Early 60s, 5'-8" (ish)
SW (02.10.22) - 150
CW - 150.4 (08.01.22)
JulyGW - 142.8
FinalGW - 125lbs

I haven't been getting enough exercise so I need to recommit. It's been so darn hot out that I just can't get myself to walk or bike, but I'm going to try to get out early in the am when there are spots of shade around.
Cardio: Last walk I did was 5K walk so I'm going to stick with that distance and try to improve my time. Will be cycling or golfing as cross-training.
ST challenges: Pull-up challenge - I'm up to 20 lb. dumbbell rows
push-ups - If I do these every day this week, I'll be finished with that challenge by the end of the week (60 push-ups)
planks - this week is 3 sets of 60 seconds each.
Squats - 3 sets of 50.
Food:
Limiting processed foods and staying as close to vegan as possible.

Thanks for starting the thread and the inspiration@CeeBeeSlim!

@SparkSpringtime69 you will turn this around. I still can't do planks for that long

I was really depleted after yesterday's circuit training and I was trying to just eat protein, fruit and vegetables before dinner, but I just didn't feel good and felt irritable. So I had an ice cream sandwich. Not sure that actually worked! I think dehydration might be involved.

Today I'm going to try mixing avocado and tuna. I just had eggs for breakfast after my yoga. It was an exhausting routine. Glad tomorrow is an off day!

My friend says that if you take BCAAs, they give you more energy when you're working out. Any opinions on these and whether or not they are a good idea?

What do you do after a hard workout to recover and not get too hungry?

May today be a good day!

@zenobia9777 I don't usually feel hungry after a workout, and don't use any supplements, etc. I do drink a bunch of water right after a workout to replenish.
@CeeBeeSlim I do them 3 times a week. It's good to give your muscles a chance to recuperate for at least one day in between workouts.

CeeBeeSlim wrote: »

@zenobia9777 Here is the link i mentioned.

https://physiqonomics.com/bcaas/

That is a masterpiece of well presented information. Thank you. I will focus on the amount of protein they recommend. I'm probably not hitting that.

Yesterday I felt better after my difficult yoga workout. I had three eggs fried in half a tablespoon of butter. That's a good amount of protein.
I was using the nuun electrolyte powders regularly and I stopped doing that because I want to just stop spending the money. Maybe that was a mistake.

Thanks @HoneyBadger302 and @SparkSpringtime69!

Hey! This is my first time commenting on this discussion board (and first time even on MFP), and it's so nice to see a board where it's for that in-between stage!

Stats:
5'6.5" (I think 😅)
Current Weight: 60.9kg - 1 August | Goal Weight: 55kg
Heaviest Weight: ~85kg as a teenager

I just started keto at the start of the month having debated on it for a long time. It's partially to help me go down to my goal weight which I was at before having a carb heavy month in Mongolia haha. But the main reason is to help with my Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrome. Luckily my partner has already been on it for 7 months, so that's some amazing support to keep motivated right now.

I'm hoping to start my burlesque up again soon too! And just light strength training in general to tone up a bit more.

Good morning friends. Welcome to the new folks joining- this is an amazing and supportive group here.

@SparkSpringtime69 thank you so much for sending that link. I had no idea. That’s crazy. I don’t have any of those batches but apparently more being recalled. I have to look again.

Things going well here - no travel, been getting exercise daily, eating really well and being careful tracking. I’m back down about two lbs but still fluctuating. It’s really got the be the consistency- as we have said - being militant about measuring, weighing. Even then, after 50 it’s SLOW. But I’m in it - let’s see.

This summer heat is brutal. Water is definitely helping. I have been consistent with that for the first time and can’t say it’s making a difference. Big gaps for me are sleep - up too late, up too early. And yoga! I need to get that into my life somehow…@zenobia977 good for you getting it done! And thank you for sharing the inspiration.

Have a great day friends. Stay cool out there!

5'7", 43 years old
Starting Weight 1/3/22: 155.8
GW: ~128-132ish
2/23/22: 150
3/30/22: 147
4/22: Missed
5/31/22: 149.4
6/29/22: 152.4
7/27/22:150.6

8/4/22: 150.0

It's been an - ah, exciting? - last 2 weeks here. First, last week, had my annual go-round with the 'vid - knocked me on my butt for a couple days, but I still had barn chores each day, so not like I did NOTHING - but didn't do much besides that! Fine this week other than a sinus infection (side effect, not directly related) that hasn't quite kicked the bucket yet but is slowly improving.

On top of all that, I had my last day at my previous job, and started back with my new-at-a-previous-employer job. The 'new' job will be a ton better for my personal health because it's mostly remote, which means I can a) save a ton of commute money, and b) take that time to workout, care for the house, etc - and our boss seems really chill, so on slow days I can get *kitten* done, and on busy days I'll be busy, but he's not worried about babysitting which days are which - thank you, yes, I'm an adult and don't require a babysitter anymore LOL.

@CeeBeeSlim I don't use weights right now, but I guess once they start feeling too easy I'll start holding some weight while I do them.
@zenobia9777 Love your yogi's quote, what a great way to start your day. Great job on the "amazing" exercise session.
@litstuesday Great job keeping on track with the exercise and eating. I agree with you on the yoga, I used to do a morning routine every am, but have been lax with it lately. Thanks to all for the renewed inspiration.
@renaegry I would count an hour of cutting grass as exercise!
@HoneyBadger302 Sorry to hear you're getting annual covid infections. I guess if it just knocks you out for a couple of days that's not too bad, but still, yikes. Your lucky, my former boss liked to do a bit (and sometimes more than a bit) of micromanaging.
Just got done putting all of the stuff back into my car, mats, console stuff, etc. I feel whole again!

@CeeBeeSlim now that's self-control!
@SparkSoringtime69 dealing with the car is also a workout!!

I'm such a wimp I get exhausted winding up the soaker hoses.

Today in circuit training I was out of breath with the little sprints we did. But I probably could have done the 12 lb weights in the next round. I did 10 lb weights for the lunges and the deadlifts.

It's a little hard to know how much you can manage until you start it. Also different parts of your body are stronger or weaker.

My core is pretty good, but I've had a long ongoing problem with running out of breath when trying to run. I wonder if I have some lung damage from my smoking years.
Or maybe I'm just not supposed to be a runner!!!

49yrs 5'3"
CW 131lbs
GW 125lbs

I'm late to the August party! So nice to see new faces! Lots of inspiration in this thread. So many great stories and ideas.

Starting August just slightly heavier than July, sigh. My logging and food choices have been getting sloppy. Must get myself toned and ready for a family reunion / trip on August 18. That's my goal. But....

i got stepped on in my soccer game last night and have a crack at the base of my big toe nail - so painful but the nail solid and the wound seems to be closing. I haven't put shoes on yet . I hope I can still run! I'm going to have to embrace more strength training if I can't do my regular cardio.🙄

@CeeBeeSlim tell me more about electrolyte powder please ! I often feel depleted after games / hikes / runs even though I mostly eat well and sometimes drink Gatorade. Is this the secret to faster / better recovery?

Oh I did find this workout - looks like fun!

It's called "spell your name" workout. I'm trying to post a pic but doesn't seem to be working....look it up !