TEAM: The Big Butt Theory (May)
craigo3154
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Welcome to the Challenge new and returning teammates!! This is the conversation/weigh in thread for your Team 
Keep on losing because our first weigh ins begin THIS Sunday! I am here for you should you need anything - simply message me or tag me by putting an '@' just before my username (NO SPACES) and I will get to you asap! ~ Craig @craigo3154.
Keep on losing because our first weigh ins begin THIS Sunday! I am here for you should you need anything - simply message me or tag me by putting an '@' just before my username (NO SPACES) and I will get to you asap! ~ Craig @craigo3154. 0
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@craigo3154 I can’t seem to book mark this thread.1
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Hello, team The Big Butt Theory! Welcome to May and a special welcome to the newcomers. Please introduce yourself to the team so we can get to know everyone and extend a proper greeting.
Hi, my name is Lisa and I have been with this team since October and in a leadership role since December. I am your captain for May. I am 52, a Canadian living in Southern Ontario, married 26 years and have two grown sons. One is done school, living at home and working at the family business. The other is still in school, but completing his degree in Germany.
I did really well with this challenge until Christmas, then I completely fell off the rails. I am happy to say, as of April 8th, I am back on track!!! Being involved with this group helps to at least keep my head above water when I am struggling!!
A little about this challenge.....it runs Sunday to Saturday. Post your weigh-in on this thread on your chosen weigh-in day. If you need to miss a weigh-in, let me know. If you forget to post a weigh-in, post as soon as you remember, up until Saturday evening. (I'd say Saturday at midnight, EDT, but I am not up that late!) Please post a weight even if you have gained. There is no judgement here, only support, and it happens to all of us at some point!! If you miss two weigh-ins, you will be removed from the month and will have to re-register for the next month if you wish to continue.
Yes, this is a weight loss challenge, but I would like you to think of it more as a support group. Sometimes, you can do all the right things, but the scale just doesn't move. If you have taken measurements you will be able to see that you are making progress, just not contributing to the team's weight loss. But we don't want you to despair, or leave, if this happens, thus the focus on the "support" aspect!
We are all here for the same reason....to lose weight and get healthy. Some days will go better than others....weight loss is a marathon, not a sprint, after all!! But with the support of this team, and some hard work, we can all make it to the finish line!
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Good morning, team TBBT. The May challenge doesn't officially start until Sunday, April 29th, but I thought I'd give you some more information so that you can be ready to jump in with both feet when Sunday rolls around! Within the main weight loss challenge we have another optional, but highly recommended, challenge. It is called the Mini Ultimate Accountability Challenge, or the Mini Challenge. It is based on another MFP challenge group by the same name, or UAC.
The way it works is simple:
1. Log everything you eat that has calories in MFP.
2. Stay inside your allotted daily calorie budget.
3. Do at least 20 minutes of activity daily. This could be anything that gets you off the couch and being active: run, walk, cycle, swim, gardening, housework, yoga, gym, etc.
4. Report each day on this thread (something to the effect of logged food: yes, under calories: yes, exercise: yes, and a brief description is nice)
You get one free pass day a week (went over calories, could not log food, rest day, etc.) At the end of the week, if you have managed to be "accountable" for at least 6 of 7 days, you will be recognized on this thread as being in the Winner's Circle!
This strategy works for weight loss because it is based on CI<CO. When calories in are less than calories out, you stay inside your allotted daily calorie budget, and you will lose weight! And exercise is just good for you, plus it will burn calories and help with the calories out portion of the equation!
What's great about this challenge is that it works for everyone, as long as you are honest with yourself. There are no dietary restrictions, so you can eat whatever you like, and follow whatever plan you like. Your own daily calorie budget is set by you and MFP and you choose your own exercise and intensity of exercise! Plus it is a practice that can be carried beyond weight loss into maintenance! If you are having a bad week, a new week and a fresh start is just around the corner!
Consistency and new habits have been shown to be the keys to long term successful weight loss. Why not make the Mini Ultimate Accountability Challenge your new habit, that you do consistently!!
Week #1 for the Mini Challenge starts Sunday, April 29th!!1 -
****I forgot to say, when you post your accountability, please put the date, or day of the week, to which you are referring. We are all in different time zones, and some people post in the evening for that day, and others post the next morning, so it gets confusing trying to decipher without a day or date. Thanks!!!****0
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Hi my name is Marsha and I live on the Oregon coast. I wanted to do this because my sister just had a stroke Saturday (she is doing fine by the way) and she had a heart attack earlier this year. I currently weigh 178 and I am 5'1" and need to lose 50-60 lbs. I do not want this to happen to me and gained this weight after I quit smoking 17 years ago. It is time to get this weight off.1
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@makhe1224, Hello, and welcome, Marsha! First and foremost, we are very glad to hear that your sister is recovering nicely from her recent stroke. Now, congratulations on being smoke free for 17 years!! Yes, it is now time to lose the weight associated with quitting smoking!! Heart disease is scary and when it runs in families, you can easily see its impact. Good for you to realize that this doesn't have to be you...you are not your sister!! Fifty to sixty pounds is totally doable! It may seem like a large number, but let's break it down into smaller mini goals. First goal, to get into the 160's...no timeline. It is a marathon, not a race!!1
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Hi everyone. My name is Mel and I am from New Zealand and now live in Western Australia. I have been overweight since I had my last child almost 5 years ago and have yo-yo'd a lot over that time. When we moved over here I took time off work to spend time with my children as an at home mum. I work most night which helps me stay active, but I may have to go back to teaching next year. I realised that if I didn't do something about my weight this year, then I would have wasted the opportunity of time that I have available to me right now to do something about my weight.
