"12 Weeks Weightloss Challenge" All Welcome

smiphette

Age: 43
Height: 5' 5"
Starting weight: 164 lb (Jan 16)
12 week goal: -5% (155.8)

1/16/16: 164
1/23/16: 163
1/30/16: 160.5
2/06/16: 160
2/13/16: 157.5
2/20/16: 157.5
2/26/16: 157
3/05/16: 155

joongriff

Ok, I'm in.
Age :67
5'6
3/5 SW. 206.8
3/5 CW 206.8
GW 170

3/5. 206.8
3/12
3/19
3/26
4/2
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4/16
4/23
4/30

mjlife

I think a challenge is just what I need to get motivated.
Age: 46
Height 5'7"
SW 207
12 week Goal: 24 lbs (183 lbs)
Goal Weight 140

3/5: 207 4/16:
3/12: 4/23:
3/19: 4/30:
3/26: 5/7:
4/2: 5/14:
4/9: 5/21:
4/16: 5/28:

fourterrys

Thanks Terri. I know that. But it's just the doing it every day that's the problem. I've been on mfp for a year and have lost over 50 lbs. I'm really proud of myself for that! But.... I'll be perfect for like 5 days, then not so much for a couple. I'm not gaining (which is a plus) but I'm not losing either. I know what worked for me to get here. It's just having the willpower to keep it going. I'm hoping as the weather breaks and the with time change so I can walk after work things will start moving for me again. This thread is great-checking in every week, but I know it's really an internal motivation that I need to succeed.

izzy214

Getting The Weight Off

Getting the weight off—and keeping it off—is a slow process. Watching the number on a scale can be depressing. Plus if you're focused on losing a set number of pounds in a specific amount of time, missing that goal can be very disappointing. Losing weight should be a secondary benefit to your overall health gains—not your primary goal. The steeper the mountain, the more difficult the first step is. And if you're carrying a lot of extra weight, taking that first step toward a healthier lifestyle can be especially daunting. With that being said, by setting the bar too high, you're setting yourself up for failure. Start by setting modest goals and avoid the pitfalls of burnout or the debilitating repercussions of missing your targets.

izzy214

It's a great morning, I have lost 3.7 pounds sense Friday and I am back to the gym. wahooo!

ziehm1am

Congrats on the big loss izzy!

Name: Aaron
Age: 25
Height: 6' 0"
Highest weight: 270 lbs
Starting weight: 234.6 lbs
Goal weight in 12 weeks: 210 lbs
Goal weight: 180 lbs

2/22/16: 234.6
2/29/16: 230.4
3/07/16: 228.4
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Not near as good as last week, but I will take the loss!

MelanieUP

Congrats Izzy! Feels good to get back into the rhythm of things doesn't it?

sinnybri

Name: Sinéad
Age: 27
Highest weight: 15st 2lb (14st 7lb starting MFP)
CW: 12st 8lb (176)
12 week weight goal: 11st 1lb (155) (21lb loss)
Weight in every Monday.
Week 1:12st 7lb
Week 2: 12st 6lb
Week 3: 12st 5lb
Week 4: 12st
Week 5: 11st 13lb
Week 6: 11st 13lb
Week 7: 12st
Week 8: 11st 13lb
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loss this week: 1lb
Total loss: 9lb

Starting stronger steroids tomorrow and the nurse told me I will gain weight on them. All hope of making my goal is lost at this stage I'm just hoping I can prevent a massive weight gain. I know my health has to be priority but i have worked hard to get down over 3 stone and if I start gaining again I'd be heart broken. Have found it hard enough on the lower dose steroids to keep my weight down but then I haven't been well enough to work out either.

CharmingPassion

CharmingPassion wrote: »

Age: 35
Current Weight: 247 lbs
Goal Weight: 180 lbs
1/7: 247
1/14: 245
1/21: 241
1/28: 237.7
2/4: 237.7 (like literally nothing changed, wtf.... aaah)
2/11: 235.5 (yeah we are doing this, woot. 3 more pounds to hit the 15 mark!!)
2/18: 235.5 (nothing changed, but I was in bed down for two days an din and out of town. Should be better next week)
2/25: 231.9 (total weight loss so far is 15.1 lbs. WOOT!!))
3/3: 230.8 (okay getting there. Not as much as I wanted but I'll take the pound)
3/9: 229.5 (only 2.5 more pounds to drop in 2 weeks to make 20. I got this)
Week 11:
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Goal for the end of the 12 weeks: Not to give up. lol. Lets see 12 weeks... Goal... At least 15 lbs.

