August 2015 Weight Loss Challenge

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  • olsalt
    olsalt Posts: 52 Member
    edited August 2015

    Name: Dan
    Age: 68
    Height: 6'

    Start Weight (1st August): 223 lbs (101 kgs)
    Goal Weight (1st September): 210 lbs (95.25 kgs)
    Final Goal Weight: 170 lbs

    1st August: 223 lbs (101 kgs)
    8th August: 216.25 lbs (98 kgs)
    15th August: 213.5 lbs (96.8)
    22nd August:
    29th August:
    1st September:

    Weight lost/gained this week: - 2.75lbs (1.25kgs)
    Weight lost/gained this month: - 10.25lbs (4.6 kgs)

    Successes/struggles this week:
    Week 1: Very pleased this week. Blew through my original goal of 217 lbs and adjusted downward to 210 lbs. Long walks, 7-8 miles a day, coupled with a calorie deficit each day did the trick. I don't expect this every week though. Plan to celebrate with a glass of wine tonight!

    Week 2: Not as good as last week but moving in the right direction. Out of town company for a couple of days had an impact for sure. Still walking every day so that helps. Another glass of wine tonight!
  • BKiera13
    BKiera13 Posts: 5 Member
    Name:Kiera
    Age:39
    Height:5'2

    Start weight:124
    Goal weight:114

    1stAugust:124
    8thAugust:120
    15thAugust:117

    Successes: I increased my speed on the bike and I managed to reach my 10 mile target in spite of the heat.
  • Wargi
    Wargi Posts: 14 Member
    edited August 2015
    Name: Melissa
    Age: 18
    Height: 5'3"

    Start Weight (1st August): 129lbs
    Goal Weight (1st September): 124lbs

    1st August: 129.0
    8th August: 127.2
    15th August: 125.8
    22nd August:
    29th August:
    1st September:

    Weight lost/gained this week: -1.4lbs
    Weight lost/gained this month: -3.2lbs

    Successes/struggles this week: I think I'm doing pretty good. I've been at 125.8 since August 10th, and my weight hasn't changed since. But at least I know I'm really at that weight now. I'm really surprised I managed to lose this much since August 1st. :)
  • MrJhonC
    MrJhonC Posts: 13 Member
    edited August 2015
    ame: Jhon
    Age: 21
    Height: 5'9"

    Start Weight (1st August): 238 pounds
    Goal Weight (1st September): 200-210 pounds

    1st August: 238 pounds
    8th August: 233 pounds
    15th August:234 pounds
    22nd August:
    29th August:
    1st September:

    Weight lost/gained this week: +1 pound
    Weight lost/gained this month: -4pounds

    Successes/struggles this week: Unfortunately, i completely bombed my "cheat meal" and it became cheat day for 3days HAHAHAHAHA. Thankfully though I was able to jump back into the bandwagon.
  • vivimigot
    vivimigot Posts: 12 Member
    Name: Eve
    Age:29
    Height: 5'4''

    Start Weight (1st August): 189 lbs
    Goal Weight (1st September): 180 lbs

    1st August: 189 lbs
    8th August: 186.7 lbs
    15th August: 184.5 lbs
    22nd August:
    29th August:
    1st September:

    Weight lost/gained this week: -2.2
    Weight lost/gained this month: -4.5

    Successes/struggles this week: My diet wasn't perfect this week, and I hope that it will change now as control over portion sizes nad clean eating is a key. I managed to run regularly (three times a week) and my new PB for 5k is 43.40 min - a long way to 30 minutes, but I am pleased with improvement.

    Good luck everyone in the second part of August :smiley:
  • lindsaymoran
    lindsaymoran Posts: 4 Member
    Name: Lindsay
    Age:34
    Height: 5'5"

    Start Weight (15th August): 65
    Goal Weight (1st September): 64

    1st August: n/a
    8th August: n/a
    15th August: 65kg - start of challenge for me
    22nd August:
    29th August:
    1st September:

    Weight lost/gained this week: 0
    Weight lost/gained this month: 0

    Successes/struggles this week: I have just discovered this challenge hence I'm joining as a late starter. I have put on 7kgs in the last year and some clothes are no longer fitting me! Because I weigh more my body seems to want me to eat more. I'm feeling less confident about my shape too. So time to start the weight loss challenge!
  • mashrink
    mashrink Posts: 1 Member
    Name: Mahesh
    Age:40
    Height: 5'7"

