June 21 Sign In
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Yes yes yes
@RangerRickL happy retirement to u and thank u to both u and Jessica. This group has changed so much for me it helped me understand myself, my habits, triggers and behaviours! I owe u so much and i feel so blessed to hve been a part of something so motivating and positive. God bless u Rick i am so sad its coming to an end but also happy 4 u and Rose!3 -
@RangerRickL - thank you, Rose and Jessica so much for this group. You are going to have such new and exciting adventures so live life to the fullest. It’s amazing how supportive and educational this group has been. I wish you all the best in health and activity.3
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@RangerRickL I am SO sad to hear this!
Even though I have been on and off this challenge over the years, I have had an exceptional month...all thanks to you! I completely understand your decision. We need to do what is best for ourselves. I wish you the smoothest transition in your move and retirement.
Did I exercise for at least 20 minutes? YES (mow lawn, elliptical, outdoor walk)
Did I stay within my calorie budget for the day? YES
Did I keep track of everything I ate and drank? YES
Please, my wish is that someone will take over this group. I would do it, but this type of group is a huge commitment to handle. Anyone?3 -
June 21:
As I write this, it’s actually June 22. I haven’t posted for a couple of days.... I haven’t been vigilant about tracking for a couple of days... and am officially out of the winners circle. I was just tired... and so would eat. Not that that helped. But I think sometimes fatigue leads to apathy...
Today I hit my scream weight. 5 lbs higher that where I was this time last month. This might have been the kick in the pants I needed. I think I’ve just got to make tracking and exercise into autonomous habits so it doesn’t feel like I need to be disciplined... so it feels automatic... like brushing my teeth. And so, I start again.
I’m so sorry to hear that UAC will be ending @RangerRickL ! But I’m happy for your transition... wishing you the best!4 -
6/21/2021 (even though I'm posting on 6/22)
Did I exercise for at least 20 minutes? Probably not.
Did I stay within calories? Definitely not.
Did I track everything? Yes, I did.
I'm sad that my first month as a part of this challenge also turns out to be my last. This was really helpful for me and I will take much away. @RangerRickL, thank you for what you've done here. I wish you all the best in your new adventures.
Best of luck to everybody here. You have all been an inspiration to me, and I appreciate you.3 -
Did I exercise for at least 20 minutes? I am really enjoying my early morning exercising. I have to debate with myself about getting up but it is worth it when I am done.
Did I stay within my calorie budget for the day? Yes, I have to work on this part. I am staying under my calorie budget but I need to get better quality calories.
Did I keep track of everything I ate and drank? Tracked it all!
This is my first month in the group so I am very sad it is going away. It has helped me already in this short time.
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Yes, yes and yes
@RangerRickL I can't thank you enough for all that you have done with this group. While I am not a big writer, I do read everything and always walk away so inspired on a regular basis. You have always inspired me so many times. When you mention a book, I read it. I started stretching based on comments you made. I have my own mini accountability group with my adult sons and they have had me mention you multiple times to them. And have even seen the photograph of you with your backpack about to go out and hike. It was relevant to our discussion on fitness and role models for healthy aging. What you have accomplished with this group over the past several years is so meaningful in so many ways and you have touched so many lives. Many heartfelt thanks!!!!!
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lamlamsmakeover wrote: »Please, my wish is that someone will take over this group. I would do it, but this type of group is a huge commitment to handle. Anyone?
I am considering it but I wanted to think on it for a few days before making that commitment ... and also assuming nobody else is interested.
It does seem like we've lost a lot of people this month but that may just because things are opening up in various countries and people are doing other things ... this might mean they will need the UAC even more in a few months.
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21/06/2021
Exercise – yes.
Tracking – yes
Calories – yes
Posting a bit late here. It was cold and raining yesterday so a very short bike ride just to the shops, but made up for it with extra cardio and walking exercise.
@RangerRickL I will be sorry if the UAC goes, as it has been a great support to me over the last few months. Nothing to do with losing weight (or maintaining) but emotional support during the worst 6 months of my life. Coming here every day, reading encouraging and uplifting messages has helped me more than I would have expected.
