LOSE IT! October 2021

[TheRealHousewife]

Hello & Welcome

September has flown by and now October is upon us! There's a definite autumnal chill in the air and this change in seasons is a natural transition that we echo in our day-to-day lives'. I for one look forward to cosy nights by the fire and prepping for the coming festive season. .

With 86 days until Christmas there's plenty of time to svelte up for the Christmas holidays. A part of my Christmas prep includes dropping a few extra lbs ‘to make room’ for a little foody extravagance… and a Baileys or two 😬

Carrying on from September Thread, this is a space for those of us who enjoy healthy eating, exercising and feeling motivated to reach (or maintain) a healthy weight/bmi. The members of these threads are inspirational, supportive and happy to share their progress (the ups and the downs).

We all know that if we eat right, get outside & move more your mental health will reap the rewards. Better mental health = better choices. It becomes a healthy cycle.

There are so many enjoyable lifestyle options out there without the need to resort to extreme measures. Whatever way you choose, it needs to be enjoyable & sustainable for the long term. This is a long term commitment rather than a quick fix. Personally, I rarely drink alcohol and keep sugar to a minimum. I try to not overload on carbs etc, include a protein source with most meals and aim to glug enough water. I exercise by doing walking vids & strength sessions with light weighs.

As no one size fits all, members need to follow their own way of eating. Nonetheless this thread aims to offer guidance, support and a bit of hand holding. We generally have WOW (weigh on Wednesday) day each week. However post and share your progress as often or as little as you prefer. I’ve weighed daily at times and weekly at other times. Do what works for you.

There is no shaming, competition or harsh words to be found on these threads. We are in this together.

Jump right in! If you’re not too shy, post a bit about yourself 😊. How do you plan to do it? What do you want to achieve? What excites you about your future self? Together, we can create a whole new you!

You’ll be glad you got on board this time next month 😊

I will add links on my next post.

😔, mammogram issues. I’ll know more later in the day.
This level of stress, dulls my tastebuds and makes me “graze” searching for the perfect comfort food (taste/texture). Which always leads to extra calories and salt.
I need to stay strong at least 4 hours till the Dr. explains the results.

@SunshineCake1

I get what you mean about ads might help you cope with whatever the issue is, I had a similar long term discussion with someone else who resisted for a long time and then when they did finally agree to try them they were so glad they did. Took a bit of trial and error to get the right prescription/dose but they're doi much better now.

Glad you got out for a bit I think it has helped but I also appreciate it can knacker you next few days. Can you do short trips out?

Wow - 12 stone 8 lbs that's a loss of 1.75 lbs very happy with that, takes me to under 80kg for those that measure that way (I've started recording in st and lbs and lbs and kg just out of curiosity/for comparison to others who post different ways, not just on this thread)

That's in a week where I had:

Cake x 2
Hot choc
Pizza
Fried egg butties...

Which just goes to show it doesn't have to be a case of eating "rabbit food" to lose weight!

I've gone over my own cal limit at times but been under other days I think it does average out over the week.

@Youdoyoutoday I think missing getting a drenching is fine

Well done to all who lost, maintained or had nsv this week

To those who gained or are otherwise struggling - it's not the end of the world. You're doing great generally I honestly don't think anyone on here isn't overall losing and getting healthier (barring crappy things we can't do anything about like COVID and glandular fever and snotty colds!)

@Elle200 it's probably better to look at those around the same weight as you for tips/inspiration that's what I tend to do.

I'm afraid I'm rather sceptical of advice from people on losing a lot of weight who haven't lost a lot of weight themselves! I have a friend in real life who is in other respects perfectly lovely but she's never been overweight in her life and yet still tries to "advise" those of us who are/have been. She means kindly but she's clueless.

but I'm not sure it is a case of everyone with the same height should weigh the same

This is true different genetics and body types etc affect it too, that's why sensible weight loss companies (I know that's something of an oxymoron) and the nhs have a RANGE of healthy weights for the same height.

2.5 stone difference for my height according to nhs

7 stone 3lbs to 9 stone 10lbs

I've been a much lower weight at times in my life too, on occasion underweight - not due to Ed or anything just being very busy and no time to eat (when nursing) or due to a period of illness etc.

But even still when I did my first time losing weight I got down to 8 stone I did it sensibly not a crash diet or anything but when I hit around 8.5 stone I did have people - inc a dr - saying I looked too slim and a bit gaunt, it genuinely didn't look right on me so I went up to around 9 stone and that was about right for me.

Yet others may look still "chubby" at that point of the same height

I'm also very aware I'm an Apple shape and carry my weight around my belly, very slim legs and arms even now! This is known to have health implications I'm v conscious of that.

Well done @Graphista!

Aww thank you

@SunshineCake1, thank you for your wise words, you're quite right I should not compare, thief of joy and all that!

@Graphista well done on 1.75lbs, is that in just one week? I think I might be apple shaped too, well maybe before surgery, now I look like a triangle!

I'm glad you took my post the way I meant @Elle200 as I couldn't convey very well what was in my head.

