"12 Weeks Weightloss Challenge" All Welcome

Minamize

Hi i would like to join
Name:Minnie
Age:54
Height 5'2
Start Weight:146
Goal Weight:129

28th Jul:146
4th Aug
11th Aug
18th Aug
25th Aug

1st Sep
8th Sep
15th Sep
22nd Sep
29th Sep

6th Oct
13th Oct

mhlong2015

Name: Michelle
Age: 45
Height: 5'5

Start Weight: 215.3
Goal Weight: 150
Goal Weight: 197.3 (for the challenge)

July 27th: 215.3
July 31st:

August 7th:
August 14th:
August 21st:
August 28th:

September 5th:
September 12th:
September 19th:
September 26th:
October 5th:
October 12th:
October 19th:

Goal - 1.5 lbs per week!
Starting a little late, but I'm doing this!

Jessie_021

I'm in!
Name: Jessie_021
Age:23
Height:5'1

Start Weight (28th July):131
Goal Weight (14th October):120

28th July:131
4th Aug
11th Aug
18th Aug
25th Aug

1st Sep
8th Sep
15th Sep
22nd Sep
29th Sep

6th Oct
13th Oct

Weight goal for this week: 1.5lbs per week
Weight lost/gained this week: none

Louz163

Update 28 July

Name: Laura
Age:27
Height:5'7

Start Weight (29th June):171
Goal Weight (14th Sept ): 151

29th June:171
6th July: 169
13th July: 167
20th July: 166
27th July: 165
3rd August:
7th August:
17th August:
24th August:
31st August:
7th of Sept:
14th of Sept:

Weight goal for this week: 2 pounds

Currently lost 59 pounds since the 2nd of January

izzy214

That's great Laura. Did you tell me that you are on carb cycling?

dlm4mom

How do you join this?

izzy214

Diet Sabotage

Science suggests that the less you sleep, the hungrier you'll feel. There are two "hunger hormones" -- ghrelin, which increases your appetite; and leptin, which suppresses your appetite. When you don't get enough sleep, your body produces more ghrelin... which means you’re gonna feel hungrier." HG

Vicki685

Name: Vicki
age: 34
Height: 5'3

Start Weight: July 29 - 189
Goal Weight: Oct 21 - 171

July 29: 189

I'd love to join in with this, perfet timing as my doctor has told me I have 12 weeks to lose some weight. I'm aiming for 1.5lb a week on average.

indaynidodong

Count me in!!
Name: Lanie
Age:35
Height:5'1

Start Weight (28th July):204
Goal Weight (14th October):180

29th July:204
5th Aug
12th Aug
19th Aug
26th Aug

2nd Sep
9th Sep
16th Sep
23nd Sep
30th Sep

7th Oct
14th Oct
21st Oct

Weight goal for this week: 2lbs per week
Weight lost/gained this week: none

clsheffield1109

Name- Cheryl
Age- 52
Height- 5' 3"
Start Weight( 6/30)- 153
Goal Weight (9/15)- 140

June 30th 153
July 7th- 153 Too many indulgences and not enough activity. I will keep trying.
July 14th- 152.7 I had a better week. Slow and steady is my favorite pace.
July 21st- 153.1. I really need to focus on exercising more.
July 28th- 153.4 I got more exercise, but no progress. Getting discouraged.
August 4th
August 11th
August 18th
August 25th
September 1st
September 8th
September 15th



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annemmr

Name: Anne
Age:38
Height:5'7

Start Weight (July 15):185.8
Goal Weight (7 Oct ): 160

22 July:182.3
29 July: 181.5
5 August:
12 August:
19 August:
26 August:
2 Sept:
9 Sept:
16 Sept:
23 Sept:
30 Sept:
7 Oct:

I will take it! Anything above 1/2 a week loss is greatness.

izzy214

Cheryl & Ann
Do not get discouraged. If you are exercising more, eating less and still not losing. Take a look at your calorie count. Good chances are that you are not eating enough. You should be 1200-1500 calories a day. If you eat to little. your body will hold onto the fat and refuse to lose. Also be sure that you are drinking enough water and getting plenty of sleep. Slow and steady wins the race. Keep going, you can do this.

fourterrys

Hang in there Cheryl! Just make sure you are logging everything that goes into your mouth and keep up with the exercising. It will happen. One week you'll drop a couple pounds all at once. Your body is adjusting to the changes and it may take time for the weight loss to happen. Maybe there are non-scale victories happening????

