Fattleass
Wednesday
PW 176.3
CW 173.0

It's quiet in here. I know I haven't posted a ton. I've been swamped at work and the last thing I want to do when I get home is sit down in front of another computer. I would like to take a moment and say thank you for all the support/motivation I have received since joining this group. Also, if anyone out there is struggling, you have got this, you are in control even if it doesn't always feel that way. Just keep moving!

6/8-7,833
6/9-9,940

@frankwbrown - Those are impressive results!
The lower fat mass and visceral adipose tissue changes are amazing and far outweigh the ‘negative’ indicators you mentioned from what I understand from the DEXA data. Great work! I always say: Two steps forward and one step back is still one step forward. In your case it’s more like 12 steps forward and three steps back with a net of 9 or thereabouts 😅!

I was eager to get the results of my recent DEXA scan so I could get baseline data like for the areas you reported; however, my doctor only told me about the bone density results. It was good to get that information because I learned I have mild osteopenia, but I was disappointed in the lack of body fat mass data, etc.

Did you have to ask for a particular type of test?

I’m looking into next steps so I’m glad to see it’s possible. Best wishes with your continued success and reaching your goal of increased muscle mass. I have similar goals with body recomposition - and I’ve been slowly increasing the weight I can lift - but I’d love to be able to track my progress better using accurate data!

Man, not sure my life will ever slow down, haha. we had someone not show up to work at my second job so they have been begging me to come in offering incentive pay which equals about double my normal hourly, so it is hard to say no to. Cold weather is here again, bleck, but warmer weather is on the way, thank god.

Bearchested
Friday
PW: 196.6
CW: 195.8
LTD: 11.2

I realized that I never adjusted my calories and macros after losing 10 pounds, so I lowered my calories by 250. I didn't do the best sticking to the new number, but was still able to make progress. I'm also proud of myself for making healthy choices when eating out this week (I.e. the identity change to "I'm someone who almost always eats healthy"). We're traveling to see family the week after next, so these habits will help me on that trip.

I used to be a sweets snacker, as opposed to someone who likes salty foods. Not eating sweets really changed this, especially the sugar cravings, and I'm enjoying small portions of salty snack foods. I made a small exception for 1 cookie each from 3 boxes of girl scout cookies from my niece that my kids got into, because those won't last long and I'm a sucker for GS cookies. I noticed my sugar cravings went up after that treat, but a small portion of high sugar fruit (green grapes) or fruity sugar free gum have satisfied the craving.

Daily Step Goal: 8,000
3/9: 10,400
3/10: 12,385

Marni3369

PW: 225.4
CW: 226.8

Definitely not happy with this but fully understand why. Lots of birthday celebrating over the last week or so.
Have a great weekend everyone!

PatriceFitnessPal wrote: »

I was eager to get the results of my recent DEXA scan so I could get baseline data like for the areas you reported; however, my doctor only told me about the bone density results. It was good to get that information because I learned I have mild osteopenia, but I was disappointed in the lack of body fat mass data, etc.

Did you have to ask for a particular type of test?

No, but I searched specifically for places where I could get a DEXA scan, and found the company bodyspec.com had a facility within 100 miles of my home. I'm getting a scan twice a year now.

This PDF is a sample of what a whole body DEXA scan can show you:
https://static.bodyspec.com/doc/bodyspec-scan.pdf
Not only does it tell you your BMC (bone mineral content), but also your body fat percent, fat mass and lean mass, and these are broken down into regional areas like right vs left arms/legs and android (waist) vs gynoid (hips) area. Additionally, it will show your amount of VAT (Visceral Adipose Tissue). Note the BONE REPORT section that shows your BMD by region and your Z-score.

If your scan was ordered by your doctor, the facility might have provided only the data he requested, even though the scan was complete. You might ask him if he can request the rest of the data, as it seems possible (if not likely) that the scan included the other data.

frankwbrown
Step goal: 10,000 daily
Sun 3/6: 11,648
Mon 3/7: 11,846
Tue 3/8: 13,351
Wed 3/9: 27,159 (I went for it this day!)
Thu 3/10: 12,309

angmarie28 wrote: »

6/8-7,833
6/9-9,940

Good lord, I just realized I put the month as 6, not 3

angmarie28 wrote: »

angmarie28 wrote: »

6/8-7,833
6/9-9,940

Good lord, I just realized I put the month as 6, not 3

And @angmarie28 I recorded it correctly! What does that say about me?!!

March 11, 2022
Justanotherloser007
PW: 165.8
CW: 164.8

Keep warm!

ewilhelm2487 wrote: »

cre804 wrote: »

Cre804
PW 195.5
CW 196.0

This past week has been the worst, in terms of me eating properly and journaling. I’ve just been totally MIA this week. There’s been some stuff going on, but I’ve got to refocus and put myself first. Spring is coming and that always seems like a good time to reset for me. The Girl Scout cookies will be gone, and salads will be more appealing. I’ve been in a lunch rut, so I need to come up with some inspiring ideas.

I love making Yogurt parfaits or banana splits but instead of ice cream, I use yogurt and remove the chocolate syrup.
For the parfaits I use granola, yogurt, berries, and a nutty flax seed.
I also cut bananas in half, long ways, pat dry and spread peanut butter on them then add chopped nuts & raisins to it.

My favorite salad is with romaine lettuce, hard boiled eggs, grilled chicken,cucumbers, shredded carrots, parmesan cheese, sliced almonds and green pepper.

We have similar tastes! I’m generally not a fan of yogurt but I have a Hungry Girl berry yogurt bowl in my rotation. I noticed I have been shying away from cold foods in the winter but I did have it once last week. After today’s cold weather, our local weather guy says we should be able to put our coats away so I can plan on more salads for lunch soon.

Daily Step Goal: 6000
3/10 - 6042
3/11 - 7604