I'm struggling a lot with memory and was really shocked yesterday when told of an animal death and could not picture the dog I had seen for five years, at least once a week.

Today dh and I went out for a bit of shopping. I'm still not at full speed but I am starting to feel like I might be able to start running before Christmas. Tomorrow I am walking the dog on my own. I really want to go this afternoon with dh but I'll see. Where I go she's off lead so I don't need to worry about her tiring me out if she pulls anytime on the fifteen minute walk to get to the woods/field which dh does.

@Elle200 yes that's this weeks weight loss

2.5lbs for the month so far but that includes some "bounce back" of the week I lost 6 lbs on the COVID diet!

I feel so much better today. Still not 100% of course but I will be able to walk my dog tomorrow while dh takes DS to school then goes to the dentist. I'll stay in the middle so as to be close to benches for a rest and near the car just in case. Won't run in October but hope to start again in November. Need to work harder at IF as I have been eating my feelings mid evening the last couple of days.

That's great news @SunshineCake1 but don't over do it too quickly.

Thanks @Youdoyoutoday and I won't. The plan had been to walk her every third day but with dh being busy I thought I would and I wouldn't do it if I didn't feel I could. I'm very excited about it which is good for my mental health after a difficult time and I know I can rest for the rest of the day if I need to as dh will do everything.

That's great! I'm glad things are moving forward for you!

Bootcamp done this morning, knackered now!
My weight has plateaued and to be fair, I didn't really care yesterday. Started my weekend away a bit too early. Didn't go mad but had pasta and garlic bread for dinner.

Looking forward to a few days away seeing family that we haven't seen for a couple of years. I'm going to be careful as we will be eating out a lot so I will opt for better options but I will be having a glass of wine or 2 😁

Happy Friday ladies x

Morning! I’ve taken this week fairly easy to recover from my horrible cold 😊 so done fuck all apart from work and just tried not to snack.

This evening I’m doing a spin class dressed as superwoman 😂😂 never done spin before so that’ll be fun… not sure I’ll be walking at work tomorrow!

Really must get some runs in… got a 10 mile race 7/11 and haven’t run further than 10k in ages 😭😭

Got next week off work so will try to get some runs in and not overeat 😊 going to try to get a handle on meal planning when I’m not so tired 😊

Well done on losses and sts’s. I’m going to be ending the month up from where I started but that’s ok. I did a marathon this month. I’m allowed to go to pot after that 😂😂

Absolutely @swampytiggaa!

I just feel so hungry all the time. For lunch I have had salad with leaves, tomatoes, croutons and sauce, smoked salmon and Philadelphia baguette, some crisp, a choux bun and now I'm having biscuits. I feel I need the energy.

Thank you @Youdoyoutoday. Well done on your boot camp work out. Enjoy your time away.

Good Afternoon All

Had a busy stressful week, hopefully things will be calmer in the coming days. Couple of days ago developed a cold. Headache, achy, feel blaaaa generally.

Well done everyone on your losses or sts. I’m on target to sts or a small loss which I’m pleased about.

Menu
Meal 1 - Intend to have egg Mayo/lettuce wraps but not hungry as yet.
Meal 2 - Braised beef, carrots, cabbage, leeks, peas & sweetcorn.
Water, water, water.

@TheRealHousewife Hi. Any news on the freezer?

@SunshineCake1 it’s ongoing. Not straightforward. How’s you?

I'm okay thanks. Walked doggy this morning and done some tidying. Still getting tired snd walking slow, nearly fell asleep sat up watching tv, but feeling better emotionally in terms of physical health. Emotionally, had a BIG talk with dh yesterday so we'll see.

You seem to have turned a corner and you must feel so much better for getting out and about 👍. Baby steps.

Thank you.

Spin class done. Fanny hurts. Ouch.

Ouch indeed @swampytiggaa! Well done though !

I'm getting so excited that I will be able to run again. I was getting to the point of feeling like I would never get better. Now I just need to sort out my mental health .

Evening All

Been out and about today (safely) now back safe & sound.

Menu
Meal 1 - Porridge with blueberries.
Meal 2 - Braised steak, mash, carrots, kale, leeks. Jelly, raspberries & cream.

Quietest thread we’ve had … turning into a ghost thread 😬

We've lost so many

@Puffalicious
@MrsJonesAndMe
@HalfShrunkMoreToGo

I’m alive but feeling a bit pissy (understandably).
My biggest risk factor is my weight. If this doesn’t curb my appetite not sure what will.
I’ve agreed to the biopsy, called and deferred the biopsy and will probably call and agree (leave a message on their machine) tomorrow.
I’m just a bit angry. Thankfully not hungry.
Hanging in at 149.9 this am…not where I need to be. Frustrated with this as well.
My neighbors children just dropped off a full bag of fresh produce, so cute so little. Surprised she could handle the bag. But we have a good garden AND get fresh produce weekly at the market (free lettuce on Wednesday). I’ll donate the produce maybe tomorrow at the church??

Or make soup and freeze?

I ran three steps yesterday while on a dog walk. Bloody hell. Not fun. Aiming for November 6th as my first tiny run.