12 week challenge starting Sunday 7/9/17

amszy

I am interested! I would like to lose30# in the 12 weeks and need some motivation.
SW 198
GW 160

pudgy1977

I hope it is not too late to join...I'd love to have a push back on the right path. Started a while back, lost 26 lbs, have gained about 5 back.

SW: 163 (I think...haven't weighed my self in a few days
GW: 155 in the 12 weeks

rockymountainmama

Can I still join this group? I would love to lose 6-10 lbs in the next 12 weeks but mostly I want to focus on improving habits. SW-150 GW 144 Ultimate GW 137. My first goal I am setting for myself is to log all of my intake between now and Sunday. Cheers!

rockymountainmama

I'm a 40 year old mom from Montana. I need some friends who post regularly to cheer each other on. WHO WANTS TO BE MY FRIEND???

Malzy31m

I'll join in

Malzy31m

My start weight is 228lb and in 12 weeks I would like to be at least 215lb. I feel like that is a reasonable goal weight.

RichardM1047

Malzy31m wrote: »

My start weight is 228lb and in 12 weeks I would like to be at least 215lb. I feel like that is a reasonable goal weight.

I tollaly agree with you, it's all about taking small steps, we all didn't get our extra weight over night, or for that fact even in 12 weeks.
With the suggestion from my new doctor, he has ask me to try a ten week program to trim off a half a pound per week, which for me it's knocking off 500 calories a day and guess what I can do that as a solid starting point.
Take care!

flabtofab802015

Rockymountainmama I am close to your age and looking for someone to post regularly to cheer me on too. We could be cheer buddies. We got this!!!

mcjdr9039

Just weighed in today 242.6. In the 12 weeks I'd like to be down 10-15 lbs. I am going to kick up my workout so I get at least 15k steps 3 times a week. Transitioning to healthy eating and it is working so I need to stay on track. Have a great day everyone!

rockymountainmama

Was craving something after lunch, per usual. Waited it out and drank water and guess what? IT WORKED!! Better habits here I come.

splitsmcgee

I'm in!!! My goal is 8 kg

FrancineJM61

Well tomorrow i weigh in at Weight Watchers. i feel like I lost this week.
You mentioned goals well I don't like to set goals I sabotage myself but I will like to increase my steps and cook more.

FrancineJM61

how do I add my ticker

rebetha82

I would like to join. At 202 right now. Would like to be at 190 by the end of this challenge.

mcjdr9039

Have a fantastic day everyone! It's storming here in Wisconsin but I just bumped up the tension on my desk cycle and away I go! Remember........

Strive for continuous improvement not perfection.

staceykirk87

I would like to join in too please, I am back to MFP after a long break but I'm more determined this time. SW: 14st 12lbs. GW: 14st 0lbs. 1 pound a week at the most is what I'm aiming for throughout my weight loss this time round, I made the mistake in the past of expecting too much too soon and then giving up when I 'failed'. Looking forward to reading all your stories and tips and tricks along the way

FrancineJM61

weighed in today. 1.4 pounds Thought i would of lost more but its not a gain.

FrancineJM61

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GoBlue1981

After an entire week of the scale not budging an ounce it finally caught up to me and I lost 2.5lbs when I got back from my vacation last night! I felt vindicated:)

Jewlz411

I would love to join this challenge. I need / want the accountability of a challenge. My SW is 220lbs & my goal this challenge is 20 lbs. I'm hoping this challenge will kick start my weight loss as it feels like I have been stuck between 225 & 220 for a long time! We just put a deposit down on a cruise for spring break 2018, so my goal is to be down to 180lb by 3/10/18. My ultimate GW is 150lbs.
I look forward to hearing everyone else ideas & suggestions for losing the weight & keeping it off. I already drink a ton of water, so I don't think that is an issue for me but I am trying to make sure I log everything I eat/drink and working on increasing my number of steps in a day.
What are some ideas you have?

GoBlue1981

@Jewlz411 Some of the tactics that have worked most effectively for me have been (in no particular order):
-bundling things I am trying to convince myself to do with things I like doing but should maybe do less of or are time sucks...for example...I tell myself I can only read my book if I do it on the elliptical, or watch my DVR'd shows on the elliptical...I can only have a Starbucks if I walk there to get it...etc.
-as motivation is one of the most finicky parts of the weight loss journey...I think keeping things fresh is super imperative. I used to do, different monthly challenges, like July I'd focus on push-ups, August would be abs, September squats, etc. you know our attention span so if you need weekly challenges instead of monthly adjust accordingly...if I accomplished my monthly challenge I rewarded myself with a non-food reward. Which brings me to my next item...
-start rewarding yourself with non-food things, walks with friends, nails, hair, new workout outfit...doesn't have to be expensive...but all social outings and celebrations shouldn't be food and drink centric and that was a hard concept for me to grasp.
-lastly...don't tell yourself you can't have something ever again...don't shame yourself or guilt yourself...that's when we shut down and stop tracking and start thinking we can never stick with it and do it long term...you can have anything you want in moderation if you plan for it...if you go way over some day, make up for it the rest of the week...don't get discouraged. Tracking everyday is the only thing that will truly hold you accountable...no one else.

Good luck!

46carmen

SW: 191.6
GW: 175

RaoulGeorge

I'm in. Good luck everyone.

flabtofab802015

Hope everyone's week is going great and everyone is staying on track and getting more motivated every day!! We can all do this!! We are unstoppable!! Cheers to getting healthier!! Have a great day!

RichardM1047

flabtofab802015 wrote: »

Hope everyone's week is going great and everyone is staying on track and getting more motivated every day!! We can all do this!! We are unstoppable!! Cheers to getting healthier!! Have a great day!

Love your upbeat message!
Onward and forward Friends.

Jewlz411

Thanks @GoBlue1981 for the tips & words of encouragement! I really appreciate it
I like the idea of monthly challenges & when accomplish getting a non-food reward
I'm on day 2 of logging everything... I love the phone app for that for sure!

meghanmowry

Hi all, got my ticket installed (I think?) and want to check in! Lost 2.7 lb since Sunday, mostly from staying away from alcohol and eating less... having a hard time giving up salty things yummmmmmm

Keep up the great work and motivation! Looking forward to our week 1 check-ins!

Scochrane86

I would also like to join
I will weigh in on Fridays.

First weigh in - July 14/17
Last weigh in - Sept 29/17

Goal = 25lbs (from 195 - 170)

flabtofab802015

HAPPY FRIDAY!!! We are going into the weekend so be sure to MAKE GOOD CHOICES!!

pudgy1977

Started rough this week...been sick, so no exercise in for me, but I think I have done okay calorie wise. We will see on Sunday weigh in