Mission Slimpossible Team Chat - MAY 2023
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Username:@leonadixon
PW 5/04/2023: 226.0
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5/11/2023: 225.4
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6/1/2023
Good morning all! This is an ok start (re-start). I have so much weird stuff going on with my body: Menopause is no joke! Turned 50 in April, so my body wants me to be highly aware of that LOL! new meds on trial for all of it. Nothing is helpful so far.
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DrewsAnna
Weigh in Thursday
PW 160
CW 159.3
Hey everyone, just popping in to say hi. Things have been going pretty good. We have been having some nice weather, so Chipper and I have been getting in some walks. I've been working a bit in my gardens. So, I've been getting a lot of exercise.
I've been doing pretty good with my food choices. I haven't been measuring or weighing lol, or tracking but, I have been eating a lot more fruits and veggies. I haven't been totally grazing on whatever in the evenings for the most part. Last night I did have 3/4 bag of cinnamon churro popcorners chips.
On mother's day we are having a BBQ and I have totally ignored cleaning my house so, I have to start doing some cleaning. Lol, that is going to take away from my outside time though 😅 🙃 🤣
I'll try and get caught up on here at some point, I've been really tired in the evenings so, I just been going to sleep.
Y'all have a great one!4 -
vegan4lyfe2012
Sunday
PW: 196.4
CW: 195.05 -
Sorry I’ve been missing from the scene. Something always happens a day or two after a good therapy session. My middle child (26 year old daughter) was planning on moving to Texas at the end of the year after her divorce is final. Last week she springs it on me that she’s going to leave this month. Then tells me she was going to leave this past Monday. Yes. The 8th. Everyone tried convincing her to at least wait a couple months so the divorce is final and she can find a job ahead of time and also not ruin her credit by defaulting on her apartment lease. Not even the fact that her little sister only has one month left before baby is born would convince her. All her friends and family telling her it’s a bad idea to do it so fast, which she acknowledged, wouldn't stop her. I was a mess. For 2 days, I couldn’t eat at all. Just sick to my stomach. So scared with her being right on the border, too. Then I shoved ALL.THE.FOOD into my face. I’ve been a mess. And now I have to keep reminding myself that I raised her right and she’s grown and can make her own decisions. My job is to stand behind her and encourage her. Parenting sure can suck. And my depression has hit me so freaking hard. I’m afraid I’ll have to go back on an antidepressant and that will make me gain even more weight. Ugh. Thanks for letting me dump. Here’s me trying to hold off tears until after pics with my Doodlebug…
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⚖️WEIGH IN⚖️
Weigh day Monday
Previous weight - 167.4
Current weight - 167.8
Here’s this…do what you will with it and again my apologies for forgetting!4 -
Praise'm Praise'm Happy Thursday
REJOICING IN HIS GOODNESS TODAY!!💃🏾💃🏾💃🏾
Today is weigh in day I gain 4.5lbs YIKES but It is what it is🤷🏾♀️🤷🏾♀️ still staying positive I know what changes needed to be made and already doing it plus somethings out of my control that I refuse to worry about just staying focus and taking 1 step at a time.
Here's the YouTube Strength training workout video with Paul Eugene
Have a productive and wonderful day.
https://youtu.be/P5X31nEaxLA 5 -
@gemwolf110 I like you saving ice cream and soda for special occasions. That’s a great idea! My micro current machine is similar to a TENS unit but does a lot more, the most useful thing for me is it can get the body out of fight or flight which I go into a lot with the higher pain levels and takes my pain down a level but can help treat many different things in the body with different Hertz through neurostimulation. Here’s a link to the manufacturer’s website: https://avazzia.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Avazzia-Corporate-Brochure.pdf I went to an open house at a holistic pain group a few years ago and they tried it on me and it actually helped my pain so I rented to own one. This link is the company the practicioner I was seeing follows, I follow their group on Facebook as well: https://painfreeforlife.com/ I was out of the loop on newer technology and it’s come a long way for pain.
@AmbersWay Thank you so much! I agree it stinks to rest and put things on hold but sometimes we need it for our own good. You’ll come back stronger I’m sure, whenever I can’t do anything for awhile I really want it even more. Every little bit in the right direction is great, hope you’re even better tomorrow.
@shaunarlr83 Thank you! I’m so sorry your birthday didn’t turn out how you wanted. Huge birthday hugs, can you still plan something soon to start year 40 off on the right foot? I think an adventure is just what you need!
@DJill68 Wow what beautiful photos, that park looks amazing! It stinks once you have things wrong how much low pressure can hurt, I hope the migraine is better soon too!
@trooworld I hadn’t seen that basil question but you described it how I would too. I haven’t read Carrie just saw the movie, it sounds like something I need to do!
