July 4th to September 2nd 2019

[Cele21]

Welcome to the newest challenge and the fifth one of 2019! We are celebrating our scaled and non-scaled victories and progress. Following are some acronyms typically used by those who post. Some of us also track body fat or measurements, please add those as you wish.

USW - Ultimate start weight

SW - starting weight for this challenge

CW - current weight 

PW - previous week's weight/weigh-in

LW - last weight/weigh-in

GW - goal weight for the challenge

MGW - mini goal weight

UGW- ultimate goal weight

To join the challenge, please just hit 'reply' and post!

Good wishes and the best of luck to all. Work hard, keep your mind focused on your goals, and we will all succeed together!

[_Lilac_]

@Zootenany  Ooh, what part are you from? I hope you aren't anywhere near northern Manitoba right now!!

[Bobbinyc]

Hi All,

Heat wave with the high humidity finally broke. Now it's just 90sF. Got up early to go for a walk - felt great. I'm having foot problems yet again. Contrary to what docs say, I'm convinced it's from sitting too much. So, I've created a whole new exercise regimen. I'm trying both Peggy Cappy's yoga and the Aging Backwards program.  We'll see. They don't add steps though!

@_Lilac_  I was stuck at the same weight forever too.  For me, I finally figured out I was sensitive to dairy - which I was eating a ton of.  Weight shifted as soon as a I gave it up.  Miss it a lot though.  

My weight is still moving so slowly! It makes me crazy.  I can go weeks without a change (unless it goes up).  I'm trying to research metabolism.  Actually, you are my role model-you just seem to keep going no matter what.  Maybe swimming would be better for those injuries.  Just a thought.

Barbara- you are doing great!!! Very impressive and congrats on going past 150.  Wonderful!

[Cele21]

Hi Everyone!

I have been MIA - I think it's that time of year.

I got really busy at work (which is when I get on the computer) then took last week off of fitbit on purpose no logging, no weighing, no posting. Warning: Long post ahead.

I'm trying to get my life together in a couple areas again and have been (and will continue to) assessing my habits - conclusion? I have very bad habits - in a lot of areas.

My sleep is totally out of control, staying up until all hours and running on fumes will eventually catch up to me. I've been having bizarre dreams every single night.

My stress levels are very high because of work, hubby's health issues and all of the below.

I haven't been drinking my water. Dehydration is making itself known.

My food choices are out of control - major sized portions, fast food, lack of veggies, and the list goes on.

House and yard both need major attention - dust and pollen, clutter and weeds, junk and more junk.

I know that all of the above are things that are all in my control and I just....don't. 

Then the depression sets in and the negative thoughts, words and bad attitude start which spirals into fights with loved ones or withdrawal from everything.

I talked to hubby and we started taking steps this weekend to start setting some of it right. Worked a bit on the house, took care of a phone issue that we have been putting off, planned dinner tonight (crock pot chicken which is now cooking), I plan on using some sleep inducing tea for a couple days to re-set my inner clock, going to take some scripture/prayer time, and going to drink the water.

I'm going to start posting again for accountability. 

I know this is a cycle with me and all of this has been said many times before but it's not the end of the world and it is always possible to make changes.

Here's to a better week!

[Zootenany]

@_Lilac_ Vancouver Island - but I live in the East Coast of the US right now. Totally riveted in a horrified way to the news though of course. 

[sleepingbear68]

USW - 225

SW - 216

CW - 208.2

PW - 212

LW - 208.2

GW - 200

MGW - 210

UGW- 190

Was a good week for me, very excited to see sub 210! Yippee! Hard work pays off! 

[dancefoxtrot]

@sleepingbear68 

You are kicking those lbs. to the curb. Good for you.

[dancefoxtrot]

@Cele21 

Glad that you are back and taking steps.  Having someone to work with on the house and yard helps. 

We make things better one step at a time and one new habit at a time. 

Don't give up on your growth and change. I am rooting for you.

Barbara G

[dancefoxtrot]

@RachelShrinks 

Welcome back Rachel.

Glad that you were eating healthy food with your family. 

It is nice to have someone to work out with also.  I am getting in fewer steps trying to take it easier on my torn knee cartilage so it is slow but sure for me.

Spin class and baby sitters are good news.

I like the line more aesthetically pleasing uses.  Yep flatter tummies look better in clothes it seems.

Barbara G

[Zootenany]

All right, happy Tuesday everyone. Tuesday is my weigh day so here it goes.

USW - 330 (2012)

SW - 269.5 (7/20/19)

CW - 265.6 (as of 7/30/19)

PW - 269.5 

GW - 255

MGW - 220

UGW - 190

I am pretty happy! On June 2 I was 290.9 and today I am 265.6. That's better than a kick in the pants!

