Downsizers-July Chat 2021
Options
Replies
-
Here is my friendly reminder of the people's steps I need :
@red1185 - 7/14-7/17
If I do not have them by 7/20 I will be zeroing them out
Thanks for your cooperation
2 -
Username: Beautyofdreams
Weigh-In Day: Sunday
PW: 145.0
CW: 145.5
Another stress filled week. Social security sent back my review information and have to fill it out over again. Saw my doctor about my skin splitting and found out it is another side effect of the steroid I am on. Will be glad to get to the endocrinologist so someone can manage the dosage or possibly put me on a different medication.
@Megan_smartiepants1970 I recommend you visit AWorkoutRoutine.com. He has a lot of sound information on resistance training and some nice beginner programs that are free.
@TheresaM787 you have been a wonderful encouraging voice on the forum. I wish you continuing success on your health and fitness journey for you and your family.3 -
Beautyofdreams wrote: »Username: Beautyofdreams
Weigh-In Day: Sunday
PW: 145.0
CW: 145.5
Another stress filled week. Social security sent back my review information and have to fill it out over again. Saw my doctor about my skin splitting and found out it is another side effect of the steroid I am on. Will be glad to get to the endocrinologist so someone can manage the dosage or possibly put me on a different medication.
@Megan_smartiepants1970 I recommend you visit AWorkoutRoutine.com. He has a lot of sound information on resistance training and some nice beginner programs that are free.
@TheresaM787 you have been a wonderful encouraging voice on the forum. I wish you continuing success on your health and fitness journey for you and your family.
Thanks @Beautyofdreams ...I will look into it 0 -
Hi all! I'm back from camping. Tired, but feeling great about the weekend. Did that 5 mile walk with Dad Friday morning, then went grocery shopping. Got out to the camper Friday late afternoon, set up, had dinner and went for a walk. At night we sat around the fire and had a good time. We found gluten free fudge stripes at the store for s'mores so I had a roasted marshmallow on one and it was actually really good! I was actually pretty short on calories going into the night so I decided to have one more marshmallow on a cookie and called it good.
Saturday morning my sister in law and I went to a local coffee shop for coffee and drank it while playing corn hole haha. After an early lunch we all went to the beach (friend's pool plans fell through) and spent 2 hours swimming in the lake. Everyone was pretty exhausted after that haha. Saturday night dinner while camping is always steak on the open fire, it's tradition. Mom made red potatoes and sweet corn to go with it. Was a fantastic dinner.
Unfortunately at night I felt the old binge craving try to set in. I told you guys camping can be hard for me because of the snacking. In the past, when it was dark and everyone was outside around the fire, I'd find reasons I "needed" to go in the camper, and I'd eat. A couple handfuls of chips, some crackers, cookies, maybe PB on a spoon, I don't know, just anything I saw. And I'd do it several times. Then I'd also eat marshmallows outside with everyone else. Last night I actually needed to go in the camper and was by myself and then felt a very strong pull to eat something. I got what I needed and got out as fast as possible. Driving home I felt the pull too, to eat the leftover chips that were in the car. But I sat with it and it went away. It felt terrible to have those old cravings pop up again, but I'm proud of myself for not giving in.
Anyway, sorry for the book of a post! I had a great weekend and it's back to normal life again! Tomorrow I'm meeting dad in the morning for a walk and then he leaves for 4 days for work. My neices will be at my house then at 8 am for the day while their parents go to work!
@Megan_smartiepants1970
Steps
7/15 9136
7/16 17807
7/17 4103 + 2hours leisurely swimming
5 -
Steps:
- Monday 15 033
- Tuesday 10 143
- Wednesday 8 463
- Thursday 9 839
- Friday 13 074
- Saturday 12 639
- Sunday 10 749
4 -
Megan_smartiepants1970 wrote: »Beverly2Hansen wrote: »My steps were 4,645
My food was shyte tomorrow is a new day.
My epic return got set back 1 day because my dad needed to get antibiotics today unexpectedly so we spent a lot of the day at the doctor's and commuting. All in all things are looking good.
Did you want me to remove the EXC. on our step challenge?
Yes please, as of yesterday I'm back full force.2 -
In answer to the question about my dad:
He's currently stable. It's early to tell how he's going to recover from the right leg blood clot and infection. We made progress in that he's no longer reacting to the blood thinner he's on and he's on antibiotics. The leg, ankle and foot appear to be less swollen in the bottom but I can't be positive yet. I'm keeping close tabs but we've reached the point where it's safe for me to leave the house at times.
6 -
Beautyofdreams wrote: »Username: Beautyofdreams
Weigh-In Day: Sunday
PW: 145.0
CW: 145.5
Another stress filled week. Social security sent back my review information and have to fill it out over again. Saw my doctor about my skin splitting and found out it is another side effect of the steroid I am on. Will be glad to get to the endocrinologist so someone can manage the dosage or possibly put me on a different medication.
@Megan_smartiepants1970 I recommend you visit AWorkoutRoutine.com. He has a lot of sound information on resistance training and some nice beginner programs that are free.
