TEAM: The Slimsons (November)

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  • walk4today
    walk4today Posts: 1,195 Member
    Daily Post
    Sunday
    Track: yes
    Calories: under
    Exercise: walking, doing laundry, cleaning
  • southgirl94
    southgirl94 Posts: 778 Member
    November Week 1 - Sun, 10/31

    Happy Halloween! 👻🍁

    Track: No
    Calories: Over
    Exercise: None
  • FushiaKat
    FushiaKat Posts: 552 Member
    edited November 2021
    Daily Post Sunday 10/31

    Track: Yes
    Calories: Yes, Under
    Exercise: Yes

    Goals/Comments: Woo I didn't eat any candy this Halloween. I was on my way to bed and remembered I forgot to post today.

    Welcome new comers and welcome back team members. I'm glad to be here for another month.
  • vicky2767
    vicky2767 Posts: 2,472 Member

    gjaholy33 wrote: »
    Welcome Team Slimsons - New and old members to November Challenge!

    MY INTRO

    My name is Gloria, 42 yrs old, been on this weight-loss journey since 2004. It's been a long uphill battle but I refuse to give up until I meet my long-time goal of 200lbs.

    Over the past few years, I've been diagnosed with asthma which has overlapped into COPD ergo the oxygen continuously, gastroenteritis, events & hiatal hernia, acid reflux, pulmonary hypertension, osteoarthritis, sleep apnea, high blood pressure, chronic pain in the back and knees.

    Current Weight: 478.6lbs
    71.2lbs and 45 inches lost overall so far.


    Woo Hoo because of His Grace and guidance along the way I haven't weighed this low since October 15, 2019. HALLELUJAH! THANK YOU JESUS!

    Just goes to show you when you have God's Power as your strength, acknowledge your faults, and start making one small change at a time.
    THE IMPOSSIBLE IS POSSIBLE!

    My Plan for Success this month:
    • Surrendering to God in prayer morning & night
    • Abstaining from Fast & Junk Food (except scheduled days)
    • Guidance from my Bariatric Doctor & Personal Trainer
    • Intermittent Fasting Window (16:8, 18:6, 20:4)
    • Start Aquatics 3x a week when permitted
    • Increase Overall workouts from 60mins to 90 mins a day
    • Follow current Whole Food Plant Base with 1600 calories, (Macros 65% Carbs, 15% Fat 20% Protein) allowing 4 days of semi-healthy splurge during (Thanksgiving, Christmas, my birthday (12/31 and New Year's day)
    • Increase step count from 5000 to 7500 steps daily
    • Continue drinking lots of water 💧
    • Meditate at least 4x a week to center myself
    • Always find a way to prep my food for the week
    • Keep Zero calorie frozen popsicles on hand
    • Measure every month on the 28th
    • Weigh Every Thursday to Stay on Track
    • ENCOURAGE SELF EVERY DAY NOT TO GIVE UP & IF I FAIL; GET BACK UP DON'T STAY DOWN‼️
    ‼️USE THE CRISIS HOTLINE 800 273 8255 ‼️


    If interested follow my progress at:
    https://youtube.com/user/gjaholy

    Looking forward to reading everyone's post and knowing we will have a successful month. We're in this together 💪🏾❤
    You are a true inspiration to us.
    Chalmation wrote: »
    Hi, all. My name is Cindy, and I was part of this team from February to August of this year. Had to drop out at the end of August because I had to flee Hurricane Ida! But even before that, I was starting to slide off the wagon, and during my evacuation and after I got home (no major damage, just some missing roof shingles), the wagon ran over me a few times.

    But I got my head back in the game and am ready to do this again. Of course, I gained most of my lost weight back, so I have to re-lose those pounds now. Very frustrating, because if I had stayed on course, I would already be at my goal weight.
    You got this. Glad to see you back and glad you had no major damage.
    elelja945 wrote: »
    Hello Slimsons :) My name is Pearl. I started a battle with my weight almost 22 years ago after the birth of my first child. It has been a roller coaster ride with MANY ups and downs. Now all these years later I find myself back at almost the exact same weight I began. But this time it is not a battle. I am choosing not to fight with my body anymore. I will no longer abuse it, insult it, shame it or compare it to an unachievable look it had once 25 years ago. While I lose the weight this time around I want to learn to love this body, my body that has been a strong, dependable, and constant partner to me. It has carried me through many stages of life never once faltering nor failing to step up everyday to support me. I set a goal to lose 5 pounds during this challenge. One day at a time just giving my body what it needs, fresh air, movement, and nourishing food in moderation. I look forward to sharing and learning this coming month with all of you. -Pearl

    Learning to love and truely accept yourself is what I’m working on too. You got this.
  • vicky2767
    vicky2767 Posts: 2,472 Member
    AB0215 wrote: »
    Team Slimsons took 1st place for teams for the month of October, let's see if we can do it again! We got this!

