30 pounds to lose challenge by March 2021
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Wow. Great progress @RubyRed427 ! Congrats on taking the leap to try something new that works for you.4
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@RubyRed427 Congrats to you too! You’re making great progress. I’m glad keto is working for you!!!
My H and I tried keto for a week and we both lost several pounds quickly but it just didn’t work well on our digestive tracts. So we’re back to “most” things in healthy portion sizes.
We always do dry January, but have continued into February and I’m quite content to not add calories by alcohol. I’m realizing there are foods that I should declare “special occasion only”. Alcohol may fall onto that list, but for sure processed carb foods. I’m really trying to make my changes life-long. And I know if I regularly allow myself to sample crackers and cookies I’ll undo all the progress I’ve made .. they are my “drug of choice”.
I also think food tracking may need to be a life-long thing. It keeps me honest!5 -
Week 1
SW 192.2
CW 188.4
BF% 38.9
MM 64.6
Thanks for the accountability!! Hope everyone have a great weekend! The weekend is typically when I fall off the wagon. So I have to stay strong LOL
Week 2
CW 189.4 ( Water retention)
BF% 38.8
MM 65.0
Hope everyone is doing well and staying healthy! Have a great weekend!!
Week 3
Exactly the same numbers LITERALLY
CW 189.4
BF% 38.8
MM 65.0
Week 4
CW 188.0 down 1.4 lbs
BF 38.5
MM 65.0
Getting tired of this Plateau
Week 5
CW 188.0
BF% 37.2 (Down 1.3)
MM 65.9 (Up .9)
Week 6
CW 186.0 (Down 2 lbs)
BF% 37.2 (Same)
MM 65.0 (Down .9)
Week 7
CW 186.8 (Up .8lbs)
BF% 38.3 ( Up 1.1)
MM 64.4 (Down .6)4 -
Count me in! I’d love to join. I NEED TO JOIN. I need some serious Accountability. I’d like to lose exactly 18.4 pounds from what I weighed on yesterday. Because "Life Happens" more often than not for me, I am hoping to reach my goal by the end of June. I will post weekly on Fridays. Best of luck to All of us!
Dec 7th 18.4 (Weight Loss Goal)
Dec 11th -3.4 (Total -3.4) 15.0 To Go
Dec 18th -1.4 (Total- 4.8) 13.6 To Go
Dec 25th Merry Christmas
Jan 1st Happy New Year and Happy Anniversary (Wedding) to me
Jan 8th +4.8 (Total 0.0) 18.4 To Go (Earned, Owning and Pressing On!)
Jan 15th -1.2 (Total -1.2) 17.2 To Go
Jan 22nd -1.0 (Total -2.2) 16.2 To Go
Jan 29th -0.6 (Total -2.8) 15.6 To Go
Feb 5th -1.4 (Total -4.2) 14.2 To Go
Feb 12th -0.4 (Total -4.6) 13.8 To Go
Feb 19th -1.4 (Total -6.0) 12.4 To Go3 -
THIS CHALLENGE: lose 30 pounds by end of March (starting in December)
Jul 10 : 330.0 (highest weight)
Nov 30 : 287.9 (starting weight)
Dec 04 : 283.5 : weekly loss = 4.4, total loss = 4.4
Dec 11 : 284.6 : weekly loss = -1.1, total loss = 3.3
Dec 18 : 283.8 : weekly loss = 0.8, total loss = 4.1
Dec 25 : 286.0 : December net loss = 1.9, total loss = 1.9
Jan 01 : 281.6 : weekly loss = 4.4, total loss = 6.3
Jan 08 : 279.1 : weekly loss = 2.5, total loss = 8.8
Jan 15 : 280.1 : weekly loss = -1.0, total loss = 7.8
Jan 22 : 276.5 : weekly loss = 3.6, total loss = 11.4
Jan 29 : 274.6 : January net loss = 11.4, total loss = 13.3
Feb 05 : 273.5 : weekly loss = 1.1, total loss = 14.4
Feb 12 : 275.3 : weekly loss = -1.8, total loss = 12.6
Feb 19 : 276.1 : weekly loss = -0.8, total loss = 11.8
It's disappointing to see little change over four weeks time, but my BIA scale indicates I am losing fat mass and gaining lean mass, so I am not too disappointed.
I now have a pool to swim in!
(it's a 40 mile drive, so I can't swim every day
, but maybe twice a week). 9 -
@frankwbrown There will be weeks that seem we take a step backward. But look at the trend of your numbers. You’re doing great. 👍4
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Highest weight 170
Jan 1 165
Feb 20 162.8
Not great. There were ups and downs in my weight and life the last few weeks. If I'm 150-155 by the end of March, I'll be satisfied with that.
