15 pounds to lose challenge February 1-May 1, 2022

RubyRed427

This is our fourth round of the 15 pounds to lose challenge. Come and join us! All are welcome! Post daily or weekly, and let us know what's working for you and what's not. We are a friendly bunch who want to be healthier!

enlightenme3

Thanks @RubyRed427 for setting up this next round. This round will hopefully get me to my goal weight (-10 pounds) and a maintenance buffer of another -5 pounds.

RubyRed427

enlightenme3 wrote: »

Thanks @RubyRed427 for setting up this next round. This round will hopefully get me to my goal weight (-10 pounds) and a maintenance buffer of another -5 pounds.

Sure! You're welcome! I know you can meet your goal weight!

SunnyDays930

Thank you again, Ruby! I need to do a bit better in February. I will do my final weigh in tomorrow for January on the other thread.

StepWise123

Thank you, Ruby! The last 2 rounds have helped me stay on track tremendously.

roz0810

Hello. New to this challenge and looking forward to joining you all for the next few months and more. Thank you ❤️

deepwoodslady

My name is Donna and I am 61 years old. I live in the Midwest of the USA. 5' 5" tall. My starting weight was 253. I have relapsed in the past year and need to get back on track. I am type 2 diabetic and in remission for breast cancer. Health is my #1 priority.
Thank you @RubyRed427 for starting another challenge.


Start Weight: 197.0 (Weight on January 31, 2022)
Goal Weight: 182.0
End Weight: xxxxx

Short term goal: To lose about 5 pounds per month.
Ultimate Goal Weight: 145-155 (I’ll know it when I get there!)

Every healthy habit brings me closer to scratching each of these off to NEVER see them again!
250’s; 240’s; 230’s; 220's; 210's; 200's; 190's; 180’s; 170's; 160's; 150’s



Feb 01…..xxxxx…..(Trend Weight: xxxxx)…..
Feb 03…..xxxxx…..(Trend Weight: xxxxx)…..
Feb 10…..xxxxx…..(Trend Weight: xxxxx)…..
Feb 17…..xxxxx…..(Trend Weight: xxxxx)…..
Feb 24…..xxxxx…..(Trend Weight: xxxxx)…..
Feb 28…..xxxxx…..(Trend Weight: xxxxx)…..


Feb Goal: 192.0
Feb Actual: xxxxx
Cumulative Weight Loss so Far: xxxxx



Mar 01…..xxxxx…..(Trend Weight: xxxxx)…..
Mar 07…..xxxxx…..(Trend Weight: xxxxx)…..
Mar 14…..xxxxx…..(Trend Weight: xxxxx)…..
Mar 21…..xxxxx…. (Trend Weight: xxxxx)…..
Mar 28…..xxxxx…..(Trend Weight: xxxxx)…..
Mar 31…..xxxxx…..(Trend Weight: xxxxx)…..


Mar Goal: xxxxx
Mar Actual: xxxxx
Cumulative Weight Loss so Far:



Apr 01…..xxxxx…..(Trend Weight: xxxxx)…..
Apr 04…..xxxxx…..(Trend Weight: xxxxx)…..
Apr 11…..xxxxx…..(Trend Weight: xxxxx)…..
Apr 18…..xxxxx…..(Trend Weight: xxxxx)…..
Apr 25…..xxxxx…..(Trend Weight: xxxxx)…..
Apr 31…..xxxxx…..(Trend Weight: xxxxx)…..


Apr Goal: xxxxx
Apr Actual: xxxxx
Cumulative Weight Loss so Far:

200Karen

RubyRed427 Thanks for starting this group 💗

deepwoodslady, Donna great to see you 👋

Best Wish to ALL 🥂


Hi, I’m Karen
I am 64 yrs young, 5'1” female from Oregon

My main goal is consistency.
I am 15 lbs from my goal weight.

For cardio, I enjoy walking and trampoline rebounding
For strength training, I enjoy hand weights 3-10 lb



February Goal 5 lb release 🥳
Day/Weight/Comment

01:

08:

15:

22:

28: GT RELEASE



March Goal 5 lb release 🥳
Day/Weight/Comment
31: GT RELEASE

April Goal 5 lb release 🥳
Day/Weight/Comment
30: GT RELEASE


👍
GW 120, BMI 22.7

Plasicage

Im too optimistically in!. I'm within last 20 pounds, and lower healthy weight range for my height, so it will be more challenging. I want to drop 15lbs this first half year, and maintain until next year and see how I feel about those last 5.
I tend to go on roller coaster ride with my water weight, so weekly weigh in 🙂

goyologo

Thank you, Ruby!
I would like to jump in, here

Beginning weight: 151.4
Goal weight: 136

Feb 1:
Feb 8:
Feb 15:
Feb 22:
Mar 1:
Mar 8:
Mar 15:
Mar 22:
Mar 29:
Apr 5:
Apr 12:
Apr 19:
Apr 26:

May 1:

shannonkelly08

I'm in again...and will be much more focused! This is doable!!!! Looking forward to being a part of this amazing group!!!

roz0810

SW: 266.4
GW for challenge: 251.4

1st Feb: 266.4

RubyRed427

Welcome everyone! I feel motivated and excited to stay on track. For the last week, I've had a smoothie for lunch; that must save me about 500 calories per day. Now, I'm getting used to this routine and don't feel that hungry. I think my stomach is a little flatter. Also, I feel energetic at work after "lunch". Little by little, we can all improve our health.

SunnyDays930

Thanks for continuing the challenge, Ruby! I lost 7.2 from Dec.15- Jan 31st. I'm not seeing TOO much difference...well my pants might fit a little better. I won't get discouraged. Rome wasn't built in a day!

12/15/21 170
01/01/22 169
01/31/22 162.8
02/01/22 162.8

Goal Weight for 02/28/22: 152.8-155.8 I should give myself a range so I don't feel so bad if I don't lose 10.
Will continue with major (hopefully none) alcohol reduction. I've also added collagen powder to my coffee which does add 45 calories per scoop but my joint pain is GONE and my hair is growing so fast I need to change all my color appointments to every 3 weeks. Plus my skin looks so much better. It's a miracle in a can. It's called Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides. