May 2016 Weight Loss Challenge

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  • Austen_17
    Austen_17 Posts: 4 Member
    Name: Austen (female)
    Age: 21
    Height: 170cm (5'6)

    Start Weight (May 1): 86kg (189.6lbs)
    Goal Weight (June 1): 79.9kg (176.1lbs)

    Weigh-ins (week of...):

    May 1: 86kg (189.6lbs)
    May 8: 85.6kg (188.7lbs)
    May 15:
    May 22:
    May 29:

    Weight -/+ this week: -0.4kg (0.9lbs)
    Weight -/+ this month:

    Successes/struggles this week: Not a good week for me. Ate a lot of junk food. Pretty much maintained my weight, but that's okay - still have a few weeks left to make it up! Will start my thyroid medication today, hopefully that will give me some more energy too!
  • evivahealth
    evivahealth Posts: 571 Member
    edited May 2016
    Name: Evelyn
    Age: 28
    Height: 161cm

    Start Weight (May 2): 65.4kg
    Goal Weight (June 1): 63.5kg

    Weigh-ins (week of...):

    May 2: 65.4kg
    May 8: 64.6kg
    May 15:
    May 22:
    May 29:

    Weight -/+ this week:-0.8kg
    Weight -/+ this month:

    Successes/struggles this week: I ate pretty well three days out of the last ten. The other days I drank too much, didn't log food, snacked like a crazy person. Putting the loss down to consistency over the last month or so and a bit of dehydration. I'll take it though!
  • ljmus1
    ljmus1 Posts: 29 Member
    Name: LJ
    Age: 28
    Height: 4'11

    Start Weight (May 1): 172
    Goal Weight (June 1): 165

    Weigh-ins (week of...):

    May 2: 172
    May 9: 170.2
    May 16:
    May 23:
    May 30:

    Weight -/+ this week: 1.8
    Weight -/+ this month:


    Successes/struggles this week:
    Food wise was great, I logged everything, had little bits of what I fancied. I bought a fit bit and have been aiming for 10k steps every day, which I managed every day but yesterday. Saturday went for a long walk, over 20k steps that day, and yesterday went "swimming" (ie playing in the water) with my son.

    I struggled with the "failure" of only getting 4k steps yesterday. My mind tried to sabotage me with thoughts like "you've messed everything up now, you might as well eat everything in the house" but managed to dismiss it by talking to my partner and friends about how I felt, and reasoning that I was still tired and a little sore from Saturdays walk, and also that I'd been to the pool and moved around a lot there.
  • samgamgee
    samgamgee Posts: 398 Member
    Name: Sam
    Age: 25
    Height: 5'3"

    Start Weight (May 1): 130 lbs
    Goal Weight (June 1): 128

    Weigh-ins (week of...):

    May 1: 130
    May 8: 129.4
    May 15:
    May 22:
    May 29:

    Weight -/+ this week: - 0.6
    Weight -/+ this month: - 0.6

    Successes/struggles this week: shark week!
  • fidangul
    fidangul Posts: 673 Member
    May Weightloss Challenge 2016

    Name: Fidan
    Age: 29
    Height: 171cm

    Start Weight (May 2): 72.6kg
    Goal Weight (May 30): 71kg

    Weigh-ins (Mondays):

    May 2: 72.6Kg
    May 9: 73.2kg
    May 16:
    May 23:
    May 30:

    Weight -/+ this week: +0.6kg
    Weight -/+ this month:+0.6kg

    Successes:
    - reached 10,000+ steps 5 times this week. Was very active in general. And even did some strength exercises.
    - Completed week 3 of my 30 day abs challenge.

    struggles:
    - Went out for my sister's birthday and wasn't in the MFP zone at all, so just logged that meal as a 1200 quick add.
    - Gained weight but My muscles are still aching from the weights so hope it's only a fluctuation.
  • 118kimberly
    118kimberly Posts: 4 Member
    Name: Kim
    Age: 42
    Height: 5'3"

    Start Weight (May 1): 151.2
    Goal Weight (June 1): 145

    Weigh-ins (week of...):

    May 1: 151.2
    May 8: 148.2
    May 15:
    May 22:
    May 29:

    Weight -/+ this week: -3
    Weight -/+ this month:

    Successes: I did a good job tracking during the week and I had some great workouts.

    Struggles this week: I didn't track at all this weekend, and there were definitely a few nights that I snacked.

    Keep up the good work, everyone!
  • Breezie68
    Breezie68 Posts: 49 Member
    Name: Breezie
    Age: 33
    Height: 5'5

    Start Weight (May 1): 212.5
    Goal Weight (June 1):199

    Weigh-ins (week of...):

    May 1: 212.5
    May 9: 209.7
    May 16:
    May 23:
    May 30:

    Weight -/+ this week: 2.8
    Weight -/+ this month: 2.8

    Successes/struggles this week: between hitting protein goals and water, I need help
  • LittleOakTree
    LittleOakTree Posts: 54 Member
    Name: Aliina
    Age: 53
    Height: 4'11"

    Start Weight (May 1): 123.2
    Goal Weight (June 1): 115

    May 1: 123.2
    May 8: 122.8
    May 15:
    May 22:
    May 29:

    Weight -/+ this week: 0.4
    Weight -/+ this month: 0.4

    Successes/struggles this week:
    Was doing so good but lost motivation on weekend. Brother in Tom Winnipeg. Dinner out. Also I wish my guy Tony wasn't such a good cook. Causes me to eat more than I need cause it just tastes so good. But my motivation is back. Going to have a good week. Wishing everyone well this week. May we be healthy.
  • MrsKGrady
    MrsKGrady Posts: 276 Member
    Name: Kirsten
    Age: 39
    Height: 5'4

    Start Weight (May 1): 230.8
    Goal Weight (June 1): 226

    Weigh-ins (week of...):

    May 1: 230.8
    May 8: 229.6
    May 15:
    May 22:
    May 29:

    Weight -/+ this week: -1.2
    Weight -/+ this month: -1.2

    Successes/struggles this week: I'm calling this week a great success. While my nutrition wasn't perfect, it was better. I ran my training schedule. I did some strength training on May 1 and plan to do another day of ST on Thursday. I feel stronger, faster, and healthier than I have in a long time. This week, my goal is to keep following my training schedule, get one day of ST in, and to really think before i eat.

  • Lazuliz
    Lazuliz Posts: 44 Member
    Name: Jess
    Age: 30
    Height: 5'3

    Start Weight (May 1): 122
    Goal Weight (June 1): 120

    I very happily have 2 weekend trips and my future-in-laws are coming to stay with us for a week this month. I'm hoping to not *gain* any weight with all the fun I'll be having!

    Weigh-ins (week of...):

    May 1: 122
    May 8: 122
    May 15:
    May 22:
    May 29:

    Weight -/+ this week: 0
    Weight -/+ this month:

    Successes/struggles this week: I'm surprised! After 4 days of sun and fun with friends in Florida, I did not put on any weight. Whew.. Maybe my body really needed a break, I was exercising a lot before I left. 3 days until my future-in-laws arrive! They're on a diet, so that might make things a littler easier. :)
  • LuckyAndi
    LuckyAndi Posts: 203 Member
    Name: LuckyAndi
    Age: 29
    Height: 5'5"

    Start Weight (May 1): 174.5
    Goal Weight (June 1): 172

    Weigh-ins (week of...):

    May 1: 174.5
    May 8: 174.5
    May 15:
    May 22:
    May 29:

    Weight -/+ this week: -0
    Weight -/+ this month: -0

    Successes/struggles this week: This week has been full of food struggles. I've tried to log everything, but we went out to eat too often, and I think not being 100% accurate on my calories has caused me to come to this standstill. I did much better this weekend, cooked more at home, and knew exactly what I was eating. Another thing has been my exercise calories from FitBit. I've tried to not eat them all back, but it's hard seeing that number and knowing you have a pint of your new favorite ice cream in the freezer.