    Start Weight (15th August): 73 kg
    Goal Weight (1st September): 65 kg

    1st August: n/a
    8th August: n/a
    15th August: 73 kg
    22nd August:
    29th August:
    1st September:

    Success and struggles: logging in to MOD for last 5 days. Diet still breaching daily goal. Need a challenge to sort me out.
  • icck
    icck Posts: 197 Member
    Name: Hayley
    Age: 26
    Height: 5'5

    Start Weight (1st August): 179lb
    Goal Weight (1st September): 174lb

    1st August: 179lb
    8th August: 179lb
    15th August: 178lb
    22nd August:
    29th August:
    1st September:

    Weight lost/gained this week: -1lb
    Weight lost/gained this month: -1lb

    Successes/struggles this week: Another stressful and busy week, so I'm happy.
  • ejb06070
    ejb06070 Posts: 261 Member
    edited August 2015
    Name: Liz
    Age: 22
    Height: 5'2

    Initial Weight (1st March): 270
    Start Weight (1st August): 220.8
    Goal Weight (1st September): 208.8 to 212.8 (for 8 to 12 pounds lost)
    Ultimate Goal Weight (TBD): 135

    1st August: 220.8
    8th August: 219.4
    15th August: 215.8
    22nd August:
    29th August:
    1st September:

    Weight lost/gained this week: -3.6
    Weight lost/gained this month: -5.0

    Successes/struggles this week: I ate all of my calories in one meal on Tuesday (1250 total). I'm getting used to working and skipped breakfast. I skipped lunch because I was behind. When I finished my shift, I had worked for 11 1/2 hours with no food and my commute is an hour round-trip. I stopped at McDonalds on my way home and had a bacon clubhouse burger, a large fry, and a large lemonade. I didn't particularly care for the burger, but I felt like I was going to pass out if I didn't eat something. Will not be going that long without food again.
  • z4dow
    z4dow Posts: 43 Member
    Name: Irene
    Age: 49
    Height: 1.60 m / 5'3"

    Start Weight (1st August): 56.7 kg / 125 lbs
    Goal Weight (1st September): 54.0 kg / 119 lbs

    1st August: 56.7 kg / 125.0 lbs
    8th August: 56.0 kg / 123.5 lbs
    15th August: 55.0 kg / 121.2 lbs
    22nd August:
    29th August:
    1st September:

    Weight lost/gained this week: -1.0 kg / 2.2 lbs
    Weight lost/gained this month: -1.7 kg / 3.8 lbs

    Successes/struggles this week:
    +Walking everyday at least 10.000 steps.
    +My skinny jeans are beginning to fit better again
    -Not enough patient anymore.
  • lovelybe347
    lovelybe347 Posts: 61 Member
    edited August 2015
    Name:stacy
    Age:34
    Height:5'5"

    Start Weight (1st August):281.7
    Goal Weight (1st September):271

    1st August:281.7
    8th August:277.7
    15th August:275.9
    22nd August:
    29th August:
    1st September:

    Weight lost/gained this week:1.8
    Weight lost/gained this month:5.8

    Successes/struggles this week: went over my sodium intake a couple times this week. Only went to the gym once because I injured my self on the treadmill on Monday.
  • lovelybe347
    lovelybe347 Posts: 61 Member
    edited August 2015
    Double post
  • syreina
    syreina Posts: 548 Member
    Thanks for creating this support! It has been a great help! :)

    Name: Syreina
    Age: 25
    Height: 4ft 11in

    Start Weight (1st August): 133.8
    Goal Weight (1st August): 128

    1st August: 133.8
    9th August: 135.2
    16th August: 132.2
    23th August:
    30th August:
    1st September:

    Weight lost/gained this week: -3 lbs
    Weight lost/gained this month: -1.6 lbs

    Successes/struggles this week: I'm really proud of myself for trying to stay in the green: Fat, Carbs, and Sodium. It has really been helping my weight loss and I've added an exercise routine for cardio/strength. :D
  • CrystalArmstrong1
    CrystalArmstrong1 Posts: 59 Member
    CrystalArmstrong1 wrote: »
    CrystalArmstrong1 wrote: »
    Name: Crystal
    Age: 23
    Height: 5'10

    Start Weight (1st August): 293
    Goal Weight (1st September): 280

    1st August: 293
    8th August: 290
    15th August: 289
    22nd August:
    29th August:
    1st September:

    Weight lost/gained this week: 1st - 8th; 3 lbs. 8th-15th; 1lb.
    Weight lost/gained this month:

    Successes/struggles this week: Snacks!

