Downsizers - February 2021 Team Chat
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02/25
Steps=11,125
Over calories- sad
On the plus side - I just got a lot of work done for my job and feeling good.
Going to do a few yoga moves before heading to bed .
I walked outside with a friend today which was great. We had to hop over lots of puddles due to all the snow melting. We still have a lot of snow, but it’s looking better.3 -
Username: piqueaboo
Weigh In Day: Friday
PW (Previous Weight): 215 lbs
CW (Current Weight): 216.6 lbs
Last weigh-in of the month and I've pretty much undone all the progress from January. It's super easy to beat myself up about this, however, I'm choosing not to and instead to focus on the improvement's I've made this month:- I started running again. I'm going to aim for 3x per week, while I hate jogging, I find it super strenuous and breathing is difficult, I have the most beautiful running route (along the Seine passing most Parisian landmarks) and after I run I always feel so good about myself - so it's totally worth the torture
- I started focusing on sleeping more and moved from my average of 4-5 hours per night to 7-9 hours per night. The difference is pretty incredible and sleep is directly linked to weight loss (as @lindamtuck2018 correctly says) it's helping the overall journey.
- My Fitbit is back in action! I'll post my steps below and would officially like to rejoin the step challenge, please!
- Fewer food deliveries. I was out of control for a second there, but I think it's kinda reigned in a bit lately. Now I'm aiming for Deliveroo once a week instead of twice a day. Jeez.
Steps:- Friday 5 624
- Saturday 10 964
- Sunday 19 267
- Monday 8 822
- Tuesday 8 511
- Wednesday 2 270
- Thursday 19 020
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Steps 2/25: 20,1340
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Check in for Feb. 25
Logging - yes
exercise - no
Steps - 2632
The crazy week is finally over and just going to take it easy today. Today and Saturday will be my days off and have to do prep on Sunday. As far as my next milestone it will be 250. That is a while away, but I will be super excited to reach it.
@lindamtuck2018
I haven't been using my CPAP machine. I just really don't like it. I know I should be but...
@heatherbluebell
Love your graph above about success! It's right on the money. Success and improvement is NOT a straight line upwards. Lots of tiny lilttle ups, downs and squiggles and loops which trend eventually upward! True Dat! Yep!0 -
@azkunk
I hope you can get that straightened out soon. Do they do a blood test to figure out if your parathyroid is the problem?
The reason I haven’t been eating is my stomach has been off all week. I take insulin (slow acting) for my type 2 diabetes so it has caused me to have low blood sugars. I have adjusted it every night to compensate.
@rlaskey2
You have some nice steps. I find the warmer weather gives me a bust of energy. I know if I had to go back to work I would never be able to get anything done in the apartment.
@heatherbluebell
Congrats on your loss! I think taking time and coming up with your goals for next month is a good idea. I have been mulling over mine the last few days. When I was going through the stress last year I worked with a psychologist. Changing the negative narratives into positives was really hard for me. In fact most weeks my homework was based on this. Love the picture.
@Beautyofdreams
I do use a weight trending app. It does give a good overview. Water weight is such a pain in the behind. I tend to have higher sodium food on weekends so I always have a bump in weight Over the weekend. I like your message and it is great that you can do this.
@lcfa5317
Great steps! It is getting so nice outside. I am sitting here debating whether to do my mini walk outside. How are your hips doing with your walks?
@Piqueaboo
Sounds like you have made great progress this months. Not all our victories are measured on the scale. I am so jealous of your running route. I have always wanted to go to Paris. I think when covid is over and I go to Scotland, I am going to make time to go to both France and Ireland.
@lelbarou
I can’t really scold you as I never went back and got mine. I know losing weight has helped me with my sleep apnea. I had mild and then gained a bunch of weight. My next sleep test showed I had severe. My oxygen was dropping to really low levels. I put off going for that test result for so long that he did a new sleep study as I had lost a lot of weight. This one was a lot better except for when I was on my back. They put me on a machine for a month to test I believe it was the flow rate I need. I returned it after a month and have yet to get the cpap. At this point I would have to get a new sleep study as it has been a year almost. If your apnea is bad you should use it. I know it is not fun to use but I know people who said they have so much more energy on that they use one. I hope you enjoy your days off. As for the 250, it will be exciting to celebrate. Maybe you could break it down into 25 pound chunks instead of 50. That way we get to celebrate with you more often.1 -
Overdue
@COscorpio8402
@28Haveitall2020
Today
@363days
Saturday
@DawnCumm
@cesse47
@Tazaria87
@mari_moulin
@draby2011
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@lindamtuck2018
I think you did scold me! LOL But I appreciate it cause sometimes I really do need a kick in the butt and I know it! I will try my friend! Thank you for caring! You are AWESOME!1 -
Thursday’s check in
✅Steps 4,790
✅Sleep
✅Water
✅Track
PW 217.8
CW 214
I was a little nervous that I was going to have a spike in my weight as I ate a really good supper and snack yesterday after not eating enough for the last few days. I also ate popcorn which tends to put my weight up even though it was natural flavour. Anyways, my stomach is really feeling a lot better so I should be able to continue eating normally. Hopefully, no more low blood sugars. I have some nice meals planned for the week and today I am planning my snacks.
I slept better last night so I have more energy today. I am thinking about trying my mini walk outside as the sidewalks looks clear. My oldest granddaughter is coming over for the weekend. We are going to get our hair done tomorrow. I have to finish my housework for the week. I am starting to think of it as exercise instead of dreary housework.
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Username: piqueaboo
Weigh In Day: Friday
PW (Previous Weight): 215 lbs
CW (Current Weight): 216.6 lbs
Last weigh-in of the month and I've pretty much undone all the progress from January. It's super easy to beat myself up about this, however, I'm choosing not to and instead to focus on the improvement's I've made this month:- I started running again. I'm going to aim for 3x per week, while I hate jogging, I find it super strenuous and breathing is difficult, I have the most beautiful running route (along the Seine passing most Parisian landmarks) and after I run I always feel so good about myself - so it's totally worth the torture
- I started focusing on sleeping more and moved from my average of 4-5 hours per night to 7-9 hours per night. The difference is pretty incredible and sleep is directly linked to weight loss (as @lindamtuck2018 correctly says) it's helping the overall journey.
- My Fitbit is back in action! I'll post my steps below and would officially like to rejoin the step challenge, please!
- Fewer food deliveries. I was out of control for a second there, but I think it's kinda reigned in a bit lately. Now I'm aiming for Deliveroo once a week instead of twice a day. Jeez.
Steps:- Friday 5 624
- Saturday 10 964
- Sunday 19 267
- Monday 8 822
- Tuesday 8 511
- Wednesday 2 270
- Thursday 19 020
Do you have a step pledge that you would like me to add? You are back on the step challenge
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Check-in for Thursday, 2/25
Check in daily: ✅
Water (90oz): ✅
Steps (9K): ✅
Macros (P-105/ C-115/ F-40): ❌❌❌
Exercise 3x /wk: ✅❔❔
I was under calories overall yesterday. I am having trouble getting my macros really dialed in. My weight has recently been up and down. I have started to take mini walking breaks at a brisk pace during the day to help burn some more calories. I hope it works.
Steps this week @Megan_smartiepants1970
2/22: 9587
2/23: 7708
2/24: 9749
2/25: 91142 -
@lindamtuck2018 - I'm glad your stomach is feeling better today. Housework should definitely count as a workout Ans yes, there is a lab to check parathyroid hormone.
@lelbarou - I know the CPAP sucks but not getting enough restful sleep contributes to weight gain, so you may be making it harder on yourself by
not using it.
@Piqueaboo - your running route sounds amazing! I'm jealous.
@lcfa5317 - nice steps!
@Beautyofdreams - thanks for the positive thoughts. I do love the phrase, "fake it until you make it" ... it's so true!
@heatherbluebell - great loss! That success chart is exactly like weight loss, lol
@Bluetail6 - I am glad I put my name on the list, but I am incredibly impatient and want it NOW
@rlaskey2 - good luck on the job search, sounds like you have a good routine going. Hopefully you will be back working full time soon.1 -
Today is an awesome day for me .... I heard from my son today ....It has been 8 years since I have seen/heard from him .... he is 21 and I just found out that he is in the Military (Navy) He is in Guam right now ...He texted me out of the blue saying he has been trying to find me for awhile8
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Megan_smartiepants1970 wrote: »Today is an awesome day for me .... I heard from my son today ....It has been 8 years since I have seen/heard from him .... he is 21 and I just found out that he is in the Military (Navy) He is in Guam right now ...He texted me out of the blue saying he has been trying to find me for awhile
WOW!!! I can't even imagine how that must have felt.
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Username: garn76
Weigh in Day: Friday
PW (281.8 lbs)
CW (279.4 lbs)
LTD (7.6 lbs)3 -
@Megan_smartiepants1970 that is wonderful news and I am so happy for you!
@lindamtuck2018 it sounds like you have a fun weekend planned and your granddaughter will make sure you get steps in.
@piqueaboo your running trail sounds divine and just moving is an awesome mood booster.
@azkunk you will get your macros dialed in. Just pay attention to what satisfies you the most whether it is protein, carbs or fat.
@garn76 that is a stellar loss! Congratulations on your hard work.
@rlaskey2 wishing you success with your job search.
@icfa5317 isn't it wonderful to see all that snow melt!
