Afternoon Strangers... (yeah yeah, I'm the Stranger.. I know). 😆

It's official, I am 100% doing better this week then last. I could have finished the whole day at work today if I really wanted to... But I decided I would rather go home and have an hour power nap. And it was another one of those completely lost in a Deep Extra Cozy happy place kind of nap. Until, Lynn opened the door and said "Come On, it's time to go!!" lol Damn it! 🤤

I still got all sorts of issues with my butt cheek, and calf... But it's not howling at me as often. And I'm 100% going to try and go shopping for the first time in almost 5 weeks tomorrow morning. So, we shall see how it goes.

LEG DAY!!!

Still can't say I love Leg day... But it's done. 75 Pound Goblet squats as I try and push a little harder each week. Nothing else major to mention, other than the fact Jason (my brother) is right on my heals when it comes to the leg extensions. He's made for them I guess, and he's aiming to beat me soon. Bugger! lol

Lynn also made a Oopsie and accidently loaded an extra 10 pounds more then she wanted on Leg Extensions and didn't realize it till after her first set. Then when she realized, she was ecstatic that she was able to them pretty decently. 😎🤗

Oh, Someone mentioned in the "Downsizers" Team chat, that maybe I have a IT band issues like 4 weeks ago. I'm now of the mind that whoever told me that is right. Lynn went to the doctor for similar types of pain in her butt cheek/hip area, and that's what the Doctor thinks it is. And when I looked it up, it appears to make all the sense in the world as it goes from the outer hip to the glute, down the outside of the hamstring through the knee and twists to the side front area of the calf to your ankle. That's all the places I can feel the aches and pains. Usually in on my right side, but sometimes in my Left. Which is also known to be the case when people have these issues.

What bothers me, Is I have a sports Therapist, and I explained all of this quite plainly. How did she not figure this out, or the Chiropractor.... I can get the first Doctor I saw, went the strained muscle route cause but I did explain before the incident I was having issues for 2 months? All sounding exactly like a IT band.

So yeah.. Kind of miffed it took this long and no professional has picked it up. I can't help but think, no one really wants to cure me and it's better for them that I come back every week and pay them 100 bucks an hour. (Am I being cynical?) 😜

Anyway, turns out some of the stretching I have been doing was sort of helpful.. But now I Know how to do it better and some other variations... So, I'll work on it. 😃

Alright... Peace, Love and all of that *kitten*! Sleep tight! 💗🥰🤗

@Poobah1972
That is great news that things are improving. I don’t think your being cynical. Sometimes I think physio is a total cash grab. Keep the stretching up. That’s an awesome burn! Is your heart rate coming down with the pain decreasing?

@lindamtuck2018 ....Congrats on your beautiful Granddaughter

Megan_smartiepants1970 wrote: »

@lindamtuck2018 ....Congrats on your beautiful Granddaughter

Thanks Megan!

Questions 1 and 2.
Hi everybody! I’m Rachel. I’m 36. I’m a science teacher, and I’ve been trying lose weight most of my life. I reached a nice comfortable goal weight several years ago, but then my anxiety took over, had to get on medication, and gained 37 lbs in a year. While that’s no excuse, I’ve now changed meds, started with a therapist, and am trying to watch what I eat. While I’ve been somewhat successful overall, I do still have a long way to go.

This group is amazing at supporting at supporting each other and providing advice, encouragement, and inspiration.

I started at my highest at 179.6, and now down to 164.2…so there’s definitely progress, but I’m definitely my own obstacle.

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

My triggers are definitely wine and bread! I can eat my weight in bread, especially a warm baguette. I also love a good glass of red wine. I don’t drink everyday, and during the workweek I keep it to 1-2 glasses when I do, but if it’s a celebration (like last night for my dad’s birthday) I had 4 glasses.

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

I do not have a favorite diet - I just try to watch what I eat, and record it in MFP.

