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Along the lines of supply chain issues and empty shelves, is anyone noticing the price increases at restaurants? We are still doing take out, or eating outdoors if it's open (no 4 walled tents). Some of our favorite places, like a pub with burgers, tots and good beer are now no longer options. What used to be a $7, then…
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Sometimes just that is a first step out of a rut. If something you read sounds like something you can do, give it a go. I have fallen and gotten back up more times than I feel comfortable mentioning. Why can't I be a long time maintainer? Bottom line is that I learned how to lose the weight and I didn't learn how to…
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Oooh, "thread-end pull" is good :) It's really true, OP. Changing everything will put you in proverbial knots, using Ann's metaphor. Pick one thing you can commit to (none of them is too small or insignificant). I just stopped by the store on my way home and grabbed two huge bunches of carrots. I'm a volume eater. Snacking…
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It's a process for sure, in so many ways. Great job taking the advice from the wise ones here, and changing your approach! And congratulations on 3 pounds in 2 weeks. I'd be THRILLED, but my plan is much slower weight loss, so that means I have to be OK with not seeing measurable results for an extended time. Keep reading,…
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I have absolutely derailed my commitment. But I'd never give up my fitness. When I have that come-to-Jesus meeting with myself about why I'm still fat, it's all about my calorie intake. I am a walking example of not being able to outrun your fork. Workouts are great for your body and mind, but they aren't a guarantee for…
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Ours came last week. I'm sure my partner ordered them within days of when everyone else did because we each got 3 texts from separate and different family members, friends or colleagues with the link (people must think we're technologically stupid, lol). They're tucked away in the closet for now...
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Absolutely. If I can't make some mistakes, then why try? I've messed up more than once, delaying (at this point, several times) my weight loss, but what would I weigh if I just threw in the towel and gave up? Much more, I suspect. Good for you for figuring out what helps keep you on track. It's those little things, I…
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OP, you have a stressful and ever-changing job. AND you're watching your own mother disappear :heart: This time you have with her is precious. Be kind to yourself. Give yourself some leeway. I absolutely understand what your challenge is, and believe me, if I was in your line of work, I'd be in the same position. I need…
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Oh my goodness, @AnnPT77 , I could barely get through this thread without running to the fridge! I used to be a cheddar only gal. No exposure to much else. Then we moved to Europe for 8 years, and my cheese world exploded. There was an Italian shop (we lived in Germany) where the shopkeeper introduced us to a very old…
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@SModa61 that really stinks. I just picked up my groceries from our local Kroger and found that they had everything I ordered. There are usually 4-8 substitutions, and at least 1-2 things that they could not substitute. I was surprised that it was all there. I rarely go inside to do my own shopping, although masks are…
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Hmm, this reminds me of playing pickle ball with my husband. He's a ball-and-stick guy, super coordinated, picked it up easily. I'm a swimmer-solitary sport, no balls whatsoever. I really don't enjoy sports because they weren't fun when I was a kid. When we play pickle ball, he'd slam that little ball every which way. I'm…
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Oh my goodness. This says it all. You are already doing 2+ full time jobs. Focus on taking care of yourself so that you get good sleep. THAT alone will energize you to do what you absolutely have to do during your day. If you can get good rest, you might feel like bundling up baby and going for a short walk together after…
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I'm always motivated if there is something in the way of my workout (like during work hours, or when it's too dark, or I just ate lunch...). When the time actually comes though, then I can think of 5 different things I would rather do or probably need to do more than work out. BUT... I do different things on different…
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@Xellercin posted an awesome response to something like this. Basically, find things you like to do (or at least WILL do, no matter what the external things are: too tired, not motivated, it's cold, etc. It not only adds variety, it means you will do something. Most days, I don't feel like working out. I miss my swimming…
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^^^ absolutely nothing to add. This says it all. Do your best and enjoy your day. It will be a wonderful day no matter what, but it won't be the "end" of your weight loss journey because then you'll need to learn how to keep the weight off. Slow and steady (as frustrating as that can be...) :heart:
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I just saw a gal on Tiktok doing this. She made it look so easy... Seems like replacing two chairs for something sturdier might be more practical than the more expensive option. I always liked our dining chairs. They're restaurant overstock, so very heavy and sturdy. My dad feels safe sitting down, and they're great for…
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I'm sorry you're blue. It sounds like you know how to get back on track, but like all of us who have slid down the slope, you what it will take to get it all back. Give yourself time. Six months from now, you'll be so glad you started. It's becoming cliche, but this is just such a hard time overall. It just is. Everything…
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I'm so glad you posted this. My pool finally opened after a much unanticipated delay for maintenance. And here we are with Omicron. My husband and I both work in Early Childhood Special Education and cannot risk getting Covid because the families we serve have unvaxxed little ones. I can work from home for now, but he…
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Well done riding the brownie wave to the end. And I LOVE the red "brownie" bar on the graph, lol!
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11 line abs, thigh gap, so many things I had never thought about or heard of... How about do right by the body you have. Eat well. Move well. Be good to yourself. <heading to google now to find out what it means>
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Wow. That's impressive. I have admiration (and envy) of those who can get moving in the morning. Hopefully you can keep it up. If you have to change to evenings, or some other time of day, do it. My motivation to work out early is always good for a while, but I'm just not enough of a morning person to create the habit.…
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I've had mine for about 7 years. Also not weight related. My partner (who is also not overweight) has had one for the same time period. Absolutely try a new mask if it doesn't work for you, but it is critical to give it time. I have tried a couple of masks, nose only, and am back to what I originally started with.…
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I hope you posted some version of this in Success Stories. That is fantastic. I have a love/hate relationship with push ups. You must have worked dang hard to get that one done :smile: Congratulations!
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Are you still accepting people? I have slid over the past 6 months. I was trying to shed a 12 pound gain. Everything was going in the right direction, but then I stopped paying attention. I know what I need to do. Accountability would help. I'm worth it. Why won't I just do it?
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You could start with a body weight program. I used the You Are Your Own Gym app on my phone and it is great. It is a progressive program and challenging as heck. As for cardio, I do it so that I can do other things in my life that require stamina, but I won't do anything I don't like or won't do for a long time. I found a…
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Well now I'm really curious... I got the flu and Covid booster (#3) on Sunday with absolutely no side effects to either. Every now and then, I'd bend down to get something in the kitchen and think, "Is that a headache starting?" but then, no. I kept thinking that surely something was going to happen to make me feel awful,…
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This was my route too. TBH, it took a long time. It was during this time of learning body weight exercises that I found out for myself how complimentary everything else was: lap swimming, water fitness class, body weight program, running... Doing all of it helped do the rest of it. I think trying to do push ups with an…
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I grew up in a part of the US where access to fresh veggies was good. My mom was a decent cook, and with seven kids, you ate what she cooked. As a young mom with very little financial resources, I made my own baby food, so my kids grew up eating different tasting vegetables every time they got them (carrots cooked a…
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Our pool closed in March 2019. It reopened in June 2021. There are other pools that remained open, but I didn't join. I had my first swim last week. Slow... it was a slog. It felt great to be in the water again, but wow. Lanes were the usual, but who's to say? When I go, there are 2 out of 6 available, and there were three…
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@mtaratoot what a great neighbor you are! Our neighborhood often has boxes of fruits or veggies for free at the bottom of people's driveways. Lots of fruit trees around me, and often different than mine! I love knowing that the stuff isn't going to waste. What a gorgeous harvest you have!!
