Shape Shifters Team Chat - MAY 2024
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Good morning Shape Shifters. Not had very good sleep. Tinus woke me up at 3:08, he wanted pets. Then the birds woke me up at 4:55 because they sing so bloody loud and then Tinus came upstairs screaming again at 6:15. I also can't sleep on my right side anymore. I am not sure if it is because of weight loss and less padding around the injury, if it's the new mattrass or both, but it is just too painful. It is really annoying and I didn't think anything could change about a +12 year old injury. I intended to go for a shorter walk this time because my mom is coming over on Friday so I have a bunch of cleaning to do. I ended up walking nearly 2 hours, so that didn't really go as planned. It was nice though, just not a lot to see. I washed the bedsheets of my bed and the guestbed, tidied upstairs, did my gym rings workout and after dinner I cleaned the bathroom, the bedrooms and made the beds again. I ended up doing more than I planned which is nice so I can have a lazy day on Thursday. Maybe I will try to finish the puzzle that has been on my table for too long, though it's not even close to done at the moment. Happy Wednesday everyone
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The daily card:
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Pupowl
Wednesday weigh in
PW: 194.4
CW: 190.08 -
Happy Hump Day!
Tuesday steps
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Wednesday Weigh In
PW: 166.5
CW: 163.88 -
Steps
5/5 4,892
5/6 6,069
5/7 6,9313 -
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@DaffyGirl88 Thank you.
I had some salty fries last week the evening before weigh in, so my weight was up a bit. This is a new lowest though, so I am happy. 4 -
May 6, 2024, Weigh In
Name: FWSWCindy
Weigh-in day: Monday
PW: 193.7
CW: 193.1
Loss/Gain: - 0.6
LTD: - 36.9
SW: 230
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Tuesday – 63752
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Wednesday Weigh-In
PW: 211.3
CW: 212.6
LTD: 40.0 lbs2 -
@pupowl, wtg, gf on the weight. And Tinus is looking so handsome outside.2
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In the hustle and bustle of daily life, it's easy to lose sight of our goals or feel discouraged by setbacks. But remember, every step you take towards better health—no matter how small—is a testament to your strength and resilience.
Here's to continued growth, vitality, and happiness!6 -
Hey there...ended up having to work late last night so got home, walked, did my strength exercises and went to bed. Walked a mile this morning before work and am getting ready to do another short jaunt, but man it's hot here today! Not a complaint, just a fact...I love when it's hot! It was so cold in my office today, felt like I was working in a freezer, but to keep all areas of the building at least semi-comfortable when it's hot, they have to keep my section like the freezer! LOL
Can't wait til we move to the new office...hope it has a brand new HVAC system!!!
VERY nice weigh-in @pupowl...WTG! Tinus always looks so cute in his little outfit out for his walks/playtime in the garden! Does he ever get a short haircut or do you always keep it long for him? Does he get bothered by the heat during the warm months? Sounds like he likes to announce the birds just like Betty does...at 3am with a megaphone! LOL Gotta love em, right?!
So, how was your hump day today?!! Hope it was great...tomorrow is Friday Eve!!
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JessicaKrall8
Weigh - in
PW: 307.2
CW: 307.22 -
Step Count:
Sun 05/05: 3270
Mon 05/06: 5847
Tue 05/07: 4891
Tuesday(Wk2; Day 3)- Track / Under Cs / 1HrExe ?
No / No / No
- Net Calories ( 6438 / 10500)
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= Daily Avg: 2146 (Goal: 1500) - Net Carbs ( 138 / 350 )
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= Daily Avg: 46 (Goal: 50) - Steps (14008 / 70000)
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= Daily Avg: 4669 (Goal: 10000) - Log / UnderC&Cs / 1HrExe
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(0 / 3 Days)
Sunday:No cardio today
Monday: Still eating low carb but not tracking
Wednesday’s Weight Check: ~ Up 1.4lbs 😱 get it together lady
I’m an ex-athlete so that song hits the right spot for me! Thanks for sharing! @frankwbrown4 - Track / Under Cs / 1HrExe ?
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Cyncia85 weigh in for Wed May 8th
PW = 203
CW = 2034 -
PatriceFitnessPal wrote: »"You can't change and be somebody else in the future unless you start becoming a little better at being that future person today."
Richie Norton - Author-Entrepreneur
What are you doing today to be the person you strive to be?
