my accountability thread Day one

Happy Wednesday everyone! I weighed in this morning and had a loss of 2lbs. Got back into logging my meals and went for a 1/2 hour walk. Felt so good. I also had chips last night, but managed to eat just a small bowl (progress for me as I could in one sitting chow down a whole bag in one sitting; progress happening slowly). My goal is to lose 20 lbs by December 31, 2024 and to be healthier, more positive…even in life’s curve balls that are thrown at me.

Beverly, my husband and I are often going to church potluck’s and they are not very diet friendly. However, I have learned to be selective with portions and stick with the vegetables; hope this can be helpful for you. You are so fortunate to be able to run in any kind of weather. My knees hinder me, but I still get out to walk. I have also found some exercise websites for seniors that I have been enjoying. I do like variety.
Taking one day at a time and enjoying the moments with others. Have a wonderful week…🤗🕊💞

Good Morning!
Welcome End326! You can always come here to share your eating and exercise ups and downs. We all have them. I remember how hard it was to eat healthy with young children. If we were as active as them we could eat like them!!!
Sweetheart, Thanks for the vegetable advice. I guess even swimming in sauces the vegies will be a better option then spaghetti or tacos! Congratulations on your 2 lb loss!
It's always good to hear from you Sarah!
I quit drinking in 2001 and besides the empty calories it is a lot cheaper to drink water!
My plank challenge is going well. We got in the bed last night and I realized I forgot to do the plank so I got up and did it right by my bed. Like running, planks are something you can do anywhere and anytime you want. Today is 60 seconds, which I will do 3X but eventually I will only do one plank as the time increases!
My Action for Happiness Calendar is going well. btw, not sure I like the name of it because I was happy before I started it! Today 1/4 is to write a list of things I am grateful for and why.
Going for a run this morning. It is a progressive run which is my least favorite. I start at one pace and increase the pace the last 10 minutes.

I hope everyone has a wonderful day and I look forward to hearing all about them!

Happy New Week !
I've had a head cold, with sniffles, sneezes and coughs. Yuk, I think my body is telling me to rest. Hubby said I got it from playing with my neighbor's baby while daddy ran errands! If that was it then ok, baby Myra is worth it! I've put my happiness calendar on the back burner and sticking with my plank challenge and added a squat challenge. I'm also trying to do Push ups and one upper body exercise. Today I didn't feel up to everything so only did the plank (2:30- 1 time) and squat portion. I don't want to overwhelm myself which will lead to quitting everything. I've been making a new recipe, Cabbage Roll Casserole. Hubby even likes it and he is more of a chicken fried steak kind of guy

I wish everyone a Happy Mid January Week!!!

I just wanted to check in to say I wont be posting in the next few weeks. I fell on the ice and broke my arm. Every movement seems to hurt. We are hoping I can let it heal naturally without surgery. Another xray Friday should help see the progress. Y'all keep up the good work!

Good morning everyone!
I haven't checked in for awhile. Hope everyone is well.
Can you believe that tomorrow is February already?
I have reached and surpassed my goal weight. I still weigh in on Wednesday. I am maintaining my weight within a pound up or down. Not much has changed food wise. I occasionally add an extra helping of something or a treat now and then. I do some kind of exercise daily such as walking or
rebounding. It isn't always easy but it is worth it!

Hi all!
@Marla86336 Congratulations on meeting, surpassing and holding your weight goal!
and @sarah7591, so happy to hear you are still at your goal! In the past I have done good over the holidays only to gain the weight back in Jan by rewarding myself for doing good! Anyway, I think you have it figured out! I gained back the 4 pounds that I had lost, Excuses: having a cold and then breaking my arm. I think the medication is causing me to hold some water and no exercise. And the negative mental effects of the medication. My arm broke close to my shoulder so it hurts when I attempt a lot of things. Like lifting my arm to type, ouch. Even walking has been painful, we use our arms more than we think. But, today I walked 2 miles and feel a soreness. It could have been a lot worse and I am grateful for all I have.
Welcome back @cory17 ! Edamame, yum, I used to eat that as a snack also. Thanks for reminding me!