    Next week HAS to be better. I'm losing motivation.
  • yoashisme
    yoashisme Posts: 48 Member
    Name: ashley
    Age: 27
    Height: 5'1

    Start Weight (May 1): 198
    Goal Weight (June 1): 170

    May 1: 198
    May 8: 195
    May 15:
    May 22:
    May 29:

    Weight -/+ this week: -3
    Weight -/+ this month: -3

    Successes/Struggles this week: stuggles are still weekend, no using app or watching what I eat.
  • cadpro78
    cadpro78 Posts: 125 Member
    edited May 2016
    Name: Tim
    Age: 37
    Height: 6'-0" (72")

    Start Weight (May 1): 230
    Goal Weight (June 1): 221
    Ultimate Goal Weight: 185

    Weigh-ins (week of...):

    May 1: 230
    May 8: 226.8
    May 15:
    May 22:
    May 29:

    Weight -/+ this week: -4.2
    Weight -/+ this month: -4.2

    Successes/struggles this week: Just trying to eat more protein before my workout as I am getting winded 3/4 of the way through.
  • cadpro78
    cadpro78 Posts: 125 Member
    yoashisme wrote: »
    Name: ashley
    Age: 27
    Height: 5'1

    Start Weight (May 1): 198
    Goal Weight (June 1): 170

    May 1: 198
    May 8: 195
    May 15:
    May 22:
    May 29:

    Weight -/+ this week: -3
    Weight -/+ this month: -3

    Successes/Struggles this week: stuggles are still weekend, no using app or watching what I eat.

    But, you have been losing the weight, that's good. :smile:
  • cadpro78
    cadpro78 Posts: 125 Member
    lislisa123 wrote: »
    Name: Lisa
    Age: 31
    Height: 5'9"

    Start Weight (May 1): 300lbs
    Goal Weight (June 1): 295lbs

    May 1: 300lbs
    May 6: 301.6lbs
    May 13 :
    May 20 :
    May 27:
    May 31:

    Weight -/+ this week: + 1.6lbs
    Weight -/+ this month: +1.6lbs :neutral:


    Successes/struggles this week: I was hoping to lose this week but nope. ugh!

    Hang in there Lisa! Come back strong this week!
  • cadpro78
    cadpro78 Posts: 125 Member
    Name: Heather
    Age: 39
    Height: 5'8

    Start Weight (May 1): 204.4
    Goal Weight (June 1): 199

    Weigh-ins (week of...):

    May 1: 204.4
    May 8: 205.8
    May 15:
    May 22:
    May 29:

    Weight -/+ this week: +1.4
    Weight -/+ this month: +1.4

    Successes/struggles this week: unfortunately I gained this week. I was doing well with my eating all week and did 5 workouts. Friday I was very tired which seems to be a big trigger for me. I also was having trouble breathing and had to use my inhaler which makes me jittery. The combination was really bad and resulted in horrible cravings. I over ate enough to undo all my progress & add a little extra. If anyone has suggestions on how to deal with this, I welcome any help.

    It seems like you're working out enough... sorry about the inhaler situation. I had an inhaler for many years with my asthma as a kid. Sometimes when you winded you have to sit down and breathe and then get back out there. :wink: About the cravings, did you MFP food diary to help you out? Or maybe clean out your entire cabinets of all the junky foods? Keep on chugging though.
  • alishadawn
    alishadawn Posts: 9 Member
    Name: Allie
    Age:28
    Height: 5'4"

    Start Weight (May 1): 175
    Goal Weight (June 1): 169 - updated a new goal (was 172)

    Weigh-ins (week of...):

    May 1: 175
    May 8: 172.4
    May 15:
    May 22:
    May 29:

    Weight -/+ this week: - 2.6
    Weight -/+ this month: - 2.6

    Successes/struggles this week: Success was nutrition! Struggle was hydration. It's hard to remember to drink water as I hate warm water. I hope to increase my workouts this week as I am done all of my exams!! I Have updated a new goal weight for the month as I dropped a couple pounds already!
  • philly3047
    philly3047 Posts: 116 Member
    Name: CeCE
    Age: 30
    Height: 5'5

    SW:(Starting weight) 182
    CW:(Current weight)168
    GW:(Goal weight for this month) 160

