"12 Weeks Weightloss Challenge" All Welcome
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Weightloss......vs......Excuses
If making excuses is one of your barriers to successful long term weight loss, adopting some of the tips below
will help you on your way to becoming the healthier and happier person you know you can be.
All of us make excuses from time to time. The most common reasons that we make excuses not to do things, like exercise regularly to lose weight, include:
No time
•Look at what you are actually spending your time on and eliminate unnecessary or unimportant things from your schedule.
Too many other priorities.
•Change your priorities and let everyone around you know what they are.
•Remind yourself how important your weight loss goal is to your health and happiness.
My problem is hormonal.
•Exercise and good nutrition can help counteract the effects of and may sometimes even help stabilize hormones.
I'm too old.
•You're never too old to benefit from healthier living, just be sure to see your doctor first before starting an exercise program and take it easy to begin with.
It was my birthday, anniversary or holiday.
•Stop with the excuses and use common sense when an event comes up! Plan a head and enjoy the occasion without wrecking your diet. You don't have to eat everything and anything or over do the alcohol, and you don't have to have more than one celebration. In other words, don't let one day event turn into a weekend or week event.
I'll start tomorrow.
•Be honest with yourself.
•Just do it today!
If making excuses is one of your barriers to successful long term weight loss I hope the information provided above will help you overcome this detrimental habit and help you on your way to becoming a happier, healthier you. Be committed to your self and to your health and remember that age has nothing to do with most diseases cause by over weight and unhealthy life style. WLC0 -
Name: Aaron
Age: 25
Height: 6'-0"
Start Weight (20th July):270
Goal Weight (11th October):230
27th July: 260.2
3rd Aug: 256.0
10th Aug: 252.4
17th Aug: 247.6
24th Aug: 245.0
31st Aug:
7th Sep:
14th Sep:
21st Sep:
28th Sep:
4th Oct:
11th Oct:
Goal weight loss for this week: 3 pounds
Weight loss so far: 25 pounds
Had a bad sodium week so I'm just retaining a lot of water! Hope to see better results next week!0 -
Good Morning Everyone
Congratulations to all who lost weight this past week and for those who are frustrated and can't seem to lose.
Be honest with yourself and look back at your journals, what can you improve on and how bad do you really want to lose.
I am constantly struggling with the same issues that all of you struggle with and I do get frustrated too when the scale shows little to no loss. Yes I do feel like giving up at times, but I come to my senses and realize I did not gain all this weight over night. I know it is coming off slow, but is coming.
weight loss this week- .25 Again! But I will take it.
Have a great day0 -
I just completed a challenge a few weeks ago and hope it's alright to jump in here.
12 Week Weight Loss Challenge
20 July to 12 Oct 2015
Name: Terri
Age: 69
Height: 5'2"
Start weight: 177lbs
Week 4 weight goal: 174lbs
Week 8 weight goal: 171 lbs
Week 12 weight goal: 168 lbs
Weigh in on Monday each week
Start: 20/07: 177
Week 1: 27/07: 176
Week 2: 03/08: 175
Week 3: 10/08: 174
Week 4: 17/08: 174
Week 5: 24/08: 173
Week 6: 31/08:
Week 7: 7/09:
Week 8: 14/09:
Week 9: 21/09:
Week 10: 28/09:
Week 11: 5/10:
Week 12: 12/10
Weight loss/gain this week: -1
Weight loss so far: -30 -
Name: Cindy
Age: 27
Height:5'7"
Start Weight (7th July):193.6
Goal Weight (14th Sept):175
7th July: 193.6
13th July: 190.0
20nd July: 187.4
27th July:189.0
3rd August: 183.2
10th August:
17th August:
25th August: 180.8
31st August:
7th Sept:
14th Sept:
21st Sept:
Weight goal for this week: 2 lbs
Weight lost/gained this week: -2
Back on track. Started a new diet (not starving myself. just eating lots of healthy food), hopefully it will help a little.0 -
everyone is doing well and seeing progress. I am proud of all of you, way to go0
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Name: Vicki
29 Jul SW: 189lb
21 Oct GW: 171lb
26 Aug CW: 186.25
Weight lost this week: 2
finally a loss, probably something to do with being a bit more conscientious with eating and moving a bit more!0 -
Keep Moving
Based on some new research, it sounds like the amount of time spent on the couch or in a chair may indeed increase your risk of developing heart disease, obesity, diabetes, cancer and even early death. Marc Hamilton, a leading researcher on inactivity physiology, suggests that sitting is "the new smoking." James Levine, a Mayo Clinic endocrinologist and researcher, says obese people sit on average two-and-a-half hours more every day than thinner people. When you sit for long periods of time, your body goes into "storage mode" and can even make your bottom bigger. We move 90 percent less than our ancestors did 100 years ago. Sitting in front of the TV isn't the only health concern. Any prolonged sitting, such as behind a desk or behind the wheel, can be harmful.