    Woohoo. And thank you Ashley for your continued guidance and support.
  • vicky2767
    vicky2767 Posts: 2,472 Member
    Daily check in
    Sun 10/31
    Tracked yes
    Calories over
    Exercise yes 50 min walk with the dog

  • vicky2767
    vicky2767 Posts: 2,472 Member
    Was in a terrible cranky mood yesterday. Not sure why. Here’s to being in a better mood today.
  • lilith40
    lilith40 Posts: 85 Member
    Hi all!
    I'm really happy to be in this challenge with all of you. I've struggled with my weight since my 20s (am 50 now). I lost a lot of weight 2 years ago but gained most of it back during the lockdowns (working from home is NOT good for me!). I'm here because I want to stay motivated and accountable and want to help others do the same if I can.

    I'm posting for Sun - I just read about the mini challenge now.
    Tracking: yes
    Calories: under
    Exercise: 2 hrs of yard work.

    Have q great day everyone!
  • AB0215
    AB0215 Posts: 7,141 Member
    lilith40 wrote: »
    Hi all!
    I'm really happy to be in this challenge with all of you. I've struggled with my weight since my 20s (am 50 now). I lost a lot of weight 2 years ago but gained most of it back during the lockdowns (working from home is NOT good for me!). I'm here because I want to stay motivated and accountable and want to help others do the same if I can.

    I'm posting for Sun - I just read about the mini challenge now.
    Tracking: yes
    Calories: under
    Exercise: 2 hrs of yard work.

    Have q great day everyone!

    @lilith40 Welcome!! Personally, I've been working from home since before it was a thing and it's definitely for me. It gives me more time (due to the lack of a commute) to walk and workout, I think it's always about finding what works for you and everyone is different. That first step is figuring out what works for you and you are well on your way!!
  • AB0215
    AB0215 Posts: 7,141 Member
    vicky2767 wrote: »
    Was in a terrible cranky mood yesterday. Not sure why. Here’s to being in a better mood today.

    @vicky2767 Some days are like that, maybe spend a little extra time on self care :smile: It IS important!!
  • AB0215
    AB0215 Posts: 7,141 Member
    Hey guys, would anyone like to be Co-Captain and help me keep up with the weights and daily posts tallys? I have been trying to help other teams who don't have a Captain at all and if anyone is able to help me with this team, I'd really appreciate the help :smile:
  • DebJB30
    DebJB30 Posts: 221 Member
    DebJB30
    Monday Weigh in Week 1
    PW = 166.6
    CW = 165.2
  • FushiaKat
    FushiaKat Posts: 552 Member
    vicky2767 wrote: »
    Was in a terrible cranky mood yesterday. Not sure why. Here’s to being in a better mood today.

    That happens to the best of us for no reason at all, just because. I hope you have a better day today!
  • elelja945
    elelja945 Posts: 86 Member
    Check in
    Monday 11/1
    Track: Yes
    Calories: Under
    Exercise: 1 hour on treadmill
    For some reason I love when the first of the month falls on a Monday. I feel like I get a double chance at a fresh start :)
  • lilith40
    lilith40 Posts: 85 Member
    Check in
    Monday 11/1
    Track: Yes
    Calories: Slightly under
    Exercise: Yard work 1 hour.
  • Bemybestby60
    Bemybestby60 Posts: 1,730 Member
    Daily Post Monday
    Track yes
    Calories yes and over
    Exercise yes treadmill
  • walk4today
    walk4today Posts: 1,195 Member
    Daily Post
    Monday
    Track: yes
    Calories: yes, over
    Exercise: yes
  • FushiaKat
    FushiaKat Posts: 552 Member
    Daily Post Monday 11/01

    Track: Yes
    Calories: Yes, Under
    Exercise: Yes

    Goals/Comments: Busy day taking the cat to the Vet, shopping for Food. It's scary but the market was out of a lot of stuff, reminded me of when people horded everything. Maybe their shipments are delayed.
  • Chalmation
    Chalmation Posts: 2,625 Member
    Daily Post Monday
    Track: Yes
    Calories: Under
    Exercise: 33 minutes outdoor walking

  • vicky2767
    vicky2767 Posts: 2,472 Member
    AB0215 wrote: »
    vicky2767 wrote: »
    Was in a terrible cranky mood yesterday. Not sure why. Here’s to being in a better mood today.

