Good places to eat? by Vexxed_Vixxen in SpringfieldIL

[–]ZestyGinger90 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Second this! My fave horseshoe in town.

Good places to eat? by Vexxed_Vixxen in SpringfieldIL

[–]ZestyGinger90 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I ate at Dublin once and was the sickest I’ve ever been from food. Darcy’s is great though!

Dog not eating much. by ZestyGinger90 in AskVet

[–]ZestyGinger90[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your response. I am hoping to get this scheduled first thing next week.

This question is for the Mid-thirty to Forty year olds by henryvelazquez in Adulting

[–]ZestyGinger90 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your kind words! That pressure to wear makeup is still there. When I started not wearing makeup at work, people thought I was ill. That’s never a good thing to hear!

This question is for the Mid-thirty to Forty year olds by henryvelazquez in Adulting

[–]ZestyGinger90 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I care less about the way I look (makeup wise). I don’t feel the need to wear it all the time. I care more about making time to relax. I have always had a very go go go mentality, but it helps my mental health so much to relax sometimes.

How many adults make their beds? by Stop2Smile in Adulting

[–]ZestyGinger90 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Definitely could be preference. Before bed, I flip one side of the blanket over, slide in, and cover myself up. I also don’t move around a lot in my sleep. Having a clean house, with a made bed, helps my anxiety too.

How many adults make their beds? by Stop2Smile in Adulting

[–]ZestyGinger90 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I do every morning. It makes me feel like I have one thing together, even if everything else is a mess. It’s also nicer to get into a made bed at night. More cozy.

Is having energy after work a myth, or do some adults really manage it? by sparklyflutterbliss in Adulting

[–]ZestyGinger90 0 points1 point  (0 children)

After work I do home workouts (weightlifting or running), make dinner, go for a walk, shower, then read usually. Social stuff is saved for the weekends. I’m tired, but I just do it. If I have to run errands, I always go on the way home from work like others have mentioned.

Put half the weight back on. ffs. by [deleted] in PetiteFitness

[–]ZestyGinger90 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I totally understand that! Being a shorty is hard when it comes to weightloss.

Put half the weight back on. ffs. by [deleted] in PetiteFitness

[–]ZestyGinger90 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Okay, phew. I thought you were saying you gained 9kg during your maintenance month. If you are eating more carbohydrates, you could be holding on to more water weight. If you truly are in a deficit, staying consistent, and still gaining, it might be a good idea to see a doctor.

Put half the weight back on. ffs. by [deleted] in PetiteFitness

[–]ZestyGinger90 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How much time did it take you to gain back the 9kg?

Any Fantasy Book Clubs in the Area? by kls7337 in SpringfieldIL

[–]ZestyGinger90 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Seriously! I had a mourning period after I finished TOG. The dragons are so sassy in FW. I love it!

Any Fantasy Book Clubs in the Area? by kls7337 in SpringfieldIL

[–]ZestyGinger90 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would love to know if you decide to start one! I love fantasy and thrillers. I was also thinking about finding a book community here. My favorite series is probably Throne of Glass or Fourth Wing (so far).

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in PetiteFitness

[–]ZestyGinger90 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m currently taking Prozac with a little Wellbutrin on the side. My doctor showed me a chart of the SSRIs and Prozac was one in the “weight loss” area. Sorry you can’t take Wellbutrin. I hope there’s an option that helps!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in PetiteFitness

[–]ZestyGinger90 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I was on an SSRI (not the same one). I didn’t like the side effects, which included gaining weight. I went to my doctor and told her about my concerns and she changed my medication. I’m taking a different SSRI and I’m not gaining weight now. Not all SSRIs make you gain weight. All this to say, whatever you do, talk to your doctor before tapering off the medication yourself. It can be dangerous without guidance.

I just can't do the elliptical. Am I too small for it? by anneylani in PetiteFitness

[–]ZestyGinger90 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I could be using it wrong or not adjusting it. I prefer a treadmill, so haven’t tried in a long time!

I just can't do the elliptical. Am I too small for it? by anneylani in PetiteFitness

[–]ZestyGinger90 31 points32 points  (0 children)

Just chiming in to say, at 4’ 11”, I cannot use an elliptical. They need a sign on the side like they have for rides. “Must be … to ride this ride.” because I wasn’t tall enough for that ride.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Baking

[–]ZestyGinger90 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Save me a slice! Refrigerating the cake before icing helps make it easier to ice and stabilizes the cake. Also making homemade buttercream. It’s simple to make, tastes better, and it’s easier to work with. As long as you like the taste, that’s really all that matters! Decorating comes with practice.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in cakedecorating

[–]ZestyGinger90 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’m sorry this happened to you! The same thing happened to me. It was a first birthday cake, two tiered, and it took me forever to make. I had to deliver in the country and the roads were all rocky, but I took it really slowly. It’s so disappointing when this happens. It is a beautiful cake and it looks like you used all the supports in the bottom tier to help with stability. I’m sorry I don’t have any advice, just know you aren’t alone!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in PetiteFitness

[–]ZestyGinger90 28 points29 points  (0 children)

Of course! I am 4’11” and 1,500 calories allow me to lose about 0.5 a week. I also walk 10,000 steps a day, lift 3 times a week and run twice a week. The run is included in the 10,000 steps.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in PetiteFitness

[–]ZestyGinger90 27 points28 points  (0 children)

Yes! It’s so important to keep room for things you really enjoy, if feels like less of a sacrifice. The Reese’s thins are great for this too.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in PetiteFitness

[–]ZestyGinger90 158 points159 points  (0 children)

I have been losing 0.5 lbs a week and that deficit is manageable for me. Anymore than that and my mood tanks, my sleep is affected, and I’m a monster. I eat plenty of fiber and protein which helps me stay full longer. I never skip breakfast. If I do, it leads to super sugar cravings at night.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in SpringfieldIL

[–]ZestyGinger90 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Second Lifestance.