@GabiV125 I don’t want to go without coffee, whenever I have fasting labs I’m super grouchy being thrown off routine!
@tfelts147 What helps you get motivated? I love challenges, would something like that help you? Like no snacking after dinner equals a reward after a week? One of my friends on here was talking about mixing Greek yogurt with a sweetener and fruit and putting it in the freezer for 30 minutes so it’s like soft serve, now I’m on a dessert kick. I got Fage 2% plain yogurt and mix it with stevia and berries and/or mandarin and it’s so much better than nonfast the 30 extra calories are worth it. Maybe a healthy snack like that?
@tammymccrady6278 Glad you’re doing well! You could always try it for a couple days and see how it goes. When I started here in 2019 there were the people who did One Meal A Day (OMAD) then twice a week you stick to 500 calories then the eating in a time window crowd so there’s different things you can try. I really like coffee creamer but couldn’t skip dinner then.
@leonadixon Yay happy to see you back to posting with us again! I hope the new meds end up helping and are just taking awhile to kick in.
@DrewsAnna Sounds like ideal weather going for walks and gardening! I hope you get caught up fast with the cleaning for the BBQ so you can spend more time outside in the nice weather.
@vegan4lyfe2012 Oh no I’m so sorry your beautiful daughter is moving earlier and so suddenly. Feel free to vent here any time! It sounds like she’s anxious for a new start but it’s hard having her leave you so fast and far, gentle hugs. Praying for her!
@giaholy33 Great job on the workout, he definitely wins for best smile out of the chair cardio instructors! He has a fun boxing one I used to do but I’d get lost when he switched things up. If you want it let me know and I’ll send it to you.
Hi team! I’m headed to my neighbor’s for dinner but wanted to catch up before I leave. I spent a few hours at the greenhouse earlier and got EVERYTHING in there thinned to one seedling per cell, feels good to be caught up and it wasn’t too physical. Did leg and ab strength and stretching prior. I think as long as I cut workouts on farm/greenhouse days to strength and stretching and light yard stuff I can handle the combo but we’ll see. I need to get my house straightened up as my neighbor keeps inviting me over and I owe her a bunch of dinners! Bill’s home, he was supposed to call me this morning and didn’t so I’ve been calling all afternoon freaking out but just heard he’s home now.
No Zero Days
- Under calories
- Chair cardio/strength, stretching, greenhouse
- Lots of water
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@trooworld thanks for the basil lesson. I like sweet basil. I’ve been known to pick a leaf and eat it, lol. I would say it’s my favorite herb I grow. However, cilantro is disgusting to me. I am one of those people who gets a soap taste from it.🤷♀️ I have never heard of hearts of palm pasta. Now I have to look it up! Thanks for the recipes! My zuchinni noodles were watery last night. Next time I will salt them and let them sit to release some moisture and then pat them dry before cooking them. I do this with eggplant and sliced zuchinni. So happy you found time to read! I am a die hard reader.
@shaunarlr83 so sorry you had such a disappointing birthday. I gave up on birthdays years ago. The less I expect, the less disappointed I am. Actually, I pretty much gave up on all holidays😉 now if I get a gift or card I am pleasantly surprised. Hope your body got the rest it needed. Come to North Georgia and you can mow anytime😉
@Katmary71 darn, I’m sorry your yellow squash didn’t make it. It’s not too late to replant. I hope you got some good rest. I can relate to the allergies. Thank you for your encouraging posts on my feed! Even with all the trials you are going through, you still find time to encourage others! That says a lot about you💕
@sleepygirl79 I laughed out loud at your mid run snack 😆
@micaroo4 my jaw dropped when I read you weren’t feeling well and had ankle issues. Your step count is amazing with those issues! I want to be you when I grow up, lol. Seriously, I hope you are feeling better!
@tfelts147 Hang in there. Stand in front of the mirror in your underwear, motivates me every time, lol. No seriously, I’m sure we can all relate. Hope your week improves and you find your motivation!
gjaholy33 I love your attitude! Thanks for sharing the exercise video.
Vegan4lyfe2012 So sorry you are going through such a rough time with your daughter. I’ve been on antidepressants for 30 years! I understand the highs and lows of depression. I hope you are able to get through this rough time without medication, but don’t be so hard on yourself if you need it. Sending prayer for you and her.
Today was a strange day. I found out my Ex husband has cancer and will be starting treatment soon. I’m sad for him and my kids. I’m not sure how I’m suppose to feel. We were married almost 20 yrs and have been divorced for almost 16 yrs. He cheated on me and married her right after we were divorced. His marriage was rocky for a while but I think they worked it out.
I sewed for most of the day today. I have a baby quilt I am trying to get done for an upcoming baby shower. My back is killing me.