    Weigh in dates:
    05/01 Sat: 168
    05/07 Sat: 167.2
    05/14 Sat:
    05/21 Sat:
    05/28 Sat:
    05/31 Sat:


    Weight -/+ this week: - 0.8
    Weight -/+ this month: - 0.8

    This week was HARD. I celebrated Mothers day 3 days in a row so Restaurants and eating bad were my best friend. I'm happy I lost something but I really have a personal goals to loose a little more than 5 pds this month. If I get closer to 160 by the end of the month I'll b happy
  • huffdaddy3
    huffdaddy3 Posts: 13 Member
    edited May 2016
    Huff
    age: 39
    height: 5'8

    Start :277
    Goal :267
    * weigh in on mondays
    May2:277
    may9:273.8 (down 3.2lbs)
    May 16:
    May 23:
    May 30:

    Success/struggles this week: reducing alcohol consumption, not eating late
  • Dekuu
    Dekuu Posts: 2 Member
    Name: Mari
    Age: 23
    Height: 64"

    Start Weight (May 1): 132.4 lb
    Goal Weight (June 1): 129 lb

    Weigh-ins (week of...):

    May 1: 132.4 lb
    May 8: 131.8 lb
    May 15: -
    May 22: -
    May 29: -

    Weight -/+ this week: -0.6 lb
    Weight -/+ this month: -0.6 lb

    Successes/struggles this week:
    I stuck to 1200calories most days, minus my cheat day of 1500cals. I also had quite a bit of sugar while on the road, but I kept it within my calorie goals and things seemed to work out~ c:
  • krazgrl
    krazgrl Posts: 86 Member
    Name: Kasey
    Age: 33
    Height: 5' 6.5"

    Original Weight (September 1, 2015): 225
    Interim Weight (October 1, 2015): 207.4
    Interim Weight (November 1, 2015): 198
    Interim Weight (December 1, 2015): 188.4
    Interim Weight (January 1, 2016): 177.4
    Interim Weight (February 1, 2016): 174
    Interim Weight (March 1, 2016): 169.8
    Interim Weight (April 1, 2016): 164.2

    Start Weight (May 1): 162
    Goal Weight (May 29): 155
    Ultimate Goal Weight: 145

    Weigh-ins (week of...):

    May 1: 162
    May 8:163.4
    May 15:
    May 22:
    May 29:

    Weight -/+ this week: +1.4
    Weight -/+ this month:+1.4

    Successes/struggles this week: Some of my friends threw me a bridal shower on Saturday where I splurged quite a bit. I also have been feeling a little less motivated over the last few weeks. I think it's stress related and I just want to shut down. Trying to remind myself that the extra effort is worth it, even if I'm dead tired!
  • JenHul
    JenHul Posts: 389 Member
    Name:Jen
    Age: 41
    Height: 148 cm (4'10)

    Start Weight (May 1): 154.9
    Goal Weight (June 1): 150

    Weigh-ins (week of...):

    May 1: 154.9
    May 8: 156
    May 15:
    May 22:
    May 29:
    Gained this week :(
  • kels587
    kels587 Posts: 2 Member
    Name:Kelly
    Age:28
    Height:168cm

    Start Weight (May 1): 73.5kg
    Goal Weight (June 1): 69kg

    Weigh-ins (week of...):

    May 1: 73.5g
    May 8: 72.2kg
    May 15:
    May 22:
    May 29:

    Weight -/+ this week: -1.3kgs
    Weight -/+ this month:

    Successes/struggles this week: good start off for me. Working hard at the gym mist nights and trying nest to make healthy decisions with my food.
  • ndemarcs
    ndemarcs Posts: 3 Member
    Name:Nikki
    Age: 31
    Height: 5" 8'

    Start Weight (May 1): 230 lbs
    Goal Weight (June 1):220 lbd

    Weigh-ins (week of...):

    May 1: 230
    May 8:230
    May 15:
    May 22:
    May 29:

    Weight -/+ this week: -
    Weight -/+ this month: -

    Successes/struggles this week: Week of conferences went well! My hope was to lose but I'm very happy that I didn't gain! Now I am back home and can be in control of my food choices so hopefully I'll see some progress!

