Introductions
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Looking forward to starting with you all tomorrow! My aim is to simply log every meal this month. Looking forward to keeping myself accountable and being in a supportive space.6
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Hi, I’m Katie and new here. I never managed to log past lunchtime so I know I’m going to find this a challenge. Thank you for setting this up, it’s great to have some accountability!5
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Hi all,
I used to be a part of this group for a few months two years back. Fell off the wagon and gained weight back. My goal is to build healthy habits by eating under my calorie goal and getting some exercise everyday. All the best everyone !4 -
So excited about being apart of this group! I have 30 lbs to lose and over a year to get there. I’m inspired by some of your posts already, and it’s only June 1!3
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Hi, I'm Tina I did this challenge over a year ago and now I need it again. It is a great group of people that help you form good habits.3
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Hi I'm Babs and am looking forward to this challenge. I've been lazy about logging my food consistently and when I don't log I tend to start nibbling and those nibbles become bigger and bigger. So no wonder I've put on a few pounds rather than lose! I'm 60 years old, 5'3", currently 141.6 lbs and would love to be back under 135. I run 4 to 5 days a week but with this challenge I will be sure to get in 20 minutes of exercise--most likely walking and/or strength training--the other days.
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Hi all, I'm new to the group. I started tracking MFP & working out 6 weeks ago but wanted to connect more with others who are also focusing on improving their health. I'm doing the TurboFire workout program. Planning for a 6lb loss this month.
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Pacific0406 wrote: »I just signed up for MFP a little over an hour ago, so I'm a total newbie. I read the Introductions, What's on Your Mind Today?, FAQs and Rules. Then, I decided to join the group. I'm 66 and have been changing my food intake since January. Down only 10 lbs. I haven't exercised in YEARS, so I'm looking forward to the accountability of this group. My exercise might be totally lame to most of you, but it will be movement for me. 5'2", 193 lbs, goal of 130 lbs.
One of the best things about this setup is that "YOU define what is within your capability for "intentional exercise / activity" So no judging you own performance against what others do. There have also been members from time to time who are forced by injury or illness to do much less time/intensity than they are accustomed to, or flat out change what the activity-of-choice has to be.
If it makes you less self-concious, you can simply report "Exercise - yes" and no more than that ... or you can be more detailed. You will see plenty of examples of both in the daily reports.
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It's so GREAT to see so many newcomers in the intros .... i urge you all to stick around and keep reporting NO MATTER WHAT might happen when Life (inevitably) Gets In The Way and you have to answer "no" to one or more of the questions for a fourth day.
The Winners Circle (3 or fewer passes in the month) is an external, tangible target. But no matter what - building the self-awareness that helps you refine and define what Sustainable Lifestyle Habits looks like for you (and nobody else) is the true secret that UAC will ultimately get you to so long as you stick to it.
If that should happen, just stick with the program, consider the rest of the month "Training Camp" until the 1st of next month, and aim for THAT month's Winners Circle. You will have sooo many valuable 'lessons learned' to bring forward to help you do even better then!4 -
Hello,
My name is Kelsea. I have been involved in several UACs in the past, but I think it has been about a year or so since I have been on. In that time, I graduated with my Master’s degree and began working as a Physician Assistant. I had been very active and healthy; however, with the gyms closed over the last few months, I have found myself slipping away from my healthy habits. I am hoping that rejoining UAC will help me gain more control over my health again. This group helped me train for my first 10-mile Tough Mudder Marthon, and I have since completed three and a half-marathon as well. I lost 50 lbs and even with my recent slacking, I have kept it off. I’m hoping to regain some muscle tone and possibly shed a few more pounds over the summer.
I’m looking forward to getting to know you all more and hopefully help motivate you all.
Cheers,
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Howdy - I'm on my 3rd month with UAC...I think. lol I made the winners circle one time, aiming for it again. I returned to MFP after a long hiatus...and am now on about my 136th day of tracking everything again. I got a little (ok, alot) into allowing myself calories later at night again...and my weight started going back up. (lost 7 lbs prior to the pandemic...and then have dropped and gained a bit) However, I have exercised much more in the past 3 months than in the past 3 yrs...so I'm making lifestyle changes that are more important long term than a temp drop on that scale. That being said... I'm aiming for 2 yrs...possibly 3...to get to my goal weight. My eoy goal is to lose 40 lbs...so focus is key. For me, I agree with Terri (above). Being active and mindful of eating choices is not just a temporary fix...this is my lifestyle now. Best wishes to you all! Here's to a great month of encouraging each other...and focusing on our goals.3
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This is my first UAC.
I have been yoyoing for as long as i can remember. I lost about 60 kilos about 8 years ago and ive regained about 7 kilos. I really need to focus and be held accountable and i think this is the perfect challenge. I also upped my calories to 1400 instead of 1200 to have a little more wriggle room.
Im starting this challenge at 71.0kg and i want to crack the 68's this month. I haven't seen the 68's all year!
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Hi, I'm Daisy, in Scotland, joining a bit late but looking forward to the accountability. I've lost weight before but always let it creep back on, currently really struggling with getting some consistency. Looking forward to joining you all!4
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A little late to the party!
I've just come back to MFP 2 weeks ago so not done any challenges yet.
I'm looking to lose weight and get my fitness up to be in the best shape of my life within a year!
I'm really struggling to find the right way to eat that works for me, so I'm hoping I'll find lots of new ideas, support and friends here.
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