Want to be Healthy Living buddies?

Manada · January 2013

Hello!

I am wondering if anyone out there is thinking about enacting some healthy livingtype of activities as part of their fertility plans and wants to be a virtual checkin buddy?

Maybe weekly or twice by Email or through a thread maybe?

I am thinking around things like exercise, eating, maybe selfcare goals.... Anything like that, but in a way that's relevant and inclusive to those of us on meds or doing procedures that may force us to adapt our routines.

Please forgive any grammar mistakes, am mobile bumping!

Cara1024 · January 2013

ME! Hi buddy! Wink

I'm trying to eat better and stay more active these days and I could always use some encouragement! Currently I'm working on cutting out sugary snacks altogether, we are eating very little red meat, trying to drink more water (why am I so bad about that!!!!), and exercise!!! I've already cut out soda which was huge for me! What about you?

scbedi · January 2013

I signed up for "Biggest Loser" for my work so I could definitely use some encouragement and accountability!

Manada · January 2013

Yay!

We have cut out aspartame (read: Diet Coke) because we figured it was a lifestyle decision for our family to be healthy... and we cut back 90% of our wheat intake in January and are hoping to continue.

Otherwise, my goals are to start exercising again on a regular basis and my partner and I are thinking about trying to take up jogging again on a very light (read: slow!) basis once the spring comes, so we're going to try to get a bit more in shape for that.

Otherwise -- I am also going to try to find a hobby! Not healthy-living related specifically, but I need something to take my mind off in/fertility stuff to keep me sane!

How should we check in as a little group? Thoughts as to how often?

JennyS86 · January 2013

This is a great idea! I am pretty new to the Bump TTTC because I am without a diagnosis,11 months into TTC, and amenorrhea since nixing the BCPs (hope to see an RE after 12mo. for insurance reasons). So I hope you will still allow me in your Healthy Living group!

There is so much more to Healthy Living than just losing weight for me! My personal goals include eating a better variety of healthy foods and healthy recipes and getting more sleep. This past year my goal was starting to go to the gym, and going twice per week. This year it is going three times per week and cutting down on sweets by 50% (not easy for me!)

To the above poster about drinking more water - I have always been a huge water drinker! my suggestions include carbonated water, tea, and even just plain hot water during the winter - my favorite to stay warm! In the summer, water with a cucumber slice or a lime is wonderful.

cheers to a happy and healthy 2013! and hopefully a few BFPs in the future!

Mochadoodle · January 2013

Manada:
How should we check in as a little group? Thoughts as to how often?

I'd love to join!

My goal is to lose about 30 pounds. Yikes!

Should we do a weekly Healthy Living Check In? I've seen it done on other boards. Is that something that anyone would be interested in?

scbedi · January 2013

Mochadoodle:
Manada:
How should we check in as a little group?  Thoughts as to how often?

I'd love to join!
My goal is to lose about 30 pounds. Yikes!
Should we do a weekly Healthy Living Check In? I've seen it done on other boards. Is that something that anyone would be interested in?

I would!!

lobosabby · January 2013

I would totally participate. I'm already on MyFitnessPal but having a group to encourage makes it so much better!

Oh, but I'm not currently on meds - I'm just waiting for my appt with my RE. But I love to exercise and would join if you'd have me!

Cara1024 · January 2013

lobosabby:
I would totally participate. I'm already on MyFitnessPal but having a group to encourage makes it so much better!
Oh, but I'm not currently on meds - I'm just waiting for my appt with my RE. But I love to exercise and would join if you'd have me!

I'm on MyFitnessPal too! I love it!!! I haven't quite learned how or why people get connected on it though. Not really sure if I'd want others to see what all I eat everyday. haha. I'm brutally honest on it so that I can try to accurately keep up with my calorie intake.

Yes I think a weekly check-in sounds like a good idea!

jfb29 · January 2013

I'm game! God knows I need to run some laps....

Edit: I can't insert the gif I wanted to, but it is a fat bulldog running around a table...picture in your head please! Wink

ena724 · January 2013

I'm in as well. I have to to take a couple months off but have to be on lupron which I'm sure will make me a hormonal mess. I want to get back into yoga and working out 4-5 days a week.

It would be nice to have some encouragement along the way.

Mochadoodle · January 2013

jfb29:
I'm game! God knows I need to run some laps....
Edit: I can't insert the gif I wanted to, but it is a fat bulldog running around a table...picture in your head please!

LOL!

lobosabby · January 2013

Cara1024:
lobosabby:
I would totally participate. I'm already on MyFitnessPal but having a group to encourage makes it so much better!
Oh, but I'm not currently on meds - I'm just waiting for my appt with my RE. But I love to exercise and would join if you'd have me!

I'm on MyFitnessPal too! I love it!!! I haven't quite learned how or why people get connected on it though. Not really sure if I'd want others to see what all I eat everyday. haha. I'm brutally honest on it so that I can try to accurately keep up with my calorie intake.
Yes I think a weekly check-in sounds like a good idea!

LOL I don't mind if people stalk me! ;-)

I think you can add friends if you're friends with the person on FB or if you know their email address. I got added by another bumpie yesterday!

It keeps you motivated when you see that they're keeping up with it on your news feed. Similar to a FB news feed, but it tells you accomplishments of your friends.

nicnique · January 2013

lobosabby:
I would totally participate. I'm already on MyFitnessPal but having a group to encourage makes it so much better!Oh, but I'm not currently on meds I'm just waiting for my appt with my RE. But I love to exercise and would join if you'd have me!

Bissh, why aren't we friends then!
::pouts::

NYCGal276 · January 2013

I'm in!!! Great idea!!! :-D

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