@TheresaM787 you have been a wonderful encouraging voice on the forum. I wish you continuing success on your health and fitness journey for you and your family.
I am so sorry that you are having so much stress. That has to be incredibly frustrating with your social security. How are the skin grafts going? Are you still doing your strength training?Hi all! I'm back from camping. Tired, but feeling great about the weekend. Did that 5 mile walk with Dad Friday morning, then went grocery shopping. Got out to the camper Friday late afternoon, set up, had dinner and went for a walk. At night we sat around the fire and had a good time. We found gluten free fudge stripes at the store for s'mores so I had a roasted marshmallow on one and it was actually really good! I was actually pretty short on calories going into the night so I decided to have one more marshmallow on a cookie and called it good.
Saturday morning my sister in law and I went to a local coffee shop for coffee and drank it while playing corn hole haha. After an early lunch we all went to the beach (friend's pool plans fell through) and spent 2 hours swimming in the lake. Everyone was pretty exhausted after that haha. Saturday night dinner while camping is always steak on the open fire, it's tradition. Mom made red potatoes and sweet corn to go with it. Was a fantastic dinner.
Unfortunately at night I felt the old binge craving try to set in. I told you guys camping can be hard for me because of the snacking. In the past, when it was dark and everyone was outside around the fire, I'd find reasons I "needed" to go in the camper, and I'd eat. A couple handfuls of chips, some crackers, cookies, maybe PB on a spoon, I don't know, just anything I saw. And I'd do it several times. Then I'd also eat marshmallows outside with everyone else. Last night I actually needed to go in the camper and was by myself and then felt a very strong pull to eat something. I got what I needed and got out as fast as possible. Driving home I felt the pull too, to eat the leftover chips that were in the car. But I sat with it and it went away. It felt terrible to have those old cravings pop up again, but I'm proud of myself for not giving in.
Anyway, sorry for the book of a post! I had a great weekend and it's back to normal life again! Tomorrow I'm meeting dad in the morning for a walk and then he leaves for 4 days for work. My neices will be at my house then at 8 am for the day while their parents go to work!
@Megan_smartiepants1970
Steps
7/15 9136
7/16 17807
7/17 4103 + 2hours leisurely swimming
You have the right to be proud. Not giving in to your cravings is so good. It’s funny how certain things trigger them. I need your strength when we go on vacation in August. Glad you had fun.Steps:- Monday 15 033
- Tuesday 10 143
- Wednesday 8 463
- Thursday 9 839
- Friday 13 074
- Saturday 12 639
- Sunday 10 749
Amazing steps!Beverly2Hansen wrote: »In answer to the question about my dad:
He's currently stable. It's early to tell how he's going to recover from the right leg blood clot and infection. We made progress in that he's no longer reacting to the blood thinner he's on and he's on antibiotics. The leg, ankle and foot appear to be less swollen in the bottom but I can't be positive yet. I'm keeping close tabs but we've reached the point where it's safe for me to leave the house at times.
Sending positive vibes that he recovers!1 -
Megan_smartiepants1970 wrote: »Here is my friendly reminder of the people's steps I need :
@888Angie888 7/15-7/17
@iradi8 7/11-7/17
@rlaskey2 7/17
@red1185 - 7/14-7/17
@lmf1012 - 7/17
@amymartin555 7/11-7/17
@MSWarrior7088 - 7/14 & 7/17
If I do not have them by 7/20 I will be zeroing them out
Thanks for your cooperation
7/11. 26,500
7/12. 22,017
7/13. 20,019
7/14. 37,897
7/15. 24,242
7/16. 27,473
7/17. 18,2012 -
TheresaM787 wrote: »Wow, I didn’t think this was going to be so hard. I feel like I’ve gotten to know you in such a relatively short period of time. I need to put a pause on MFP for now. I know you all will hit your goals. You’re doing amazing. Stay here. Keep logging. Keep inspiring and supporting one another. I hope to rejoin you again soon and hear all about your amazing losses and tremendous gains. Thank you for sharing your paths with me.
Stay well.
Theresa.
I didn't really get to know you to well in our short time... But you have Tahlia Aka Spring all teared up and missing you already. So that's must mean your pretty kewl beans. (Tahlia is also kewl beans).
Hope to get to know you better soon.
2 -
@Megan_smartiepants1970
7/17 steps 3,1942 -
I've pretty much took it easy all day... Other then getting the exercise room ready for tomorrow morning, and setting up weights etc for tomorrow after work.
But I thought you might like this... We have yet another new addition to the workout room. One that Lynn will start using tomorrow morning.
3 -
7/14 6,494
7/17 7,409
7/18 7,133
Sorry!!!3 -
Username: mszoueb
Weigh in Day: Monday
PW: 223.4
CW: 224.6
---
Hi all, here for Monday check in.
I pretty much checked in yesterday so don't have too much to say. I'm aiming to get my food under control this week because bouncing around in the same numbers isn't fun or motivating. I do get curious so I weigh once or couple times in the week, for example, this week my lowest was 221.2 for whatever reason. So, I think I'm going to see if I can not weigh in on my scales until each Monday so seeing fluctuations can't effect me as much.
