Username: Beautyofdreams
Weigh In Day: Tuesday
PW: 136.0
CW: 136.9
LTD: 86.5

Increased prednisone yesterday and morning and blood pressures were better. Really happy about that.

Ran into someone who works at the rec center today. Why do you always run into people when you are wearing ratty clothes? He was surprised that I was still getting skin grafts but it is what it is. We used to visit a lot after exercise as we both have health issues.

Sorry about the gain but weight should drop in a week or two. That just seems to be the pattern.

Have a great day and enjoy what's left of summer before fall begins!

cormierannie wrote: »

Tracked-yes
Under calorie- yes
Water 💦 96 ounces
Steps 7,000

Welcome to our team ... Would you like to join our step challenge? If so all I need from you is a step number that you plan to hit daily and for you to post your steps either daily or weekly which ever is easiest for you

✅Track food 1400 calories
Steps 2000
✅1L water

Missed the steps completion.

Hello all! My goals were to track and hit my kcal goal every day this week and I'm 2 for 2! The same with self care - high stress week means extra introvert care with journaling and reading. 2 days done! I've also checked in on the community tab of MFP daily. Ready for September and seeing what this month brings for change!

Aqualang26 wrote: »

Hey folks.

So, I've been feeling burnt out with logging. I'm just tired of thinking about it, looking stuff up etc. Any advice on how to get over that?

I heard taking a week or 2 diet break helps ... then you can start fresh ...Good luck

Aqualang26 wrote: »

Hey folks.

So, I've been feeling burnt out with logging. I'm just tired of thinking about it, looking stuff up etc. Any advice on how to get over that?

I would say take a break from it. I totally understand this feeling. I’ve been there before. It will only get harder and throw you completely off if you continue on this way so just take a breather. Stop, focus on healthy habits without the counting. Exercise and make healthy choices. Drink your water and give your mind and soul some rest. Hugs to you.

j2lee89 wrote: »

Hello all! My goals were to track and hit my kcal goal every day this week and I'm 2 for 2! The same with self care - high stress week means extra introvert care with journaling and reading. 2 days done! I've also checked in on the community tab of MFP daily. Ready for September and seeing what this month brings for change!

Well done staying on track!! 🎉 self care is so important and we often forget that it’s also part of the journey! Thanks for the reminder ♥️

rwood566 wrote: »

Good evening everyone. I hope you all are ready for yet another hump day. It seems like we just had one last week. Lol

Check in for 8/31:
Steps - 9147. Trek around the animal park. Got video of the 9 day old baby rhino.
Calories - 1450. Probably higher due to food at the park, but not by much.
Exercise - 3 hours at the park. Hills, animals, 30 minute bus ride to rest my back.

Watched rhinos from 150 feet. Amazingly huge creatures.
Going to shoot for a nice walk in the morning.
Wednesday is "no rhyme or reason day". Go out and have a blast.

I also some some Rhinosast week when I took the little one to the zoo. Impressive beasts! Enjoy your walk!

Shannonsto wrote: »

I’m a little behind on posting steps...
8/26: 12,919
8/27: 13,077
8/28: 13,166
8/29: 11,378
8/30: 10,788

Nice steps! Over 10k a day is great stepping.

Tazaria87 wrote: »

8/30
Tracked Yes
Under Calorie Yes
Water 81oz
Steps 13683

Got up early and met my parents at the lake for the 3mile loop. Won't be able to do it every day like last week though, dad is traveling for work the rest of this week. Had a NSV when I got dressed after the walk and put on a pair of capri's that were too tight a month ago. My weight may not be changing much, but clearly my body still is.

Great NSV! Do you do measurements?

Poobah1972 wrote: »

Good morning everyone... 🙃

I guess I strained a something in my right foot yesterday... As it's still sore today. I was hoping it would be all healed up by this morning, but not quite yet. It's nothing serious though. But between the sore foot and the rubbery legs in general from yesterday's Walk and Squats my plan was just to take things easy.

And take it easy is what I did. 31 minutes of light intensity cardio on the Elliptical. I'm not sure if I was sleeping for the first 10 minutes on the Elliptical or my heart rate monitor wasn't working, honestly it could be I was sleeping? Maybe? lol

I'm feeling rather blah today. Meh.

Have a good day guys! 🤗😎😋

Sleeping on the elliptical, now that would be funny to see. Great job working out even with your foot being sore.

Aqualang26 wrote: »

Hey folks.

So, I've been feeling burnt out with logging. I'm just tired of thinking about it, looking stuff up etc. Any advice on how to get over that?

Ditto the earlier comments from our fellow team members - logging food is a great tool for self awareness of your eating habits just like a tracker is helpful in letting you know how much activity you're doing but if you're eating healthy and applying moderation with the occasional treat, what's the harm in taking a break? No different from taking off your fitbit on vacation to avoid a tan line - it's not like the steps never happened, you're just not tracking them.

Take a week or two off and see how it impacts your other goals - if you're comfortable with the outcome, maybe you've 'graduated' and don't need to do it anymore. If you see your weight goals slipping away you can decide whether to restart again then.