[Zootenany]

@_Lilac_ I love the bubble idea! I am going to do this, too. Very playful!

[_Lilac_]

Not much happening on this end. It's been too hot to do anything outdoors and I'm feeling so unmotivated to do anything indoors. If I move around, I sweat and can't breathe. It was 41C or 108F here yesterday with the humidity. For a big girl...that's NOT good. I have a window air conditioner, so the house was tolerable, but in the evening it was struggling to keep up with the heat of the day. I had too much sodium yesterday so I'm feeling it today. 

More water, housework, nap, move around. That's my agenda for the day.

[Zootenany]

@_Lilac_ I hope your day went better -- and you had a break in the heat!

[dancefoxtrot]

@Zootenany 

Excellent progress! That  much lightening up probably is making your knees and feet happy!  

Barbara G

[dancefoxtrot]

@_Lilac_ 

Jeepers, 108F in Canada!  Hope that the heat wave breaks.  I feel weak in the 94 F temp. even with lower humidity. Hope your mom's in A/C as well.   Glad you have some cooling indoors. One good thing is I loose my appetite in the high heat.  Stay hydrated.  

Best,

Barbara G

[dancefoxtrot]

Hi all

Update on slow progress. I bounced off the 149.4 low and it seems that in spite of working hard in the yard last week and eating sensibly I haven't gotten back below 149.8 since. 

Sat. AM, all calm, showered, and preparing to go to a Veggie Fest in Santa Rosa, CA, and over the radio comes news of yet another active shooters at a mall in El Paso, TX.  More tragedy and loss for families. So freaking senseless and insane.  So many violent movies, TV programs and encouragement of division and hate.  Our culture seems to be descending into the worst level of hatred and aggression. 

Well stay safe nice community and try not to eat from anxiety.  I just turned off the news for now as I need to focus on life affirming thoughts. Off to sample veggies and learn more now. 

153 SW

150 CW

142 GW

140 UGW

We can meet our reasonable goals for healthier bodies and minds. 

Enjoy your weekend,

[sleepingbear68]

USW - 225

SW - 216

CW - 206

PW - 208.2

LW - 206

GW - 200

MGW - 210

UGW- 190

Another good week for me! 6 pounds to go in less than a month,hopefully this weight continues to fall off.

I've been doing everything right, eating well, exercising, and getting some good rest. But about once or twice a week i indulge in a cheat meal with a beer or 2. In spite of that the weight is still dropping so i'm not stopping, it's what keeps me sane.  

[_Lilac_]

Struggling. My struggle is breaking this sedentary condition. The heat wave didn't help. Yesterday, I probably told myself 20 times I had to get up and move. I was watching old episodes of RuPaul's Drag Race and I'd put it on with the full intention of doing a workout while watching, but then I'd sit there. I finally got sick of myself and took a dog for a walk. He's been misbehaving lately and from watching dog shows I know that you have to get them good and tired so they are less likely to be a pain in the butt. He came home and flopped. So did I. 

Today, I had the front and back yards mowed by 10 am. I've been avoiding it for too long but I forced myself. It exhausted me. I turned my ankle in a hole dug by same dog but I carried on. I get so worn out by things that were so easy for me at my lightest weight. 

I don't want to spend the money on joining the YMCA, but I can't seem to force myself to go walking regularly (and I hurt myself) or any other physical activity. The pool is my best solution, and it's more than I want to spend. I just have to suck it up. I can't get to my max weight again. I can't live like that. I'm scaring myself, seeing how lethargic I am and how out of shape I am. 

My daughter tells me I don't eat enough or often enough. I just don't feel hungry or I'll get busy doing something and forget. 6-7 hours apart for meals is normal for me. It's probably because I'm just not burning calories so I'm not feeling hungry. 

Okay, I admitted my problem. Now, I have to do something about it to fix it. That's how this works. 

[Zootenany]

Happy Tuesday, everyone. Here is this week's report:

USW - 330 (2012)

SW - 269.5 (7/20/19)

CW - 263.5

PW - 265.6 

GW - 255

MGW - 220

On June 2, 2019 I was 290.9 - obviously been a long journey from 2012's highest weight to 290.9 - but here we are. Am happy with the general trend over the last nine weeks! And really appreciate this forum as a chance to measure and honor weekly progress, struggles, achievements, pitfalls. It is a long road and the company is important.

[Zootenany]

@sleepingbear68 you're well on your way - almost there! Great job.

[dancefoxtrot]

Hi all 

Off to work but quick share.

Hit 148.4 first time since before xmas. working in yard clearing brush yesterday. 

sw 153

cw 148.4

gw 142.

ugw 140.

Congrats to those loosing weight.  Stay strong champs. 

We can all do this one day at a time.

@_Lilac_  Join the Y, it helps and you deserve to be healthy. 

Barbara G