Eating some more overnight oats for breakfast currently. It's going to be an interesting experiment in seeing how my weight loss works going forward without meal prep service. It's nice to have a bit of freedom to choose what to eat rather than forced to eat set meals in a way. The structure did have it's benefits though.
Set to be a hot weather week and with that, have a great week everyone!4 -
Steps:
7/15- 23,087
7/16- 11,606
7/17- 19,735
7/18- 15,235
Happy Monday!!3 -
Steps 7/17 18,674
7/18 17,030
Sick of this weather pattern we have been in and changing every few mins. Finally got my workout out in and some cleaning I had been procrastinating on.4 -
Username: Poobah1972
Weigh in Day: Monday
PW: 390.2
CW: 389.6
Loss this week = 0.6 Pounds
Good Morning Everyone, 😃
Monday is here! Whether you want it or not? lol
I was really hoping maybe this was the week I was hitting the 100lb loss mark. But that's a big NOPE. I'm down, but only by .6. So, the 100lb mark will just have to wait.
I was kinda half expecting this though. The boxing on Saturday had muscles throughout my body feeling the pain on Sunday. And that usually means you're also holding more water than usual. So it's all good.
I reckon this just puts me in position for a bit of woosh by next week? (maybe?) 😎
On my way downstairs to head out the door to go walking... I stopped at the entrance to the exercise room, to gaze Lynn, she looked absolutely stunning. 😍 Wearing a form hugging pair of black shorts and a black sports bra, with her hair in a purple scrunchie. Her eye's were completely closed as she was hopping to the beat on her trampoline. If she was any more comfortable, I would be afraid she would fall asleep mid-bounce. lol
My walk was great... I didn't even bother putting on a knee wrap this morning. As my knee's was feeling quite well. I did 7 laps, and got my heart rate up decently enough. When it was all said and done, I stripped down and got on the scale, and registered a 0.6 pound loss. New weight 389.6 Pounds.
so forward we march... Maybe next week, I'll finally be able to get some progress pics together. 👍💪
Also worth mentioning... Friday night for the first time ever I registered a SP02 Reading of 96% and followed it up the next day for yet another SP02 of 96%. I believe this is another sign, of my over all improvement in general cardio vascular health. And I'm fairly sure the fact I quit smoking doesn't hurt either.
Have an amazing week Ladies and Gents! 😎🤗🤗🤗
6 -
888Angie888 wrote: »Steps:
7/15- 23,087
7/16- 11,606
7/17- 19,735
7/18- 15,235
Happy Monday!!
Happy Monday right back. (nice stepping.)Username: mszoueb
Weigh in Day: Monday
PW: 223.4
CW: 224.6
---
Hi all, here for Monday check in.
I pretty much checked in yesterday so don't have too much to say. I'm aiming to get my food under control this week because bouncing around in the same numbers isn't fun or motivating. I do get curious so I weigh once or couple times in the week, for example, this week my lowest was 221.2 for whatever reason. So, I think I'm going to see if I can not weigh in on my scales until each Monday so seeing fluctuations can't effect me as much.
Eating some more overnight oats for breakfast currently. It's going to be an interesting experiment in seeing how my weight loss works going forward without meal prep service. It's nice to have a bit of freedom to choose what to eat rather than forced to eat set meals in a way. The structure did have it's benefits though.
Set to be a hot weather week and with that, have a great week everyone!
Best of luck moving forward making your food. That's a pretty big transition. But one that will help on your pocket book. But I won't lie, Working, working out, Cardio, making supper, cleaning up... It makes for a very busy day. But it most certainly can be done. As for the scale, yeah it can be a real arsehole sometimes eh?
I've been all over the map on the scale... Since moving the scale to the bottom level, (Concrete floor) and getting stable levels it's pretty much not moved, and it sits at the end of the hallway. So we walk by every time we leave the house or enter it. (basement house entrance). For the first so many months, I pretty much stepped on it every day sometimes twice. Having it on the concrete floor helped a lot as I could trust the readings. I kinda got the hang of knowing how much weight I will drop from say Saturday afternoon to Monday morning before breaking our fast.
The last 2 weeks though, I just stopped worrying about it. I think I stepped on the scale twice this week.. The point is, i'm doing what I need to do. And it's all equating to better health for me, and whether I don't like the number the scale shows me on any given day. For now I'm pretty confident I'm winning this battle. But I imagine if I see a gain next, week I'll be butt hurt. So we will see. lol2 -
@Megan_smartiepants1970
7/18 steps 4,2672 -
PLACE TEAM PERCENTAGE
PLACE TEAM LBS LOSS
PLACE INDIVIDUAL PERCENTAGE
@kerdil08
@Beautyofdreams
@ewilhelm2487
PLACE INDIVIDUAL LBS LOSS
@kerdil08
@ewilhelm2487
@19shmoo69
HONORABLE MENTIONS
@SisuMom2019
@sandielewis2001
@lindamtuck2018
@bowens1973
@davidji82
@amymartin555
@EvMakesChanges
@ashleycarole86
@Be_theBest_Me
3
This discussion has been closed.