Downsizers Team Chat - JANUARY 2023
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lindamtuck2018 wrote: »
Happy Sunday, @lindamtuck2018. Here are my numbers:
User: rwillems
Weigh-in day: Sunday
PW: 280.6 lbs.
CW 275.8 lbs. (-4.8 lbs)
Pretty good week! I feel fully recovered from the COVID now. SO got back to eating my "normal" foods, started tracking again, started some light exercise. It all pays off.
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@Megan_smartiepants1970
Hi Megan, here are my step counts for the week:
Sun 01/01/2023 3,517
Mon 01/02/2023 3.198
Tue 01/03/2023 3,279
Wed 01/04/2023 2,816
Thu 01/05/2023 1,688
Fri 01/06/2023 5,614
Sat 01/07/2023 3,563
Doc told me Friday that I have been lounging around nursing COVID for long enough and to get off my backside and get moving again, so I did. Completed 8,244 today. Hopefully get myself back on track again.
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lindamtuck2018 wrote: »@lindamtuck2018
PW 232
CW 231
Been lifting again. Still riding my bike. Got 170 miles to cover this month.
Nice loss! I am trying to find some leg strength training exercises as the doctor wants me to strengthen my legs. I don’t really want to buy a gym membership just for this. Maybe bands?So far so good this week.
Logged every bite every day ✔️
Walked at least 30mins everyday since Sunday ✔️
Brought lunch every day ✔️
Today I worked late and hubby got Chinese food & some for me. Instead I stopped at grocery store on the way home and got some stuff to make an amazing salad! Normally I would’ve just eaten the Chinese. I’ve tried losing again and again over the last few years but this week seemed different. I definitely feel more motivated and all in! Hopping I stick with it this time
My kids (11& will be 13 tomorrow! 😩🥰) are even waking with me each night & the pup is getting his exercise too!
Glad to be apart of this group! I’m working on
being more active here… but I’m more of a lurker 👀
Lurk all you want. Everyone uses the group differently. What a great NSV! Keep the momentum going.Slimmersixties wrote: »Slimmersixties Friday weigh in
Pw 192.4
Cw 191.8
10lb went on so fast and it's coming off so slow! Living at home instead of in the rv means too many temptations. Can't wait till 31st January, back to the rv and 2 months travelling Morocco! Goal Weight here I come!!
Fantastic loss! I here you about it coming off slow. I am jealous of your travelling. I have always wanted to go to Morocco.
It's a trade off .. yes i'm free to travel the world, but no family, kids or grandkids at Christmas!1 -
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lindamtuck2018 wrote: »
Happy Sunday, @lindamtuck2018. Here are my numbers:
User: rwillems
Weigh-in day: Sunday
PW: 280.6 lbs.
CW 275.8 lbs. (-4.8 lbs)
Pretty good week! I feel fully recovered from the COVID now. SO got back to eating my "normal" foods, started tracking again, started some light exercise. It all pays off.
Great loss!1 -
Thank goodness the festivities are finally over! Not only do we have Xmas and new year in Spain but the big celebration is 3 Kings on 5/6 January, when the kids get all their presents (it's like another Xmas day). Partied out!! 8lb up on pre Xmas weight and just want some of my normality back!!2
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JimBoden3
Weigh-in Day: Monday (Jan 9, 2023)
PW: 234.3
CW: 232.4
SW: 2403 -
I made it through week 1!!
Logged everything. Went on a power walk 5 of 7 days, enjoy a bday dinner with my family, and still lost this week. On to week two!
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docbeauty1 wrote: »docbeauty1
Weigh in Sunday
SW: 200 lbs
CW: 201.6 lbs
I gained this week but I won't let that discourage me, next week the scale will move in the right direction.