The solution is less sitting and more overall activity. Some suggestions for while you're working include using a standing desk or one designed to be used with a treadmill and holding walking meetings with colleagues. Other, less intrusive options could include taking frequent standing breaks, stretching or walking for a bit every 90 minutes, standing while talking on the phone and taking the stairs.
The bottom line is: keep moving. MC
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ok walked 3.25 this morning and had a busy day. I am still under 1200 calories and I ate healthy but a little more than normal. I just need to figure out my right calories needed for the day and stay at a healthy amount.0
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The 3 C's of Weight Loss
Commitment
Be committed to your health and to your goals, stay focused on long term results.
Consistency
Every day you must be Consistent in exercise and develop a routine.
Control
Be patient, plan ahead, control your portions and emotions. Don't get carried away with a moment over indulging
in alcohol or food.
The results of any journey depends on the road you choose and how fast you get there.0 -
Name: Melissa
Age:29
Height:5'5
Start Weight (July 7, 2015): 164.7lb 32.2% Body Fat
Goal Weight (September 29, 2015): 150lb
Difference: 14.7lb
July 14: 160.2lb 31.4% Body Fat
July 21: 160.4lb 31.4% Body Fat
July 28: 160.1lb 31.4% Body Fat
Aug 4: 159.9lb 31.4% Body Fat
Aug 13: 157.4lb 30.9% Body Fat
Aug 19 157.4lb 31.0% Body Fat
Aug 27 157.1lb 30.8% Body Fat
Weight lost/gained this week: -03lbs and -0.2% Body Fat
Total Weigh Lost/Gained: -7.6lbs and -1.4% Body Fat
So excited to see a loss!!! I weighed in on Monday and had gained almost 4lbs from my birthday weekend overeating. I kicked it into gear and have been working my butt off and got my eating back on track. My goal was to just break even or at least come close to last week. My goal for next week is 2lbs.0 -
So great to see everyone succeeding! Slow and steady and we'll all get there!!!!0
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The Spare Tire: The spare tire is one of the easier belly types to deal with since it’s generated mostly from eating the wrong food and being inactive. The wrong foods are usually sugary foods that spike the blood sugar levels, create cravings and rapidly transition into stored fat.
Solution: Avoid white breads, pastas and cakes and try a sugar detox for a few days. Start walking after dinner, taking the stairs and incorporating beginner workouts to your routine.SM
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Update:
NAME: SJ
AGE:29
HEIGHT:5'6"
START: JULY 8- 235 LB
NOW: AUG 28- 221 LB
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Name: Sara
Age: 21
Height: 5'2.5''
sw: 180
cw:160.2
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Hello Everyone
Its a beautiful day, get outside and enjoy your weekend. I got up early and walked 3.5 miles in 1 hour. I am a little slow this morning, it usually takes me about 55 minutes. I had a protein shake for breakfast and I plan to have the same for lunch. Family is coming over for a cookout and I want to enjoy having my meal, so I am saving my calories.
Well I hope everyone had a great day. 0 -
Losing Weight is Not Easy
Losing weight is not easy, and whoever tells you differently is lying. It takes commitment, hard work, and, for many, a complete lifestyle makeover. Losing weight boils down to simple math. To lose one pound weekly, burn or cut out 3,500 calories in the course of seven days. That breaks down to 500 calories per day. It's difficult to cut out that many by dieting alone, especially for someone who loves to eat. The most effective approach is this combo: each day, cut out 250 calories from your diet and burn 250 through exercise. Choose to either cut out one 250-calorie item such as a serving of ice cream, or omit a few small things that add up to 250 calories a day.
It's also important not to exceed your recommended daily calorie intake.
