3/1 maintaining my goal of 64oz minimum water intake, im already half way there today LOL it's only 10AM. I'm trying my coffee black this week. day one (yesterday) was terrible bc i was trying it with almond milk (which i love) but with no sweet flavor it was terrible. HOWEVER just completely black goes down easier for some reason. IDK i dont understand it, but I am actually enjoying my black coffee today on day 2.

Welcome to all the new members!

I appreciate the photos and updates from everyone contributing energy to start the new month! It’s always interesting to hear how other Shape Shifters are doing.

My name is Patrice and I live in the USA - just across the Potomac River from Washington, DC in Alexandria, Virginia - with my husband and 11 year old (younger in heart and spirit) Boston Terrier dog. Our two grown sons (ages 20 and 21) live on their college campuses but return home during university breaks. I grew up in Boston, Massachusetts so I miss the ocean but I spend as much time as possible rowing on nearby rivers here in the DMV (DC, MD, VA metro area) during the warmer months. Our older son attends Boston College and most of our extended family members still live in MA so we often visit our friends and family there (and relieve siblings from caregiver tasks for aging relatives).

Right now, my exercise routine is less active than usual, so my goal is to add more cardio into my routine. Recently, I had a bone density scan and the x-ray showed some mild osteopenia (bone thinning) so I’m working on building more calcium and vitamin D into my meal planning. I started adding milk to my coffee instead of half & half but I might need to drink a glass of 1 or 2 percent milk instead. A tablespoon here and there won’t make a big difference. I’m a bit surprised at the bone scan results because I already eat a lot of high calcium foods (e.g., cheese, salmon, spinach and other leafy green vegetables, yogurt, etc.). I eat soy products regularly, too, but I’m going to add roasted soy nuts as a snack and maybe try some fortified cereals along with the extra milk. This seems to be something that can be corrected by diet so I’m determined not to resign myself to ‘aging’ at 55 years old.

I’m maintaining my weight between 120-130 now, which is in the middle range of a normal BMI for my height (a little over 5’3”). I’ve slacked off somewhat - during the darker, colder months - tracking less rigorously and finding it difficult to motivate myself for weightlifting and indoor rowing workouts on the erg. My husband and I share a 30-minute personal trainer appointment twice a week so that helps my accountability - but hurts the wallet 😂. We go to the local YMCA without too many frills at the gym. So, it’s not terribly expensive, and I rationalize that it’s cheaper than treating a health condition here in the USA.

I’m looking forward to hearing about your progress and what you are learning from this journey. I’m happy to answer any questions about my experience getting to my goal weight but I’ve still got a lot to learn about cultivating and maintaining habits over the long term! Best wishes to everyone! Let’s get those goals!!

jessicakrall8 wrote: »

ac204 wrote: »

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2/24 1072

@ac204 Is this correct for the 24th? Please advise.

Got you registered for the step challenge for March and upped your daily goal to 7500. Great job!
Jessica

@Jessicakrall8 yes sadly that is correct... it was a busy work day meaning I was stuck to the desk 😔

Steps
2/26 7,714

3/1 7,196

Daily Step Goal: 6000
2/27 - 6860
2/28 - 6292
3/1 - 7574

Weigh In Wednesday:

KittyInBoots17
PW: 234.6
CW:235.6 which is ouch.

I'm not gonna lie, I ate too many cookies over the weekend and this is the result. Sigh. I really need to get on this.

coblujay wrote: »

@coblujay
Wednesday Weigh in
PW: 193.2
CW: 193.2

Life's been really busy. I'm doing my best to stay focused. I'm heading out of town next week, so won't have access to a scale. I'll check in when I get back. Expecting a bit of a bounce, but all is good.

@coblujay I've asked the MODS to excuse you for next week during your travels. Have a good trip...stay safe and we'll see you on your return!
Jessica

Daily Step Goal: 8,000
3/1: 10,237
3/2: 10,128

Name: Cindy
Daily step goal: 8,000
Favorite place to walk: park down the street if weather is nice, inside if its not.

Thanks @jessicakrall8!

Smlisley wrote: »

Daily Step Goal: 6000
2/27 - 6860
2/28 - 6292
3/1 - 7574
3/2 - 5514 - So close!!! Yesterday was an off day, I'll be back on track today!

Hey @Smlisley No need to re-report previous days...if you post it, it forces me to go back and double check it as if something is wrong...so just report in every days, starting where you previously left off. thanks! You're doing great!
Jessica

Hi @jessicakrall8 I've just realised that I didn't request to be added to March Steppers.Please add me my goal is 12,000 please.
I like to walk in my local park which is beautiful,I love how it changes through the seasons.When the weather picks up I like to walk alongside the canals about an hours walk from my house.There are so many routes to explore.
Here are my March steps so far.
3/1 12,020
3/2 12,377
Thankfully I am feeling my normal self again now that the effects of covid have finally gone.Great to see new members on here,welcome 🙂
My name is Izzy I live in England UK with my husband & two adult sons 26 & 28.I like to go to the gym & work out with weights & cardio.Also for a swim & steam for some great peace & me time.Living in a male household I need it !!
I have been a member of this team for over a year (I think) It has helped me stay on track & I like the accountability & the chats.Feel free to add me as a friend if you want to.This journey is better with support.It definitely helps me.

~ Thursday / 03 March ~
Steps: 15.417
Protein: 61
Exercise: gym (cardio)
Calories in / out = net: 1561 / 1026 = 535
Good morning Shape Shifters. My Thursday was alright, I finally got all 5 boxes checked for the habit tracker. I went to the gym for cardio and I saw my new schedules were done. They look pretty brutal to me. I am starting with the upper body one in a bit so you will hear how it went tomorrow! I am glad to get two new strength schedules though. Cardio is really boring and strength is generally better for weight loss.
I wasn't really hungry for a change and fitbit gave me a lot of calories burned. Not sure why. Gymdays rarely give me 1k calories extra. I tidied up a bit in the garden but otherwise just relaxed and walked Tinus.
Happy Friday everyone

PW: 177.8
CW: 177.0

I'm traveling this weekend so am hoping to post next week's weight on Monday (this one is a few days old, but posted late...)

Thanks!