WaistAways - January 2021 Team Chat
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@Pearl4686 @micki48 The reward system for me probably won't work but I'm going to try to, mostly to curb my bad behaviour of buying whatever I want (when I really can't afford it!) and correct some of my interactions with my good friend 'Red Wine'. Red wine is only to be consumed in our house on Saturdays (Hubby's on board!) but yesterday's stew recipe called for 2 cups of the stuff, and I have today off so I went to the store yesterday so I wouldn't have to go this weekend, and so Saturday's wine was purchased yesterday.... And consumed yesterday while making that stew (the recipe said it takes 2:20h to make so I started cooking at 4pm when I got home and by 5:30 we realized it wasn't even in the oven yet for the nearly two hours of roasting required so then a pizza was ordered and the stew was put into containers at 8pm when it was finally finished cooking...) but I digress...
I still have to get myself a calendar and some stickers for tracking. Those are considered 'non-essential' items so I can't buy them in store in my province currently. I'll have to hunt around on amazon for something inspirational. I exercise so I can be a better hockey player once sports start up again. I need to stay focused on that! I've never been good at living up to my own expectations but I hate to let down the team so that's what keeps me pushing. It's why this group has been so pivotal for my success so far. I've slowed down and I know that I can be better. I'm so glad I did this workout today and that I didn't hate it one bit! Baby steps!!!
@jugar I hope your surgery goes well, you will be fully recovered before spring, that's exciting!
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Hi Guys !
My last day at my job... Wooohooo, I am going to miss it though... I am letting the replacement fly on her own and just answering questions when she asks. So instead of sitting here spinning in my chair I thought I would hop on here... It's been crazy busy and as an introvert, incredibly draining... But I have been doing my exercise, and my food has been on point all week.. Last weekend I did really bad, that weight gain caused me to have a melt down, but it's over now...
We are expecting a snow storm this Sunday, I am excited.. It's been really cold here the past few days which is good, I want it cold all February... Ya see last winter was very mild and when it's mild the aqua grasses grows out of control where we kayak, and it's just not fun to paddle through grass, so we need a long cold snap to get the grass to die off... and that is the ONLY reason I will put up with the cold, you Northerners are brave, I would cry if it was this cold all winter..
Anyway, not much else to report, I start the new job on Tuesday. Monday I took off to just have a day to be by myself to kinda give myself a breather between the old and new, but it looks like I might have the hubby home after all if it does snow like they say... Anyway, I will be back soon !
Take care and keep up the good work, or Get your butt back to it, there is no giving up, we are not quitters ! ( Whichever one fits for you today...
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Have a great day !
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I have had a case of the post-dinner snackings this week. Not too damaging, though. This morning I walked to a new physician's office - just 10 min walk or so, but it is bitter cold today. -11 degrees (F) with the windchill, so I was a bit of an icicle when I got there. I really liked the doctor I saw. I told her weight loss is a focus for me, and that I am this close to 50 lbs down and she was so nice and supportive about it. Even gave me a pat on the shoulder when we parted ways for job going well/well done. Definitely some inspiration for a workout today. She pointed out that just another 20 lbs on the dot would get me to the "normal" BMI range, so maybe when I see her next Feb for my annual, I will be there or beyond!
Tonight is homemade chicken parmesan and garlic asparagus. I'm going to be cleaning out the rest of my closets and drawers tonight/this weekend as well, which has been really fun thus far, because things that don't fit, don't do so because they are too BIG now. And trying on some work clothes is just fun because it's been so long haha.
@PlaneMonkey glad to hear you enjoyed your workout! That is the best feeling. And then those endorphins kick in.. oh baby.
I like the calendar ideas going around, @Steph1498 yours looks pretty darn accomplished! (What where the different colors representing?)
and loving the losses this week. let me get on that wagon next Tuesday. Happy weekend team!5 -
Woohoo! It's cooold out there. I had grocery hauling duty this morning and that kept me pretty warm, but I was layered up for sure. Long underwear, warm top and snowpants, down coat, wool gloves inside mittens, headband AND hat, scarf, boots, gaiters... at least I wasn't cold! The wind is vicious, though. I blame those Albertans who are used to this - they sent it here, I know they did! I'm not complaining, though. I actually like this.