My 12 week challenge is almost over, but I liked it so much am going to start another one after these next two weeks are over. If you guys need a motivator count me in and add me. We got this together.

TerriRichardson112

@izzy214 Well done! It's quite right what you say about the weight not being your primary goal. My primary goal has always been to improve my health and fitness. I have a mountain of energy since I lost the weight, so I'm very happy!

12 Week Weight Loss Challenge

Original Start weight: 220lbs (Mar 2014)
Goal weight: 140 lbs

Week 4 weight goal: 162
Week 8 weight goal: 158
Week 12 weight goal: 154

Weigh in on Friday each week

Start: 01/01: 166
Week 1: 08/01: 164
Week 2: 15/01: 163
Week 3: 22/01: 161
Week 4: 29/01: 163
Week 5: 05/02: 166 On holiday in Austria for a week!
Week 6: 12/02: 165 on holiday 4 days in Rome! Walked everywhere so could indulge a little.
Week 7: 19/02: 164
Week 8: 26/02: 161
Week 9: 04/03: 159
Week 10: 11/03: 159

0 lbs lost this week! But I have lost another 3.5" overall!
7 lbs lost since 1/1/2016
5 lbs to reach my target and only 2 weeks to go but I will restart after that!

dalielahdawn

On track! Woohoo!

Michelle
Age: 31
Height: 5' 6"
Highest weight: 278 lbs
Current weight: 221 lbs
Goal weight in 12 weeks: 199 lbs
Goal weight: 143-147lbs

Starting 1/14/16: 221
1/21/16: 218
1/28/16: 217
2/04/16: 217
2/11/16: 215
2/18/16: 213
2/25/16: 211
3/03/16: 209
3/10/16: 206
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Goal for 04/07/2016 (12 weeks): 199

carosheppard2

Starting my 12 weeks today! !!!
SW 152 lbs

MelanieUP

Challenge
Name: Melly
Age: 31
Height: 5' 9"
HW: 238
CW: 180
GW: 155

1/18/16: 180
1/25/16: 181
2/05/16: 179
2/12/16: 174.2
2/19/16: 173.4
2/26/16: 173
3/04/16: 171.6
3/11/16: 168.6
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Goal for 4/15/2016 (12 weeks): 160
I'm a day early in weighing in, but going to Disney this weekend so figured I'd get it out of the way. So happy to be down another 3 pounds!

iggy211

Age: 33
Height: 5' 5
Highest weight: 202
Current weight: 185.2
Goal weight:140-149lbs

1/29/16: 185.2
2/5/16: 182.2
2/11/16:179.6 (it is my birthday )
2/19/16: 179.6 :-(
2/26/16: 177.6
3/4/16: 175.4
3/11/16: 175.6
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Goal for 4/22/16 (12 weeks): 168
Feeling a little defeated. Working out 4-6/week for an hour and keeping calories in check. Hoping next week is a better week.

summeroflove99

Age: 43
Height: 5' 3
Current weight: 8st 7lbs
Goal weight: 7st 10lbs

12.3.16: 8st 7lbs
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I have lost 15lbs since the beginning of January. 11lbs more to go to reach my (pre children) goal weight. I have a small frame so it's a weight that suits me although it's quite low! So glad to join this challenge so I can rock my bikini this summer

kay_norton

I'm in!

Name: Kay
Age: 22
Height: 5'3"
Current weight: 161 lbs
Goal weight: 125 lbs

March 12, 2016: 161 lbs
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I am getting my certification for personal training in May, I want to look my best when I get out of college so that clients will want to hire me!