  • Jenkorp72
    Jenkorp72 Posts: 103 Member
    August challenge:

    Name: Jen
    Age: 42
    Height: 5'1"

    Start Weight (1st August): 165.6
    Goal Weight (1st September): 157.6

    1st August: 165.6
    8th August: 163.2
    15th August: 162.8
    22nd August:
    29th August:
    1st September:

    Weight lost/gained this week: -0.4
    Weight lost/gained this month: -2.8

    Successes/struggles this week:
    WEEK ONE: Had a great week! Had family here most of the week so didn't work out everyday. But will be on it hardcore this week!

    WEEK TWO: had a good week. Worked out a few times. I cannot get motivated to workout everyday and I want to change that.

    WEEK THREE: Still not motivated to work out everyday. But it's time I started. I have the week off from work so I'm gonna start making the habit this week. Starting now. Off for a walk!

    WEEK FOUR:
  • katie5467
    katie5467 Posts: 57 Member

    Name: katie
    Age: 28
    Height: 5'5

    Start Weight (10th August): 12 st 13 lbs
    Goal Weight (1st September): 12st

    10 August: 12st 13lbs
    17 August: 12st 6 3/4 lbs
    24 August:
    31 August:

    Weight lost/gained this week: - 6 1/4
    Weight lost/gained this month: - 6 1/4

    Successes/struggles this week: really surprised how much I've lost this week! I think cutting down on all the things I had been eating over my weekends away and holiday and eating more salads fruit and veg has done it. Walking a lot more and it's probably lots of water weight too. But I'm happy! Need to factor in more exercise this week.
    Here's to another good week everyone!
  • yonita90
    yonita90 Posts: 4 Member
    edited August 2015
    Name: Nita
    Age: 25
    Height: 173cm

    Start Weight (1st August): 68,5kg
    Goal Weight (1st September): 64kg

    1st August: 68,5 kg
    8th August: 67,5 kg
    15th August: 68 kg
    22nd August:
    29th August:
    1st September:

    Weight lost/gained this week: 0,5 kg
    Weight lost/gained this month: -0,5 kg

    Successes/struggles this week: My period is coming soon, so idk if I gain weight and feel bloated because of that or just coz I've been eating a lot this week :(
  • chucktaylor78
    chucktaylor78 Posts: 74 Member
    Name: Chuck
    Age: 36
    Height: 6.4

    Start Weight (1st August): 395.4
    Goal Weight (1st September): 380.0

    1st August: 395.4
    8th August: 389.3
    15th August: 383.1
    22nd August:
    29th August:
    1st September:

    Weight lost/gained this week: -6.2
    Weight lost/gained this month:

    Successes/struggles this week: My classes start Monday, so I spent most of the weekend out and about which meant I had to make smart fast food choices.
  • fidangul
    fidangul Posts: 673 Member
    Name: fidan
    Age: 28
    Height: 171cm

    Start Weight (3rd August): 101.8kgs
    Goal Weight (3rd September): 97kgs

    3rd August:101.8
    10th August:101.2
    17th August: 98.5
    24nd August:
    31th August:
    3rd September: (my b-day)

    Weight lost this week: 2.7kg
    Weight lost this month: 3.3kg

    Successes/struggles this week:
    - I focused on drinking at least 8cups of water this week. And I kept to it. So pleased with that.
    - My weight loss for this week is phenomenal. I didn't lose this high since the very beginning of my weighloss.
    - I was unable to do any type of workout as I've injured my lower back and the pain runs down my left leg. So I took extra care with my diet.
    -this week I doubt lose much. I'm still going to try my best

    Well done to everyone!!
  • SeriouslySta
    SeriouslySta Posts: 458 Member
    edited August 2015
    Hey, Guys,
    I'm back in the US, and ready to get back to our challenges!

    Over my 11 1/2 weeks in Europe, I ate All the Things (and drank all the bieres) - and logged everything as best I could. I paid attention to how my body was feeling, and how my clothes fit... I managed to lose over a half-pound per week, without really worrying, at all, about it. (I'm excited, as it gives me great confidence about Maintenance!)

