TEAM: The Big Butt Theory (March)
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Username: thedestar
Weigh in week: March Week 4
Weigh in day: Mon
Previous Week's weight: 163
Todays Weight: 162.5
Even though it's the last week of the month I want to get back to the mini UAC.
3/25
Tracking- yes
Calories- yes
Exercise- 30 mins housework. I hope that counts! I set a timer for 30 mins and was moving around the whole time, putting away laundry, picking up toys and books, etc.1 -
Username: thedestar
Weigh in week: March Week 4
Weigh in day: Mon
Previous Week's weight: 163
Todays Weight: 162.5
Even though it's the last week of the month I want to get back to the mini UAC.
3/25
Tracking- yes
Calories- yes
Exercise- 30 mins housework. I hope that counts! I set a timer for 30 mins and was moving around the whole time, putting away laundry, picking up toys and books, etc.
Yes, for this challenge, it counts! And you even set a timer!! That is the great thing about this mini challenge....you can jump in at anytime!!! Nice loss this week...half a pound!!2 -
Coheednkimbria wrote: »3/25-
Calories- yes
Tracking- yes
Exercise- yes! Another bounce class with my little pals kicked my butt!
A bounce class sounds fun....what exactly is it?
It’s one of those inflatable bouncy places with slides and big obstacle courses. My boys are non verbal and have some sensory issues, so we started taking them there for a “sensory bounce” class where they get out energy and interact with other kids. The place we go to also has an open bounce time on some weekends and we can go in with them and run around. It’s a lot of fun and they really enjoy it, so it is worth the soreness for me! Hahah
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Coheednkimbria wrote: »Coheednkimbria wrote: »3/25-
Calories- yes
Tracking- yes
Exercise- yes! Another bounce class with my little pals kicked my butt!
A bounce class sounds fun....what exactly is it?
It’s one of those inflatable bouncy places with slides and big obstacle courses. My boys are non verbal and have some sensory issues, so we started taking them there for a “sensory bounce” class where they get out energy and interact with other kids. The place we go to also has an open bounce time on some weekends and we can go in with them and run around. It’s a lot of fun and they really enjoy it, so it is worth the soreness for me! Hahah
It does sound like a lot of fun for the whole family!!1 -
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March 26
Exercise: yes, 30 min tabata, 30 min yoga
Calories: yes
Tracking: yes2 -
March 26
Tracking: yes
Calories: yes
Exercise: yes. 30 mins of Les Mills Grit.3 -
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Nice work on the 0.3 pound loss this week and the 4" @drea2011!! You can see how passionate Craig is about using measurements vs. the scales for true determination of weight loss success. So much so, he felt it necessary to chime in on our thread!! He hates it when people get all hung up on the number on the scales. He is not even really a fan of this Challenge and it's format of weekly weigh-ins, but you know, took over when no one else would. He does like the support aspect of a team challenge very much though. It gives a forum to reassure and educate people, like yourself Drea, when the scales aren't moving but the inches are! A place to vent and ask questions when things don't go as planned, and also a place to safely brag about achievements and get well deserved high-fives in return! A team to whom we must be accountable!! That is why losing weight is not a requirement to stay on the team...only that you are trying!!!
@HASWLRS. Thank you. It is true I am not a fan of the format of the challenge, but I am a fan of the difference it makes to people (which is why I am passionate about keeping it going).
To let TBBT on a little secret. I see this challenge as a beneficial bait-and-switch type activity. The name and format has been made popular by culture and media, but the real bonus to participation is that you find a group of like minded people that are all trying to achieve what you are and doing it in a healthy manner.
Society judges by weight, but that is not the real measure. The real measure is health and fitness. The healthier and fitter you are, the more you can do and the more you enjoy life. You do not need to be an athlete. You do not need the shape of the models you see in the popular media. You do need to keep healthy enough to enjoy the best life can have to offer for as long as you like.
Learn about your body. Learn about nutrition. Learn what works for you. Celebrate the victories and study the setbacks so they do not happen again.
What has been taught in the popular media and from commercially biased studies has to a large extent misinformed the public on what is "healthy" and what is not. Eg. from a lot of independent research, I'm pretty sure the FDA "food pyramid" did WAY more damage than good (and the USDA MyPyramid is only a little better but has fundamental flaws - still too much emphasis on grains, however it is sponsored by the Department of Agriculture - so what would you expect).
I could go on about weight, size, exercise, fitness, satiety, nutrition, and more all day. I'll put the soap box away for now and let you get back to your usual programming.
