Roll Call 8/8

[Chicklady]

Good morning CCers
What's everyone up to?

[Clarasassycat]

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Good morning fellow CC'ers!! Im excited today. After no loss for 2 weeks and weighing in on weigh day earlier this week at 313....I had to get on a scale this morning at an appointment and it showed a loss. So, I rushed home and jumped on my scale (since that is what I go by) and sure enough a loss! Now, I couldnt believe the number so I got on and off the scale like 5 times to make sure. I am down to 306!! YAY!!! Hope everyone has a wonderful wonderful low carb water drinking day

[inhisgrip]

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That's great news Clara! Congrats.

Hey Chick and fellow CC'ers! Hope everyone is having a wonderful Friday! I have a bit of news to report... I finally climbed stairs yesterday for the first time since my break! YAY! The first time in over 2 months that I can get in and out of my house without a ramp and wheelchair. It felt good. I had to use a crutch and cling to the rail but I did it! Every little bit of progress counts. I'm getting back to "normal" slowly but surely.

[Etire]

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Good Morning CC'ers! I'm posting a bit later than usual because of playing catchup. Not much planned this weekend---> just a bit of chilling.

Everyone have a great on-plan weekend,

Etire

[Chicklady]

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Alright Clara and Liz
Congrats on your accomplishments!

Liz, I spent 8 months in a wheelchair,,,,I can truly sympathize with you. You get to the point where you never wanna see a wheelchair again.

[Sherri]

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TGIF!
Hello Chick, Clara, Liz, Etire and everyone that checks in.
Wow, CONGRATULATIONS Clara! You're knocking on Twovilles Door!!!! How exciting!
Liz, that's great news! I'm really happy to hear that you're back at your appartment and can get up and down the steps.
I'm just chill'in out today too Etire.
Chick, i'm just taking the day off. It's really smokey outside from wildfires that were started by lightening last night. So just hanging out inside watching movies today.
Have a great evening everyone.
TTYL,
Love ya, Sherri


Better Bone Health
Other than when you hit your "funny bone" or accidentally whack yourself on a hard surface, how often do you really think about your bones? Well, it's time to start. Your bones have several important functions. In addition to forming your skeleton and supporting your whole body, they shield your organs and keep your muscles in place. They also store calcium, which is essential to maintaining strength and healthy bone density.

But bones start losing density as we get older, which increases the risk of osteoporosis — especially for women. When the ovaries stop producing estrogen during menopause, it takes an even bigger toll on our bones, since estrogen is a natural protector against bone loss. The threat of bone tissue deterioration and fractures associated with osteoporosis should be taken seriously.
What's the best thing you can do to make sure that your bones stay in tip-top shape? Make an effort to consume plenty of calcium! The body can't produce calcium on its own, and we need this miracle mineral to keep both our bones and our teeth healthy and to facilitate proper function of the heart, muscles, and nerves.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends the following sources for getting your calcium:

• Dairy products: low-fat or nonfat milk, cheese, and yogurt(full fat for us Atkineers)
• Dark green leafy vegetables: bok choy and spinach
• Calcium-fortified foods: orange juice, cereal, bread, soy beverages, and tofu products
• Nuts: almonds

In addition to consuming calcium, the resistance training that you do in my online program will help keep your bones strong and healthy. Keep up the good work!
Monday's Tip: Do The Work!

[inhisgrip]

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Sherri... Whoops, I meant getting in and out of my parent's house. lol Still not back at my apartment. I won't be able to return to work for several more weeks so I'm still staying with my parents.

Chick, What type of injury caused you to be in a wheelchair? It has definitely opened my eyes to how unaccessible some places really are. Things we take for granted can be so frustrating for people who use wheelchairs for mobility.

[SueSue1212]

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Hi All
In a hurry so just a hello! Good Luck and have a GREAT DAY!
Love SueSue1212

[Chicklady]

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Liz....I ripped my heel ff. Well, that's the short version It all started with a skunk....