    Half-a-pound shy of a 50-pound loss, I'm now about halfway through my weight-loss journey.
    (I still find it hilarious that only one person outside my immediate family had noticed I've lost some weight!)

    Anywhoooo, here it is:

    Name: Elizabeth
    Age: 50 (!)
    Height: 5' 7 1/2"

    Start Weight (15th August): 205
    Goal Weight (1st September): 202.5


    15th August: 205
    22nd August:
    29th August:
    1st September:

    Weight lost/gained this week:
    Weight lost/gained this month:

    Successes/struggles this week:

    It's been hot here, the few days I've been back - and Jet Lag is kicking my you-know-what - but I am excited to get going, to make each day the best it can be!

    Oh! and, finally, thank you all for the nice birthday wishes, and for continuing to participate in the challenges. This thread is the first thing I read, once I've logged my morning joe: I am eager to celebrate your victories, I feel your pain - and, reading, I know that none of us are alone in the fight.

    Sincerely,
    Elizabeth

  • AmySndrs
    AmySndrs Posts: 1 Member
    Thank you for organizing this challenge! It's just what I was looking for as I get back into MyFitnessPal after too long of a break. I'm starting late with the challenge but hoping to make some progress during the remainder of the month. Here's my info:

    Name: Amy
    Age: 44
    Height: 5'10"

    Start Weight (1st August):
    Goal Weight (1st September): 158

    1st August:
    8th August:
    15th August: (Actually the 17th of August for me) 161
    22nd August:
    29th August:
    1st September:

    Weight lost/gained this week: 1 pound gained
    Weight lost/gained this month:

    Successes/struggles this week: I did a pretty good job of logging my food into a written diary; however, I didn't track calories or make major efforts to decrease my food intake. I increased my activity during lunches during the week, but I only did one real workout at the gym.

    Goals for this week: Work out at the gym 3 times, sign up for a 10k this fall, log food into MFP and try to keep calories at or below the recommended level every day, drink less wine/beer in the evenings, continue walking at lunch.
  • LLduds
    LLduds Posts: 258 Member
    Name: LLduds
    Age: 39
    Height: 5'3"

    Start Weight (3rd August): 153.8 lbs
    Goal Weight (1st September): 148.8 lbs

    3rd August: 153.8 lbs
    10th August: 152.6 lbs
    17th August: 152.6 lbs
    24th August:
    31st August:
    1st September:

    Weight lost/gained this week: 0 lbs
    Weight lost/gained this month: -1.2 lbs

    Successes/struggles this week: Well, I was down another pound...then I went a little crazy on the sodium yesterday. Oh well :) On a happier note, I am nearing completion of my 10K trainer and will be running my first 10K in just under 2 weeks. Half-marathon training starts on 8/24....yikes!!
  • tootchute
    tootchute Posts: 392 Member
    I'm a little late, but better Late than never!!!

    Name: Nicola Becerra
    Age: 35
    Height: 5'3

    Start Weight (17th August):
    Goal Weight (31st August):

    17th August: 254.4
    24th August:
    31st August:

    Weight lost/gained this week:
    Weight lost/gained this month:

    Successes/struggles this week:
  • golgoroo
    golgoroo Posts: 69 Member
    Name: Kim
    Age: 47
    Height: 5' 4"

    Start Weight (1st August): 231
    Goal Weight (1st September):226

    1st August: 231
    8th August:230
    15th August:228
    22nd August:
    29th August:
    1st September:

    Weight lost/gained this week: -2 lbs
    Weight lost/gained this month: -3 lbs

    Successes/struggles this week: I've walked every day this week, even though it's been over 100 degrees! Remembering to update this thread on time is a struggle! :-)
  • tatilove1988
    tatilove1988 Posts: 330 Member
    I haven't posted the August 15 weigh in yet because I think my scale is broken. It tells me that I weigh 161.6, then 159, then 162 (all within few seconds). I don't think I weigh either those numbers. I was bad this week and most likely weigh more than last week (weighed 164.6 last week). Thinking at least 165 this week. I'll weigh at the gym tonight and update here later.
  • Jessalane0607
    Jessalane0607 Posts: 89 Member
    Name: Jess
    Age: 30
    Height: 5'8"

