work has been really stressful this week, but I am making it through. I woke up early this morning after falling asleep at like 8 o’clock and of course I played on my phone for a little while, but finally guilt caught up to me and I went out and rode my bike at 6:30. Oh my God, these clouds were so beautiful and they cut a line straight through the sky of dark and light. It was amazing. I ended up cooking last night with my children. They love to cut vegetables, which is super helpful for me. I also get to spend time with them because they’re not on their devices when they have a knife in their hand and they’re learning just a bit about what goes on. I got on the scale this morning. it was my dehydrated post bicycle weight, but it’s not more than my original weigh in so that’s really my only goal right now. That and posting every day to this app to inspire myself and others to keep on trucking. I put sweetener and some oat milk in my coffee this morning as a treat and had one bite of a chocolate croissant. Let’s not get too crazy this weekend and it’s a great time to get extra round of exercise in. Now is the time.

Happy Friday!

You've crushed the first week of our game, and that's something to celebrate! Before we head into the weekend, let's talk about movement.

You don't need to be in a gym for an hour a day to be active. Any movement counts! A quick dance party in your living room, a walk with a friend, or even just stretching while you watch TV are all great ways to stay active.

Fun Fact: Did you know that the "couch potato" was originally a term for a person who liked to sit and watch TV, but it's now a type of potato that is roasted in a way that makes it soft on the inside and crispy on the outside? A truly confusing but delicious fact!

As you plan your weekend, remember to make time for both fun and a little movement. A hike, a bike ride, or just a long walk around a new neighborhood are all great ways to move your body and enjoy your time off.

Weekend Challenge: Try to get in at least one fun activity that gets you moving this weekend, and tell us about it on Monday!

Starting photo is from when I joined a Transformer on January 15. Second photo was from yesterday. I don’t see much difference in the mirror but comparing these pictures I can see my face and neck are thinner. And my middle section. The teal top is stretched tight and the white tank is looser but the bulge is smaller. My calves (and cankles) look thinner but that can vary daily as they are prone to swelling. But they haven’t been that much lately. The main thing is I feel a lot better.

Still on a downward trend! Leaving tomorrow to visit family, so I’m hopeful that I can find a way to stay on my nutrition while visiting. We’ll see since we’ll be out and about on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Not a lot of healthy options at theme parks and ren fair but I’ll do what I can! For now, I’m on a roll! Got in my workout and am ready for the day! Gotta get my step and water goal!

Happy Hump Day, everyone!

Let's talk about two crucial things for a successful week: water and smart snacking.

First, hydration. A great way to stay on track is to always have a water bottle with you. You can make it fun by adding sliced fruit or herbs.

Fun Fact: Did you know that the average person will drink enough water in their lifetime to fill a small swimming pool? So keep sipping!

Next, let's talk about "snack-tivities." Instead of just sitting and munching, pair your snack with a small activity. For example, eat some carrot sticks while you do a few stretches, or have a handful of almonds while you clean up a small part of your house. It keeps your mind and body active!

If you could magically turn one food into a non-caloric food (without changing the taste), what would it be?

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