@makhe1224 I went to the US last year for the very first time and spent July 4th at Arch Cape on the Oregon Coast. It's such a beautiful coastline. I wish I could go back sooner! 1 -
@craigo3154 I can’t seem to book mark this thread.
@okalex. There is a problem with the MFP system for bookmarking group threads. I cannot bookmark this thread either (and I am the moderator for the group).
I have raised a bug ticket with MFP, but no action has been taken to date.
Will make an announcement in all groups once this bug is resolved.
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@craigo3154 I can’t seem to book mark this thread.
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Hi everyone, I'm Destiny. I've been a member of the team since the beginning of the year. I'm a sahm to 4 kids ranging from almost 8 years to almost 6 months. This summer my husband and I will celebrate our 10th anniversary and we're hoping to go on a nice (kid free) vacation later this year so that's a big part of my motivation!3
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MelsLeanDream wrote: »Hi everyone. My name is Mel and I am from New Zealand and now live in Western Australia. I have been overweight since I had my last child almost 5 years ago and have yo-yo'd a lot over that time. When we moved over here I took time off work to spend time with my children as an at home mum. I work most night which helps me stay active, but I may have to go back to teaching next year. I realised that if I didn't do something about my weight this year, then I would have wasted the opportunity of time that I have available to me right now to do something about my weight.
@makhe1224 I went to the US last year for the very first time and spent July 4th at Arch Cape on the Oregon Coast. It's such a beautiful coastline. I wish I could go back sooner!
I didn't know you were a teacher, Mel! Good for you to recognize and seize the opportunity of available time in front of you, and to take full advantage of it!!1 -
Hi everyone, I'm Destiny. I've been a member of the team since the beginning of the year. I'm a sahm to 4 kids ranging from almost 8 years to almost 6 months. This summer my husband and I will celebrate our 10th anniversary and we're hoping to go on a nice (kid free) vacation later this year so that's a big part of my motivation!
A 10th anniversary (kid free!) trip sounds lovely....any destinations in mind?0 -
@MelsLeanDream
It is a beautiful coast. We have been having summer like temps in the 80's here lately. I love the ocean.1 -
@HASWLRS
Thanks Lisa for your encouragement.1 -
Hello!
My name’s Addie, and at 5’1 and 134 pounds, I need to lose about 20 pounds. I started this challenge in April! My goal for this month is 127.5!3 -
Hello everyone,
My name is Kate. I live in Massachusetts where it finally starting to feel like spring! I’ve been on this team since Jan. I am pretty active and am outside with my dog everyday. I started running and am working on a 5k-10k app. I’ve really enjoyed being on this team and look forward to this month. I am about 10 pounds away from my first goal, and then 20-15 from my final goal.2 -
Hi everyone!
My name is Kim and I’ve been with this team since late last year; my husband Jim (we rhyme haha) and I have twin 4 year old boys who have endless energy....I wish I could channel some of it for me! April was a tough month for me diet-wise; I lost two family members in a two week time period so I’m determined for May to be a good month. I’ve got a wedding coming up in a couple of weeks and I’d love to wear a dress and feel good in it! Looking forward to being on this great team with you all and the best captain there is, @HASWLRS!5 -
We have two new team mates who have yet to make their way over here to this thread. @ashachu92, and @Tinawhatsherface, please don't be shy! Post a short introduction, so we can extend a proper welcome!!0
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Hello from the Atlanta, Georgia area. Married, mother of 2 boys (26 and 24). After initially losing about 30 pounds, I've basically maintained for the past 2 years. This year, I'm focusing on re-engaging and getting to goal weight. During the first 4 months of this year I've lost some weight, but not what I had hoped. Still, a loss is a loss and I'm happy with that. About a week ago, I realized that I had 20 days left until we would be leaving to spend a few days at the beach. I have been super focused to make those the best 20 days I could. With summer and warmer temperatures finally arriving (and staying) I'm looking forward to a much more active/productive summer.
This group has been wonderful for accountability and encouragement!
