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Post by Cait on Sept 1, 2021 17:17:29 GMT
We are walkers, joggers, bicyclists, and some do other exercise. We set goals and keep track by miles. You can set your goal for any amount, count your miles any way you wish. The goal is consistency with exercise.
We started Jan. 20, 2003 on the WW Challenge Central Board as "250 Miles by June 1" & we've done 43 five-month walking challenges, including the one we finished May 1, 2021. You can find us on wwmessageboard.freeforums.net at wwmessageboard.freeforums.net/board/12/challenges
The group challenge is to average about 2 miles a day, 13 miles a week, or 50 miles a month; if you do it, in 5 months you will have walked 250 miles, and if you have stuck with the challenge and a healthy eating program for that 5 months, you will see wonderful changes in your health, fitness, and size!
Some people will finish well before the target date and will go for more or another 250 miles, but others will go at a slower pace, and new members will join along the way, so each member is welcome to set her/his own personal goal and target date. The new group challenge which started May 1, 2021, is "250 Miles by Oct 1, 2021."
You are welcome to join us at any time.
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Post by Cait on Sept 1, 2021 17:18:44 GMT
Good Morning Dimers Yesterday I did all 6 of my main HHs, stayed in my 💚 zone of pts. My “KISS” HHs (Keep it Simple and Specific) - Avoid salted snacks: 💚 - JGTB: 💚 1 microhabit: - “No seconds with snack”: 💚 Yesterday we walked 2.1 mi before breakfast. Beck Institute has these daily tips M-F at cares.beckinstitute.org/how-cbt-can-help/weight-management/weight-management-tips/ I put the link on my phone home screen and I like reading it - they’re short and pithy! Today’s is a good one - on tracking: Wednesday Sabotage: I don’t want to track what I’m eating because I know I’m going to be over. Response: My body doesn’t care whether or not I track what I’m eating. It’s keeping accurate accounting even if I’m not. Not tracking it just means I’m not holding myself accountable. If I track it, at least I’ll know what I’m doing and be in a better position to stay on track next time.CAROL - We walk early for a lot of reasons - get it done so we can “do stuff,” and I like to cook my steel cut oatmeal a long time, and also the morning temps are cooler - usually 60’s-70’s. But here in Long Beach it never gets that hot anyway. I’m not sure it’s gotten above 84 here this year. Glad you were able to walk with the trekking poles and your back didn’t hurt too much. I forget - is it a muscle thing? I wonder if PT would help. KELLY - GFY meeting your goals and 3 mi. Yes DHs DD2 in Lancaster Co PA was texting DH about the rain. They have a puppy and she refuses to go outside to “do her business” 🤨 We could use rain here in this drought. Yes that’s strange about “no mask” - I had a woman go off on a tirade at me about masks and Covid while we were setting an appt. Thank God she cancelled. I just set an appt for an older woman who said she is not vaccinated. We’re doing all appts outdoors in the office patio. I tell them if they are all vaccinated we can meet without masks. Otherwise we will all mask. Fortunately our weather allows for outdoor meetings year around. It’s just not that comfortable though - there’s this huge pine tree that drops pine goo on the patio table and benches 🧐. But the owner of the office doesn’t want to risk indoor meetings, or do the rigorous cleaning that would be required. Glad you liked Anxious People and Man Called Ove. I’m reading Laura Lippman’s “Dream Girl” which is good but a little disturbing - I’m not as comfortable with suspense type plots as I used to be! AMY - Glad you’re getting a clean start with healthy eating. I hope your bone tests are OK and the infusion helps. Be well and take care, for ourselves, and for each other. Cait
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Post by tickyboo on Sept 2, 2021 9:49:52 GMT
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Post by tickyboo on Sept 2, 2021 10:12:20 GMT
Good Morning!!
Stayed OP, tracked, ate planned meals,and drank my water. I added 3 miles indoors. So much flooding from the rain and area fire crews busy with water rescues. I am gonna try and go in to the office. Yesterday from the reports on Facebook the roads I would use were closed in spots. Our road was even closed in some parts.
Cait: Thanks for getting us started for the new month. I would love those temperatures. I do not like the Hot and humid weather we get here in PA. I like the shared comment from Beck on tracking.
I hear you regarding the suspense type books. I read a lot of them in my younger years. I have been trying to read different Genres recently just to broaden my horizons.
Amy: Good job on your reset for healthier eating. Good luck with your infusion and possible bone testing.
Waving to all. Happy Walking!!
WATP/EX Miles:262 Fitbit miles:408.07 2021 WATP/EX miles:564 Fitbit miles:865.15
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Post by Carol on Sept 2, 2021 20:10:53 GMT
THURSDAY!
AMY -- I hope your eating plan works, and I hope you have good results if you have a bone test. Having that family history must be concerning.
KELLY -- I wonder if the woman actually forgot a mask and meant "I don't have a mask (with me)." Like you said, it's hard to believe someone wouldn't even have a mask after all this time! Good job tracking, staying OP, and walking. You really do read a lot!