Louz163

izzy214 wrote: »

That's great Laura. Did you tell me that you are on carb cycling?

No im not, im just watching what i eat, dont follow a plan & exercise

izzy214

Weight-Loss Plateau

"Has the same number been popping up on the scale week after week? Don't be discouraged — that's common. A weight-loss plateau eventually happens to most people trying to lose weight, even if you continue with the same exercise routine and healthy-eating habits. Reassess your habits and get moving in the right direction with regular strength training. Building lean muscle mass will help you lose weight and control your body fat. Why? As you increase lean muscle mass, your body burns calories more efficiently.

Rev up your workout. Increase the amount of time you exercise by an additional 15 to 30 minutes. You might also try increasing the intensity of your exercise if you feel that's possible. Additional exercise will cause you to burn more calories. Also Focus on your weight-loss victories, and recognize that plateaus are just part of the journey. Continue your healthy eating and exercise habits, knowing that will help you sustain success and keep that scale moving."MC

izzy214

Hey, what happened to everybody yesterday. The first time sense the challenge started that no one posted or joined. Wow!

izzy214

Change Your Mood

"Researchers found that people who ate junk food were 51 percent more likely to show signs of depression, And the more junk food they ate, the more likely they were to be depressed. That sheds some light on the emotional eating cycle many fall culprit to — finding solace in a bag of chips or carton of ice cream when we are sad or stressed out. Next time a low mood triggers cravings for an unhealthy binge, swap the junk for chocolate. "It's likely to satisfy your craving for something sweet and make you feel good at the same time." EH

izzy214

Ok, got in an hour walk=2 miles the route I choose this morning. I will try for another 2 to 3 miles tonight.
Now to do as well with meals.

allison9991

I will join too! I am a little late to this one..

Name: Allison
Age: 23
Height: 5'5

Start Weight (Aug 1): 166
Goal Weight (7 Oct ): 150

8 August:
15 August:
22 August:
29 August:
5 Sept:
12 Sept:
19 Sept:
26 Sept:
3 Oct:
10 Oct:
17 Oct:
24 Oct:

Weight goal for this week: 1.5 pounds
Weight lost/gained this week:

ziehm1am

I'm in

Name: Aaron
Age: 25 (as of yesterday)
Height: 6'-0"

Start Weight (Aug 1): 260
Goal Weight (7 Oct ): 220

8 August:
15 August:
22 August:
29 August:
5 Sept:
12 Sept:
19 Sept:
26 Sept:
3 Oct:
10 Oct:
17 Oct:
24 Oct:

Weight goal for this week: 2+ pounds
Weight lost/gained this week:

izzy214

Welcome Newbies, Glad to have you. You are never to late, just jump in and enjoy your journey.
Post at least once a week to check in with progress and anytime you have anything you would like to add.

ljschou

Name: Lynda
Age:43
Height:5'7

Start Weight (July 20):158
Goal Weight (7 Oct ): 148

20th July:158
27th July:157
3rd August:
7th August:
17th August:
24th August:
31st August:
7th of Sept:
14th of Sept:

Weekly goal is to lose 1 lb per week.

ljschou

izzy214 wrote: »

Change Your Mood

"Researchers found that people who ate junk food were 51 percent more likely to show signs of depression, And the more junk food they ate, the more likely they were to be depressed. That sheds some light on the emotional eating cycle many fall culprit to — finding solace in a bag of chips or carton of ice cream when we are sad or stressed out. Next time a low mood triggers cravings for an unhealthy binge, swap the junk for chocolate. "It's likely to satisfy your craving for something sweet and make you feel good at the same time." EH