So a few people are in the doldrums. I like the reminder that sometimes, you just do it for the team. Sometimes we forget how great it feels to get something done that we didn't really want to do before we started. And endorphins. And feeling clean and clear from good eating. And saving the red wine for Saturday! (and no, I would not resist if it was open for cooking either...)
Word for the day @micki48 ?
JOY make it all feel so good. Even if it is just for a few minutes here and there. Dance with the Yukon Bhangra guy for a minute.
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Hey everyone, happy Friday.
I finished work (1hr late, again) but managed to get out for a run in daylight. Bliss. We ran for an hour; I wasn't feeling it at all on Wednesday, but my body was on better form today and when we were going to end on 56minutes, I suggested we push on. I seems to take about 45 minutes to get in the groove, only I still struggle with the mental battles until that 45 minute mark, so I think I need to start pushing the time a bit, in the hopes of a) finishing feeling stronger and b) getting that 'groove' to kick in earlier.
Might suggest to OH that we have McDonalds for tea. I have plenty of calories available without going into exercise calories. It's pay day, it's Friday, and we have a Zoom quiz with friends later, so it could be a nice treat. Alas we can't walk to get McDonalds, or rather we can walk there but they won't serve you on foot due to lockdown restrictions (drive-thru only), or it could've been one for lunch tomorrow. If we do, it'll be the first one of the year which is good going for us.4 -
PW: 220.6
CW:219.0
Sorry I am late! It has been an unusually crazy week and I'm blaming the full moon 😆 I have been in a general plateau for quite a few months. I have tried all kinds of things to break it and I think my calories are too low now with no where to go. I'm going to take a break from the weigh in portion of the group for a few months. Hopefully I can get my calories back up so I can have a deficit again. I'm planning to try a reverse diet for people who have been in a calorie deficit for an extended period of time (2 years for me). I will stay on as one of our motivator. I really value this group and rely on your support a lot. My exercise plan will change to be more weight lifting (5 days a week instead of 3). I will also be continuing to work on my macros and track calories as I slowly increase them. No workouts yet. My arm is still really sore from my vaccine and I can't lift it above should level! Hopefully in a few days!4 -
Thursday steps 3,599
I have decided not to log today. I am having a small potluck dinner with a few friends tonight and I dont want to be distracted trying to figure out calorie amounts for foods I didnt cook when I should be focused on my friends. I had a super low cal lunch and will get my steps in before the potluck so as long as I am mindful, I should be fine.
Also, I typically dont weigh between Mondays because sometimes the numbers psych me out, but I have been really on track these last 2 weeks I feel like so I snuck a peek at the scale today and unless I really overdo it this weekend I think I will be very happy with Mondays weigh in.3 -
This is a great experiment - along the way it always pays to try different things, see what happens, kick the brain and the body into new places. I'm also really glad you're sticking with us as a motivator! Throw out some questions as they come along on your journey, keep us updated, and we'll enjoy going along with you.conleywoods wrote: »PW: 220.6
CW:219.0
Sorry I am late! It has been an unusually crazy week and I'm blaming the full moon 😆 I have been in a general plateau for quite a few months. I have tried all kinds of things to break it and I think my calories are too low now with no where to go. I'm going to take a break from the weigh in portion of the group for a few months. Hopefully I can get my calories back up so I can have a deficit again. I'm planning to try a reverse diet for people who have been in a calorie deficit for an extended period of time (2 years for me). I will stay on as one of our motivator. I really value this group and rely on your support a lot. My exercise plan will change to be more weight lifting (5 days a week instead of 3). I will also be continuing to work on my macros and track calories as I slowly increase them. No workouts yet. My arm is still really sore from my vaccine and I can't lift it above should level! Hopefully in a few days!