CAIT -- It's nice you can have appointments outside, and I'm with KELLY about hot, humid temperatures! We are having a reprieve from the high temps right now; in fact, yesterday & today have been a little cold in the outdoor pool. We are afraid of complaining too loudly, though, because they might drain the pool and send us indoors before we're ready! We're sure to have another hot spell. I think my back is, indeed, a muscle thing, so I'm taking a return to walking slowly and carefully. Good job with your HHs!
I went to water aerobics yesterday & today (4), stretched, and I walked a mile last night at my volunteer gig.
197/250 miles -- I'm going to have to hoof it during September! 64/75 stretching Stretching: 2018:141;2019:192; 2020:182 2021: Jan.15; February:13; March16; April:17; May:16; June:16; July:14; Aug:17; Sept: 1/30
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Post by Cait on Sept 2, 2021 21:09:39 GMT
Good Afternoon Challengers Yesterday I did all 6 of my main HHs, stayed in my 💚 zone of pts. My “KISS” HHs (Keep it Simple and Specific) - Avoid salted snacks: 💚 - JGTB: 💚 1 microhabit: - “No seconds with snack”: 💚 Yesterday we walked 2.1 mi before breakfast. The Beck Institute tip for today was a good one: Thursday Think Tip: Whenever you stay on track during a challenging food situation (you have a night with a lot of cravings but manage to stick to your plan), it’s so important to ask yourself, “How did I do it? What did I say to myself to help me stay on track?” If it was effective once, it’s helpful to remember because likely it will be effective again.cares.beckinstitute.org/how-cbt-can-help/weight-management/weight-management-tips/ What I did last night that worked was that I looked at my evening snack as I prepared it and carried it, as I gave thanks and prayed. I acknowledged that “It is enough.” I ate slowly and although we were watching TV I tried to be mindful of what I was eating, the taste, texture, appearance, etc. I was aware of my fullness, that I was not hungry after I ate. And when DH turned off the TV, I put my feet to the floor and got up to clean up and JGTB. 😃 KELLY - DHs DD in Lanscaster Co also had to change routes to work. Glad you’re safe. GFY with the 3 mi indoors and OP. CAROL - Good job with the walking at the arboretum and 4 mi of water aerobics and stretching. Too cute, picturing you and the others playing “mum’s the word” about the cold water 🤪 Glad you’re being careful with the touchy back and it seems to be healing. Be well and take care, for ourselves, and for each other. Cait
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Post by tickyboo on Sept 3, 2021 10:41:14 GMT
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Post by tickyboo on Sept 3, 2021 10:49:45 GMT
Good Morning!!
Well, I had a good day staying OP yesterday until the end of my shift when a coworker ruffled my feathers. So we did go to Chili's again, lol. I did only have a few chips this time and only 1 drink. I was over in points but I did track it. I know it was my decision it is interesting how a change in mood or mindset can effect your choices.
I added 2 miles yesterday. It was beautiful sunny and cool day would have never known the day before was so rainy with flooding. I was actually able to get into work and take my usual route. Many of creeks were still very high.
All goals met except eating my planned supper which will be eaten tonight.
Cait: Great job on a good day and your miles. You did will with managing your evening snack.
Carol: Great job on your exercise. No, on the lady I was talking to her on the phone and scheduling an appt for her to be tested for COVID. I imagine she is one of those who either refused to wear one the whole time or actually got rid of hers when our state stopped requiring them.
Waving to all. Happy Walking!!!
WATP/EX Miles:264 Fitbit miles:411.54 2021 WATP/EX miles:566 Fitbit miles:866.62
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Post by tickyboo on Sept 3, 2021 10:52:44 GMT
Wanted to share what we are seeing in the hospitals for the company I work for.
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Post by Cait on Sept 3, 2021 17:30:39 GMT
Good Morning Challengers Yesterday I did all 6 of my main HHs, stayed in my 💚 zone of pts. My “KISS” HHs (Keep it Simple and Specific) - Avoid salted snacks: 💚 - JGTB: 💚 1 microhabit: - “No seconds with snack”: N Yesterday we walked 2.1 mi before breakfast. The Beck Institute tip for today: Friday Weekend Warm-up: Important reminder: staying on track and having a fun time are not mutually exclusive. In fact, they often go hand in hand! Often when people are off track and eating whatever/whenever, they don’t feel great. Either they’re feeling bad about it even as they’re eating, or they know in the back of their minds they’re going to feel bad when they face the consequences. Feeling good about the choices you’re making (and fueling your body with good food) feels great and leads to a VERY fun time.cares.beckinstitute.org/how-cbt-can-help/weight-management/weight-management-tips/ KELLY - Yes DH and I have been watching those Covid numbers 😢. I saw a recent poll said there’s some increased willingness to get vaccinated because of the surge. Too bad it takes tragedies to break through fear and misinformation. GFY with the 2 mi and planned meals, and making reasonable choices despite the feather-ruffle-powered retreat tk Chilis 🤗 Yes I too notice the old habit of comforting and soothing my upsets with food. Wow such a contrast - the lovely weather after the flooding. Reminds me of Noah’s ark! Glad your roads are normalizing quickly. Be well and take care, for ourselves, and for each other. Cait
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Post by amyrs on Sept 3, 2021 22:46:22 GMT
I paced a lot today. over the infusion just felt tired. but Have a lot of pain in my left knee. It reallyurt today after I got 5,000 steps. am no exercising for while again. I don't know what to do my knee hurts so much.
