Downsizers Team Chat - APRIL 2023
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Slimmersixties wrote: »
I needed to see this! I was setting up a chart with little prizes at certain weight points and one for the goals I put in pizza. What a self-sabotage that wouldve been. I will need to think of new motivation!1 -
Megan_smartiepants1970 wrote: »
Here is my friendly Sunday reminder of the people's steps I need for March Week 5 ..Please have your steps in no later than Tuesday evening 4/4 so that I can post the results for week 5 and do the grand finale ... Thank you so much for your cooperation
@HASWLRS 3/26 - 4/1
@Jpedno 3/26 - 4/1
@Bluetail6 3/26 - 4/1
@FindingSamMon 3/31 & 4/1
@Beverly2Hansen 3/26 -4/1
@Megan_smartiepants1970
I think you meant 3/26 not 3/16 but let me know if you are indeed missing that far back.
3/26 11119
3/27 10125
3/28 1446 (watch died)
3/29 11690
3/30 6290
3/31 8764
4/1 17,076
4/2 20,114
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MSWarrior7088 wrote: »Slimmersixties wrote: »
But I've been a good girl....lol
This is so true that we reward ourselves with food...I need to stop doing this myself!!
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Hey everyone! Sorry for the late weigh in this week as I have family visiting us and it got quite hectic lol. I weighed in just forgot to post it on here.
PW: 193
CW: 190.6
I've lost a total of 27.4 lbs so far!! Super excited!7 -
A quick intro-
I'm Jen (42) in Santa Fe, NM. I live with my hubby and cat. Weight has crept up over the years, in grad school, with stressful health and family situations, I have some chronic health issues and have been on some form of steroids for years. I'm also 5' tall and I like to eat sooo... Anyway, lately I have been focusing on eating more (vegan) protein and lifting weights to improve my health.4 -
Slimmersixties wrote: »
Guilty🫣 on the positive side some food things aren’t necessarily all “bad” such as special ingredients for a healthy new recipe or enjoying a new restaurant (we rarely eat out). I also love kitchen gadgets so tools that will help me make healthier meals. I really want a Ninja Creami but that may be too tempting. Team what are some rewards you have? What milestones do you reward? Do you reward for both scale and NSV milestones?2 -
NouveauRee wrote: »Slimmersixties wrote: »
Guilty🫣 on the positive side some food things aren’t necessarily all “bad” such as special ingredients for a healthy new recipe or enjoying a new restaurant (we rarely eat out). I also love kitchen gadgets so tools that will help me make healthier meals. I really want a Ninja Creami but that may be too tempting. Team what are some rewards you have? What milestones do you reward? Do you reward for both scale and NSV milestones?
I set up a good amount of milestone rewards for scale victories (since i have a long journey down the scale😅).. some of the things on the list- new clothes, new shoes, pedometer, new exercise/kitchen equipment, and (farrrrr down the road) a small vacation.
I had pizza on the list, but this quote put me in check lol2 -
Slimmersixties wrote: »
I needed to see this! I was setting up a chart with little prizes at certain weight points and one for the goals I put in pizza. What a self-sabotage that wouldve been. I will need to think of new motivation!
Pizza can be healthy .... not my thing, but i believe Greg @JaysFan82 has a low calorie version which I'm sure he'll share with you!4 -
NouveauRee wrote: »Slimmersixties wrote: »
Guilty🫣 on the positive side some food things aren’t necessarily all “bad” such as special ingredients for a healthy new recipe or enjoying a new restaurant (we rarely eat out). I also love kitchen gadgets so tools that will help me make healthier meals. I really want a Ninja Creami but that may be too tempting. Team what are some rewards you have? What milestones do you reward? Do you reward for both scale and NSV milestones?
I set up a good amount of milestone rewards for scale victories (since i have a long journey down the scale😅).. some of the things on the list- new clothes, new shoes, pedometer, new exercise/kitchen equipment, and (farrrrr down the road) a small vacation.
I had pizza on the list, but this quote put me in check lol
Fab rewards Nacho! Hope having a list helps motivate. I need to revisit my list. I know health and fitness and energy are the best rewards but sometimes that more tangible item is that extra push. Can’t wait to hear about your new clothes and equipment and vacation! If Pizza is your thing, maybe a little pizza oven to make homemade pizzas or a gourmet pizza kit. Pizza can be a healthy option. As for activity trackers, you may be able to find larger replacement bands or band extenders on Amazon. Best of luck on your Journey! You’ve got this Nacho!
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@megan_smartiepants1970
Step Challenge
My Round 6 (goal 12000)
4/02 8257 (lower steps due to swimming. But I read an hour of swimming translates to 10000 steps. So there's that lol)
4/03 5793 Migraine
4/04
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What's up squad? Happy Monday!