If anyone has any questions about weight/resistance training or working out in general please message me! I can help

smiphette

Age: 43
Height: 5' 5"
Starting weight: 164 lb (Jan 16)
12 week goal: -5% (155.8)

1/16/16: 164
1/23/16: 163
1/30/16: 160.5
2/06/16: 160
2/13/16: 157.5
2/20/16: 157.5
2/26/16: 157
3/05/16: 155
3/12/16: 154.5

ziehm1am

Name: Aaron
Age: 25
Height: 6' 0"
Highest weight: 270 lbs
Starting weight: 234.6 lbs
Goal weight in 12 weeks: 210 lbs
Goal weight: 180 lbs

2/22/16: 234.6
2/29/16: 230.4
3/07/16: 228.4
3/14/16: 225.6
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Not the best but I'll most certainly take it! I went to the Red Wings game on Thursday so that killed the diet a little for the week. I'm getting married Friday so it might be another rough weekend, but I'm going to focus on healthy.

sinnybri

Name: Sinéad
Age: 27
Highest weight: 15st 2lb (14st 7lb starting MFP)
CW: 12st 8lb (176)
12 week weight goal: 11st 1lb (155) (21lb loss)
Weight in every Monday.
Week 1:12st 7lb
Week 2: 12st 6lb
Week 3: 12st 5lb
Week 4: 12st
Week 5: 11st 13lb
Week 6: 11st 13lb
Week 7: 12st
Week 8: 11st 13lb
Week 9: 11st 13lb
Week10:
Week 11:
Week 12:

loss this week: 0
Total loss: 9lb

This is really frustrating but managing not to gain on steroids is at least something to be happy about. I have so much energy the last few days and I'm putting it to good use. This is just a little stall on my road to success. Considering my consultant told me I would definitely gain I'm happy enough to be controlling that.

TCamp72

I'll join in! Who couldn't use a little motivation?!

Name: Tracy
Age: 44
Height: 5' 2"
Highest weight: 236 lbs (1/4/2016)
Starting weight: 223.5 lbs
Goal weight in 12 weeks: 205 lbs
Goal weight: 150 lbs

3/14/16:223.5
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justrying2015

5 Mar 274
13 Mar 274

reveerie

I'm in too! Starting a new job on June 6th. Want to feel light and energetic.

Name: reveerie
Age: 35
Height: 5'4"
Current weight: 145 lbs
Goal weight: 125 lbs

March 14, 2016: 145 lbs
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DonnyTurtle

Definitely looking for some motivation to help me get back on track. After living in the city and becoming a girl in the suburbs for the last few years my fitness routines have taken a turn...

I am in on this challenge!

Name: Donny
Age: 29
Height: 5' 6"
Starting weight: 164 lbs
Goal weight: 140 lbs

3/14/16:164 lbs
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the_great_unknown

Name: Sib
Age: 38, almost 39
Height: 5' 4"
Highest weight 310.6 (2005/2006)
Starting weight: 213.6 lbs
Goal weight: 165 lbs

3/21/16: 213.6
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izzy214

Welcome Newbies! Great to have you. We are you to help inspire you and get you through the rough pots along your journey. Just reach out and post regularly.

Thanks
Izzy

izzy214

Get a mantra

You’ve heard of a self-fulfilling prophecy? If you keep focusing on things you can’t do, like resisting junk food or getting out the door for a daily walk, chances are you won’t do them. Instead (whether you believe it or not) repeat positive thoughts to yourself. “I can lose weight.” “I will get out for my walk today.” “I know I can resist the pastry cart after dinner.” Repeat these phrases and before too long, they will become true for you.

doccarroll

izzy214 wrote: »

Getting The Weight Off

Getting the weight off—and keeping it off—is a slow process. Watching the number on a scale can be depressing. Plus if you're focused on losing a set number of pounds in a specific amount of time, missing that goal can be very disappointing. Losing weight should be a secondary benefit to your overall health gains—not your primary goal. The steeper the mountain, the more difficult the first step is. And if you're carrying a lot of extra weight, taking that first step toward a healthier lifestyle can be especially daunting. With that being said, by setting the bar too high, you're setting yourself up for failure. Start by setting modest goals and avoid the pitfalls of burnout or the debilitating repercussions of missing your targets.

Motivational!

doccarroll

I'm weighing in on the challenge!

Name: Marion
Age: 56
Height: 6.0
Highest weight 240 lbs
Starting weight: 238 lbs
Goal weight: 200 lbs

izzy214

Welcome Marion! Thanks for joining the challenge and we are here to help you reach your goal. Stay focused and keep moving forward. Its great to see new faces taking the challenge.