The Unlogged Potluck. I think that should be the title of a short story, or a memoir! You are doing great, and a day off should be no problem at all. Your friends and their food will enjoy your relaxed attention, I'm sure.MandiSaysHey wrote: »Thursday steps 3,599
I have decided not to log today. I am having a small potluck dinner with a few friends tonight and I dont want to be distracted trying to figure out calorie amounts for foods I didnt cook when I should be focused on my friends. I had a super low cal lunch and will get my steps in before the potluck so as long as I am mindful, I should be fine.
Also, I typically dont weigh between Mondays because sometimes the numbers psych me out, but I have been really on track these last 2 weeks I feel like so I snuck a peek at the scale today and unless I really overdo it this weekend I think I will be very happy with Mondays weigh in.
@DD265
Same for your McDonald's meal! It sounds like you have made plenty of room for it by doing such great exercise.4 -
Met all goals today. Steps 12,7154
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Username: healthygirlintransit
Today's weigh-in 220lbs
Sorry team knew my number wouldn't be great was retaining water all week and swollen so not to active. Hopefully with the meds still working ill get rid of the water and see some movement in the right direction.4 -
Heads up Saturday people - and please make sure all other weights are posted before Saturday ends. Thanks!
@ChiaGnome
@evelynladams527
@tschwery
@CanadianGiraffe
@Micki48
@Gidgitgoescrazy
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PW: 121.4
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PW 163.4
Cw161.8
Okay I am over the bouncing up and down, its giving me a headache ...
Hoping that now that the old job is over and done, I can relax a little and focus on me... Sure I have the new job, but that's just learning their accounting systems and procedures for the 1st 6 months... That's not an issue, they all are meant to accomplish the same goal no matter the platform and as long as you understand the goal, it makes sense.... That was what frustrated me about the person I was training, she didn't want the why, just the step by step how....
Okay enough about work....
Today, we are going to visit my hubby's ex step daughter and her fairly new baby, so that should be fun... I will take an anxiety pill before because thats a whole story... Then we are going out to lunch.... But 1st... Yoga, hiit and aerobics....
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[quote=" But 1st... Yoga, hiit and aerobics....
I will be successful this weekend !!![/quote]
Of course you will be successful @Gidgitgoescrazy. Your consistency with exercise is inspiring. I'm gonna go do mine now too!
Happy Saturday. Hope the visit doesn't cause too much anxiety.....
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Steps Friday 12,3342
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One thing about setting up a workout station in the corner of the bedroom... While stretching on the mat you realize just how infrequently you vacuum under the bed....2
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PW: 121.4
CW: 119.8
welcome to the teens! It's fun to have small companyPlaneMonkey wrote: »One thing about setting up a workout station in the corner of the bedroom... While stretching on the mat you realize just how infrequently you vacuum under the bed....
Mine is next to my grand piano - ditto!! It gets seriously dusty under there...3 -
@PlaneMonkey and @jugar I work out in my bedroom and yeah the dust bunny situation is real. We have 3 dogs so I vacuum the area every time I workout and under the bed about 3 times a week 🤣🤣🤣2
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Our new February Team Chat is open! Please continue to post today's weigh-ins and other stats here, and go to February to post introductions, goals, and to start feeling the new month:
https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10823062/waistaways-february-2021-team-chat/p1?new=11 -
The February Habit Tracker is also all ready to set up -
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1nq1GfNDcttluUW7e3IcEHw0XgDKkp_FFFhJAyX9ir04/edit?usp=sharing2 -
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@micki48 thanks for sharing your story about motivation. I wanted to let you know that your calendar really helped me last year. In 2020, I used it for calories. While I wasn’t always within my goal. This calendar helped remind me that my daily efforts contribute to my overall health. In 2021 I’m using it for intentional exercise.
Awww Steph, I'm so glad that helped you. I am so off track. I need to take my own advice. I am sure I have pandemic fatigue. I rarely leave my house. This is not good. I need to use mine this year. January is over, but I can start February. I used it for exercise last year and it went pretty well. I am not doing anything now. Perhaps I should do a second year of exercise. Thanks for sending that motivation back at me.