Super inspirational reading through everyones posts. Even when yall have a "low day" with your steps, its still remarkable to me. I am not really mobile right now, but feel like that is going to change as I continue with physical therapy and shed some lbs.. I currently can make it from one room to another, so I have chairs strategically placed in each room.
That said, I would like to start keeping track of my steps, but am not sure what to buy. Is anyone familiar with a myfitnesspal compatible tracker that has an option to purchase larger wrist bands? From what I have read fitbit no longer makes xl bands.
I use fitbit and have ordered larger non fitbit bands on Amazon. Works great. My fitbit is a definite tool in my weight loss journey. I started with steps and now I concentrate on the active zone minutes.3 -
Slimmersixties wrote: »
I needed to see this! I was setting up a chart with little prizes at certain weight points and one for the goals I put in pizza. What a self-sabotage that wouldve been. I will need to think of new motivation!
I sometimes use food as a motivator. To learn that my fave high calorie foods are doable. We all have triggers and if we have them around we eat and eat. I can make peanut butter cookies or other treats and only eat within my limit. But I dare not make a pineapple upside down cake as I will sit at the table until it is gone! But! One nummy slice from the quaint place up the road is a nice reward to teach me I can enjoy and I can thrive. The more I lose and the more healthy I become clothes become a reward or a longer walk or or or lol.4 -
Tail0rMade22 wrote: »Hey everyone! Sorry for the late weigh in this week as I have family visiting us and it got quite hectic lol. I weighed in just forgot to post it on here.
PW: 193
CW: 190.6
I've lost a total of 27.4 lbs so far!! Super excited!
Great loss and enjoy the family!3 -
Tail0rMade22 wrote: »Hey everyone! Sorry for the late weigh in this week as I have family visiting us and it got quite hectic lol. I weighed in just forgot to post it on here.
PW: 193
CW: 190.6
I've lost a total of 27.4 lbs so far!! Super excited!
Fantastic loss!NouveauRee wrote: »Slimmersixties wrote: »
Guilty🫣 on the positive side some food things aren’t necessarily all “bad” such as special ingredients for a healthy new recipe or enjoying a new restaurant (we rarely eat out). I also love kitchen gadgets so tools that will help me make healthier meals. I really want a Ninja Creami but that may be too tempting. Team what are some rewards you have? What milestones do you reward? Do you reward for both scale and NSV milestones?
I have large wrists (big boned) and my Apple Watch band fits good. The idea to get some from Amazon is good. Milestones is something I haven’t been big on celebrating and it is something I should do. I really need some new clothes as I live in yoga pants. Maybe that would be a good reward. Also, a pedicure is something I have done in the past. I think I will make a list and get back to you. I agree with the thoughts on pizza. I don’t think there are any “bad” foods. It’s about how often and how much you eat. I would pig out on pizza every time we had it. Now I have learned to be satisfied after a couple of slices.5 -
Steps: 4,449
Sleep: ✔️✔️
Log food:✔️✔️
Exercise: ✔️
Good morning. I have to cancel my pain injections this morning. My husband passed on his cold. I disinfected like crazy but I guess not enough. Yesterday I made sure to move around. If I got up to do something I did a lap or two around the apartment. Now to motivate myself again today to reach my step goal.
Have a terrific Tuesday.
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Overdue
@rachjolly
@Beverly2Hansen
@Morethanjustanumber
Tuesday
@aactuallyaash
Wednesday
@MSWarrior7088
@GirlOnTheRebound
@HASWLRS
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Weekly weigh in
Morethanjustanumber
Weigh in day Monday 4/3
PW 237.6
CW 237.2
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Megan_smartiepants1970 wrote: »
Here is my friendly Sunday reminder of the people's steps I need for March Week 5 ..Please have your steps in no later than Tuesday evening 4/4 so that I can post the results for week 5 and do the grand finale ... Thank you so much for your cooperation
@HASWLRS 3/26 - 4/1
@Jpedno 3/26 - 4/1
@Bluetail6 3/26 - 4/1
@FindingSamMon 3/31 & 4/1
@Beverly2Hansen 3/26 -4/1
@Megan_smartiepants1970
I think you meant 3/26 not 3/16 but let me know if you are indeed missing that far back.
