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Us old folks can get fit, too! It's never too late. Some of the older people on this site are some of the fittest! I look at it like this - now that I'm older and my kids are grown I can spend more time working on myself, my fitness, all the things that I like to do. Being more physically fit gives me the energy to have…
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Both gluten intolerant and soy free here for about 5 years now. I have quite a varied diet and don't feel deprived or abnormal. Yes, I miss eating some things like crusty french bread and pasta but have found quite a few alternatives that suit me fine. My local pizzaria makes an amazing GF pizza crust. Of course it is made…
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It even happens to us older folk! My age is clearly posted on my profile, but I've still gotten the random hit-up message. Maybe it's my user name, IDK. Not meant to be provocative, just fun. My favorite weirdo was the guy who wanted to constantly talk about working out out nude. Eeeesh! I just laugh about it and move on.…
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As others have said, try it and see where you land. If you don't lose drop it a bit. I'm 10 years older but about the same height and weight. With moderate exercise 5 days a week, 1650-1700 is my maintenance range. If I stick (strictly) with about 1400 a day I will see the scale move down. With only a little bit to lose to…
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Just ran across this thread and it's been an interesting read with my morning coffee. I don't think OP's original post was rude, just sharing her opinion. Skinny seats are just part of the equation and you will be more comfortable, as will others around you, if you fit into them. Sometimes this is weight related and…
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It's still fun to read about them and maybe take a little trip down memory lane. :wink:
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I'm on information overload frequently and not just related to food choices. TV, cell phones, social media everywhere you turn - it's so much noise, noise, noise, NOISE! I feel like the Grinch at Christmas. Weight loss plans and ideas are just part of that equation because you are always hearing or reading about some new…
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No, this is perfect! I've made similar salads in the past but it's one of the things that has gone by the wayside (for some unknown reason). What kind of noodles do you use? I have some rice ramen noodles that might work. Gluten-free pasta is a crap shoot. Sometimes it turns out well and others, not so much. It's much…
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@nickssweetheart - you might be sick of the Asian peanut noodle slaw, but that sounds divine to me! Can you share the recipe? And do you think it would be a success using gluten-free noodles? I recently stumbled upon an amazing sale of gourmet beans and lentils at my local "fancy" grocery store, so I'm on the hunt for new…
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I grew up in a family of 7 people with childhood mostly during the 70's. We had enough to eat, but rarely second helpings. My mom would say "the kitchen is closed" between meals, so we were pretty hungry by dinnertime. We didn't necessarily eat the healthiest food (similar to above poster about cereals, bologna, and white…
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I make slow cooker steel cut oats once in awhile, but I don't usually use a recipe. Just instinct and experience. Here's a recipe that has apples and brown sugar. https://www.cooksmarts.com/articles/slow-cooker-steel-cut-oatmeal-recipe/ This recipe makes a huge amount (in my opinion) so I cut it in half. In my experience…
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Unless I'm sick enough to be in bed (which is REALLY sick for me) I do a little bit just to stay mobile and to keep from getting stiff. If you're older you know what I mean! I have a spa, so I do hot tub yoga, Qigong, slow walking, or very light bodyweight exercises as examples. I feel better if I move a little. Worse if I…
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Another vote for freezing! It's easy to cook too much quinoa. It's so tiny to begin with but grows and grows! LOL I often cook too much "on purpose" and then put in serving sized containers for freezing. One of my favorite ways to use quinoa is in a burrito style bowl. Mix with rinsed black beans, then add a bunch of…
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My two favorites for both meal prep and budget conscious meals: Bake a whole chicken in the oven. Cheaper than the cut up pieces and not full of "solution" like the rotisserie ones at the grocery store. This will make many meals for the week. Make a big pot of beans, chili or soup (crockpot if you have one). Can be…
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I know! Sorry I haven't posted in awhile. I've been busy with other groups and really haven't had much to post here because the weather has been crap. Just rain and wind and cold, oh my! However, it is starting to warm up and sometimes that happens fast. We'll be 50 one day and 80 a couple later. That's the thing about…
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Carne asada taco! Just meat, pico de gallo and cilantro on a corn tortilla.
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Awesome challenge!
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I make an egg and veggie scramble a couple times a week. Sometimes with whole eggs and sometimes 1 whole egg and 2-3 egg whites. Usually with peppers, mushrooms, spinach, zucchini - whatever I have on hand. I make enough for several days then reheat that in a skillet along with a tortilla. Breakfast taco! This definitely…
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My daughter has a new pair of Doc Martens. They're made out of clear plastic so you can see her crazy socks!
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A big bowl of salad greens with whatever leftover protein/rice/grain/veggies from dinner the night before. I also do food prep on Sunday with a big quinoa salad or rice & beans, then make burrito type bowls. I just watched a news clip on making a homemade mason jar noodle soup that looked interesting. You pack ramen,…
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I just saw that hair at the grocery store this morning! :D
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Those tights were seriously painful to wear. They always rubbed your foot in a bad place and you'd be limping by the end of the day. I think I cut mine off at the ankle and created leggings (before leggings were a thing). Didn't realize I was fashion forward! My mom made me a pair of those - overall top, culottes on the…
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Fondue with rye bread, boar sausage and apples. An unexpected and rare lunch today with the husband at a German bargarten. Not sure which was higher - the calories or the bill. It's not an inexpensive place, but it is divine Bavarian style and a lovely break from the ordinary. Must do extra workout tomorrow. :D
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Oh so many things! Farrah Fawcett bangs, San Francisco riding gear jeans, Jazzercise leotards with thong-butt and leg warmers, puka shell necklaces, feathered roach clips hanging from the rear-view mirror. Clackers, jacks, pick-up sticks, full-size (like Barbie) GI Joes with lifelike hair and kung-fu grip, 45 records…
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Last chance to join! Just a couple more hours left . . . . .
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Four times a night to pee? Doesn't everyone do that? :wink: I've discovered that 145ish is pretty perfect for my age and fitness level. I used to think 135 was fat when I was in my 20's. Now I'm not sure I'd really want to go below about 140.
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I also grew up in the Southern US and I recall a lot of meals with fried chicken, fried fish, grits, hush puppies and not that many veggies. I didn't have a lot of veggies in my life until we moved to Oregon. I think it must depend on the family because southern cooking is usually pretty heavy and high fat. Sadly, one of…
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Wednesday, April 4th is the last day to join!
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So, we ended up with a dry day. It was overcast but it warmed up to the mid-50's so I spent about an hour outside. Did a bit of weeding (of course) and also planted 3 primroses, 1 hyacinth and 4 pansies. Now it will rain for days so I don't need to worry about watering, but I better get back out there with slug bait…
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Gosh darnit! Nothing but rain forecast for the next week. I'm such a fair weather gardener I've done nothing. :smirk:
