TEAM: Run Track Minds (October)
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Hey guys and gals. I guess I posted this in the wrong group and I really am in this one. I posted this last Friday 10/08.
This is Paul, first post in this group.
I sought out this group challenge as a way to keep me accountable to weighing in each week, monitoring and making progress, in spite of whatever challenges come my way.
I am a dad of 5 kids, 1 a sophomore in college, one a h.s. senior, a 9th grader, 7th grader, and 4th grader.
We live in Minnesota.
I work from home and also lead a cycling club.
My wife has been sick off and on for the past 6-8 years (Lyme's and Mold Toxicity/Auto immune) which leads me to a lot of emotional eating and drinking that doesn't make me feel better or resolve anything.
In January 2021 I was the heaviest I have ever been at 296lbs. Scary.
I have large Scandinavian genetics - my uncles and dad are all big men. I like to think I am more muscle than fat but that doesn't really matter on the scale and with my fitness goals and interests.
I love biking and ride a long distances, swimming laps at the Y, and try to keep up with all my kids' activities while making sure the house doesn't fall apart when my wife needs the day off due to illness.
I have two goals for 2021 in regards to cycling. To finish a 120 hilly gravel bike event in Iowa - SWIGG at the end of June and a 100 mile hilly gravel event mid-May in S. MN. I have attempted both events multiple times and they are the hardest 10 hours on a bike you will ever do.
I know my wattage/power on the bike will increase just by cutting weight. I also know that I cannot cut weight through biking alone. I need to end the week in a calorie deficit.
Recovering after having COVID in April has taken way longer than expected and my biking gains this summer less than I had hoped for. So with a renewed focus, I am starting this October to lose weight and gain biking fitness. I bought a smart bike trainer and training software, Trainer Road, and am committed to completing their training plan to achieve my bike goals for next year.
I am committed to losing weight through improving my diet, cutting calories, drinking more water, and making smart substitutions when I am hungry.
Friday morning, U.S. Central time weigh in.
Today's weight: down 2 lbs this week to 278. Progress.
Not as much bike activity this week as I have a race coming up on Saturday (tomorrow).1 -
*sigh* At the beginning of the month, I get my daily check ins ready, with the date, day of week, ect ect, then I just need to fill in how I did, was so confused, wondering how google docs erased a whole week of my daily logs. Instead it was a copy/paste fail and had the same week listed twice and didn’t notice. My Sunday check in should have been dated 10/10 not 10/03. Oh well, proof that am only human.
Monday 10/11
Tracked: Yes
Under Calories: Yes
Exercise: Yes, 45 minute walk. Had energy after work today surprisingly
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Monday 10/11
Tracked: yes
Calories: a little under
Exercise: 1 hour at gym, worked arms.
Tuesday 10/12
Tracked:yes
Calories: under (need to work on this)
Exercise:morning walk followed by more afternoon cardio and squats.1 -
*sigh* At the beginning of the month, I get my daily check ins ready, with the date, day of week, ect ect, then I just need to fill in how I did, was so confused, wondering how google docs erased a whole week of my daily logs. Instead it was a copy/paste fail and had the same week listed twice and didn’t notice. My Sunday check in should have been dated 10/10 not 10/03. Oh well, proof that am only human.
Monday 10/11
Tracked: Yes
Under Calories: Yes
Exercise: Yes, 45 minute walk. Had energy after work today surprisingly
@KakoHikes No one is perfect
Great day though! 1 -
Hey guys and gals. I guess I posted this in the wrong group and I really am in this one. I posted this last Friday 10/08.
This is Paul, first post in this group.
I sought out this group challenge as a way to keep me accountable to weighing in each week, monitoring and making progress, in spite of whatever challenges come my way.
I am a dad of 5 kids, 1 a sophomore in college, one a h.s. senior, a 9th grader, 7th grader, and 4th grader.
We live in Minnesota.
I work from home and also lead a cycling club.
My wife has been sick off and on for the past 6-8 years (Lyme's and Mold Toxicity/Auto immune) which leads me to a lot of emotional eating and drinking that doesn't make me feel better or resolve anything.
In January 2021 I was the heaviest I have ever been at 296lbs. Scary.
I have large Scandinavian genetics - my uncles and dad are all big men. I like to think I am more muscle than fat but that doesn't really matter on the scale and with my fitness goals and interests.
I love biking and ride a long distances, swimming laps at the Y, and try to keep up with all my kids' activities while making sure the house doesn't fall apart when my wife needs the day off due to illness.
I have two goals for 2021 in regards to cycling. To finish a 120 hilly gravel bike event in Iowa - SWIGG at the end of June and a 100 mile hilly gravel event mid-May in S. MN. I have attempted both events multiple times and they are the hardest 10 hours on a bike you will ever do.
I know my wattage/power on the bike will increase just by cutting weight. I also know that I cannot cut weight through biking alone. I need to end the week in a calorie deficit.
Recovering after having COVID in April has taken way longer than expected and my biking gains this summer less than I had hoped for. So with a renewed focus, I am starting this October to lose weight and gain biking fitness. I bought a smart bike trainer and training software, Trainer Road, and am committed to completing their training plan to achieve my bike goals for next year.
I am committed to losing weight through improving my diet, cutting calories, drinking more water, and making smart substitutions when I am hungry.
Friday morning, U.S. Central time weigh in.
Today's weight: down 2 lbs this week to 278. Progress.
Not as much bike activity this week as I have a race coming up on Saturday (tomorrow).
