Challenge: Lose 20lbs in 10 Weeks. START: Feb 25th & END May 6.

dayle312

Hello.

I am gearing up for the summer during which I am going to be backpacking the Pacific Crest Trail. I have gained about 20 lbs over the past few years and I would really like to lose it before I go on this hike. It will be much easier on my knees and body if I lose the weight before I go. I am flying out May 8th so my goal is to lose 20lbs in the next 10 weeks. That is two pounds a week-- pretty rigorous! Do you want to put in ten goods weeks of exercise, healthy eating, and caring for your body! Please join me. In order to do this, we will all need a community to stand together.

Today, I am excited to begin. I weigh in today at 173 lbs. My goal weight is 153lbs.

I have set MFP to lose two lbs a week, which means that I am eating 1440 calories per day and working out 5 days a week. I am setting my diary to open so that I can share with you and I think that this is a good way for all who accept the challenge to remain accountable.

Do you accept the challenge? What are your stats? Can you take start pictures and post today? What is motivating you to lose weight?

I hope that you will join me in this! I know I need support and people to hold me accountable.

Warmly,
Anna.

Week 0: 2.25.17-- 173 lbs.
Week 1: 3.4.17
Week 2: 3.11.17
Week 3: 3.18.17
Week 4: 3.25.17
Week 5: 4.1.17
Week 6: 4.8.17
Week 7: 4.15.17
Week 8: 4.22.17
Week 9: 4.29.17
Week 10: 5.6.17

dayle312

I have decided that I am going to give myself a weekly treat after weighing for sticking to my plan for that week.
GOAL WEIGHTS for EACH WEEK and WEEKLY TREATS.

Week 1: 171 lbs. Treat: go see the Neruda movie at the local theater by myself.
Week 2: 169 lbs. Treat: visit my friend Brittney and catch up.
Week 3: 167 lbs. Treat: get eye brows waxed.
Week 4: 165 lbs. Treat: take one full day off just for me.
Week 5: 163 lbs. Treat: go swing dancing with Kelly.
Week 6: 161 lbs. Treat: sign up for 1 month of Bikram yoga.
Week 7: 159 lbs. Treat: go see a movie at the local theater.
Week 8: 157 lbs. Treat: buy myself a hiking dress
Week 9: 155 lbs. Treat: cut and dye my hair.
Week 10: 153 lbs. TREAT: fly to San Diego for HIKE!

L1zardQueen

Week 10
Lots of great hiking in San Diego. Wishing you much success!

bernadinegail

I am new to this so I am hoing to give it a try.

Waterkell

Is this a challenge we can join, or do we just do it? Please add me as I would like to get in on this

karenaallen31

I am in on this challenge....I actually started on Tuesday...Feb 21st---April 29th...but will continue to May 6th...My goal was 20 pounds also...

mabieknott

Please add me. Starting weight Feb.26 - 193

bernadinegail

How do you get added to this group?

comeonnow142857

Sure why not. Starting weight 198lbs

dayle312

Hey! My plan is to check in every Saturday and to post on this thread when i need support and to give encouragement. If any of you know how to begin a challenge other than just a thread, please post! I don't know how. Glad you all want to join! I think we'll do much better together. I'm feeling a little hungry and deprived. I'm gonna go have a cup of hot chocolate that's fits my plan and watch some TV to feel indulged. How are you all?
Warmly,
Anna

Berniebutt773

I'm in. I won't make my diary open but accept all other. Starting weight 185

Berniebutt773

How does one actually join this challenge???

amywillloseit2015

Hi I am going to try this challenge! I gained my weight back that I had lost so I am starting over. I would love to even lose 10lbs by then but 20 would be great! I need to lose about 40. This is a great way to jump start myself.

dayle312

Great! Glad you all are in. One day at a time! I have a sweet tooth. Do you have any go to snacks when you're craving sugar or some other food?

Just_Kisha

Aloha Anna, I only have a little over 10 lbs left but I would love to join the challenge.

My current weight is 145.2 and I would like to get down to 135. I am 5'5 1/2.