I wish you every happiness in your future life. Thanks and best wishes also to Jessica and Rose.
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Rick, I can't count the amount of times I started and stopped tracking calories. With this group I succeeded at my 30lb weight loss goal and I did it in 6 months thanks to the consistency this group provided me. I can't thank you enough for the gift you've given me by managing this group for as long as you have. All the very best in your retirement! You deserve it!5 -
RangerRickL wrote: »Dear UAC friends,
June will be the last month of the Ultimate Accountability Challenge.
I will be here with you all this month. Please finish your commitments to achieve the Winner's Circle and/or be a Champion.
Over 3 years ago, the leader who originated the UAC had to end the group. I was a UAC team member and I volunteered to lead the group. She gave me the 'keys' to the UAC discussion group.
My wife, Rose and I, are both in our 70's and like @Bill70sStrong, we are still healthy and active seniors. But, I am in the process of leaving my career of almost 50 years. We will be leaving our home of 28 years. We are in agreement that it's time for me to leave the leadership of UAC too.
It is time to simplify our lives.
Since the beginning of the UAC, all of the technical setup for each month's discussion group has been created by my friend and law firm administrator Jessica. She has been our behind the scenes tech guru and support. There would not have been a UAC without Jessica's volunteer efforts.
I intend to start posting my daily accountability to my MFP Friends. I have never done that before.
Thank you for sharing your journey with me!
Your friend, Rick
P.S. If you or a group of you would like to keep the UAC going, both Jessica and I, would be happy to give you transition assistance. You are welcome to change the rules and make it fit your style of leadership.
Thank you for all your hard work with this group. Youve done an amazing job. You will be missed. Congratulations on your retirement. Best wishes to you.1 -
6/21
Exersized-?yes
Caleries?-yes
Logged?-yes4 -
6/21 Hi all, late in posting for the 21st and I actually owe my posts going back to Monday the 14th when RRL returned at the helm. Lots of distractions going on, which I know that many, if not all of us have. Anyhow, for Monday the 21st, no exercise though tracking and calories were spot on. It will have been pass number 10 once I backfill June 14 - 20.
@RangerrickL You have done so much for so many, and it was so good of you to have taken the helm from your predecessor 3 years ago. The UAC has done so much for me with its emphasis on healthy habit skills and wonderful community of members. I cannot properly express my thanks. I wish for you a long, healthy and happy retirement and hope to see you around!5 -
June 21
Exercised: Yes
Calories: Yes
Tracked: Yes
2/3 Pass Days Used4 -
@RangerrickL
Thank you very much. You've been a very good friend. Thank you for taken the helm from your predecessor 3 years ago. The UAC has done so much for me these pass years.
UAC without sentiments is the best challenge that I have being involve in that is vey productive. I wish it could continue
I wish you happy retirements.
June 21, 2021
Did I exercise for at least 20 minutes? Yes
Did I stay within my calorie budget for the day? Yes
Did I keep track of everything I ate and drank? Yes
Kitchen Closed? Yes
Going "nuts" with nuts today? Yes (15 days-free )
(I go "nuts" with nuts most times, trying to continue a good habit this month. Counting the number of "nuts" free days.)
Pass day 2/3 (this is for accountability to myself and my records).
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So this was Disclosure Day 😅
@RangerRickL thank you for your epic group management and for everyone that helped behind the scenes along the way.
May you and your "Forever Boss" Rose enjoy everything that full retirement has to offer.
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Did I exercise for at least 20 minutes? YES | Walk
(59) TOTAL: 59
Did I stay within my calorie budget for the day? YES |
Base
Did I keep track of everything I ate and drank? YES |
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Personal Bonus: Did I meet my protein macro for the day (40%)?
NO | 25%
Pass Days Used: (JUN04)(JUN17)0 -
@RangerRickL - Thank you for all of your support you're given me over the past several months! This group has truly been amazing, and that's a reflection of your leadership. Enjoy what the future holds, you deserve it!1