This is so true! Recently, I completed a values exercise to identify my priorities. I use the list to guide my decisions. If we can identify as someone who lives a certain way, I think it becomes easier to make better decisions and build better habits.
So, I tell myself that “I’m the type of person who ________.”
E.g., … cares for my body and treats myself with dignity by eating nutritious meals that nurture me physically and mentally. This will help me live a longer, more productive life. So, I’ll be able to enjoy more time with my family and friends, contribute to my community in productive ways, etc. I haven’t perfected this practice yet but I’m definitely improving. I’ll look forward to reading what other’s post so I can learn what works for you and get better at acting like the person I aspire to be in the future!
Thanks for posing a question for us to reflect on the quote @Cyncia85! — A good reminder!
Hi @PatriceFitnessPal
I like your example. Sometimes I will ask myself, "what can I do right now to work toward the person I strive to be." I like yours because it is about aligning our behavior with our values.
Progress > Perfection. We are all a work in progress.
Thanks for sharing your reflection on the quote
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@jessicakrall8 Thank you! Cats are very good at regulating their body temperature and they actually need their fur. Shaving it all off should only be done for medical reasons, or if the cat is so old it stops grooming. Thankfully we aren't at that point yet so we just do a lot of combing. He is fine in our summers, though he does get a bit lazy when it is hot and just lays down more. But he doesn't overheat. He will often still lay on a blanket in the summer instead of the cold kitchen tile so I guess he is fine. I hope you are doing well. When are you moving to the new office? And have you heard back about switching to a different position yet? I don't think I saw you post more about that. 3
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Good morning Shape Shifters. I had a very long and busy day, which naturally started with a walk. My head hurt a lot, so I was glad the sun wasn't out in the morning. The walk wasn't very interesting; no pictures today. I relaxed most of the morning and then after lunch started cleaning. I moved all the furniture in the living room on my rugs so I could vacuum every nook and cranny. I also vacuumed all of the cat trees, the shelves for Tinus, the cobwebs by the ceiling and windows, behind the radiators, the hallway and the stairs. After that I mopped everywhere, cleaned the window sills and my walking shoes. It was a lot of work and it has probably been a while since it was this clean downstairs!
I decided to sit down and puzzle some in the evening and before I knew it, almost two hours were gone, I was late for bed and I still had to do my leg raises and clean Tinus' water fountain. The puzzle is not easy, so I still have a lot to do. I will see how far I get today. Happy Thursday everyone 3 -
The daily card:We all need realistic goals, but it is also important to have self-belief. Ask a close friend or family member about a desired aim that they have but are struggling to visualize. Suggest that they stand face to face with you as they tell you their wish. Next, ask them to list the limitations. By voicing them, they will find it easier to overcome them. Observing someone close to you striving to achieve their goals will give you confidence with your own.
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Good morning shape shifters; 🌞
Steps for Wednesday
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Yay! The Sun is finally out again. We had 3 days of cloudy rainy weather with really high winds as well.
My daughter's High School Graduation is this weekend and the weather is supposed to be great for it!
Steps:
May 7= 7767
May 8= 75003 -
OK, every day I see a post from someone that I think to myself "I'm going to reply to that later, when I have more time." Well guess what, later never comes.
So I'm going to take a few minutes and make a few comments. I've written a few names on a post-it but failed to note why I wanted to comment so may just call you out. LOL
@Cyncia85 I really enjoy your posts. I particularly liked progress > perfect. Reminds me of a saying in the quilting world - done > perfect. Too many times we're afraid to do something because it won't be perfect the first time. Along the same line as your question - what are you doing today, one of my instructors says "Remember, the day you plant the seed is not the day you eat the fruit." Always good to keep your eye on the long-term goal and the day to day ups and downs.
@PatriceFitnessPal I loved your post about doing a values exercise, which I had never hear of and had to Google. I think I would like to do that. I'm currently listening to a Master's Class by James Clear, author of several books including Atomic Habits. He talks a lot about changing how you view yourself when trying to change a habit. For example saying "I don't smoke" rather than "I'm trying to quit" changes the whole dynamic because you are visualizing yourself as the person you want to be. I think I may read his book. Squeeze it in there right between the 3 I've got going now and the 450 that are on my list. LOL
@Pupowl I love your pictures of the birds and Tinus. You have been a cleaning machine lately. You have banished those dust bunnies to the hills! Isn't it nice when someone comes to visit and gives you the incentive to clean otherwise neglected corners?