Yay! I just ate a piece of dark chocolate because I was feeling tired

izzy214

Selective About The Foods We Eat

After age 30, our metabolism begins to gradually decline, which means we have to be even more selective about the foods we eat. There’s less room for empty calories from sugary drinks, desserts, and snacks, and greater demand for foods with a high nutrient-to-calorie ratio. At the same time, many people develop a greater appreciation for healthy eating as they age, and they’re on the hunt for multitasking foods that can help lower blood pressure and cholesterol and protect against diseases like type 2 diabetes.

Eating a variety of whole foods really is the key to a healthy diet. Powerhouse ingredients like beans and leafy greens supply much-needed vitamins and minerals and help the body stay metabolically fit, making them terrific everyday staples.

izzy214

Good Morning Everyone
Its the weekend again and I am sure for some of us that means struggling with our food choices. In todays society
it seems everything revolves around food. We can not escape it, its constantly on tv, the web, apps etc. No matter what we are doing, it is being drilled into our minds and we are not aware of it. Its like we are all being brain washed and walk around thinking about our next meal. Well, that's why it is so important to plan a head and have on hand healthy snacks and check out menus before we go out to eat. That way you will be informed ahead of time and can make healthier choices and stay ahead of the game. Be sure to take a snack along when out and about to keep you from being tempted and overly hungry. Oh, don't forget to drink plenty of water.
Enjoy your weekend and stay healthy.

1214sarah

Name: Sarah
Age:34
Height:5'2

Start Weight (July 19):178.2
Goal Weight (7 Oct ): 155

July 19th: 178.2
July 26th: 173.4
August 2nd: 172.6

Weight loss slowed a bit this week. Back from vacation so hopefully I will get back on track!
Weekly goal is to lose 2 lbs a week.

fourterrys

Name: Lydia
Start Weight: 215
Goal (for challenge): 199

7/11: 215
7/18: 212
7/25: 212
8/2: 209.5

Had a great week coming back from a non-losing week! Lots of exercise and MUCH better food choices this week!

Goal for next week: 2 lbs

Good luck everyone!

izzy214

Good job ladies!

buxbert

height: 167 cm
age: 43

Starting today:
7 July: 83.4 kg
Start Weight (7th July):83.4 kg
Goal Weight (28 Sept):78 kg

7th July: 83.4
13th July: 83.6
21st July: 82.3
27th July: 81.8
3rd August: 80.8
10th August
17th August
24th August
28th August
16th September
21st September
28th September

Weight loss goal for this week: 0.5 kg
Weight lost/gained this week: - 1 kg

dizzieblondeuk

Weekly weight in:

Height: 5'5'
Starting weight: 13st 5lb (187lb)
12 week goal weight: 12st 2lb (170lb)

06 July: 13st 3lb (185lb)
13 July: 13st 2.5lb (184.5lb)
20 July: 13st 1.5lb (183.5lb)
27 July: 13st (182lb)
3 Aug: 12st 13.5lb (181.5lb)

7 Aug:
10 Aug:
17 Aug:
24 Aug:
31 Aug:

7 Sep:
14 Sep:

Weight loss this week: 0.5lb, with a total weight loss for 5 weeks of 5.5lb. Yet another overindulgent weekend but, unlike last week, I didn't bank any calories to help me, and it's shown in just 0.5lb lost (although I'm happy it's a minus)! I am seeing body shape changes, since I increased my exercise frequency, and added in strength training. I'm now down a dress size from UK size 18 to 16. So, I'm going to take those other victories to balance out the slight disappointment in the scale number. However, seeing the figure sitting under 13 stone for the first time in god knows how long is a small victory in itself!

This week, I'm still aiming for 1.5lb, but I am going to bear in mind those weekend indulgences, and make a concerted effort to bank a lot of my exercise calories this week, as insurance, and see how the figures stack up next Monday.