If you're not ready to go 'cold turkey' you always have some other options:

• I find breakfast pretty easy to log since I usually have a variation of a half dozen things (Fiber One cereal with fruit, plain Greek yogurt with fruit, egg with whole grain English muffin, omelet, or last night's leftovers) - it's when I get to dinner that it's a hassle so you could try just doing the easy meals.
• Conversely, as long as you know your breakfasts typically fall within 'the norm', just lower you daily goal to subtract that meal (and maybe lunch) and just track dinners since that may be when you have the higher sodium or calorie rich foods.
• If you have a goal to avoid sugar, chips, ice cream, maybe just track the treats instead of the meals and set your goal accordingly so you can keep tabs on how many per week 9or how much on a given day) - sort of a way to reinforce taking it easy on those since you have to log them.
• If your trigger is food in between meals you could just track that - say limit yourself to 200 calories a day for 'sneak food', etc.
• You could just take a week off after your next weigh in and then set a new goal that if you maintain your weight or lose weight then you get another week off from logging. Since water weight fluctuates so much, maybe give yourself a half pound allowance or as long as you're not up 2 weeks in a row then you can continue to not log (basically - make a competition or game of it).

Good luck and please let us know what you decide to do - and if it works for you. I don't plan to log food for the rest of my life (it's not a prison sentence right?!?) but I am planning to stick with it until I hit my goal and find a way to maintain my weight ... or maybe when I get tired of it and also need a break

Jpedno wrote: »

Good morning from Santa Fe! We’ve got a high chance of rain today... fingers crossed... my garden loves it. I have an abundance of tomatoes just starting to ripen and my zinnias are blooming.

I’m headed to two doc appoints this morning. I do not have a plan for lunch so I am probably going to get takeout which can be a slippery slope for me. But tonight is spin class which at least gives me a little more wiggle room. I’ve been pleased with my exercise lately - my spin instructor said I’m looking more confident and strong on the bike. Yesterday I had to work late but still did my weight lifting routine at home before bed. Small successes.

Also I seem to be sleeping better! I fall asleep very easily but don’t stay asleep nor is my sleep very restful. I’ve started taking CBD oil before bed and it is really helping with staying asleep longer and waking feeling rested.

@Megan_smartiepants1970
Steps 8/31 7,171

That’s interesting that cbd oil is helping your sleep. I went to the medical marijuana doctor for my back pain and pain from neuropathy. It didn’t help but maybe it might improve my sleep. I have a cbd oil spray so I am going to try it tonight. Great job on the exercise. When your instructor comments you know you are doing something right.

Today was the 1st day back to walking in over 2 weeks ... felt great getting out there but I felt nauseous almost the entire time ... we walked for 141 minutes and 5.94 miles

Yikes! I’ve got to get way better at posting my steps! Probably too late, but here are the last several days...

8/28 13,166
8/29 11,378
8/30 10,788
8/31 12,936

Been slacking off a bit lately, as I’ve been ill and can’t get to the gym.

Let’s get to know each other!

1. Tell us a little about yourself?

I’m a single mother of 12 year old twin girls, one of whom has autism. I’m also a NICU nurse. My family and I love to travel, and my kids especially enjoy hiking and exploring in the mountains around us.

2. Why are you on this journey? What pushed you to start?

I started in 2012, but plateaued after losing about 50lbs. I got frustrated and gave up, regaining 30lbs of it over the next several years. I’ve told myself over and over that I need to lose weight. I wanted to be more active with my kids. My A1C was creeping up. I wanted to feel better.

3. What are your triggers and how can you avoid them?

Unfortunately for me, I crave both salty and sweet. As far as how to avoid them, I wish I knew. Some days it’s easier to say “no” than others.

4. Do you have a favourite diet you go by? ie keto, low carb

No, just moderation and trying to stay within my WW points. I’ve found if I refuse myself a food I like, I tend to end up binging. So I allow myself to occasionally indulge, just in smaller amounts. A half a donut instead of three donuts. 10 pretzels instead of the whole bag. Doing these things only every once in a while instead of every day.

5. What is your favourite way to workout?

I mostly do cardio, but I love lifting heavy and plan to start again this month. For now I’ve just been doing the machines in addition to cardio. I’m also considering Jillian Michaels’ 30 Day Shred.

6. What are some of your goals this month?
7. What do you expect to gain from the team?

Accountability mostly, and support.

Megan_smartiepants1970 wrote: »

Today was the 1st day back to walking in over 2 weeks ... felt great getting out there but I felt nauseous almost the entire time ... we walked for 141 minutes and 5.94 miles

So much for starting slow. 😀 Awesome but not the nausea.

Shannonsto wrote: »

Yikes! I’ve got to get way better at posting my steps! Probably too late, but here are the last several days...

8/28 13,166
8/29 11,378
8/30 10,788
8/31 12,936

Been slacking off a bit lately, as I’ve been ill and can’t get to the gym.

Fantastic steps! Sorry you haven’t been feeling well. I really enjoyed reading your answers to the questions.

rlaskey2 wrote: »

Steps 13,610

First strength workout out since being home from vacation. Also got a neighborhood walk with my friend. Day flew by with kids in school. I went to test drive a new car, it’s time for an upgrade.

@lindamtuck2018 is it ok if I skip weigh in again this week and start next Wednesday?

I have you marked as excused. Great job on the workout.