  • ashorey87
    ashorey87 Posts: 173 Member
    Name: Ann
    Age: 28
    Height: 5'5"

    Start Weight (May 1): 183.0lbs
    Goal Weight (June 1): 175.00

    Weigh-ins (week of...):

    May 1: 183.0 lbs
    May 8: 180.2 lbs
    May 15:
    May 22:
    May 29:

    Weight -/+ this week: -2.8 lbs
    Weight -/+ this month: -2.8 lbs

    Successes/struggles this week:
    Struggle: FOOD. Mother's day snacks.... cinnamon buns. I ate two. Oops. Oh and ice cream.
    Success: Repeated a 10km hike I did last fall, and shaved off 11 minutes from my time. Consistent in the gym.
  • BruceKuykendall
    BruceKuykendall Posts: 1 Member
    Name: Bruce
    Age: 48
    Height: 6'1"

    Start Weight (May 1): (Weigh in are on Fridays - so 4/29) 215.4 1bs.
    Goal Weight (June 1): 206 1bs.

    Weigh-ins (week of...):

    May 1: 213.6 lbs
    May 8:
    May 15:
    May 22:
    May 29:

    Weight -/+ this week: -1.8 lbs
    Weight -/+ this month:

    Successes/struggles this week: 5k time of 47 minutes
  • Toribeth23
    Toribeth23 Posts: 53 Member
    Yay I was looking for this thread! Glad I finally found it, I'll add my info from the beginning of the month to catch up...

    Name: Tori
    Age: 26
    Height: 5'6"

    Start Weight (May 1): 195 lbs
    Goal Weight (June 1): 190 lbs
    Future Goal Weight: 160 lbs
    Ultimate Goal Weight: ????

    Weigh-ins:
    May 1: 195.0 lbs
    May 8: 194.1 lbs
    May 15:
    May 22:
    May 29:

    Weight -/+ this week: -0.9 lb
    Weight -/+ this month: -0.9 lb

    Note: So, I will be using my "weigh in" weight as the trend weight from the tracking app Libra. I weigh myself every day, but my fluctuations are (and have always been) super ridiculous, so I really can't trust my actual "weigh in" weight from the 8th- 192.3 - when my weight just this morning was 195 again! For me using the trend weight from the app, which uses averages and takes fluctuations into account, seems way more honest, and that is what I look at to calculate true loss for myself.

    Successes/struggles this week:
    Mostly struggles, sadly. My husband travels a lot for work, and last week he came home from a 3 week trip. During the 3 weeks he was away I actually did really really well. I ate a lot of healthy foods that he doesn't like (cauliflower, sweet potatoes, zucchini! Yum!) and had small meals. I used my free time to do YouTube workouts, instead of lounging. But when he came home I had a much harder time sticking to it. Between wanting to spend time with him as much as possible, cooking more "filling" dinners, and also getting together with our friends on weekends, I definitely let myself slip. But he's gone again now for 10 days, so I have a chance to get back on track...

    On a good note though, I just purchased myself a FitBit for my birthday coming up! I have been eyeing them up for a long time, and after last week's loss of accountability I can definitely see it as an awesome tool to keep myself motivated! I can't wait to get it!
  • medicablasto
    medicablasto Posts: 37 Member
    edited May 2016
    Name: Elvira
    Age: 28
    Height:5'3"

    Start Weight (May 1): 155.9 lbs
    Goal Weight (June 1): 144 lbs

    May 1: 155.9 lbs
    May 8: 156.8 Lbs
    May 15:
    May 22:
    May 29:

    Weight -/+ this week: + 0.9 Lb
    Weight -/+ this month: +0.9 Lb

    Successes/struggles this week: I gain some weigh this past week, I`ll do better this week.
  • NatiaGonitellie
    NatiaGonitellie Posts: 355 Member
    Name: N
    Age: 49
    Height: 5' 5"

    Start Weight (May 1): 232
    Goal Weight (June 1): 226

    Weigh-ins (week of...):

    May 1: 232
    May 8: 230
    May 15:
    May 22:
    May 29:

    Weight -/+ this week:
    Weight -/+ this month:

    Successes/struggles this week: