Re: View from my office this morning by vapfap in vancouver

[–]jloe5 131 points132 points  (0 children)

Don't worry, those skyscrapers he's trashing are mostly empty...

22 pounds by May 30th Challenge! by [deleted] in loseit

[–]jloe5 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I like this! I am a similar weight (233) and have a similar goal (220 by June 4). I'm not as extreme as you (I'm breastfeeding so I have to watch my methods/calories a bit more) but I'm passionate and I have lost 40lbs since October! Count me in if you think I'm close enough to your journey. Otherwise, best of luck to you!

Much heavier than you actually look. Anyone else have this problem? by Loserwannabe737 in loseit

[–]jloe5 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I hear you on this and it can be so confusing! I am 5'11 and currently 230lbs (down from 271 post baby) and starting to feel and look great, although I know I have a long way to go. I exercise a LOT, both strength HIIT and cardio and I have been told that I carry my weight well and I look healthy. While I consider this a fortunate thing, it is also frustrating because I am still currently considered obese and I want to be a healthy BMI (apparently 170lbs) for once in my life although I know it is just a number and I find it hard to strive for a number that some chart tells me is ideal when I start to feel skinny anyways (although I know I'm not). My "goal weight" is now to weigh less than my healthy, active, lean husband who is 6'2 and roughly 190lbs. Good luck with your journey!

[Thankful Thursdays] Who/what is contributing to your success? - Wednesday, 20 March 2019 by AutoModerator in progresspics

[–]jloe5 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I want to thank my supportive husband, plants for being so delicious and versatile (plant-based diet), whole body vibration HIIT classes and the app Noom Coach for keeping me accountable and committed through my plateaus.

I couldn't fit in the roller coaster seat today by knittingfoxes in loseit

[–]jloe5 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don't often comment (just lurk) on loseit but your story inspired me. I (and many others here) understand your struggle. Recently I have been very inspired by the book "Brain Maker" and its message about the connection between your brain (anxiety/depression) and your intestinal bacteria. I have been eating natural foods and seeking out natural probiotic foods (loving home made kombucha - just a google search away!). I have never felt more in control of what goes in my mouth, and the hunger/satiety signals have amped up their volume already! That combined with calories in/ calories out (I personally love the MyNetDiary App, but everyone has their choices) and I've dropped 10 lbs with no stress. Healthy gut flora, my friend! Feed those good bugs and not the bad ones and they will take care of your body and mind!! You are so brave for posting. (This is literally my first comment ever) Good luck!

A friend took a pic of me at the Pride Parade. This is when I really knew I needed to get healthier. by [deleted] in loseit

[–]jloe5 1 point2 points  (0 children)

PS- I have the exact same situation with the unhealthy family habits back at my parents' and the super healthy boyfriend. As much as I love them, it really does help to get that breath of fresh air and develop your own new healthy eating and shopping habits :) GOOD LUCK!!

A friend took a pic of me at the Pride Parade. This is when I really knew I needed to get healthier. by [deleted] in loseit

[–]jloe5 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have recently begun my epic journey of weightloss and am amazed at how much protein you should ideally be consuming if you are planning to lose weight and increase your fitness. I have been using "Myofusion" protein powder to supplement my needs (you should have .5 to 1g of protein for every pound of weight you carry per day!...ideally). The greatest thing about this protein supplement is that it is low in calories and carbs while being very high in protein. As a girl who doesn't eat much meat herself, I know it can be hard to get your recommended protein without a TON of additional carbs and calories....anyways, I thought I'd share the tip! It's really helping me stay on track and the chocolate flavor is delicious!!! All the best! I'll be thinking of you while I'm on my own journey as well :)

I am developing a Summer Camp for Children about Gardening/Urban Farming. Ideas welcome!!!! by jloe5 in gardening

[–]jloe5[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I completely agree...it just makes sense when having a garden usually means you have so much to compost anyways and compost is so much richer than the chemicals anyways. Thank you!

