Downsizers Team Chat - JANUARY 2024
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lindamtuck2018 wrote: »
We had one day of snow, then it rained and washed it all away. A couple of days ago it hit 60 F (15.5 C) and this morning it was only 18 F (-7.7 C). Drastic changes. They are talking a couple inches maye tomorrow.0 -
lindamtuck2018 wrote: »Steps: 4,697
Rings: ✔️
Walk: 5/3
Swim: 2/2
I could have swore I checked my watch before I put it on charge to see if I reached my step goal. There is no excuse for missing my steps by 53. My friend just messaged me to see if I was going to the pool. It’s -28C with the wind chill. I really don’t want to walk there in this cold. I got to be honest. I might just do mini walks and take my bathing suit with me to Niagara Falls. We are not leaving until after lunch now. I am glad because that means one less restaurant meal. I will try and check in tomorrow otherwise I will see you on Wednesday.
Have a great start to the work week!
This made me giggle! When you said "take my bathing suit with me to niagra falls" i had a vision of you swimming down the river and over the falls!! Just my British sense of humour! Really hope you had a great time.1 -
Motto: 🏋🏾♀️ Don't think, just do it!!
Recap: That day of rest was a good thing. Felt strong in the gym this morning!
- THOUGHTS: Some people want it to happen. Some wish it would happen. Others make it happen. Which one are you?
Step Challenge - Goal 8500
1/14 4,856
1/15
1/16
1/17
1/18
1/19
1/20
@prodigal6766 @ Great Job Great Focus!!
Weigh in Day: FridayStarting - 223.6 (12/29/2023)
1/5 221.6
1/12 218.8
1/19
1/26
Total 4.82 -
1/7-7143
1/8-7516
1/9-4832
1/10-8491
1/11-7481
1/12-7658
1/13-7911
This will be my last recording of weight and steps I joined WW in Nov. and I do the same thing with them its just doubleing up on my recording. so I'm going to stop it on MFP. It's been fun and keeping me accountable. Thank you all for all your help. Keep up all you good work!1 -
Sorry, running late with everything
PW: 86.7
CW: 87.5
Bad sunday, ate way to much and its impacted me,
@Hotspur11 1/7 - 1/13
7/1 - 20,787
8/1 - 13,645
9/1 - 9,892
10/1 - 11,678
11/1 - 9,235
12/1 - 13,994
13/1 - 15,2242 -
adianeschu wrote: »1/7-7143
1/8-7516
1/9-4832
1/10-8491
1/11-7481
1/12-7658
1/13-7911
This will be my last recording of weight and steps I joined WW in Nov. and I do the same thing with them its just doubleing up on my recording. so I'm going to stop it on MFP. It's been fun and keeping me accountable. Thank you all for all your help. Keep up all you good work!
Sorry to see you leave ...Best of luck to you with WW 0 -
Weigh-in day: Monday
PW: 227.2
CW: 224.8
I have been sick this week with a nasty cold. I tried really hard to fight it as this was a busy week for me and I had a lot going on but I just had to accept that I was sick and relax.
I’m feeling better now so I’m hoping to play catch up and get back to it.3 -
Motto: 🏋🏾♀️ Don't think, just do it!!
Recap: Drank way too much water, way to late in the day yesterday. I'm tired from being up and down all night. So this morning was a 🏋🏾♀️ Don't think, just do it!! And I did. Brain only working at about 60% though ....:)
- THOUGHTS: Two weeks into the new year and I heard that some people have already given up..... DON'T YOU DARE GIVE UP!!!
Step Challenge - Goal 8500
1/14 4,856
1/15 8,642
1/16
1/17
1/18
1/19
1/20
Weigh in Day: FridayStarting - 223.6 (12/29/2023)
1/5 221.6
1/12 218.8
1/19
1/26
Total 4.81 -
I still need steps from the follow people ... Please have them in tonight 1/16 for week 2
@Mama530 1/13
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@Megan_smartiepants1970 I don't know what happened. I had posted it this weekend but I can't find where I posted it now. I am sorry about that.
01/08-12,016
01/09-11,764
01/10-12,491
01/11-11,019
01/12-3,773
01/13-2,776
01/14-6,998
01/15-6,891
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Megan_smartiepants1970 wrote: »
I still need steps from the follow people ... Please have them in tonight 1/16 for week 2
@Mama530 1/13
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adianeschu wrote: »PW-212.6
CW-211
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ChickieBoom22 wrote: »Weigh-in day: Monday
PW: 227.2
CW: 224.8
I have been sick this week with a nasty cold. I tried really hard to fight it as this was a busy week for me and I had a lot going on but I just had to accept that I was sick and relax.