Freykm16

I am in! Is there something else I need to join, or just this post?

ldmays41

Let's Go!
Starting Weight Feb 25Th : 132
Current: 133
Goal: 110
Height: 5' 3

bercyn1291

I am joining this challenge today.
Current weight: 160
Ultimate goal: 122
Current Goal: 5lbs down by March 31.

dayle312

Hope you all are having a great morning! It's almost Friday. Thinking of you ladies. We got this!

dayle312

Week 1-- 173.0
Week 2-- 165.4
Week 3--
Week 4--
Week 5--
Week 6--
Week 7--
Week 8--
Week 9--
Week 10--


Big drop this week. Obviously a lot of water. Feeling good!

bernadinegail

Week 1- weighed 2-25th 183 lbs
week 2- 3-4 weighed 182 lbs.
Lost 1 lb.
Had problems staying motivated
Ate healther until bedtime though.
Starting to increase my exercises to more per day.

michy84

I am a week late but I'll join in with weigh ins! I would to be at my goal of 126 by May 6!

SW: 133.5
GW: 126

Week 1: 3.4.17 133.5
Week 2: 3.11.17
Week 3: 3.18.17
Week 4: 3.25.17
Week 5: 4.1.17
Week 6: 4.8.17
Week 7: 4.15.17
Week 8: 4.22.17
Week 9: 4.29.17
Week 10: 5.6.17

terpideas

Hi.. late to join but think this would be a good start ..
Week 1: mar4 - 148lbs
Week 2:mar11
Week 3: mar17
Week 4: mar25
Week 5: apr1
Week 6: apr8
Week 7: apr15
Week 8: apr22
Week 9: apr29
Week 10: may6

shanpierce964

I'm late...but I'm in! So ready to drop the last of my pregnancy weight that I've been holding for almost 3 years. Thank you for setting this up!

Starting weight (3/4): 165
Goal weight: 145

Week 1: 3.4.17 165lbs
Week 2: 3.11.17
Week 3: 3.18.17
Week 4: 3.25.17
Week 5: 4.1.17
Week 6: 4.8.17
Week 7: 4.15.17
Week 8: 4.22.17
Week 9: 4.29.17
Week 10: 5.6.17

Berniebutt773

Checking in for accountability all. Today's goals are to focus on planning and staying honest

michy84

SW: 133.5
GW: 126

Week 1: 3.4.17 133.5
Week 2: 3.11.17 132.5
Week 3: 3.18.17
Week 4: 3.25.17
Week 5: 4.1.17
Week 6: 4.8.17
Week 7: 4.15.17
Week 8: 4.22.17
Week 9: 4.29.17
Week 10: 5.6.17

Almanzo2013

I'd like toparticipate too!
I know that I'm a little late, but I hope that that will be ok anyway.
I'll do my weigh ins on Sunday.
SW: 136 lbs/ 62 kg
GW: 116 lbs/ 52.5 kg
Week 1: 62.0 kg/136.7
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diorl1

Yes! Joining a bit late but it should be fine
CW: 138 lbs
GW: 118 lbs
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readinglamp

I'd like to join as well! I'm trying to lose a little over 20 pounds before my wedding on May 28th.

CW: 137.1
GW: 115

Week 0, 3/12: 137.1
Week 1, 3/19:

Good luck, everyone!

michy84

SW: 133.5
GW: 126

Week 1: 3.4.17 133.5
Week 2: 3.11.17 132.5
Week 3: 3.18.17 131
Week 4: 3.25.17
Week 5: 4.1.17
Week 6: 4.8.17
Week 7: 4.15.17
Week 8: 4.22.17
Week 9: 4.29.17
Week 10: 5.6.17

Just_Kisha

Start Weight (01 January): 159.5
Goal Weight (31 March): 135

1/8: 159.6
1/13: 157.7
1/22: 158.6
1/27: 156.0
~~~~~~~~~~~~lost 3.5 lbs
2/03: 154.1
2/10: 151.8
2/17: 146.7
2/24: 146.6
~~~~~~~~~~~~lost 9.4 lbs
3/03: 144.9
3/10: 141.3
3/18: 140.5
3/24:
3/31
~~~~~~~~~~~~lost 6.1 lbs

Weight lost/gained this week: -0.8 lbs
Total weight loss/gain: - 19 lbs