Weekly Weigh-In Anyone??

13 years ago

Well, I fell off the wagon :)

Back up to 140, but re-training myself to not eat when I get depressed (and by that I mean lethargic, don't want to clean my house or go to the gym or.... rather than truly depressed) And, my boss likes to go out to eat and have someone go with him, so it's all too tempting to just throw in the towel.

So, weighing in at 140. Mini-goal is 130. Total goal is 125.

My deadline is March, so I have plenty of time.

I was reading a book called Japanese Women don't get Old or Fat and realized that's more the style of how I would eat and would like to eat.

Smaller plates. Drinking more miso. Eating my meats in small portions rather than a large hunk.

I've started taking a scoop of miso and a cut up block of tofu to work in the mornings for a mid-morning energy pick me up. It's around 130 calories total, but it really fills me up for hours and gives me tons of energy. Today I brought some leftover peas and asparagus to put into it too. Probably adds another 30 calories. If I have leftover meat, I'll add a small portion of that as well.

Anyone else want to do the weigh-ins again??

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ivamae
13 years ago
Sounds good to me. I have been posting on the Daily Supportand that is great but do like the weekly weigh in too.

I weighed 148 this morning. That is back to where I was when I guess I cheated too much. I would like to be 135 or 140 but the cardiologist doesn't want me to lose more than I am now. We'll see what happens. Slow and easy is the way to go.
I started at 192 after gaining so much on prednisone.
To-day is my 80th birthday but I showed my son and his friend that I can still touch my toes. I'm proud of that. I try to walk about 1 km a day, walking the dog, with my walker. Lots of fun.

Let's make this thread work!!! Hope to see lots of new faces here.

Has anyone invited frinds from the Kitchen Table?
ivamae
blitzyblond_protege
13 years ago
Today is my first day on this forum, today I weigh the same I did four years ago--230lbs and I would like to get to 175. I almost did it four years ago, then life broadsided me. I'm not sure I could make a weigh-in every time, but I'll sure give it a shot. What day of the week?

I intend to drink water before meals, quit eating sunset to sunrise, and walk. It all worked once before, so I guess I'll try it again. l.marie
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ivamae
13 years ago
You chose the day you wish. I weigh on Wednesday but only because that was the day when I started.

Welcome and enjoy. If you go back and read some of the past weigh ins you can gain a lot of help, I think.
All the best.

Thanks silversword for the good wishes. It twas a great day.
silversword
Original Author
13 years ago
Hi Blitzy! We usually post the thread at the beginning of the week and you just check in when you want, and post your stats on the day you choose. I usually do it on Tuesdays because I figure that gives me enough time after the weekend to settle in to my "true" weight of the week.

Welcome!

Iva, I'm glad you had a great day :)
silversword
Original Author
13 years ago
Woke up this morning, I know I'm not supposed to weigh every day but I have a really hard time staying away from the scale. Down to 139!! Wahoo!

Anyone want to post their estimated calorie counts?

My plan for today (I bring my breakfast and lunch to work):

1 Papaya = 120
1/2 cup yogurt = 60
1 banana = 100
10 raisins = 50
2TBS miso = 60
1 block tofu = 90
1/4c quinoa = 65
1 can kipper snacks = 200

Total: 745

I like to estimate the calories I've brought. That will get me through 5am - 3pm. Then my plan is to have a protein shake (200c) and a salad for dinner (350c).

Total estimated for the day = 1295, which is 95 more than my allowance. Darn it. I guess I can fogo the raisins and cut the papaya in 1/2... :)
ivamae
13 years ago
I think quite a bit of my poblem is some water retention.

Anyway I'm very pleased with what I have lost.

Encouragement here, helps alot

Sunday, we are going to my daughters for a fimily get together for my birthday last week. That isn't going to help my dieting, but what the heck. You don't turn 80 every day.
silversword
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13 years ago
Amen Iva! I hope you had a great time!

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