I’m feeling better now so I’m hoping to play catch up and get back to it.
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iLive2Walk wrote: »lindamtuck2018 wrote: »
We had one day of snow, then it rained and washed it all away. A couple of days ago it hit 60 F (15.5 C) and this morning it was only 18 F (-7.7 C). Drastic changes. They are talking a couple inches maye tomorrow.
You can have some of our snow. I always said I didn’t like the heat but I think I have changed to not liking the cold. It’s -28C (-18.4 F) with the wind chill this morning. I know with the weight loss I get cold easy. This winter is the first time I turned the heat on in my apartment. I used to wear tank tops in winter. I don’t even think I used to own a sweater. Not now. Do you find the cold more with your weight loss?Slimmersixties wrote: »lindamtuck2018 wrote: »Steps: 4,697
Rings: ✔️
Walk: 5/3
Swim: 2/2
I could have swore I checked my watch before I put it on charge to see if I reached my step goal. There is no excuse for missing my steps by 53. My friend just messaged me to see if I was going to the pool. It’s -28C with the wind chill. I really don’t want to walk there in this cold. I got to be honest. I might just do mini walks and take my bathing suit with me to Niagara Falls. We are not leaving until after lunch now. I am glad because that means one less restaurant meal. I will try and check in tomorrow otherwise I will see you on Wednesday.
Have a great start to the work week!
This made me giggle! When you said "take my bathing suit with me to niagra falls" i had a vision of you swimming down the river and over the falls!! Just my British sense of humour! Really hope you had a great time.
That is funny. I did enjoy myself. I have been so in my head with my surgeons appointment today so it was nice to unwind.Motto: 🏋🏾♀️ Don't think, just do it!!
Recap: That day of rest was a good thing. Felt strong in the gym this morning!
- THOUGHTS: Some people want it to happen. Some wish it would happen. Others make it happen. Which one are you?
Step Challenge - Goal 8500
1/14 4,856
1/15
1/16
1/17
1/18
1/19
1/20
@prodigal6766 @ Great Job Great Focus!!
Weigh in Day: FridayStarting - 223.6 (12/29/2023)
1/5 221.6
1/12 218.8
1/19
1/26
Total 4.8
Love this thought. With me it definitely depends on the day. I have been playing with my timing of my water intake. I find if I drink too much in the evening besides the bathroom trips, I feel like if I lie on my stomach it’s like I am laying on a water bed. Keep those thoughts coming as I love reading them.adianeschu wrote: »
This will be my last recording of weight and steps I joined WW in Nov. and I do the same thing with them its just doubleing up on my recording. so I'm going to stop it on MFP. It's been fun and keeping me accountable. Thank you all for all your help. Keep up all you good work!
Sorry to see you go. Best of luck with the weight watchers. It’s a great program. Stop by once in a while and let us know how you are doing. You are welcome to rejoin the team at any time in the future.Sorry, running late with everything
PW: 86.7
CW: 87.5
Bad sunday, ate way to much and its impacted me,
@Hotspur11 1/7
I hope you have a good week. Bad days happen. Put it behind you as you have a clean slate today. Great steps!.ChickieBoom22 wrote: »Weigh-in day: Monday
PW: 227.2
CW: 224.8
I have been sick this week with a nasty cold. I tried really hard to fight it as this was a busy week for me and I had a lot going on but I just had to accept that I was sick and relax.
I’m feeling better now so I’m hoping to play catch up and get back to it.
Fantastic loss! Glad you are feeling better. We have to listen to our bodies when it’s telling us to rest.2 -
Steps:
Monday 5,527
Tuesday 2,704
Rings: ❌
Walk: 1/3
Swim: 0/2
I had a great time in Niagara Falls. I actually won $500 in the casino. I am super stressed about my back surgeons appointment. It feels like so much is riding on today. Fingers crossed he has a solution.
Have a nice day!
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I have been like a bump on a log since Thursday. We got dumped on with another foot of snow on Friday followed by bitter cold for the last 4 days. I haven’t been out of the house, haven’t exercised and haven’t logged a complete day of food. The only up side is that I have been conscious of what I am eating and the scale seems to still be going in the right direction. Today it’s finally supposed to be above zero so I’m gonna get out of this house and get back to the gym! How easy it is to fall back into being “lazy”. At least with intentional activity. 😜1
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A chuckle for your day (shared on another group that I am in).