That’s the attitude. Putting it behind you will help you have a successful week.cormierannie wrote: »cormierannie
Weigh in day Sunday
PW: 137 pounds
CW: 137 pounds
You are doing so well.@lindamtuck2018
Yes, walking is my preferred way to exercise. I try to do a bit of hiking too. I used to walk or hike almost every day and I used to be able to walk at a fast speed and do some hills and walk for longer periods of time but my body and piling up health problems have made even regular, slow speed, flat surface walking for shorter periods of time difficult for me.
Hope you are able to choose wisely at your pot luck. I usually take a small amount of whatever interests me and if something is really worth it after tasting it then I might go back for a little more. Maybe you can take a healthy dish.
When I go to restaurants I often look the menu up ahead of time so I can make my decision before I go.
I totally understand the walking. I had to stop walking about a year and a half ago. It’s frustrating. They put the sign up for the potluck on Saturday and I saw it on our way grocery shopping. Of course, I forgot to buy something. I ordered a couple of desserts from a local bakery.lindamtuck2018 wrote: »
Happy Sunday, @lindamtuck2018. Here are my numbers:
User: rwillems
Weigh-in day: Sunday
PW: 280.6 lbs.
CW 275.8 lbs. (-4.8 lbs)
Pretty good week! I feel fully recovered from the COVID now. SO got back to eating my "normal" foods, started tracking again, started some light exercise. It all pays off.
Congrats on the amazing loss!Slimmersixties wrote: »Thank goodness the festivities are finally over! Not only do we have Xmas and new year in Spain but the big celebration is 3 Kings on 5/6 January, when the kids get all their presents (it's like another Xmas day). Partied out!! 8lb up on pre Xmas weight and just want some of my normality back!!
I am so glad the holidays are over. In Newfoundland, we leave our Christmas trees up until January 6th, old Christmas Day. I don’t do that anymore.JimBoden3
Weigh-in Day: Monday (Jan 9, 2023)
PW: 234.3
CW: 232.4
SW: 240
Congrats on the loss!3 -
Steps: 3,909
Sleep:✔️
Log food: ✔️
Exercise: ✔️
Yesterday I did some mini walks, arm exercises and stretching. I am going to the pool as soon as I put supper in the crockpot.
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Steps:
1/2 - 7533
1/3 - 6290
1/4 - 5735
1/5 - 5185
1/6 - 5056
1/7 - 5151
1/8 - 5282
Things are going well, I have been fasting more and I feel better so I hope to back on track with my weight loss.
I've been eating low carb and last night I made "hamburger helper". I made it with cauliflower and it was so filling.
Trying new recipes this year to prevent the same old things/old habits from sneaking in!!
Hope everyone has a very successful 2023 and good luck to all!!!
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I sometimes struggle in the evenings in the rv, shut inside in a small space and I get a bit bored and start thinking about food!!! Wanted something to keep me occupied whilst listening to stuff ...... and here it is! E10 for the book with 72 drawings and the pens! Anyone got any other ideas to share???
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Slimmersixties wrote: »I sometimes struggle in the evenings in the rv, shut inside in a small space and I get a bit bored and start thinking about food!!! Wanted something to keep me occupied whilst listening to stuff ...... and here it is! E10 for the book with 72 drawings and the pens! Anyone got any other ideas to share???
If you have a cell phone I suggest downloading candy crush game ...it is addicting but it does keep you occupied3 -
Megan_smartiepants1970 wrote: »Slimmersixties wrote: »I sometimes struggle in the evenings in the rv, shut inside in a small space and I get a bit bored and start thinking about food!!! Wanted something to keep me occupied whilst listening to stuff ...... and here it is! E10 for the book with 72 drawings and the pens! Anyone got any other ideas to share???