Didn’t get many steps in today and haven’t been back to the gym since I signed up on Monday. It scares me. When my heart rate gets up I start to have a panic attack. Gonna try to convince my BF to join and go with me. Maybe having him go with me will ease my anxiety.6 -
Thanks for the motivating words and ideas for a better for me dessert!! The mirror idea will probably work too...lol
I did have a small victory today...I play sand volleyball on Thursdays.... we won tonight!! Our team isn't very good and we play just for fun. We were 0-4 for the season as was the team we played... one of us had to win...lol6 -
davors19
Weigh in day: Friday
PW: 239
CW: 2397 -
Daily Post ~ Thursday
Track ~ Yes
Calories ~ MFP Yes, WW No
Exercise ~ yes
Goals/Day/Comments:
Another day no soda and no ice cream. Almost had some ice cream last night because I was hungry and stressed. But didn’t cave in Whoohoo5 -
Still miserable with this bronchitis. But we are going birding at Plum Island today, so I will do my best to make it a good day and not scare all the wildlife with my coughing.
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On the boards here I found a discussion started by this absolutely amazing woman, about her gentle help with supporting and guiding the husband to a healthier life- link below if interested.
It is inspiring, motivating and full of Ninja Creamy modified recipes .
Wish you all best of luck and boatloads of patience!
https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10841733/at-goal-successfully-maintaining-so-why-am-i-doing-this-all-over-again#latest4 -
@tfelts147 - I guess I need to spellcheck better. Two days of junk food sets me back for over a week it seems. Volleyball is the funnest exercise, yay for your team winning!
@gemwolf110 - thank you
@leonadixon - a positive start is the best way to start!!! Keep going!!! 😁
@gjaholy33 - knowing where to make adjustments is key! Rock this week and change those numbers!
@micaroo4 - happy birding, I’ll be awaiting pics!
@Katmary71 - I actually have a trip planned in less than a month, god willing we have a vehicle that will get us there and I have the cash to go lol, gotta get my sons car outta the shop this week and that’s more than my pay for 2 weeks 😬
@vegan4lyfe2012 - Our daughters should be friends 😂 I feel your pain and frustration not to mention heartache.
@DJill68 - you live a mile from that!???? I’m definitely coming to visit and will hike and mow while I’m there 😂….how great! I’m really jealous! I don’t enjoy the gym when I have to go alone, luckily I go late at night when usually no one is there, when I do brave other people in there I notice I go harder, worried they will be watching I guess, the same with when I run I go faster and harder when other people are at the park. I hope you talk him into joining for the company.
@tammymccrady6278 - sorry I forgot to reply to you in the last message, when I got serious back in June last year, I started off with IF. My goal was 15 hours. I did okay with a set window for a bit but the life I was living made that kinda hard so after a bit I just switched to - the last time I ate before going to sleep…..I’d make myself wait 15 hours at least before waiting again. I’ve always been a huge breakfast person, like wake up and all I could think about is what I could eat. When I was fasting I skipped breakfast, lost the craving for it, never felt hungry, usually had to force myself to eat, couldn’t eat as much as before. It took some adjusting at first but it was working for me. I’ve been thinking about going back to it since I work 12 hours and usually only eat once during my shift, I skip breakfast most of the time still and rarely eat before going to work. The hardest part will be my days off but that will stop my binging I believe.
Hey guys!!! Thanks for lifting my spirits. I had a better day yesterday , slept but not all day and was full of energy at work all night and even got in a light cardio workout. Ate great. And im ready for today. Pay pay will always make for a good day right?! 😂 Y’all enjoy yalls coffee (tea) workouts, friends, family, meals, breaks, workday, weekend!!! Love to you all!5 -
Hi all
username davidji82
weigh in day Friday
PW: 251.3
CW: 249.56 -
DJill68
Weigh in day: Friday
PW: 228.2
CW: 228.2
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I'll need a pass on the weigh in for Sunday. I won't be in the proximity of a scale.0
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Walking a 5k tomorrow!!
@shaunarlr83 - I think I'm going to do the couch to 5k and be ready by late July early August for a 5k that I can run/ jog....2 -
@DJill68 I have the genetic cilantro thing too, I hate that! It’s the only main culinary herb I refuse to grow. I don’t think there’s any set way to deal with your ex-husband having cancer. OK the gym thing, when I went off all my pain meds I had panic attacks A LOT after being on an anti anxiety med for nerve pain. The gym scared the heck out of me even though I used to go. My goal the first time was just to go in the door and sign in then I added more. Have you worked out prior to the gym at all? It may be easier to get used to your heart rate being high and nothing going wrong prior to going to the gym and/or sticking to non cardio things at first. Just an idea, I admire that you went, I know that’s hard! It does help a lot having someone go with and also if you have headphones relaxing music would be good. I’m thinking now maybe I should’ve watched my aggressive playlists!