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Hi from Colorado! I’ve yoyo’d with my weight but still trying to lose the weight and keep it off. I turn 30 tomorrow! Hoping my 30’s are my fittest and just keep getting better.0
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Hi from İstanbul, Turkey. I've not been at MFP for a long time. In 2016 I lost 15 kgs (33 lbs), in 2017 my weight didn't change but this year I've gained 4 kgs (9 lbs) and I'm really upset about it. I just started to use MFP again. I'm 83.8 kg (184.7 lbs) and 164 cm (5' 4.5'') and 28 years old. I'm an academician and also a master student. I spend my days mostly sitting on a chair however, I started to go everywhere by walk. Every day I walk around 10000 steps (even I saw 24000). And I swim 1-2 day in a week, I try to make it 2 but should be 3-4. I want to lose 15 kgs (33 lbs) first, then maybe 10 kgs (22 lbs) more. But I used to eat junk food lately, I should change my eating habits. I want to lose about 5 kgs (11 lbs) in May, and I know that's really hard wish me luck!0
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Tinawhatsherface wrote: »Hi from Colorado! I’ve yoyo’d with my weight but still trying to lose the weight and keep it off. I turn 30 tomorrow! Hoping my 30’s are my fittest and just keep getting better.
Hello, Tina, and welcome! I hope you have a very happy birthday tomorrow!! You have chosen to give yourself a wonderful gift.....the gift of health! Hoping we can be a source of motivation for you! Here's to your fabulous and fit 30's!!1 -
Hi from İstanbul, Turkey. I've not been at MFP for a long time. In 2016 I lost 15 kgs (33 lbs), in 2017 my weight didn't change but this year I've gained 4 kgs (9 lbs) and I'm really upset about it. I just started to use MFP again. I'm 83.8 kg (184.7 lbs) and 164 cm (5' 4.5'') and 28 years old. I'm an academician and also a master student. I spend my days mostly sitting on a chair however, I started to go everywhere by walk. Every day I walk around 10000 steps (even I saw 24000). And I swim 1-2 day in a week, I try to make it 2 but should be 3-4. I want to lose 15 kgs (33 lbs) first, then maybe 10 kgs (22 lbs) more. But I used to eat junk food lately, I should change my eating habits. I want to lose about 5 kgs (11 lbs) in May, and I know that's really hard wish me luck!
Hello, and welcome!! Yes, being a Masters student will see you doing a lot of sitting! Good for you to realize this and to make a concerted effort to walk more and get in some swimming!! Changing your eating habits to include less junk food will just make you feel better all around!! You can still have some; just in moderation and within your daily calorie allotment! Also, very smart to break your weight loss goals down into manageable chunks... It seems less daunting that way!! Hope we can be a source of motivation for you to reach your goals!2 -
Tinawhatsherface wrote: »Hi from Colorado! I’ve yoyo’d with my weight but still trying to lose the weight and keep it off. I turn 30 tomorrow! Hoping my 30’s are my fittest and just keep getting better.
@Tinawhatsherface - Happy 30th Birthday!
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Hello, and welcome!! Yes, being a Masters student will see you doing a lot of sitting! Good for you to realize this and to make a concerted effort to walk more and get in some swimming!! Changing your eating habits to include less junk food will just make you feel better all around!! You can still have some; just in moderation and within your daily calorie allotment! Also, very smart to break your weight loss goals down into manageable chunks... It seems less daunting that way!! Hope we can be a source of motivation for you to reach your goals!
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Happy birthday!! @Tinawhatsherface0
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Mini Ultimate Accountability Challenge - April Week #4 (Sun the 22nd to Sat the 28th)
Winner's Circle - 6 or 7 days:
@drea2011 - ALL SEVEN DAYS
@Addie378 (6) - only attempted last week!
@GardenMama129 (6) - back in the WC after taking some time away
@katevt78 (6) - fourth week in a row!!
Notable Effort - 4 or 5 days:
@MelsLeanDream (5) - a public holiday kept her from the WC this week!
@thedestar (5) - only attempted last week!
@HASWLRS (5) - the weekend messed me up!
Attempted:
@Nicoletime4me (2), just getting over an illness
We only had 8 participate last week, but almost 7 in the Winner's Circle!! @drea2011 and @katevt78 were joined this week by @GardenMama129, a former multiple winner and @Addie278, a first timer in the WC!! Congratulations to all four of you for a fantastic week!!! Of note, @drea2011 was accountable for ALL SEVEN DAYS!!
The three who put in a Notable Effort, @MelsLeanDream, @thedestar and @HASWLRS, were only one more day away from being at the top. Great effort...maybe next week in the WC!0 -
drea2011 wrote: »
Sunday weigh in
Last week: 223.3
Today: 220.5
Woo hoo!!! Have a great week everyone!
And go Team Big Butts!!! We won March!!! Vintage geek your loss has been inspiring to be a part of!!!
HASWLRS wrote: Fabulous loss this week, Drea! See, I told you that you just had to be patient!!! Almost three pounds....very nicely done!!2 -
primekayprime
April Week 4
Previous Weight: 222.8
Current Weight: 228.2
It has not been a good week for me. (And I did so well the previous week!) I didn't get in very much physical activity. I did not meal prep and fell into old habits of eating fast food for the majority of my meals. I didn't log my foods but the scale tells me that I was well over my calorie goal every day.
Looks like I'll be in the 220s for a few weeks longer. Still, I am not discouraged. I recognize that like most journeys, this one will involve some detours. No matter how far that detour takes me from my path, the important thing is that I continue to find my way back and move forward.
Here's to a new week and another chance to move forward.1
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