8. What is your favourite way to workout?

I love to walk: I walk during my planning periods, I’ll walk at the park, take the dog on a walk, or if I’m feeling like I need a really long walk I will hop on my treadmill. I think slow and steady is best for me. I don’t like high-intensity stuff.

10. What are some of your goals this month? I want to make sure to get my steps in at least 5 days/week. My step goal is 6K/day.

My other goal is to get back down to 161 this month. I’m at 164.2 right now. My overall goal is 150 (where my doctor wants me). I’m trying to be very realistic, take it slow, and not overdo it or make too many changes that aren’t sustainable.

12. What do you expect to gain from the team? Like I said previously, this team is so encouraging and inspirational. A good cheer section is always a good motivator to keep going. I know that I definitely need that. I have the intrinsic desire, but I get so hard on myself, that it’s nice to have a reminder that I am in fact human, mistakes and setbacks happen. This team is wonderful for all the encouragement and community they provide!




Red1185
PW: 162.2
CW: 164.2

Steps:
10/30: 3,795
10/31: 4,119
11/1: 7,407
11/2: 11,321
11/3: 8,381
11/4: 8,983
11/5: 2,846
11/6: 8,524

red1185 wrote: »

Questions 1 and 2.
Hi everybody! I’m Rachel. I’m 36. I’m a science teacher, and I’ve been trying lose weight most of my life. I reached a nice comfortable goal weight several years ago, but then my anxiety took over, had to get on medication, and gained 37 lbs in a year. While that’s no excuse, I’ve now changed meds, started with a therapist, and am trying to watch what I eat. While I’ve been somewhat successful overall, I do still have a long way to go.

This group is amazing at supporting at supporting each other and providing advice, encouragement, and inspiration.

I started at my highest at 179.6, and now down to 164.2…so there’s definitely progress, but I’m definitely my own obstacle.

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

My triggers are definitely wine and bread! I can eat my weight in bread, especially a warm baguette. I also love a good glass of red wine. I don’t drink everyday, and during the workweek I keep it to 1-2 glasses when I do, but if it’s a celebration (like last night for my dad’s birthday) I had 4 glasses.

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

I do not have a favorite diet - I just try to watch what I eat, and record it in MFP.

8. What is your favourite way to workout?

I love to walk: I walk during my planning periods, I’ll walk at the park, take the dog on a walk, or if I’m feeling like I need a really long walk I will hop on my treadmill. I think slow and steady is best for me. I don’t like high-intensity stuff.

10. What are some of your goals this month? I want to make sure to get my steps in at least 5 days/week. My step goal is 6K/day.

My other goal is to get back down to 161 this month. I’m at 164.2 right now. My overall goal is 150 (where my doctor wants me). I’m trying to be very realistic, take it slow, and not overdo it or make too many changes that aren’t sustainable.

12. What do you expect to gain from the team? Like I said previously, this team is so encouraging and inspirational. A good cheer section is always a good motivator to keep going. I know that I definitely need that. I have the intrinsic desire, but I get so hard on myself, that it’s nice to have a reminder that I am in fact human, mistakes and setbacks happen. This team is wonderful for all the encouragement and community they provide!




Red1185
PW: 162.2
CW: 164.2

Steps:
10/30: 3,795
10/31: 4,119
11/1: 7,407
11/2: 11,321
11/3: 8,381
11/4: 8,983
11/5: 2,846
11/6: 8,524

Do you happen to have your steps from 10/24- 10/29? It will count towards the end of the month of the grand finale

Tazaria87 wrote: »

Hi all. I'm coming in to say goodbye. The past 15 months in this group have been invaluable to me. Thank you to everyone for all the encouragement, laughs, recipes, pick me ups, and everything else. I wouldn't have made it this far without everyone here. I'm not stopping or anything, it's just time for a change. Goodbye, and good luck to everyone here.

I hate to see you go ....Wishing you the very best ...If you ever want to come back just let me know since I am in charge of recruiting .... Take Care

Pippin20206
PW 200.8
CW 201.9

ugh so my mini break is over and not surprisingly I gained weight. Back on the wagon today.