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When I started this weight loss journey (this time), it was all about health, about getting myself into the best physical shape possible as I entered my retirement years. At this time last year, I had been successful. I felt GREAT! But, I decided that I would try to lose more weight. Why? Vanity. Not only did I not achieve…

Down 0.5. Cat, right now your schedule is out of your control. I can't imagine that anyone would have the energy to exercise after a long day of child care. You are certainly burning calories chasing after and playing with the kids.

Today was much better. :) See you tomorrow at the weigh-in.

Cat, that sounds like a workout to me. Today has been a bust. Hubby and I got the shingles vaccine yesterday and we’ve been feeling lousy today. I did some slow walking in the house and some gentle yoga, but that’s all I could handle.

Jan, you had shoulder surgery not that long ago if my memory is correct. Machines are a good idea. What is yoga fusion? Fingers are crossed that we all have a great day.

Also missing: Energy, motivation, sense of well-being, etc., etc., etc. If you have found them, please return them immediately. Found: Lethargy and intense cravings for carbohydrates. If they are yours, please make arrangements to pick them up immediately.

In a funk. It always happens at this time of year. I don't mind the cold, and I actually like snow, but the lack of sunlight is killing me. I feel lethargic and I'm craving carbs. :s

I'm delaying my weigh-in. i had salty restaurant food for dinner and am swollen this morning.

Let's try to stick to our goals today!

@StrongerJan - Glad you're still with us! Ann, thinking of you and your husband and wishing you both the best.

Today was a good day. 5 more like this and maybe I'll see a loss next Monday.

Down a pound from last week's horrible weight. Yay, Ann! Good luck Cat! Good luck @StrongerJan!

I ended up a little higher on calories than I would have liked, but overall it was a good day. Cat, I chose a high protein breakfast today, too. The higher protein seems to get my day off to a better start. Ann, I hope your husband is improving. I'm glad you have the dogs.

Today, I am going to complete my exercise, track every morsel of food that I eat, and stay within my calorie limit.

Wishing you and your husband the best, Ann. Cat, that IS exercise. I'm still struggling with eating. :/

Maybe you should accept that the Pepsi is something you want and enjoy? Hope everyone had a good day. I shoveled snow for exercise. I did not track my food, but I know today was not bad. Sleep well.

I will do better today.

GAINED so I consoled myself by eating. :(

I quit logging food today because sometimes I am just a rebel. Good luck to all tomorrow.

Cat, my daughters were given used books as gifts for Christmas this year. They are fine with it. We always took them to a used bookstore and let them choose whatever books they wanted. Both are voracious readers. Hope everyone's day went well!

I ordered a used copy of your book, Cat. It looked like a good reference. Hope everyone's day went well!

:D :D :D Today was tough as I was operating on little sleep. The wind and rain were so loud last night. Fatigue always makes me crave carbs. I did okay but am ready to fall into bed. Cat, your book looks great. Jan, congrats on your loss! Ann, I'll bet that Ruby is keeping you busy!

Let us know what you think. I recently read Forever Strong by Dr. Gabrielle Lyon. She promotes increasing muscle mass for healthy aging and reduction of metabolic disease. The physiology makes sense, but then she goes on a rant about how important it is to eat meat. She plugs beef so much that it makes me wonder if she is…

I logged again today! Hope everyone else had a great day.

Down 1.1. More shoveling to do today.

Today's exercise was shoveling snow! We had only a few inches, but it was wet and heavy so I got a workout. The storm isn't over yet. Right now we're getting a mix of snow and rain, so perhaps there is another shoveling session in my future. Hope everyone is safe and warm.

Let the reading be a reward for getting the exercise done. Clear and sunny here, but snow is moving in late this afternoon. I'm hoping to be able to snowshoe tomorrow. Happy Saturday everyone! Keep tracking. :)

I'm in.

Today, I am resuming tracking! I've been avoiding it so far, but it is time to get back to weight loss. Have a great Friday everyone!

@StrongerJan - Hope you had another great day. I second Cat's request for a puppy pic. @annliz23 - Ruby is absolutely adorable! @titus2cat - Glad I'm your exercise inspiration. I'm certainly NOT an inspiration for weight loss or calorie control. :D Yes, we need to stay active. We need to maintain the muscle mass and…