@jessicakrall8 Thank you for the uplifting posts and organizing the weekly challenges. Even though I don't do them all I still appreciate them.5 -
Step Count:
Sun 05/05: 3270
Mon 05/06: 5847
Tue 05/07: 4891
Tuesday(Wk2; Day 3)- Track / Under Cs / 1HrExe ?
No / No / No
- Net Calories ( 6438 / 10500)
🔴🔴🔴🔘🔘🔘🔘
= Daily Avg: 2146 (Goal: 1500) - Net Carbs ( 138 / 350 )
🟢🔴🟢🔘🔘🔘🔘
= Daily Avg: 46 (Goal: 50) - Steps (14008 / 70000)
🔴🔴🔴🔘🔘🔘🔘
= Daily Avg: 4669 (Goal: 10000) - Log / UnderC&Cs / 1HrExe
🔴🔴🔴🔘🔘🔘🔘
(0 / 3 Days)
Sunday:No cardio today
Monday: Still eating low carb but not tracking
Wednesday’s Weight Check: ~ Up 1.4lbs 😱 get it together lady
I’m an ex-athlete so that song hits the right spot for me! Thanks for sharing! @frankwbrown
@Krysless2 You got this girl!! :-)2 - Track / Under Cs / 1HrExe ?
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FWSWCindy
May Week 2 Step Goal: 10,000 a day average for the week
Sunday – 14197
Monday – 14683
Tuesday – 6375
Wednesday – 5,574
Thursday –
Friday –
Saturday –
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@jessicakrall8 Thank you! Cats are very good at regulating their body temperature and they actually need their fur. Shaving it all off should only be done for medical reasons, or if the cat is so old it stops grooming. Thankfully we aren't at that point yet so we just do a lot of combing. He is fine in our summers, though he does get a bit lazy when it is hot and just lays down more. But he doesn't overheat. He will often still lay on a blanket in the summer instead of the cold kitchen tile so I guess he is fine. I hope you are doing well. When are you moving to the new office? And have you heard back about switching to a different position yet? I don't think I saw you post more about that.
@pupowl I've always had short-haired cats and I know they can pant to regulate their temps but never having had a long-haired cat and seeing a few people on Twitter (X) that do trim their cat's hair, I just wondered...glad Tinus has that under control...
Move to the new office is at the end of this month...the new position didn't work out...after two interviews, it got down to me and one other person, and they went with the other person, so I'm just biding my time and trying to make some decisions. It will work out as it's meant to, I'm sure. For the most part, I like what I do...could just do without some of the "politics" in the office. Thanks for asking.
Hope you had a great day today. I got a lot done, but our programmer is on vacation, so of course, everything decides to hit the fan...LOL
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@DaffyGirl88
Thank you for your kind words
I hear ya on the replying later. I wish MFP community forums interacted differently so we can interact on posts in a more dynamic way (eg real-time commenting, threaded discussions, etc).
A past mentor/boss/leader/manager of mine used to tell me done is better than perfect. I remind myself of it weekly (maybe daily).
Perfectionism is something that came up for me in therapy so I have been working on it. I like the metaphor you shared of planting the seed. Brene Brown also has some great insights on perfectionism.2 -
🏋️♀️ Hey Shape Shifters! 🏋️♂️
It's time to lace up those sneakers, flex those muscles, and dive headfirst into a workout that'll leave you feeling unstoppable!
Here's the deal: every drop of sweat, every rep, and every push of your limits isn't just about sculpting a physical form. It's about transforming your mindset, elevating your spirit, and embracing the journey towards becoming the best version of yourself.
We're all in this together, driven by a common goal to push boundaries, break barriers, and redefine what's possible. So let's harness that collective energy and turn it into pure, unadulterated motivation to crush our workouts like never before!
🌟 Be Unstoppable: Remember, the only limits that exist are the ones we place on ourselves. So let's shatter those limitations, defy the odds, and show the world what happens when unstoppable determination meets unwavering perseverance.6 -
Thanks for all the positive energy, Shape Shifters! I appreciate all the motivating comments and support. Here’s my weekly weigh-in report:
Name: PatriceFitnessPal
Weigh-in day: Thursday
PW: 147
CW: 147.5
SW: 168
Ltd: 20.5
I have a few upcoming deadlines I’m working on, with many tasks due in May and June. So, I’m trying not to get too far off track. I hope you are having a good week, and enjoy the weekend!3
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