@lelbarou the Cpap made an enormous difference for my brother-in-law. It may feel awkward but please give it a chance.
Today I dropped into a new decade. I weighed 149.7 pounds. Now the scale will probably go back up for two or three weeks until I can consistently weigh in the 140s but it is coming. With consistency, hope to meet my goal by my birthday in October.3 -
@Megan_smartiepants1970 walked 1.19 miles today for 20 minutes at a 3.5mph pace on 2/26.2
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Megan_smartiepants1970 wrote: »Today is an awesome day for me .... I heard from my son today ....It has been 8 years since I have seen/heard from him .... he is 21 and I just found out that he is in the Military (Navy) He is in Guam right now ...He texted me out of the blue saying he has been trying to find me for awhile
WOW!!! I can't even imagine how that must have felt.
It felt amazing ... It was great hearing from him 1 -
@Beautyofdreams thank you 1
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Megan_smartiepants1970 wrote: »Today is an awesome day for me .... I heard from my son today ....It has been 8 years since I have seen/heard from him .... he is 21 and I just found out that he is in the Military (Navy) He is in Guam right now ...He texted me out of the blue saying he has been trying to find me for awhile
That is awesome. I bet there were lots of happy tears during anc after the call
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Daily Post February 25
Tracked Yes
Under Calorie Yes
Water 100oz
Steps 9030
Exercise 32 min Inc Dance Fit
Today was a busy day. So here I am winding down for the night when I realise I hadn't made my post today yet! Yesterday I had my nieces all morning and afternoon. Miraculously, school and naps lined up enough that I got my workout done after lunch time. Just the baby had to watch me dance haha.
I'm using today as my rest day instead of tomorrow. It's been a busy day with no time for a formal workout and right now I've got a headache so I'm gonna take it easy tonight.2 -
02/26. = 5,374 steps
stationery bike - 70 minutes
I only can stay on the bike so long because of Netflix.
It was a pleasant sunny day but I was too busy with work.2 -
Today was a bust ... pizza and margaritas tonight. It was worth it. Tomorrow is a clean slate.1
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Megan_smartiepants1970 wrote: »Username: piqueaboo
Weigh In Day: Friday
PW (Previous Weight): 215 lbs
CW (Current Weight): 216.6 lbs
Last weigh-in of the month and I've pretty much undone all the progress from January. It's super easy to beat myself up about this, however, I'm choosing not to and instead to focus on the improvement's I've made this month:- I started running again. I'm going to aim for 3x per week, while I hate jogging, I find it super strenuous and breathing is difficult, I have the most beautiful running route (along the Seine passing most Parisian landmarks) and after I run I always feel so good about myself - so it's totally worth the torture
- I started focusing on sleeping more and moved from my average of 4-5 hours per night to 7-9 hours per night. The difference is pretty incredible and sleep is directly linked to weight loss (as @lindamtuck2018 correctly says) it's helping the overall journey.
- My Fitbit is back in action! I'll post my steps below and would officially like to rejoin the step challenge, please!
- Fewer food deliveries. I was out of control for a second there, but I think it's kinda reigned in a bit lately. Now I'm aiming for Deliveroo once a week instead of twice a day. Jeez.
Steps:- Friday 5 624
- Saturday 10 964
- Sunday 19 267
- Monday 8 822
- Tuesday 8 511
- Wednesday 2 270
- Thursday 19 020
Do you have a step pledge that you would like me to add? You are back on the step challenge
Yes, put me down for 9000 per day, I think I can do that! Thank you!2 -
Happy Saturday team!
I’m here with this weeks check in. I have to say I’m very disappointed with the scales. I’ve been working my butt off this month and I really got back into my workouts and drinking my water. My eating isn’t great but it has been consistent so some progress should be showing. The month started off really well going down consistently each week but then last week it spiked up and I have been struggling to get it back down again.
On a positive note, my measurements are continuing to go down. Slowly but each week it’s a little bit less all around.
I’m not gonna stop trying. Gonna keep pushing myself and I will eventually see results.
2021 Starting / Previous / Current
Weight - 198.2 / 197.4 / 196.4
Chest - 108 / 105 / 104.8
Waist - 106.6 / 104.6 / 103.8
Hip - 110 / 108.4 / 107.6
Thigh - 58.8 / 57 / 56.2
Calf - 37.4 / 36.6 / 36.2
Arm - 32 / 30.4 / 30.4
Body fat mass - 43.9 / 43.7 / 42.8
BMI - 31.9 / 31.7 / 31.6
@lindamtuck2018
Weigh-In:
Username: mari_moulin
Weigh in day: Saturday
Weigh in week: 4
Previous Weight: 197.4
Current weight: 196.4
@Megan_smartiepants1970
Sunday - 17,268
Monday - 14,145
Tuesday - 15,187
Wednesday - 17,957
Thursday - 17,180
Friday - 16,174
Saturday - coming 🔜3 -
Feb. 26 check in
Logging - yes
Walk - 30 min plus errands
@Megan_smartiepants1970
steps - 7188
So, crazy week is over...just took it easy yesterday and can do so today...Then Sunday is back to prep.
