldn’t be charged. Somehow I deleted them and I couldn’t recover them. My daughter saved the day and retrieved them. I was then able to prove that the charge was invalid. It is funny as my stress skyrocketed. I am so glad to be done with them.
The good news is I finally used my instant pot. I totally for got to put my pepper steak in the slow cooker. I admit I was totally intimidated when I took it out of the box. I read the manual twice and then did the water test. They only thing I did wrong was I didn’t factor in the time for the pot to come to pressure. I also wanted to do a natural release as the recipe said the meat was tender but I ended up doing a quick release. The meat was so tender even though I didn’t do the natural release. Do the instant pot users put the cover and the inner pot in the dishwasher? I washed everything by hand but I was nervous about losing the small parts. Anyway, I put my slow cooker away and I am going to use this for now.
My weight is coming along nicely. I just need to get through the next few nights without any hiccups. When I made my snack for last night I realized it was all protein and a piece of fruit. I need to add a carb so I am satisfied. Any suggestions?
Happy Hump Day!1 -
CHECK IN: Week 3 (Tuesday)
🏋🏻♀️ Exercise ✔️
🥤 96 oz. Water ✔️
🍽 Under Calories ✔️
💤 Sleep ✔️
👣 STEPS
TUES 1/19: 12,500 (spin) + 7,594 = 20,0943 -
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1/19 Steps 14,1561 -
Awesome loss! With 45 pounds gone you must be feeling great. Can you tell us how losing this weight has made a difference for you?1 -
Morning All .... Yesterday I felt off and un-motivated so no walk ...Went grocery shopping last night ... I come home and I have the chills ...a really bad headache ...everything hurts ....I still feel like crud ...going back to lay on the couch with my big fuzzy blanket ...Congrats on all the awesome weight losses 5
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@cabman - enjoy your fishing trip
@mari_moulin -great job at the gym and those steps. You are killing it!
@lelbarou - I’m glad the weight is starting to release for you. I’m sorry that your work is not steady right now. It’s great that you are using your time to cook and read. Have you been experimenting and trying new recipes?
@Bluetail6 - thanks for the reminder. It stinks that you had to spend so much time getting everything reversed. One thing that gets me is not canceling free trials.
@kdlgiannoulis - sometimes we just need that comfort food. It’s good that you maintained. It’s a new week, you can do this!
@rlaskey2 - nice loss 🤩
@lindamtuck2018 - I’m glad you had a good first experience with your instant pot. I usually was everything by hand because the pot takes up too much room. However, I always put the large ring for the lid in the dishwasher. They tend to retain the odor of what you cooked so store it open to air as well. My pot came with 2 rings. One for sweet and one for savory because of the tendency to retain odor. But I hear it doesn’t effect the flavor of what you’re cooking.
@iHUSTLE4MUSCLE - nice day yesterday
@iradi8 - nice loss and congrats on reaching 45lbs LTD 🤩🤩🤩
@Megan_smartiepants1970 - take care of yourself and go get tested for CV19 if you don’t bounce back. I hope it’s not but the symptoms sound concerning for it and you need to know in order to protect those around you ... even your fur babies.
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I am off again today and I am quite enjoying it. Today I am having my second COVID vaccine, going grocery shopping and prepping for the next 2 days of work. I stepped on the scale this morning and was down over another pound today. I think like @lelbarou put it, I had been holding on to some weight and it seems to be releasing. I am now into my 3rd week of this new work assignment/schedule and I am feeling less stressed.5
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I am off again today and I am quite enjoying it. Today I am having my second COVID vaccine, going grocery shopping and prepping for the next 2 days of work. I stepped on the scale this morning and was down over another pound today. I think like @lelbarou put it, I had been holding on to some weight and it seems to be releasing. I am now into my 3rd week of this new work assignment/schedule and I am feeling less stressed.
It’s nice to have a few days off. Make sure you take some me time. Isn’t the feeling you get when the weight starts to move wonderful. Do you think the stress affected your weight loss?2 -
Steps 1/19: 20,0843
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Daily Post January 19
Tracked Yes
Under Calorie Yes
Water 138oz
Steps 9005
Exercise Chest/Back Lift & 30 min treadmill
Today both my nieces are here as my sister in law went back to work this week. Not gonna lie, I was nervous about handling 4 young kids by myself, but it's been a great day so far, just very busy. Got a bit of a break finally after taking my son to preschool and putting the girls down for naps. Even the baby is sleeping right now, how lucky haha.
I've been talking about how I wanted to get back into lifting weights so yesterday was day 1. I'm pretty sore today after taking 5 months off but that's expected. I don't want to get burnt out again like last time so I have just 2 days a week planned.4 -
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@lindamtuck2018
Yep. I would definitely check the reoccurring charge on your daughter's phone. Especially if it is not part of her phone plan, and is a call someone is making and charging to her phone.
@azkunk
I get it about free trials. One of the things I've noticed is they are getting shorter, and shorter. Five or seven days, not thirty!!1 -
Eaturpasta
Weigh in Day: Tuesday
PW:169.4
CW:170.0
SW 197.0
LTG 155.0
LTD(loss to date) 27.02 -
@Megan_smartiepants1970 ooohh that sounds so yummy. I'm putting it on the grocery list.
@mari_moulin Just curious - do you know how quick before you start to see the change in inches? It sounds like it would be hard to go by the scale once a person starts working out...
@Bluetail6 This has happened to me several times in the past and even with a credit card I don't use so I hadn't been checking it - great advice
@rlaskey2 - Thumbs up!
@azkunk - a second vaccine - good for you. I'm so glad you have it, with the work you are doing for everyone else!
@lelbarou How exciting!0 -
@363days here is the recipe for the cheese and chicken poblano pepper recipe https://www.wholesomeyum.com/stuffed-poblano-peppers-recipe/1
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1/20
Food logged.
Under calories.
No exercise today.
Stepped on the scale and had lost 2 of the 3 pounds gained from binge eating. Even though have raised calories to maintenance for the week, am actually eating around 1300 calories per day which is 360 less than maintenance. Evidently, am in the habit of eating fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Now to reintroduce the exercise habit. Glad we have the habit tracker. It is a visual reminder of the promises made to ourselves.4 -
CHECK IN: Week 3 (Wednesday)
🏋🏻♀️ Exercise ✔️
🥤 96 oz. Water ✔️
🍽 Under Calories ✔️
💤 Sleep ✔️
👣 STEPS
WED 1/20: 13,630 (kickboxing) + 16,230 = 29,8603
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