3/26 11119
3/27 10125
3/28 1446 (watch died)
3/29 11690
3/30 6290
3/31 8764
4/1 17,076
4/2 20,114
Yes it was an error..Thank you for letting me know of my mistake ...Amazing steps 2 -
GirlOnTheRebound wrote: »@megan_smartiepants1970
Step Challenge
My Round 6 (goal 12000)
4/02 8257 (lower steps due to swimming. But I read an hour of swimming translates to 10000 steps. So there's that lol)
4/03 5793 Migraine
4/04
4/05
4/06
4/07
4/08
I have a step conversion ...was your swimming, leisure, moderate effort, treading water or vigorous effort and for how long? leisure is 133 x how long ... moderate effort is 174 x how long...treading water is 49 x how long and vigorous effort is 222 x how long2 -
Here is my 2nd reminder of the people's steps I need for March week 5...Please have them in no later than this evening 4/4 so I can post the results and the grand finale in the morning ...Thank you for your cooperation
@HASWLRS 3/26 - 4/1
@Bluetail6 3/26 - 4/1
@Beverly2Hansen 3/26 - 4/1
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Megan_smartiepants1970 wrote: »GirlOnTheRebound wrote: »@megan_smartiepants1970
Step Challenge
My Round 6 (goal 12000)
4/02 8257 (lower steps due to swimming. But I read an hour of swimming translates to 10000 steps. So there's that lol)
4/03 5793 Migraine
4/04
4/05
4/06
4/07
4/08
I have a step conversion ...was your swimming, leisure, moderate effort, treading water or vigorous effort and for how long? leisure is 133 x how long ... moderate effort is 174 x how long...treading water is 49 x how long and vigorous effort is 222 x how long
Oh cool! I swam laps for 66 minutes with a few pauses in there so let's call it 60 mins. I have a snorkel I use so I don't have to concentrate on breathing. Love the silence and my ability to destress. This was my first time back in months so let's call it a leisurely pace. Thank you3 -
Monday 4/3/2023
- MCD on Plan: no - had a mixed drink which is not on plan - all else was good.
- Water (Goal 64 oz) : 64oz Done
- Weight Training: None
- THOUGHTS: The day was good. Water was good but I want to get to 96 during the week.
Step Challenge - Goal 7000
4/2 - 7,738
4/3 - 8,338
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4/5 -
4/6 -
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Weigh in Day: FridayStarting - 220.0 3/31/2023
4/7
4/14
4/21
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GirlOnTheRebound wrote: »Megan_smartiepants1970 wrote: »GirlOnTheRebound wrote: »@megan_smartiepants1970
Step Challenge
My Round 6 (goal 12000)
4/02 8257 (lower steps due to swimming. But I read an hour of swimming translates to 10000 steps. So there's that lol)
4/03 5793 Migraine
4/04
4/05
4/06
4/07
4/08
I have a step conversion ...was your swimming, leisure, moderate effort, treading water or vigorous effort and for how long? leisure is 133 x how long ... moderate effort is 174 x how long...treading water is 49 x how long and vigorous effort is 222 x how long
Oh cool! I swam laps for 66 minutes with a few pauses in there so let's call it 60 mins. I have a snorkel I use so I don't have to concentrate on breathing. Love the silence and my ability to destress. This was my first time back in months so let's call it a leisurely pace. Thank you
Your steps are 7980...Great job 4 -
DAILY CHECK IN:
MONDAY 04/03
- Calories: 1429 (goal 1200-1600)
- Water: 60 oz
- Gym: no
- Walk: no
- Protein: 76 g (85 goal)
- Fiber: 5 g (25 goal)
- THOUGHTS: Pulled weeds last night instead of going for a walk. My ankle is still sore, but today I feel like I did a million squats
STEPS:
04/02: 7,794
04/03: 5,8715 -
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Slimmersixties wrote: »Slimmersixties wrote: »
I needed to see this! I was setting up a chart with little prizes at certain weight points and one for the goals I put in pizza. What a self-sabotage that wouldve been. I will need to think of new motivation!
Pizza can be healthy .... not my thing, but i believe Greg @JaysFan82 has a low calorie version which I'm sure he'll share with you!
OK so hear me out on this cause I know it doesn't sound appealing but it is if you have a good sauce
I order no cheese, no meat pizza. Just dough, sauce and veggies. Throw a bit of hot sauce on it and bam. Or I'll have a frozen pizza but I make sure the whole thing is under 800 calories. I've had vegan pizzas with cauliflower crust that were fantastic.
I've learned to take my favourite unhealthy foods like pizza and tweak them enough where they still taste great but aren't as nearly as bad. I love chicken shawarmas but ill only get one scoop of garlic sauce instead of three heaping and pack it full of veggies and protein.I do completely stay away from stuff that has zero nutritional value like candy and potato chips and i dont eat pork or red meat, but I've found stuff like these incredible Honey Dijon pea protein chips at Wal Mart that are like 180 calories for the entire bag, have 10 grams of protein and taste amazing. You just gotta see what's out there and take a risk here and there. You'd be surprised what's out there.
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lindamtuck2018 wrote: »
Fantastic loss! Is this a diet you plan to follow?
Hi Linda, thank you! Many years ago I followed the Dukan diet, and it worked for me very well until I stopped dieting. 🙄
I know that dieting doesn't work for me, so I'm trying to stick with a healthier lifestyle.
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