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Name: Meghan
Age: 32
Height: 5'5"
Start Weight (7/11): 259.4
Goal Weight (10/3): 235
First weigh in 7/11 259.4
7/18 255
7/25 254.4
8/3 251
8/8 249.4
8/15 249.0
8/22 246.4
8/30 243.4
Loss this week: 3 lbs
Overall weight loss: 16 lbs
Continued taking classes at the gym every day this week and haven't eaten back my workout calories. I cut sugar out but there are moments almost every day when I just want a brownie or ice cream and so far haven't fallen for them because I don't trust myself to stay within my calories once I get sugar in my system (yes, I'm that much of a sugar addict
. My gym is closed this week due to cleaning/painting and I've been stressing about it. I'm planning on taking long walks and bike rides. 0 -
Name: Jennifer
Age:36
Height:5'5
Start Weight (29th June):216.2
Goal Weight (14th Sept): 199
29th June:216.2
6th July:214.8
13th July:211.7
20nd July:209.6
27th July: 208.2
3rd August: 206.0
10th August: 204.7
17th August: 205.2
24th August: 203.4
30th August: 201.0
Weight goal for this week: 2
Weight lost/gained this week: 2.4
Weight lost to date: 15.2 lbs
Had a feel good week this week. Felt good about the choices I made but mostly about the amount of activity I accomplished. Had to be up at 5 to go for a walk but it gave me so much more energy and also motivated me to eat well because who wants to get up that early for nothing?! Hope for another week like that0 -
Hey id love to join in!
I'm Ashley, 32
5'7ish
Start Weight (Aug 31st): 170
Goal Weight (Nov 23rd): 140
Looking forward to this! I read somewhere one day, that - it takes 4 weeks for you to notice, 8 weeks for a friend to notice, and 12 weeks for the world to notice. (Your body changing after starting to be healthy and exercise). This is so true!! So just give it 12 weeks!! I'm so excited to start!! I've been going a couple of days already but I'll start from today. Good luck to all and please shoot me a friend request! I'd love the motivational support as I'm sure you would too!0 -
Plan Your Workout
Some of us (Not ME) just aren’t morning people. It’s not easy being motivated when you’re half asleep. This is why you should do everything you can the night before to make getting ready for your workout easier. Set aside everything you’ll need (shorts, sports bra, shirt, socks, shoes, iPod, head phones, gym card, etc.) and put it all in one place for the morning. I even go as far as filling up my water bottle and storing it in the fridge the night before. You might even consider sleeping in your gym clothes. "LL"
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Good morning all! Guess I'll be the first one to post results this week.
I am so stoked about a personal non-scale victory I achieved last night & wanted to share with you all:
I've been walking just about every night this month, and last night my map my walk app told me I broke the 100 mile mark for this month. When I started walking in June I never dreamt I could do this. But I did, and if I can do it everybody can! And if you're not a morning person (like me) then work out at night. I have a walking buddy and we hold each other accountable every evening.
These are my stats for this week:
Age:38
Height:5'10
Start Weight (29th June):284
Goal Weight (14th Sept): 249
29th June:284
6th July: 282
13th July: 278
20nd July: 273
27th July: 270
3rd August : 265
10th August: 262
17th August: 259
24th August: 258
31st August: 255
7th September:
14th September:
Weight goal for this week: -3 pounds
Weight lost/gained this past week: -3 pounds
Total weight lost since 6/16/2015: 46 pounds
Keep going guys!!!
Have a great week :-)
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Name: Aaron
Age: 25
Height: 6'-0"
Start Weight (20th July):270
Goal Weight (11th October):230
27th July: 260.2
3rd Aug: 256.0
10th Aug: 252.4
17th Aug: 247.6
24th Aug: 245.0
31st Aug: 240.0
7th Sep:
14th Sep:
21st Sep:
28th Sep:
4th Oct:
11th Oct:
Goal weight loss for this week: 3 pounds
Weight loss so far: 30 pounds!0 -
gabriele01 wrote: »Good morning all! Guess I'll be the first one to post results this week.
I am so stoked about a personal non-scale victory I achieved last night & wanted to share with you all:
I've been walking just about every night this month, and last night my map my walk app told me I broke the 100 mile mark for this month. When I started walking in June I never dreamt I could do this. But I did, and if I can do it everybody can! And if you're not a morning person (like me) then work out at night. I have a walking buddy and we hold each other accountable every evening.
