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Re: Wanted to say Hello
Hi Cindi, I am John from Pennsylvania and my journey started in 2019. At 58 I realized that I needed to start thinking of my health during my retirement year, I called it retirement plan B. I was about 70 lbs over my target weight and not very active. I started out joining a gym and just walking on a treadmill for about 3 months. I started cutting certain foods out of my daily meals. I trained my mind to not focus on the end goal but to set smaller short term goals for my weight loss. I started logging my weight daily and very quickly learned that the scale results are a hate/love relationship. Being a data guy, I would track my loss daily, weekly, monthly and after time I shifted to monitor my weekly weight average loss. That helped me to stay in this fight mentally without the scale discouragement that cause some people to give up. Eventually I started adding weight training. I wasn’t looking for immediate success as I was looking for a lifestyle change, not just weight loss. I didn’t start a diet plan, I used things that worked for others that I felt I could be successful with and maintain. Once I added my fitness pal to count my calories the process ramped up. In 13 months I dropped 60lbs and settled in there for a few years. Fast forward I gained 10lbs and have recently lost 6.5 of them and my target is to lose 13 more to get where I originally wanted to be.
I say all that in hopes that maybe something in this will help you along in your new journey. It is a mental fight that is 100% worth it!
God bless your desire, plans, willpower and outcome!
Re: 100 day Challenge #23 May15.25 – August 22.25
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Re: Just Give Me 10 Days Round 306
Round 306
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MY NAME IS DONNA. I AM 65 YEARS YOUNG & FROM THE MIDWEST USA. I AM APPROX 5’ 5” TALL.
ROUND 262 FOR ME.
💪…..We are fierce and so we fight…..💪
MY STATS:
Highest weight ever (05-10-2016): 253
Original starting weight on MFP: (01-11-2018) 235.0
STARTING WEIGHT / R305 EW= 182.8
R306 EW= TBD
Current New Goals:
Weight:
Short Term Goal: To weigh less at the end of this round than I did at the end of the last round.
Exercise: Move 30 minutes per day rotating activity.
🔜🔜🔜🔜🔜Final goal: 145-155. I’ll know when I get there.
👀👀👀 LOOK AND SEE HOW THE UPS & DOWNS OF MY JOURNEY JUST HELPS ME BE A STRONGER & MORE DETERMINED ME 👀👀👀:
R43 thru R52 (06/07/18 thru 09/23/18) = 19.4 LOST ✅ (Ending weight 179.0)
R53 thru R62 (09/24/18 thru 01/01/19) = 4.1 GAINED ❌ (Ending weight 183.1)
R63 thru R72 (01/02/19 thru 04/11/19) = 8.1 GAINED ❌ (Ending weight 191.2)
R73 thru R82 (04/12/19 thru 07/20/19) = 5.5 GAINED❌ (Ending weight 196.7)
R83 thru R92 (07/21/19 thru 10/28/19) = 8.7 LOST ✅ (Ending weight 188.0)
R93 thru R102 (10/29/19 thru 02/05/20) =2.0 GAINED ❌ (Ending weight 190.0)
R103 thru 112 (02/06/20 thru 05/06/20) = 14.9 GAINED ❌ (Ending Weight 204.9)
R113 thru 122 (05/07/20 thru 08/23/20) = 4.7 GAINED ❌ (Ending Weight 209.6)
R 123 thru R132 (08/24 thru 12/02/20) = 1.5 LOST ✅ (Ending Weight 208.1)
R133 thru R142 (12/03/20 thru 03/01/21) = 0.7 LOST ✅ (Ending Weight 207.4)
R143 thru 152 (03/02/21 thru 06/10/21) = 3.6 LOST ✅ (Ending Weight 203.8)
R153 thru R162 (06/11/21 thru 09/18/21) = 16.2 LOST ✅ (Ending Weight 187.6)
R163 thru R172 (09/19/21 thru 12/27/21) = 5.0 GAINED ❌ (Ending Weight 192.6)
R173 thru R182 (12/28/21 thru 04/06/22) = 7.0 GAINED ❌ (Ending Weight 199.6)
R183 thru R192 (04/07/22 thru 07/15/22) = 1.4 LOST ✅ (Ending Weight 198.2)
R193 thru R202 (07/16/22 thru 10/23/22) = 3.8 GAINED ❌ (Ending Weight 202.0)
R203 thru R212 (10/24/22 thru 01/31/23) = 7.2 LOST ✅ (Ending Weight 194.8)
R213 thru R222 (02/01/23 thru 05/11/23) = 0.5 GAINED ❌ (Ending Weight 195.3)
R223 thru R232 (05/12/23 thru 08/19/23) = 3.4 GAINED ❌ (Ending Weight 198.0)
R233 thru R242 (08/20/23 thru 11/27/23) = 17.6 LOST ✅ (Ending Weight 180.4)
R243 thru R252 (11/28/23 thru 03/06/24) =2.6 LOST ✅ (Ending Weight 177.8)
R253 thru R262 (03/07/24 thru 06/14/24) = 5.8 GAINED ❌ (Ending Weight 183.6)
R263 thru R272 (06/15/24 thru 09/22/24) =10.2 GAINED ❌ (Ending Weight 193.8)
R273 thru R282 (09/23/24 thru 12/31/24) = 1.2 LOST ✅ (Ending Weight 192.6)
R283 thru R292 (01/01/25 thru 04/10/25) = 3.8 GAINED ❌ (Ending Weight 196.4)
R293 thru R302 (04/11/25 thru 07/19/25) = 8.6 LOST ✅ (Ending Weight 187.8 )
R303 (07/20/25 thru 07/29/25) = 2.4 LOST ✅ (Ending Weight 185.4)
R304 (07/30/25 thru 08/08/25) = 0.2 GAINED ❌ (Ending Weight 185.6)
R305 (08/09/25 thru 08/18/25) = 2.8 LOST ✅ (Ending Weight 182.8)