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Username: MelsLeanDream
Weigh in week: March Week 4
Weigh in day: Monday
Previous Weight: 219
Current Weight: 2172 -
March 26
Calories - Yes - Under
Tracking - Yes
Exercise - 30 minute power walk
Steps - 23,908
Water - 2850ml1 -
Weigh-in
Previous weight: 184.2 lbs
This week 182.0 lbs
Wasn't expecting that much of a loss, but I'll take it! I guess it makes up a bit for the time I spent in maintenance this month
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Sorry.. I've been a bit low the last few days, and sort of stuck in my own bubble..
But I have stayed on plan, stayed under my caleries every day and when I've been out the house, ive made an effort to walk more..
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Weigh in..
Previously 296
Now 293
3lb loss4 -
Monday, March 26
Tracking: Yes
Calories: Yes
Exercise: No2 -
MelsLeanDream wrote: »Username: MelsLeanDream
Weigh in week: March Week 4
Weigh in day: Monday
Previous Weight: 219
Current Weight: 217MelsLeanDream wrote: »March 26
Calories - Yes - Under
Tracking - Yes
Exercise - 30 minute power walk
Steps - 23,908
Water - 2850ml
In the zone right now, Mel!! Nice loss, again!1 -
karynclarke wrote: »Weigh-in
Previous weight: 184.2 lbs
This week 182.0 lbs
Wasn't expecting that much of a loss, but I'll take it! I guess it makes up a bit for the time I spent in maintenance this month
Of course, you'll take it!! Nice loss!! Maybe your body enjoyed the little diet break!!0 -
VintageGeek42 wrote: »Weigh in..
Previously 296
Now 293
3lb loss
I hope you snap out of your funk soon! Try to get outside for even a short walk. The fresh air, change of scenery and the chance to clear your mind will do you good. In the meantime, keep doing what you are doing as far as logging your food and eating at a deficit, because it is working and you are seeing amazing results!!!! Focus on that if you need a mental pick me up!!2 -
GardenMama129 wrote: »Monday, March 26
Tracking: Yes
Calories: Yes
Exercise: No
You didn't get your exercise in, but I bet you did scratch some things off your to-do list!! And you ate at a deficit, so, a good day!!0 -
Yes, I dropped off my son's 2017 business info to his tax accountant this morning. So glad to be done with that! Then went out and had a lovely lunch at a small French restaurant with my son. Did not count calories, but I didn't do too bad. Anyway, I'm ready to turn my attention to more important things now, like, weight training and gardening!GardenMama129 wrote: »Monday, March 26
Tracking: Yes
Calories: Yes
Exercise: No
You didn't get your exercise in, but I bet you did scratch some things off your to-do list!! And you ate at a deficit, so, a good day!!
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3/26
Tracking- yes
Calories- yes
Exercise- yes, 28 mins Focus T25
3/27
Tracking- yes
Calories- yes
Exercise- yes, 28 mins Focus T251 -
3/26
Exercised: yep
Tracked: yep
Under: yep
Water: 10 glasses
3/27
Exercised: yep
Tracked: yep
Under: yep
Water: 16 glasses2 -
Mar 25
Tracking Y
Calories N
Exercise N (rest day)
Mar 26
Tracking Y
Calories N
Exercise N (rest day)
Mar 27
Tracking Y
Calories Y
Exercise Y 90min hike + 20min Circuit Training
Sun and Mon I attended some celebrations and decided to indulge. Had a nice, strenuous hike today to help balance it out.4 -
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Good morning, team. I've got a Question for you. For those of you celebrating Easter this coming weekend, what are your plans? If there are to be family get-togethers, do you have a plan? Log what you eat or not? Indulge, or in moderation?3
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March week 4
Username: miroller
Weigh-in Wednesday
Last week: 175.4
Today: 177.4
Disappointed to see the gain but to be expected. Tried to use Sunday-Tuesday to balance out last week's birthday indulgences but that strategy didn't quite work. Wish I was finishing up the month with another loss but oh well on to April!!2 -
March week 4
Username: miroller
Weigh-in Wednesday
Last week: 175.4
Today: 177.4
Disappointed to see the gain but to be expected. Tried to use Sunday-Tuesday to balance out last week's birthday indulgences but that strategy didn't quite work. Wish I was finishing up the month with another loss but oh well on to April!!
Hey, it happens. Was it your birthday? I hope we didn't miss it!! You may not be ending March with a loss, but you can definitely start April with one!! Sunday to Tuesday continues.....0 -
Just an FYI, for those of you continuing onto the April challenge (which I hope is everybody!!!). The April thread is now up. We will officially head over there on Sunday, but in the meantime, pop over and introduce yourself to the new members. I am suggesting we do this now, as some of us may be busy over Easter weekend.1
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