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lindamtuck2018 wrote: »iLive2Walk wrote: »lindamtuck2018 wrote: »
We had one day of snow, then it rained and washed it all away. A couple of days ago it hit 60 F (15.5 C) and this morning it was only 18 F (-7.7 C). Drastic changes. They are talking a couple inches maye tomorrow.
You can have some of our snow. I always said I didn’t like the heat but I think I have changed to not liking the cold. It’s -28C (-18.4 F) with the wind chill this morning. I know with the weight loss I get cold easy. This winter is the first time I turned the heat on in my apartment. I used to wear tank tops in winter. I don’t even think I used to own a sweater. Not now. Do you find the cold more with your weight loss?
Actually it is one of my benefits of losing weight. I used to have such a hard time sleeping - always too hot. Now that I have lost weight, that isn't a problem anymore. I like the chill when I am walking (but we aren't anywhere near as cold as you). When I lived in Canada (a long time ago), I found it too cold, and always windy so the wind chill went right through you - Although it was always pretty!
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JANUARY WEEK 2 RESULTS
TOP 5 STEPPERS ARE:
1st @iLive2Walk 140,905 steps
2nd @Hotspur11 94,455 steps
3rd @RoblinB 83,595 steps
4th @Mama530 76,627 steps
5th @prodigal6766 75,035 steps
GREAT JOB EVERYBODY
As A Group We Walked 868,521 steps
Amazing Job Everybody
RECOGNIZING EVERYONE WHO PLEDGED THEIR STEPS:
@lindamtuck2018 7/7
@aactuallyaash 6/7
@itladyee 6/7
@Mama530 5/7
@Hotspur11 7/7
@RoblinB 7/7
@laquita606 3/7
@Slimmersixties 6/7
@iLive2Walk 7/7
@FindingSamMon 4/7
@prodigal6766 6/7
@myhands4God 4/7
@rainyrae 5/72 -
Steps
Goal: 6,000
1/14 - 9,413
1/15 - 6,948
1/16 - 6,2581 -
Motto: 🏋🏾♀️ Don't think, just do it!!
Recap: Slept much better last night. I cut my massive drinking of water off at about 6...that helped, plus I was super tired.
I'm excited for my Friday weigh-in (who said that???). I have another group that I weigh on Wednesday and I'm pumped!! There's a part of me that wishes I only changed one thing at a time so I could see what the real driver is....but for now...I'll just take the win!
- THOUGHTS: Weight loss doesn’t begin in the gym with a dumbbell; it starts in your head with a decision.
Step Challenge - Goal 8500
1/14 4,856
1/15 8,642
1/16 8,278 (hate it when I do this)
1/17
1/18
1/19
1/20
Weigh in Day: FridayStarting - 223.6 (12/29/2023)
1/5 221.6
1/12 218.8
1/17 216.8 (unofficial weigh in - just excited to see this movement)
1/19
1/26
Total 6.83 -
@lindamtuck2018
Aactuallyaash
Tuesday
Pw236.2
Cw 240
It's okay! I'm hella stressed and I'm getting through it! Lights at the end of the tunnel and I'll be nice and balanced : )4 -
So far so good with my steps. We had Monday off and a 2 hour delay yesterday and today. I have been able to get some really good workouts done. It doesn't look like a lot of steps because of the rowing I guess.