If you have a cell phone I suggest downloading candy crush game ...it is addicting but it does keep you occupied
Great suggestion .... I'm already on level 5212!!4 -
Morning all sorry been sick but at down a pound hope everyone is kicking *kitten*3
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Weekly weigh in
Morethanjustanumber
Weigh in day Monday 1/9
PW 232.2
CW 233.0
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I won't be on my computer much today but I can still be reached on my phone due to lots of lightning and thunder ..I hope everyone has a great day ...lots of flooding here in California2
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@Slimmersixties
Have you ever tried latch hook or diamond art? Puzzles are another great way to keep our minds off food. Another good game to play is toon blast. If you have access to wifi there are lots of good shows on Netflix or prime.
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Steps: 12,975
Sleep:✔️✔️
Log food: ✔️✔️
Exercise: ✔️✔️
It’s injection day. Leaving in a few minutes. It’s also potluck day and my plan is to make good choices. I will try to log things as best I can.3 -
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@Maesneuadd
Tuesday
@aactuallyaash
@lartishs
@Beautyofdreams
Wednesday
@IP2021
@lartishs
@WSOX37
@Beautyofdreams
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@lindamtuck2018 and @Megan_smartiepants1970
Hi Linda and Megan (and of course everyone else)
I've decided to take a break from MFP for a while.
The fact that I'm working with a coach and taking Ozempic for weight loss means that I'm currently not tracking my food as such. I'm writing down what I eat, but I don't weigh or measure anything.
I'm more focused on eating when I'm hungry and listening much more to my body, which has really been a game changer for me, and I have to say that Ozempic is really helping with that.
Since working with my coach and taking medication (8 weeks), I've lost more than in the 5 1/2 months before that.
I also feel much more in control and I can think of other things than just planning my meals. So I really want to see how far this will take me, as I still have quite a long way to go before I reach my goal weight.
I want to thank you both, and of course the rest of the team, for all your support during the past 7 months and wish you all good luck with your journey.
Best regards,
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@lindamtuck2018 and @Megan_smartiepants1970
Hi Linda and Megan (and of course everyone else)
I've decided to take a break from MFP for a while.
The fact that I'm working with a coach and taking Ozempic for weight loss means that I'm currently not tracking my food as such. I'm writing down what I eat, but I don't weigh or measure anything.
I'm more focused on eating when I'm hungry and listening much more to my body, which has really been a game changer for me, and I have to say that Ozempic is really helping with that.
Since working with my coach and taking medication (8 weeks), I've lost more than in the 5 1/2 months before that.
I also feel much more in control and I can think of other things than just planning my meals. So I really want to see how far this will take me, as I still have quite a long way to go before I reach my goal weight.
I want to thank you both, and of course the rest of the team, for all your support during the past 7 months and wish you all good luck with your journey.
Best regards,
Irene
I am sorry to see you go but it is great how well things are going for you. Reach out if you ever want to rejoin the team.3 -
@lindamtuck2018 and @Megan_smartiepants1970
Hi Linda and Megan (and of course everyone else)
I've decided to take a break from MFP for a while.
The fact that I'm working with a coach and taking Ozempic for weight loss means that I'm currently not tracking my food as such. I'm writing down what I eat, but I don't weigh or measure anything.
I'm more focused on eating when I'm hungry and listening much more to my body, which has really been a game changer for me, and I have to say that Ozempic is really helping with that.
Since working with my coach and taking medication (8 weeks), I've lost more than in the 5 1/2 months before that.
I also feel much more in control and I can think of other things than just planning my meals. So I really want to see how far this will take me, as I still have quite a long way to go before I reach my goal weight.
I want to thank you both, and of course the rest of the team, for all your support during the past 7 months and wish you all good luck with your journey.
Best regards,
Irene
I am so sorry to see you go ... looking forward to your return ...take care 2 -
The rain and wind lightning and thunder finally stopped ...we get 2 days without rain and then get 5 or so more days of rain and such ... my poor state is pretty much flooded everywhere ... we lost a 5 year old yesterday due to his mom going thru the flood stalling ...she was saved but the little boy is no where to be found ....so sad
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@Megan_smartiepants1970
I would like to be excused/removed from the step challenge for the rest of January.2
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