These are my stats for this week:
Age:38
Height:5'10
Start Weight (29th June):284
Goal Weight (14th Sept): 249
29th June:284
6th July: 282
13th July: 278
20nd July: 273
27th July: 270
3rd August : 265
10th August: 262
17th August: 259
24th August: 258
31st August: 255
7th September:
14th September:
Weight goal for this week: -3 pounds
Weight lost/gained this past week: -3 pounds
Total weight lost since 6/16/2015: 46 pounds
Keep going guys!!!
Have a great week :-)
Gabi
Congrats on the 100 miles gabriele!0 -
Name: Cindy
Age: 27
Height:5'7"
Start Weight (7th July):193.6
Goal Weight (14th Sept):175
7th July: 193.6
13th July: 190.0
20nd July: 187.4
27th July:189.0
3rd August: 183.2
10th August:
17th August:
25th August: 180.8
31st August: 178.4
7th Sept:
14th Sept:
21st Sept:
Weight goal for this week: 2 lbs
Weight lost/gained this week: -2.40 -
Name: Amy
Age:32
Height:5'7
Start Weight (29th June):140
Goal Weight (14th Sept):128
29th June:140
6th July: 140
13th July: 139
20nd July: 137
27th July: 133.4
3rd Aug: 132.6
10th Aug: 130.6
17th Aug: 131.6 (oops)
24th Aug: 131.4
31st Aug: 129.4
7th Sept:
14th Sept:
Weight goal for this week: -2 pounds
Weight lost/gained this week: - 2 lb
YAY!! I finally made progress!0 -
Happy Monday Everyone!!!!
It's great to see so many successes this week! Congratulations to everyone!!!
Starting weight (for challenge): 215
Goal weight (for challenge): 199
7/11: 215
7/18: 212
7/25: 212
8/2: 209.5
8/9: 207.5
8/17: 206
8/24: 205
8/31: 204
Weight loss goal for this week: 2 lbs
Actual weight loss: 1 lb
Goal for next week: 4 walks, -2lbs
I had a tough time getting motivated to MOVE this past week! Only took 1 walk all week- UGH. But knowing this, I was pretty careful with my calories. Glad to see I actually went down a little. I DID take a 3.5 mile walk this morning and plan to do that a few times before the next weigh in. I have 25 days to meet my goal of 199. Even if its an ounce at a time- I WILL GET THERE!!!!!
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TerriRichardson112 wrote: »I just completed a challenge a few weeks ago and hope it's alright to jump in here.
12 Week Weight Loss Challenge
20 July to 12 Oct 2015
Name: Terri
Age: 69
Height: 5'2"
Start weight: 177lbs
Week 4 weight goal: 174lbs
Week 8 weight goal: 171 lbs
Week 12 weight goal: 168 lbs
Weigh in on Monday each week
Start: 20/07: 177
Week 1: 27/07: 176
Week 2: 03/08: 175
Week 3: 10/08: 174
Week 4: 17/08: 174
Week 5: 24/08: 173
Week 6: 31/08: 171
Week 7: 7/09:
Week 8: 14/09:
Week 9: 21/09:
Week 10: 28/09:
Week 11: 5/10:
Week 12: 12/10
Weight loss/gain this week: - 2
Weight loss so far: - 6
@gabriele01 Congratulations for hitting your 100 miles this month.
I got my Serengeti Award on Fitbit on 26th August and it really gave me a boost. I have walked 500 miles since March this year.0 -
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
August 9th: 168.8
August 16th: 167.4
August 23rd: 164.8
August 30th: 163.2
Loss this week: 1.6
Total loss: 15
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Weekly weight in:
Height: 5'5"
Starting weight: 13st 5lb (187lb)
12 week goal weight: 12st 5lb (173lb)
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)
10 Aug: 12st 12lb (180lb)
17 Aug: 12st 12lb (180lb)
24 Aug: 12st 9.8lb (177.8lb)
1 Sep: 12st 8lb (176lb)
7 Sep:
14 Sep:
21 Sep:
Weight loss this week: 1.8lb, with a total weight loss for 9 weeks of 11lb. Another very decent week - I changed my cardio workout significantly. I moved from a load of steady state cardio to HIIT workouts (first day 10 minutes, now I'm up to 15 minutes, and eventually I want to be doing 20-30 minutes for maximum impact). I've also moved into the free weight area of the gym - that was a bit scary, as there's lots of really buff people, and then there's me, huffing and puffing with puny little weights! I've not been doing it long enough to see a result, but fingers crossed!0
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