I am loving all the snack ideas, especially what to do with eggs. Love them!8 -
“Don’t try to be perfect. Just try to be better than yesterday.”
Sometimes our goals can be quite grand, and sometimes unrealistic. If we simply “try to be better than yesterday” each and every day, we’ll see progress.
Don’t give up. “Just try to be better than yesterday.”
And be kind to yourself.
Be well everyone.7 -
I'm 37 years old, married, we have a 2 year old. My goal for this challenge is to lose 15-20 lbs. 2020 starting weight was 225. My ultimate goal weight is 135-140 I'll plan for Saturday weigh ins.
Good luck to everyone on reaching your goals.
Dec 5th 183.0
Dec 12th 182.2
Dec 19th 181.2
Dec 26th 181.4
Jan 2nd 180.8
Jan 9th 180.0
Jan 16th 179.6
Jan 22nd 178.8 (This past week I decided to switch from weighing myself daily to weekly. So, going to change to a Friday weigh in. Just trying something different.)
Jan 29th 178.0
Feb 5th 177.0 (I know I don't share, but I do enjoy following how everyone is doing.)
Feb 12th 175.8
Feb 20th 177.8
Feb 27th
Mar 6th
Mar 13th
Mar 20th
Mar 27th
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@IronwomanUno That made me laugh again!! Oh , Can you imagine actually doing that!!
Lately I am doing visualization; picturing myself this summer, prancing around in shorts with thin legs, flat stomach and tank top. Keto going well enough. I think I am over the carbs limits this weekend, because the carb intake is 18g only per day. I have gotten about 24 grams in carbs each day. So, it's still quite low.
I avoided lots of treats, cupcakes, snack bags of chips, etc. I am scrapbooking at a hotel this weekend. (Yes we are six feet apart.) And usually I eat tons of snacks during the weekend.7 -
Highest weight 170
Jan 1 165
Feb 20 162.8
Not great. There were ups and downs in my weight and life the last few weeks. If I'm 150-155 by the end of March, I'll be satisfied with that.
I am loving all the snack ideas, especially what to do with eggs. Love them!
That's awesome! You are doing great! I'm really trying to focus on inches and not numbers...it's so hard though and I don't want to set a goal date because I know I will be crushed if I don't make it! It appears for me that this weight loss journey is going to be slow and I have to be okay with it! So celebrate your loss...you're doing amazing!5 -
Feb 22 Check In
SW 162
GW 140
1/10- 162
1/18- 160
1/25 -159
2/1 -159.8
2/8 -157
2/15 -156.8
2/22- 157
Nice to see everyone's progress and updates. I had the "binges" twice this week again, and did not walk everyday like I had been. Need to ramp up the exercise this week. It was -20 C yesterday morning here in Ontario, and my face is taking a beating from walking outside. BUT I bought a hood/balaclava like 'thingy' to wear....I'm past the point of caring if I look like a dork!!
Have a great week everyone.6 -
frankwbrown wrote: »THIS CHALLENGE: lose 30 pounds by end of March (starting in December)
Jul 10 : 330.0 (highest weight)
Nov 30 : 287.9 (starting weight)
Dec 04 : 283.5 : weekly loss = 4.4, total loss = 4.4
Dec 11 : 284.6 : weekly loss = -1.1, total loss = 3.3
Dec 18 : 283.8 : weekly loss = 0.8, total loss = 4.1
Dec 25 : 286.0 : December net loss = 1.9, total loss = 1.9
Jan 01 : 281.6 : weekly loss = 4.4, total loss = 6.3
Jan 08 : 279.1 : weekly loss = 2.5, total loss = 8.8
Jan 15 : 280.1 : weekly loss = -1.0, total loss = 7.8
Jan 22 : 276.5 : weekly loss = 3.6, total loss = 11.4
Jan 29 : 274.6 : January net loss = 11.4, total loss = 13.3
Feb 05 : 273.5 : weekly loss = 1.1, total loss = 14.4
Feb 12 : 275.3 : weekly loss = -1.8, total loss = 12.6
Feb 19 : 276.1 : weekly loss = -0.8, total loss = 11.8
It's disappointing to see little change over four weeks time, but my BIA scale indicates I am losing fat mass and gaining lean mass, so I am not too disappointed.
I now have a pool to swim in!
(it's a 40 mile drive, so I can't swim every day , but maybe twice a week).
Don't be discouraged...You are doing great! I have finally figured out that consistent action over the long haul will result in change and I see that with your progress. SO happy you are able to swim!!! Have fun in the pool.5 -
“Don’t try to be perfect. Just try to be better than yesterday.”