    Start Weight (1st August): 275
    Goal Weight (1st September): 267

    1st August: 275
    8th August:271
    15th August:267.8
    22nd August:
    29th August:
    1st September:

    Weight lost/gained this week:-3.2
    Weight lost/gained this month:-7.2

    Successes/struggles this week: I still have about half the month left, and I've almost hit my goal for this month! When I saw the scale this time I couldn't stop the smile that popped on my face, or the four letter words that followed afterwards. lol I was a little caught off guard!
  • tatilove1988
    tatilove1988 Posts: 330 Member
    tatilove1988 wrote: »
    I haven't posted the August 15 weigh in yet because I think my scale is broken. It tells me that I weigh 161.6, then 159, then 162 (all within few seconds). I don't think I weigh either those numbers. I was bad this week and most likely weigh more than last week (weighed 164.6 last week). Thinking at least 165 this week. I'll weigh at the gym tonight and update here later.

    As I suspected, I didn't lose weight really. I went to the gym tonight, and I weigh 164.5 lbs

    I lose weight very slowly though I workout 5 times per week for 2 hours or more per session.
    Looking to watch what I eat more without necessarily going on a super restrictive diet.

    Name: Tatiana
    Age:26
    Height:5'8

    Start Weight (1st August): 166
    Goal Weight (1st September): 160

    1st August: 167
    3rd August: 166
    8th August: 164.6
    15th August:164.5
    22nd August:
    29th August:
    1st September:

    Weight lost/gained this week: -0.1 lbs
    Weight lost/gained this month: 2.5

    Successes/struggles this week:

    August 15
    This week was a bit of a struggle for me. I did exercize 5 times, but again it's with my nutrition. I'm in the middle of moving and that has affected me a lot. Keeping up with everything else, plus the gym, made it that I'm not eating properly. Even worse than last week. As of tomorrow, I will step up my game.
    August 8
    This week I continued doing everything I was doing. I feel like I haven't eaten particularly well, but the food I ate wasn't unhealthy either. I made some Thai soup yesterday (friday) and ate it that day then the next day. There's a lot of coconut milk in that soup, but I also know that the oil in coconut is healthy (consumer in moderation). I'm still struggling to eat healthy food more often.

    Also felt pain in my hamstrings on Tuesday, so I haven't run since out of precaution. I still do other forms of cardio and strength training. I worked out 4 days straight (mon-thur) took friday off and did some very light exercise today (Saturday). I'm not sure if I will take a full rest day Sunday or an active rest day. We'll see!
  • marinadanielle
    marinadanielle Posts: 127 Member
    Name: Marina
    Age: 22
    Height: 5'4"

    Start Weight (1st August): 193.2
    Goal Weight (31st August): 186.0

    1st August: 193.2
    3rd August: 189.2
    10th August: 189.2
    17th August: 188.2
    24th August:
    31st August:

    Weight lost/gained this week: -1.0
    Weight lost/gained this month: -5.0

    Successes/struggles this week: Yay! Wasn't as big of a jump as I'd hoped, but still very very happy to see the scale go down!
  • farahfutom
    farahfutom Posts: 1 Member
    Hi, I've been on and off on MFP but haven't really been keeping track of my calorie intake as I should. Am feeling really low and need support so I hope this challenge will be just what I need.

    Name: Farah
    Age: 27
    Height: 165cm

    Start Weight (19th August): 77kg
    Goal Weight (1st September): 75kg

    1st August: N/A
    8th August: N/A
    15th August: N/A
    22nd August:
    29th August:
    1st September:

    Weight lost/gained this week:
    Weight lost/gained this month:

    Successes/struggles this week: "Angry" eating a lot of the time after I look at myself in the mirror, especially sideways.
  • LuckyAndi
    LuckyAndi Posts: 203 Member
    Name: LuckyAndi
    Age: 28
    Height: 5' 5"

    Start Weight (1st August): 199
    Goal Weight (1st September): 191

    4th August: 199
    11th August: 197.8
    18th August: 195.3
    25th August:
    1st September:

    Weight lost/gained this week: -2.5
    Weight lost/gained this month: -3.7

    Successes/struggles this week: Struggles this week have been dealing with massive cravings. I've been way over calories twice so far, and I hate it. I think my biggest fault with this is skipping breakfast. I definitely notice a difference in my eating and hunger when I don't have breakfast. I'm hoping to get back on track for the rest of this week.
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