@tfelts147 Congratulations on the win, that’s awesome! Couch to 5K gets great reviews, I hope you like it!
@gemwolf110 Way to go on not caving! A friend on my feed told us to try mixing Greek yogurt with a sweetener and fruit and popping it in the freezer for about 30 minutes. I’m trying different yogurts and Fage 2% with a packet of stevia is totally worth 30 more calories it’s so good!
@micaroo4 Hope you were able to have fun birding, I’m sure if you went with a big group and kept coughing you were *real* popular!
@GabiV125 How funny I didn’t know her story and we’re friends on my feed! I got my boyfriend to join and he got double the calories I do so I was mad at him pretty fast. He doesn’t eat a lot so I feel like a pig too though he doesn’t work out. I’m going to read more after I reply, thanks for sharing this.
@Shaunarlr83 Oh no I hope you’re still able to go on the trip, I think it would be great for you!
@trooworld Basil is one of my favorite things to grow, I love trying all the different varieties. Have you tried Persian yet? It’s a little citrusy mixed with anise but not like lemon basil, it’s really good! It was one of my favorite new herbs to try last year.
Weekend time! I got my workout done then went to two grocery stores and ran a few other errands. I donated blood early afternoon and the last time I went I was told it could make pain worse so I got everything out of the way early and have done ok just am sad I can’t take my bath tonight especially not having my micro current machine but I’ll get through it. Trying to get the house and yard clean over the weekend as I invited some friends over next week and everything’s real chaotic with not being able to do much during winter then my last setback. Tomorrow’s the food bank farm and I haven’t been there for a few weeks so I’m really excited to check things out, we’re putting a lot of seedlings in tomorrow. Have a beautiful Saturday! It’s going to be 98 degrees tomorrow so I’ll be watering a lot!
No Zero Days
- Healthy food under calories
- Chair cardio, weights, stretching, cleaning/gardening
- Great water
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@Katmary71 - LOL, thankfully I don't go birding with a group; it was just me and Rich, and we do our best to stay away from the groups even when I'm not coughing. I'm not one of those people who goes out with a massive telephoto lens and tries to take photos of birds. It's just me and my binoculars. So no photos, sorry. It was not a great day; there were so many people there that the best birding trail for sighting warblers (the Hellcat Trail) had a FULL parking lot all day long, and you are not allowed to park along the road (they tow). We thought of parking at some other trailheads and walking back to hike Hellcat, but other people thought of that as well and those lots were also full. We hiked some other trails and saw lots of waterfowl, shore birds, birds of prey and a few warblers, but I was very disappointed that we couldn't do the best trail in the refuge. Some people go there and just stay all day. There's only room for about 30 cars in the parking lot. We got there at 8:15am and it was already full. I guess we should have tried to get there by 7:00am. In the past, I've taken the bicycles and we park in the big parking lot at the information center, and ride the bikes to reach the trailheads. Unfortunately this time I had the bronchitis and was not fit for bicycling.
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User Name: Micaroo4
Weigh In Day: Saturday
PW: 127.2
CW: 125.8
MAINTENANCE - GOAL ZONE
Goal Weight Range 127-133 (center weight 130)
I've been sick and lost some weight, so I've slipped out of my goal range again. Hopefully I'm on the mend and I won't catch anything else!!
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Username: gemwolf110
Weigh in day: Sat
Previous Week's weight: 219.2
Todays Weight: 217.4
Daily Post ~ Friday
Track ~ Yes
Calories ~ MFP Yes, WW No
Exercise ~ walking during lunch.
Goals/Day/Comments:
No soda for 5 days, No Ice Cream for 4.4 -
tammymccrady6278
Weigh in Day Saturday
PW 227
CW 226.5
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Just a quick check in, mainly for accountability. Went to the gym last night. 15 mins on treadmill, 10 mins on bike. FIL was waiting in the car so didn’t want to stay too long.3
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Username: Digger61
Weigh in day: Sat
Previous Week's weight: 225
Todays Weight: 2273 -
@tfelts147 Ive been using a couch to 5k app for 3 years (not during winter though). I use Run Trainer but there’s tons out there. I love seeing my progress from week to week and year to year.4
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I survived the 5k walk! I walked half of it with my grandson then he tired out. I finished in less than an hour...lol...
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Username: askewcr
Weigh in day: Saturday
PW: 260
CW: 260
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The May Week 3 Group Challenge: Partner Up, Round 2 is live and ready to begin on Sunday, May 14th. Both chat rooms will remain open an extra day so we can announce winners and arrange teams for Round 2. Hope you'll join us! Here's your link:
https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10890538/may-week-3-group-challenge-partner-up-round-2#latest
Jessica
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