R306 (08/19/25 thru 08/28/25) = xxxxx (Ending Weight xxxxx)
Day/Weight/Comment
ENDING WEIGHT LAST ROUND 182.8
⚓️⚓️⚓️⚓️⚓️08/19-184.4 ❌ - (Trend Weight: 184.4) Another overnight jump up in weight of 1.6 lbs that makes absolutely no sense. Yesterday calories were 1200 and carbs were 55. Both lower than goal. This is an early weigh-in however because of this morning’s travel to dental appointments. Disappointing! Good luck this round everyone!
08/20-xxxxx (Trend Weight – xxxxx)
08/21-xxxxx- (Trend Weight: xxxxx)
08/22-xxxxx (Trend Weight: xxxxx)
08/23-xxxxx (Trend Weight: xxxxx)
08/24-xxxxx (Trend Weight: xxxxx)
08/25-xxxxx (Trend Weight: xxxxx)
08/26-xxxxx (Trend Weight: xxxxx)
08/27-xxxxx (Trend Weight: xxxxx)
08/28-xxxxx (Trend Weight: xxxxx)
Every healthy habit brings me closer to scratching each of these off to NEVER see them again!
250’s💋-- 240’s🎵-- 230’s🐸-- 220's📘-- 210's-- 200's🎨--
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Re: Anyone tried calorie cycling?
Yeah, I don't calorie count and lost quite a bit of weight (65) by limiting my starchy and sugary carbs and consume mostly animal products so basically lower carb which as indicated supported the hormonal balance that for the vast majority of people that bring our satiety hormones back into balance, basically the hunger is pretty much non existent and where most people lose weight after converting from a mostly standard American diet pretty easily.
Anyway they're have been times, more than once over the course of the last dozen years where I would gain weight and I generally keep my weight around the 180-185. Once during that flu that went around the world I gained about 25 lbs and was pushing 210 and know, just through my general research into nutrition the 5:2 intermittent fasting was something that I thought might work, and it did.
Basically you eat as normal 5 days and then for 2 days you reduce calories to around 500 and with lean proteins and lots of veg which helped keeping me feeling full and satisfied, which is also advised, so yeah 500 calories of pastries and processed foods will not work as well. Also the 2 days shouldn't be consecutive, for obvious reasons and I made mine around busy week days and not weekends when I have more time on my hands, just thought I'd mention that.
If for those five days your consuming a diet that's pretty much a standard American diet it's going to be harder on you for those 2 days but anyway what happens on those 2 days eating this way with mostly protein and veg, insulin levels drop considerably which also translates into steady blood sugar levels with very little up and down and it increases HGH (human growth hormone) that is protective for lean muscle along with increases in adrenaline when consuming those few calories actually increases our metabolism which is basically the natural response to perceived energy scarcity.
I've now done the 5:2 on 3 separate occasions but that first one was basically the data I needed to keep it in the rotation. It took me about 4 weeks to lose that 25 lbs and then I just go back to my normal low carb diet, probably 5 to 7 lbs was water weight. Works for me, maybe try that but so some research because it will explain a lot of question you probably might have.
Re: Anyone tried calorie cycling?
I guess I’m so used to the iOS app format that the other looks cluttered and confusing.
Our brain becomes accustomed to familiarity. 🤷🏻♀️
Re: Women 200lb+, Let's Shine On In August!!!
Hi all,
It's been a long time since I've posted. I'm so glad I found you again! In the past 3 yrs, I've had 2 total knee replacements- am happy I did it. Unfortunately, my husband passed away 4 yrs ago, so now I handle the bills, house maintenance, etc.; no children or grandkids, altho my older brother doesn't live too far away. So here's my info:
Age: 74
PW: 280
Current weight: 232
Goal weight: 180
I started to use the weight equipment at the senior center. And I'm getting out more, but taking one day at a time. Used Wegovy for one month- lost 4 lbs. Yikes. Insurance won't pay for anything else. But that's ok, I need to do this myself. Good to see some familiar names. I wish all of you healthy days ahead. 😊
Re: WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR AUGUST 2025
Machka- My thoughts mirrored. I couldn't always do the whole "grandparents expectation". I work 6 days a week and have a blend DH. My girls finally figured that out. Tracey needs to get a support system as Rosemarie said. I texted my 22yo GD yesterday and told her I needed a GD hug. She was at shop in 10 mins to give me a wonderful hug.