Still doing ok here. Ok. Not great. My eating is fine. My exercise is kinda stinky. You all are so amazing. Such dedication to your exercise. I am not competitive. I don't buy much, so I'm not sure a reward would work. If I really wanted something, I'd get it. Not sure working toward it would motivate me. I don't play games in my head that way. Even having an accountability buddy doesn't seem to motivate me. I'm not sure what my problem is. It might be my menopause, "I don't care" mindset! Why do I not make myself exercise? This is not new. I have never been a workout person. I like to walk, do PIlates, and play tennis (not right now), but I also let any ole' excuse deter me from doing so. Geez. I'm tired of myself. LOL
This! I could have written this exact same thing! Can't moyrivate myself. I buy very little for myself too and if I really want something, I'll just get it. Urgh. Wish I could play these mind games to 'reward myself'.
Anyway, rant over.
Hugs to you Pearl! We'll keep at this together.4 -
Met all goals today. Steps 13,508.3
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Here we are at the end of our January challenge, week 4. There are a few missing numbers, so if you're still up for it please send them in:
@ChiaGnome
@evelynladams527
@tschwery
@CanadianGiraffe
and Rhonda @evangsimmons170 - you're back for February, right? Can you update your starting weight and confirm if you want to stay with Friday for your weigh-in day?
It has been a good month for our team, for the most part. @fuschiabolero hit 50 pounds lost and @happimess01 hit 100 pounds lost! This is amazing. Next month, a few more big milestones will be hit if all goes well.
As a team, even without the few missing weigh-ins, we lost a respectable 63.6 pounds. Six people had a loss every single week this month. And even if some people are hitting a stagnant patch, you are here! It will get better - this is the time to not give up.
@micki48 - I hear your covid fatigue! But I strongly suggest you get outdoors every day. The outdoor air, even when the weather is not looking too great, that fills you up with something new. Staying in and not exercising compounds feelings of listlessness and even depression. And there's a kitchen. And pantry. It's dangerous
In any case, hang in there! 4 -
PlaneMonkey wrote: »One thing about setting up a workout station in the corner of the bedroom... While stretching on the mat you realize just how infrequently you vacuum under the bed....
Ha ha! I know that feeling. It's incredible what can accumulate under there.3 -
Friday - steps 3,281
Saturday - barre 45 min medium intensity and steps 8,021
Looking forward to February!
Although the snow pictures look really cool, I am a Texas girl that probably would not survive the cold weather. It was sunny and 75 in Dallas today! Have a great Sunday everyone!4 -
Take care and keep up the good work, or Get your butt back to it, there is no giving up, we are not quitters ! ( Whichever one fits for you today...:))
@Gidgitgoescrazy Me <raises hand wildly> Thanks for that reminder. We are not quitters. No giving up. Good luck next week with the new job too. Pamper yourself on Monday![But I strongly suggest you get outdoors every day. The outdoor air, even when the weather is not looking too great, that fills you up with something new. Staying in and not exercising compounds feelings of listlessness and even depression. And there's a kitchen. And pantry. It's dangerousIn any case, hang in there!quote]
@jugar Thanks! I needed that. I really need to make myself go out. I make every excuse. Starting tomorrow, I will get outside every day. There may even be a little snow and ice tomorrow. You are right though, getting out does a body (and mind) good. Sorry I haven't been the best co-captain the last few weeks. Glad we have so many other people on our team to pick up the slack. So, thanks to you all. I sure don't have this all figured out yet.3 -
Steps for Saturday 18,080
I did eat back some of my exercise calories today, but I think I earned it. Lol2 -
@jugar (copied from Wednesday-ahem) my highest weight was probably more, but I recorded 198 as highest. My current weight is 187.5. I seem to be in a plateau, again.
It’s been hard to check in every day for all sorts of reasons, but no excuses.
I realize how much I rely on others to help motivate me or at least help remind me that they’re there to keep me company while exercising or walking.
I like the suggestion you mentioned - do a small exercise routine every day before supper time prep. If no exercise, no supper.
Asking my family to help support my effort to clean up my diet and eat smaller portions is important. If it’s not easy to ask for it, I need to “act-as-if” and keep going!
I’ll check in earlier tomorrow and come up with a plan.
Happy almost Février!4
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