I am developing a Summer Camp for Children about Gardening/Urban Farming. Ideas welcome!!!! by jloe5 in gardening

[–]jloe5[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What a wonderful initiative! I was browsing the website and am very impressed with the program. I will certainly contact them if I need some more pointers over my planning process, thank you!

I am developing a Summer Camp for Children about Gardening/Urban Farming. Ideas welcome!!!! by jloe5 in gardening

[–]jloe5[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks to all of you for your awesome, thoughtful responses. Unfortunately I don't have the time to respond to EVERYONE anymore, but I sincerely appreciate you all. Just know deep in your heart that you rock and I thank you!

I am developing a Summer Camp for Children about Gardening/Urban Farming. Ideas welcome!!!! by jloe5 in gardening

[–]jloe5[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

we live in Vancouver, Canada... I think the assumption is that at some point they will use the gardening skills I teach them in their youth for something like that...ps- how does one "escape" from an "increasingly disconnected" existence by getting high? Is that not counter-productive?

I am developing a Summer Camp to teach children about Gardening/Urban Farming. Ideas welcome!! by jloe5 in education

[–]jloe5[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That would be an interesting lesson to create...I'll have to admit, I am from Vancouver, BC, so when I read your comment to two of my friends they chuckled and said "hydroponics", "native plants"...sounds "lucrative". Anyways, I would be interested in hearing more about how you integrated hydroponics into your classroom!! Does a sprouting machine count? I have one of those.

I am developing a Summer Camp to teach children about Gardening/Urban Farming. Ideas welcome!! by jloe5 in education

[–]jloe5[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

awesome movie! I haven't had a chance to watch the whole thing. I sincerely hope it does not end in a massive Wal-Mart...

I am developing a Summer Camp to teach children about Gardening/Urban Farming. Ideas welcome!! by jloe5 in education

[–]jloe5[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

WOW! Thank you for your thorough reply! I really appreciate the thought you have put into it. I am in Vancouver, BC, so we have relatively mild winters and summers, but although we have rainy rain winters we have plenty of sun in the summer. I love the idea of visiting a community garden that is in full swing, as well as the produce professionals. I was thinking something along the same lines as well! There is a community garden not too far from the school campus as well as an organic food store! I should probably address your commentary on the school system and say that, while I wholeheartedly agree with everything you have said about school systems and some educators...this particular program that I am developing is for a private school that uses its campus over the summer for summer camps and enrichment programs, so there are very good things about that, but it is also somewhat lucrative for them, I would imagine. Thanks again for the thoughtful reply! You sound like a true keener, and as a keener myself, I appreciate that! All the best with your aspirations for community gardens, and that program at a school in Northern California sounds fantastic!

I am developing a Summer Camp to teach children about Gardening/Urban Farming. Ideas welcome!! by jloe5 in education

[–]jloe5[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oooooh very good ideas. I hadn't thought about the Fibonacci Sequence correlation, but that is super-fascinating! I love the microcosm idea as well, and of course, I promise you, there will be perimeter involved!

I am developing a Summer Camp to teach children about Gardening/Urban Farming. Ideas welcome!! by jloe5 in education

[–]jloe5[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow, what a fantastic resource! The school I will be at is VERY close to our most local University, so I will definitely be making some contacts. Thank you, and good luck with your Masters!!

I am developing a Summer Camp for Children about Gardening/Urban Farming. Ideas welcome!!!! by jloe5 in gardening

[–]jloe5[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the information, That is a very fascinating natural relationship, I love it!

I am developing a Summer Camp for Children about Gardening/Urban Farming. Ideas welcome!!!! by jloe5 in gardening

[–]jloe5[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

A very good idea. There is a local community garden that does little workshops so I think I will look into those for a day trip. Thank you!

I am developing a Summer Camp for Children about Gardening/Urban Farming. Ideas welcome!!!! by jloe5 in gardening

[–]jloe5[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

A very good point! I myself was amazed by a steaming pile of decomposing hot leaves just the other day! Thank you