Sometimes our goals can be quite grand, and sometimes unrealistic. If we simply “try to be better than yesterday” each and every day, we’ll see progress.
Don’t give up. “Just try to be better than yesterday.”
And be kind to yourself.
Be well everyone.
Wise words....thanks for sharing🙏4 -
Start Weight 160.2
Goal Weight 135
12/28 160.2
1/4 155.8
1/11 155.4
1/18 154.2
1/25 152.4
2/1 152.6
2/8 150.0
2/15 151.8
2/22 149.2
My game plan all along has been to focus on building daily, lifelong, sustainable healthy habits. exercise for at least 30 min, drink water, prepare and log easy healthy meals that I love. I’m learning to believe in and trust the process! Feeling good.9 -
Hi all, heavy here with you...happy to report that my weight is starting to come off, it has taken so long for it to start moving, week, after week I stayed the same. Down 9 pounds from Jan 1, 2021, still a big man at 274, but can see and feel some progress....Yes!10
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Hi all, heavy here with you...happy to report that my weight is starting to come off, it has taken so long for it to start moving, week, after week I stayed the same. Down 9 pounds from Jan 1, 2021, still a big man at 274, but can see and feel some progress....Yes!
Congratulations! Nice to hear about your progress!!
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My check in day! This journey has been slow but steady!
HW 176.2 - December 2019
SW 174.8 - April 27/2020
CW 159.6 - February 22/2021
At this rate 30lbs by end of March will not happen...as long as I keep losing, I'll keep going!
Enjoy your week all!!!
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@shannonkelly08 Way to go, Sister! I'm so happy for you. Great results! 3
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Start Weight 160.2
Goal Weight 135
12/28 160.2
1/4 155.8
1/11 155.4
1/18 154.2
1/25 152.4
2/1 152.6
2/8 150.0
2/15 151.8
2/22 149.2
My game plan all along has been to focus on building daily, lifelong, sustainable healthy habits. exercise for at least 30 min, drink water, prepare and log easy healthy meals that I love. I’m learning to believe in and trust the process! Feeling good.
The process is working for you! Congrats😊0 -
shannonkelly08 wrote: »My check in day! This journey has been slow but steady!
HW 176.2 - December 2019
SW 174.8 - April 27/2020
CW 159.6 - February 22/2021
At this rate 30lbs by end of March will not happen...as long as I keep losing, I'll keep going!
Enjoy your week all!!!
@shannonkelly08 doing great!1 -
Hi all, heavy here with you...happy to report that my weight is starting to come off, it has taken so long for it to start moving, week, after week I stayed the same. Down 9 pounds from Jan 1, 2021, still a big man at 274, but can see and feel some progress....Yes!
@lperkins5 Congrats😃1 -
shannonkelly08 wrote: »My check in day! This journey has been slow but steady!
HW 176.2 - December 2019
SW 174.8 - April 27/2020
CW 159.6 - February 22/2021
At this rate 30lbs by end of March will not happen...as long as I keep losing, I'll keep going!
Enjoy your week all!!!
Way to reach a new decade!! @shannonkelly08
Exciting!6 -
@Up_n_Running I admire your approach! One step at a time, you are making such significant lifestyle changes, you are doing it at your own pace and you are very reflective throughout the process. I love reading about your thought process along the way. Way to go!7
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my background:
i was overwight for most of my life, but i hit obese bmi last june 2020, post lockdown at 90+kg. i felt really bad, so i did something about it. i educated myself as best as i can and got to work.
i found mfp last september and it was the best thing ever. it was more than a calorie counter, it was a community of like-minded people who understand.
by october, i was around 80kg, still a lot to go. i just kept at it and worked the long game. 1-hour home workouts everyday and meal prep every weekend.
just this january 2021, i got below 65kg, and now just maintaining below this weight. the long game was worth it. this is the best that i felt in years, physically and emotionally.
to anyone who reads this: you got this. the long game is worth it. keep evolving
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@shannonkelly08 Way to go, Sister! I'm so happy for you. Great results!
Thank you!!!! We can do this!!!
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@mc52012 Thank you!!!
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shannonkelly08 wrote: »My check in day! This journey has been slow but steady!
HW 176.2 - December 2019
SW 174.8 - April 27/2020
CW 159.6 - February 22/2021
At this rate 30lbs by end of March will not happen...as long as I keep losing, I'll keep going!
Enjoy your week all!!!
Way to reach a new decade!! @shannonkelly08
Exciting!
Thank you so much!!! It's very nice to see this!!!
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@gionrogado
Congrats!3
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