    @vicky2767 Some days are like that, maybe spend a little extra time on self care :smile: It IS important!!

    Thanks
  • vicky2767
    vicky2767 Posts: 2,472 Member
    DebJB30 wrote: »
    DebJB30
    Monday Weigh in Week 1
    PW = 166.6
    CW = 165.2
    Awesome
    jeepkat1 wrote: »
    vicky2767 wrote: »
    Was in a terrible cranky mood yesterday. Not sure why. Here’s to being in a better mood today.

    That happens to the best of us for no reason at all, just because. I hope you have a better day today!

    Thanks
  • vicky2767
    vicky2767 Posts: 2,472 Member
    AB0215 wrote: »
    Hey guys, would anyone like to be Co-Captain and help me keep up with the weights and daily posts tallys? I have been trying to help other teams who don't have a Captain at all and if anyone is able to help me with this team, I'd really appreciate the help :smile:

    I can try it if you’d like. And if it becomes too much for me I will let you know. What exactly needs to be done?
  • gemwolf110
    gemwolf110 Posts: 1,520 Member
    Daily Post (Sunday)

    Track: Yes
    Calories: Yes
    Exercise: Yes
    Goals/Day/Comments:
    Got raking done, passed out candy to kids with my sister

    Daily Post (Monday)

    Track: Yes
    Calories: Yes
    Exercise: Yes
    Goals/Day/Comments:
    Got a lot of walking in at both jobs.
  • chublet25
    chublet25 Posts: 833 Member
    chublet25
    Tuesday, Nov 2

    PW 139.8
    CW: 137.8. .. . .I had my post-cancer checkup yesterday and talked to the doctor about my weight loss (I've been losing at least 2 pounds every single week since late March) and she didn't seem concerned, and thought I was doing great. But if I keep losing weight once I hit my goal, or if I had a pigout week and still lose weight, I'm to book a CT scan. Who would ever think I'd be concerned about losing MORE weight than expected???
  • gjaholy33
    gjaholy33 Posts: 2,626 Member
    AB0215 wrote: »
    Hey guys, would anyone like to be Co-Captain and help me keep up with the weights and daily posts tallys? I have been trying to help other teams who don't have a Captain at all and if anyone is able to help me with this team, I'd really appreciate the help :smile:

    I can be a backup if no one else has step up to the plate
  • gjaholy33
    gjaholy33 Posts: 2,626 Member
    DebJB30 wrote: »
    DebJB30
    Monday Weigh in Week 1
    PW = 166.6
    CW = 165.2

    Nice
  • gjaholy33
    gjaholy33 Posts: 2,626 Member
    chublet25 wrote: »
    chublet25
    Tuesday, Nov 2

    PW 139.8
    CW: 137.8. .. . .I had my post-cancer checkup yesterday and talked to the doctor about my weight loss (I've been losing at least 2 pounds every single week since late March) and she didn't seem concerned, and thought I was doing great. But if I keep losing weight once I hit my goal, or if I had a pigout week and still lose weight, I'm to book a CT scan. Who would ever think I'd be concerned about losing MORE weight than expected???

    Wow, you just never know. I am proud of your progress and glad you're still on the mend❤🤗
  • gjaholy33
    gjaholy33 Posts: 2,626 Member
    AB0215 wrote: »
    Team Slimsons took 1st place for teams for the month of October, let's see if we can do it again! We got this!

    Yay
  • AB0215
    AB0215 Posts: 7,141 Member
    gjaholy33 wrote: »
    AB0215 wrote: »
    Hey guys, would anyone like to be Co-Captain and help me keep up with the weights and daily posts tallys? I have been trying to help other teams who don't have a Captain at all and if anyone is able to help me with this team, I'd really appreciate the help :smile:

    I can be a backup if no one else has step up to the plate

    @gjaholy33 I'd love to have you if you're up for it.
  • gjaholy33
    gjaholy33 Posts: 2,626 Member
    AB0215 wrote: »
    gjaholy33 wrote: »
    AB0215 wrote: »
    Hey guys, would anyone like to be Co-Captain and help me keep up with the weights and daily posts tallys? I have been trying to help other teams who don't have a Captain at all and if anyone is able to help me with this team, I'd really appreciate the help :smile:

    I can be a backup if no one else has step up to the plate

    @gjaholy33 I'd love to have you if you're up for it.

    Totally up for it.👍🏾
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