@paupeter Welcome!0 -
HI All,
Having a bit of trouble staying on track. I was down to 167.8 two days ago but one dinner out and back up to 170. Ugh. I literally had half a salad and half a side order of pasta and one piece of bread. Well, wine as well. But really 2 lbs for that? It is ridiculous!!
PW: 171
WI: 170
@lacatgirl It happens to everyone. Hang in there and just try to make better choices in the moment, and eventually your choices will lead to better habits.1 -
Tuesday 10/12
Tracked: Yes
Under Calories: Yes
Exercise: Yes, 47 minute walk0 -
Gamekeeper55
Monday 10/11
PW 335
CW 333.41 -
Paupeter726 (paul)
Friday 10/15
PW: 278
CW:277
Exercise: yes, raced my bike for 4 hours last Saturday.
I am checking in early as I will not have access tomorrow.
Good job everyone keep it up. I keep reminding myself, not going backwards is a win. Staying steady and losing weight is a win. Stack up the little wins over time and we will get where we want to.
Have a great weekend!1 -
Jackiej311
Week 2: weigh in day Wed
PW =234.7
CW= 234.2
No weightloss this week 😑1 -
Wednesday 10/13
Tracked: Yes
Under Calories: No but not that bad of an overage, had my healthy dinner all planned then mom made pizza. It was nummy
Exercise: Yes, 50 minute walk0 -
docbeauty1
Week 2: weigh in day Friday
PW=232.2
CW=2321 -
Thursday 10/14
Tracked: Yes
Under Calories: Yes
Exercise: Yes, 25 minute walk. Was running short on time so a bit shorter walk than normal0 -
Friday 10/15
Tracked: Yes
Under Calories: Yes
Exercise: Yes, 50 minute walk
Tried a new tofu recipe, baked it in the oven with spices, then put bbq sauce on it. Nummy! This recipe had you tear apart the tofu rather than slicing it with a knife. The rough edges make for a crisper texture once baked. Debating if I want to get a tofu press or just use the skillet weighed down with cans method for pressing it. Still only see myself using tofu once a month or so and probably do not need something else cluttering my kitchen cabinets
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Smcinto
Day: Sunday
PW=145.6
CW=143.22 -
Saturday 10/16
Tracked: Yes
Under Calories: Yes
Exercise: 30 minutes using a walking lawn mower was my main exercise, also used riding lawn mower for 45 minutes, and spent an hour on cleaning part of the garage with my mom. Am thrilled to be getting rid of three big boxes of stuff. I’d be happy to get rid of a lot more but it’s not my call. Busy day for housework and cooking too. Tried a new recipie, sautéed Chicken and Apples, delish! Yay for being productive
User: KakoHikes
Weigh in day: Sunday
PW: 209.6
CW: 207.4
Yay! Progress showing on the scale this week!1 -
Username: germaine_yee
Week: Friday (8 October)
PW = 146.82 lb
CW = 146.82 lb
Thank you. 0 -
Username: germaine_yee
Week: Friday (15 October)
PW = 146.82 lb
CW = 146.82 lb
Thank you. 1 -
DracoCapricorn
Week 3
Sunday
PW=147
CW=146.4
Got injured last month and could not do any sports2 -
Sunday 10/17
Tracked: Yes
Under Calories: Yes
Exercise: Yes, 55 minute walk outside. I did walk a couple side streets but was a bit slower pace than normal at times. Wasn’t completely feeling it but enjoyed being outside0 -
Gamekeeper55
Monday, 10/18
PW - 333.4
CW - 3312 -
**October Week 2**
This Week's Winners (posted 6-7 times):
No Daily Posters
This Week's Runners Up (posted 5 times):
@Kakohikes.
Week 2 Results have also been posted!!
Congrats to our top 3:
1st - @lacatgirl. - 0.58%
2nd - @dymphnadaniels. - 0.57%
3rd - @paupeter. - 0.36%
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dymphnadaniels
Week 3 Weigh-in Day Sunday)
PW: 295.2
CW: 295.8
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Sorry forgot to post on Sunday!0
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Hi - Not sure if it is too late - we were away for a few days.
WI - same as last week
Oh well 1 -
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Hi - Not sure if it is too late - we were away for a few days.
WI - same as last week
Oh well
@lacatgirl Hang in there.0 -
Hello! Just wanting to check in. Have two co-workers that are on last minute leave for at least two weeks(covid?) so I am working more hours and it is throwing me off. I probably won’t be posting many daily check ins. I’ve been good in having my lunch and healthy snacks prepped, gotten up early enough to make breakfast and made a big batch of chili to not worry about dinner.
I need to still figure out exercising though. Am wiped and sleepy and just want to cuddle with cats and book after work. Should try to walk or play ring fit a bit on my lunch, just hasn’t happened. I know I can’t just wait for motivation since in may never come.
At least will have a better paycheck this month. Both my dr and ent can not find any reason for my pulsile tinnitus. For some people it just is something they get, there is a tiny chance it could be caused by a clogged carotid artery or an aneurism. Did an ultrasound and my carotid artery is fine, now need to rule out an aneurysm by doing an MRI/MRA with contrast. Have meh insurance, the imaging with discount will be $2000. Debated about not doing it since that is a ridiculous cost and is probably nothing but in the back of my mind I would always wonder, what if it is something serious? I don’t want to just ignore health issues and hope they go away… that hasn’t worked out well for my mom.2 -
docbeauty1
Week 3: weigh in day Friday
PW=232
CW=2320
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