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Post by Cait on Sept 4, 2021 15:47:32 GMT
Good Morning Challengers
Yesterday I did all 6 of my main HHs, stayed in my 💚 zone of pts.
My “KISS” HHs (Keep it Simple and Specific) - Avoid salted snacks: 💚 - JGTB: 💚
1 microhabit: - “No seconds with snack”: 💚
Yesterday we walked 2.1 mi before breakfast.
This am I attended my WW virtual meeting. I always get something out of it. This month is about overcoming obstacles. They talked about using music to change your mood, your energy, to motivate, to accompany you while you do things you may not particularly enjoy or feel like doing. I like hearing what others say about how they’ve dealt with obstacles.
Today DD1 and DSIL and DGDs are coming over for lunch and to spend the afternoon 😍 Their condo townhouse is being shown today - when it’s sold, they’ll be looking for a house with a yard. So exciting!
Be well and take care, for ourselves, and for each other.
Cait
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Post by Cait on Sept 5, 2021 19:13:11 GMT
Here’s the WW Weekly technique article: Disrupt Emotional Eating Habits with a Five Minute Break www.weightwatchers.com/us/m/cms/article/disrupt-emotional-eating-habits-5-minute-breakOn stressful or moody days, reaching for a box of cupcakes to distract or numb your feelings is common. That's because emotional eating and spontaneity tend to go hand in hand. But if you're worried about how your food choice may affect your wellness or weight-loss goal, we swear by this simple but oh-so effective tip: Set a timer for five minutes. After your five-minute timer goes off, take a moment to check-in with yourself. You may discover the remedy isn't food-related at all. Maybe you just needed to have a vent sesh with your BFF or take a few deep breaths. If five minutes have passed and you still want the cupcake, eat one! But the more you practice this mindful method, the more connected you'll feel to your body and yourself. And the recipe cards;
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Post by Carol on Sept 5, 2021 23:13:49 GMT
SUNDAY!
KELLY -- good job going to Chili's and restraining yourself for the most part. I'm glad the weather turned.
CAIT -- Thanks for posting the Beck quotes. It sounds like I should sign up/download, or whatever. I could use those daily nuggets.
AMY -- I'm sorry you're experiencing so much pain. Take care of yourself.
Well, I spoke too soon about my back. On Friday, in the locker room after swimming, I reached down and WHAM! Just like you see in the cartoons, my back just wrenched/grabbed/torqued. Ow ow ow! I'm sure anyone who was looking could see the lightning bolts coming off my back!
I did nothing yesterday except a .5 mile walk after lunch -- no way could I have walked 2 miles. Today, I went to the pool, and it felt pretty good. I'm not kidding myself, though -- I'll continue to be careful.
201/250 miles -- I'm going to have to hoof it during September! 64/75 stretching Stretching: 2018:141;2019:192; 2020:182 2021: Jan.15; February:13; March16; April:17; May:16; June:16; July:14; Aug:17; Sept: 2/30
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Post by Cait on Sept 6, 2021 17:50:58 GMT
Good Morning Challengers Yesterday I did all 6 of my main HHs, stayed in my 💚 my zone of pts. My “KISS” HHs (Keep it Simple and Specific) - Avoid salted snacks: 💚 - JGTB: 💚 1 microhabit: - “No seconds with snack”: 💚 Yesterday we walked 4.1 mi to breakfast and along the bluff above the beach. We had a nice afternoon outside. DD1 and family had to put down their dog yesterday 😢. He had been here at our place with them Saturday. He’s been with them the DGDs whole lives, but he’s been struggling a long time and yesterday he couldn’t lift his head 😔 Here’s the Beck Institute tip of the day: Monday Motivation: Today is Labor Day in the US. If you’ve got some extra time today, a great way to use it might be to get done some of the things you’ve been meaning to do – set up your garage gym, make a meal plan for the week, go through your old Response Cards. Make a commitment to doing SOMETHING today that will help advance these efforts!cares.beckinstitute.org/how-cbt-can-help/weight-management/weight-management-tips/AMY - So sorry about the knee pain. I have knee arthritis but I had only a little pain. The Dr said my leg muscles needed strengthening so that my body weight wouldn’t just rest all on the arthritic joint. The Dr sent me to PT and I have prescribed exercises - half of them are done on the floor. I’ve been OK since. Also losing weight and maintaining has helped, and the Whole Foods plant based diet, which is anti-inflammatory. The arthritis and osteoporosis are why I started eating WFPB. CAROL - Yes I like the Beck quotes too. The way I put it on my Home Screen like an app in my iPhone is to open the webpage in Safari, then click on the square with the up arrow, then do “Add to Home Screen.” Wow! So sorry about your back. Glad you could walk .5 mi and still go to the pool. It’s not the end of the world if you don’t hit 250 miles. Every little bit of exercise we do helps our health. Be well and take care, for ourselves, and for each other. Cait
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