Monday-Rowing 20 minutes Core 20 minutes steps 6,891
Tuesday-Walking 20 minutes core 10 minutes steps 10,248
Wednesday - rower 20 minutes core 20 minutes steps 10,0102 -
aneedlecraft
Thursday check in
PW: 319
CW: 319
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NSV success!!!! This morning I got on the scale (unofficial weigh in) to see where I was at. I was down a pound but that is not the great news. Normally I do really good until Wednesday and that is when I slip up and go downhill. I was on target yesterday. I have been battling inflammation in my joints really bad. I know, from history, that is is related to what I am eating. In doing research I found that the way I need to eat is basically clean and paleo to avoid the inflammation. I have known this but really didn't want to give up dairy. I already gave up gluten for this reason. I have been following it this week and I have already felt a difference and I have had very minimal joint inflammation. I went to Burge King this morning for my breakfast. I overslept and didn't make my breakfast ahead of time like I normally do. I love french fries and tater tots. And once I have them I really stumble the rest of the day (week). I ordered sausage and egg. No potatoes. That is huge for me!!!! I was so proud of myself for keeping my food choice within my boundaries.4
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I have been like a bump on a log since Thursday. We got dumped on with another foot of snow on Friday followed by bitter cold for the last 4 days. I haven’t been out of the house, haven’t exercised and haven’t logged a complete day of food. The only up side is that I have been conscious of what I am eating and the scale seems to still be going in the right direction. Today it’s finally supposed to be above zero so I’m gonna get out of this house and get back to the gym! How easy it is to fall back into being “lazy”. At least with intentional activity. 😜
It is so easy to want to hibernate once that cold hits. I honestly can say I did not want to go to the pool with the cold. It has warmed up a bit (-15C with the windchill) and will continue to warm up thankfully.iLive2Walk wrote: »lindamtuck2018 wrote: »iLive2Walk wrote: »lindamtuck2018 wrote: »
We had one day of snow, then it rained and washed it all away. A couple of days ago it hit 60 F (15.5 C) and this morning it was only 18 F (-7.7 C). Drastic changes. They are talking a couple inches maye tomorrow.
You can have some of our snow. I always said I didn’t like the heat but I think I have changed to not liking the cold. It’s -28C (-18.4 F) with the wind chill this morning. I know with the weight loss I get cold easy. This winter is the first time I turned the heat on in my apartment. I used to wear tank tops in winter. I don’t even think I used to own a sweater. Not now. Do you find the cold more with your weight loss?
Actually it is one of my benefits of losing weight. I used to have such a hard time sleeping - always too hot. Now that I have lost weight, that isn't a problem anymore. I like the chill when I am walking (but we aren't anywhere near as cold as you). When I lived in Canada (a long time ago), I found it too cold, and always windy so the wind chill went right through you - Although it was always pretty!
The last 20 pounds really has changed my ability to handle the cold. Now my husband complains it’s too warm when I am freezing. Last winter, it was the opposite. I am glad it helps you sleep.0 -
aactuallyaash wrote: »@lindamtuck2018
Aactuallyaash
Tuesday
Pw236.2
Cw 240
It's okay! I'm hella stressed and I'm getting through it! Lights at the end of the tunnel and I'll be nice and balanced : )
Hope the stress eases up, hugsaneedlecraft wrote: »aneedlecraft
Thursday check in
PW: 319
CW: 319
Holding steadymyhands4God wrote: »NSV success!!!! This morning I got on the scale (unofficial weigh in) to see where I was at. I was down a pound but that is not the great news. Normally I do really good until Wednesday and that is when I slip up and go downhill. I was on target yesterday. I have been battling inflammation in my joints really bad. I know, from history, that is is related to what I am eating. In doing research I found that the way I need to eat is basically clean and paleo to avoid the inflammation. I have known this but really didn't want to give up dairy. I already gave up gluten for this reason. I have been following it this week and I have already felt a difference and I have had very minimal joint inflammation. I went to Burge King this morning for my breakfast. I overslept and didn't make my breakfast ahead of time like I normally do. I love french fries and tater tots. And once I have them I really stumble the rest of the day (week). I ordered sausage and egg. No potatoes. That is huge for me!!!! I was so proud of myself for keeping my food choice within my boundaries.
This is a great NSV. It’s amazing what eating good and weight loss does for our bodies. I think I have mentioned in the group how weight loss has helped manage my rheumatoid arthritis.
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Steps: 5,363
Rings: ✔️
Walk: 1/3
Swim: 0/2
Good morning! Being busy since Saturday has finally caught up to me. I was awake most of the night with pain. Of course, I also have a bad headache which is often triggered by pain. I am listening today and taking it easy. In fact, I am going to try and have a nap once I get my mfp stuff done. If I feel better after I will go to the pool.
The good news: I will be getting surgery. I have to get a new mri and get a ct scan so he can figure out his approach. I would have to wait up to 9 months if I went to the London hospital. I am going to get the mri done at a private clinic. It’s still covered by our provincial issurance but I do have to pay $25 for the results. Once the tests are done, I go back to see him and he will schedule the surgery. I will be looking at 6 to 8 weeks for that. So within 3 months I will have the surgery. I don’t know anything about recovery times until I go back. Anyway, this has been a very long, hard journey.
In other news, I caught a segment on the radio. It was about breaking your exercise into shorter sessions. They said it is effective breaking them into mini sessions. They had a name for it but for the life of me I can not remember. I guess I should not be ashamed of my mini walks anymore.
Have a great day all!
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