Allie- YOU are number one priority. YOU didn't choose to get ill. Continue to care for yourself.
My morning view
Have a blessed day!
Hoping migraine goes away....too much eating out plus weather changes.
💕💋
Kylia in Ohio
kymarai
Re: WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR AUGUST 2025
Hello, lovely ladies.
Rosemarie, did you enjoy "The Women" by Kristen Hannah, too? That book was deep, and I cried, and I mean boo hood. I had to stop reading it at work because my co-workers laughed at me when I cried over a book. You booked your trip! I am so excited for you!
Tracey, DH was the pastor of Open Door Church for 18 years, but he stepped down. His views are too liberal for the conference. Also, he was tired. He also had a full-time job then. The Church would pay him, and he would sign the check back over to the Church. We agreed that we wanted the money used toward the Church's needs and to support our members.
Lisa is correct with her advice, Lanette ;). Drink Plenty of water to flush your kidneys. Now, about your other parts, weren't you attracting flirtatious men, or was it Carol? I am going to keep my eye on you.;)
Lisa, this exercise thing is like a rollercoaster ride. Something in our body slows us down. See what is going on with your frequent episodes of vertigo. Do you have an ear infection? It could be anything. I was hoping the new medicine they prescribed would help. Did it at least slow it down?
Michelle, Who is Tucker? Maybe when you go out to see your DS, you can take PJ to the park and have ice cream.
Heather, I love your painting and your cabinet. I wanted to order one, but it looks too challenging to put together. The abstract painting that Eddie had done could have been hung at the Art Institute in Chicago. She is pretty talented and intelligent.
Debbie, I have a bad feeling about the friend who is getting close to your mom, too. You may need to accompany your mom to her appointments.
Beth, a Belated Happy Anniversary! How long have you been married?
Flea, I am so glad that you are having a great time.
Annie, it is so great to hear from you regularly. You sound so upbeat.
Kylia, I love those pictures, they are so pretty.
Well, I saw my therapist and told him that I have been spending my money on the kids in the hospital and that I needed to slow down on that. I see so many things they can use.
Well, I'd better go now. I will post tomorrow. Take care, everyone.
XO,
Mo in Mississippi
Re: WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR AUGUST 2025
Debbie - I hope the fridge is an easy and inexpensive fix.
Lisa - that is the Epley maneuver I’ve tried before.
Allie - how disrespectful of Tracy. I don’t know if I wouldn’t go call her out on that right away.There is a lot on Threads and such about today’s grandparents not doing as much. They don’t realize that they are having kids later, we are still working or aren’t as healthy, sometimes have ill parents were taking care of nevermind that none of it is our responsibility anyway. I am so sorry she is treating you this way. You do so much for them and she just abuses you.
I read through but didn’t take a lot of notes tonight.
I was chatting and looking repeatedly on FB for some news in our province.
The town I’m from had an 84 year old go missing last Saturday. He was found alive yesterday and is expected to be fine. Sometimes miracles do happen.
Tracey in Edmonton
Re: 🌻 Just Give Me One Month - August 2025 ☀️
Heaviest Weight: 221 | First Goal Weight: 199 | Ultimate Goal Weight: 140
Starting weight: May: 212.6 | Jun: 210.9 | Jul: 211.9 | Aug: 208.2
Aug 1: 208.2
Aug 2: 207.2
Aug 3: 208.6
Aug 4: 208.6
Aug 5: 208.4
Aug 6: 208.3
Aug 7: 208.9
Aug 8: 207.9
Aug 9: 207.0
Aug 10: 209.2
Aug 11: 209.2
Aug 12: 209.2
Aug 13: 209.1
Aug 14: 208.8
Aug 15: 209.2
Aug 18: Not recording that number
I've been quiet, but tracking for the past week. I had a really tough week. While I did not eat fast food, or cave to junk, I had larger meals last week as my energy was depleted — in fact I slept most of Saturday. I'm still not 100%. I weighed myself this morning and walked away. There's no way that's accurate and I refuse to accept the number displayed. So I choose to wait until tomorrow to see what the scale tells me.
Welcome to the group, scott2france! Happy to have another person joining us.
HappyDonkey75 I'm really sorry to hear your workplace is being unethical. I too have experienced this in past roles and it's demoralizing and unfair. The way I've dealt with this is to start making plans for getting out — at least the act of putting together a plan, and taking tiny steps toward it, can be your defiance in this situation. I am sorry you're dealing with this - it shouldn't be allowed to happen.