Finallly got a chance to look over all the posts. Will respond below.
Hope everyone has a super weekend!1 -
@iradi8 - Awesome stepping! Plus on the main page your diet has been amazing while you are away. Super job! Congrats!
@lindamtuck2018 - Sorry your stomach has been off. I also have the issue with reacting to restaurant food. My stomach is so sensitive that it is just easier for me to eat from home. I really feel badly for the restaurants, but I can't do it very often.
So wonderful about your mini walks! You can do it Linda! GO For IT!
Glad your granddaughter is coming over this weekend! Hope you have a super time!
@azkunk - Thank you for you input about my CPAP. I don't know why I am so incredibly stubborn. It really is beyond logical! LOL
Your rower idea sounds amazing. I'm sorry that you and your partner don't agree...Hmm. Yes. Negotiation is difficult. Can you offer him something else he wants in return? Maybe he wants to buy something for himself? Sweeten the pot so to speak!
Sorry about the perparathyroid possibilty. This doesn't sound fun and I hope you don't have it. I'm glad you are getting a shot for your hip. I really hope it helps!
@missGYST - I understand how not having a loss is frustrating. If your body is like mine, I find this is sometimes happening. I won't lose for a week and then I will drop several pounds - like 3-4. Maybe you are like me? Make sure the scale doesn't deter you! Keep on track and that weight will come off...
@Beautyofdreams - WOW! Congrats! Going from 2x and 18W to M and size 8! That is sooo AWESOME! You must be so proud of yourself! That is really wonderful! you GO gurl!
Congrats also about entering a new decade! And congrats about receiving the epogen drug!
I like your talk with your friend. Not motivation, but habits. Yes. Everything can be managed by a plan of action. Exactly!
@heatherbluebell - WOW. Working 11 hours with a 15 min break! You are a champion! As far as being too gentle with yourself! I wouldn't worry! I think as people, in general we are too hard on ourselves and being compassionate to ourselves is very hard to do! Also, congrats on doing Zumba even with such a crazy long day! Just WOW!
@Megan_smartiepants1970 - I just saw your post about your son! That is wonderful news! You must be over the moon! Really, that is such great news! You must be so excited and happy! I am so happy for you! What a wonderful event to take place in your life!
Also, I hope the insurance will cover the hernia. I've got my fingers crossed!!!
@Bluetail6 - Another super loss buddy! Just KICKING it!
@888Angie888 - Super stepping and loss! Great job!
@Piqueaboo -Love your goals! Your running route sounds so awesome! I think your goal of better sleep and less take out is also great! Yep. Everything impacts weight loss so putting all your ducks in a row is super smart!
@DawnCumm - Hi Dawn, the picture of you at the destination wedding is super! You look beautiful and really, really happy! So wonderful! You must be so happy the wedding of your son and daughter-in-law was able to move forward! Whoop!3 -
User: cesse47
Weigh-in Day: Saturday
Previous weight: 294.8
Current weight: 295.2
STEPS -- 3000 each day this past week
Ate out twice this week ... Chinese ... and had leftovers that carried into lunch the next day. I know the gain is mostly because of that but it was wonderful going out to a restaurant for a meal after so long.3 -
Just FYI- I got a Wii Fit second hand and I'm not using it all!
I don't think it's my thing and I don't know why I bought it honestly! I;m too impulsive! LOL
I live in Toronto, so if anyone in TO wants it then DM me and we can meet at a subway near me and you can have it! I live near St. Clair West station. Sorry, but I'm not into going onto the TTC now, so it would have to be there. If not, I guess I will give it to salvation army or something. Please let me know... Laura1 -
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@Megan_smartiepants1970
8 years is along time so that must have felt wonderful. You must be so proud he is serving his country.
@garn76
That is an awesome loss! Your hard work is paying off! Do you think tracking made a big difference?
@Tazaria87
I hope your headache is much better.
@lcfa5317
Do you watch Netflix while you are biking?
@azkunk
Sounds like a good night! It is your cheat day and you very seldom have them. You will be back fighting again today. Did you have much water weight today? I am up 2.2 pounds from sushi and a small bag of chips.
@mari_moulin
I think you are doing amazing. You lost a pound, you are working out really hard and your measurements are dropping. Keep it up and those pounds will be melting off.
@lelbarou
I am so proud of you walking inspite of the pain. I know how awful nerve pain can be. You inspired me to do my mini walks.
@cesse47
Sounds like you are retaining water. I can’t wait to go to a restaurant again.1
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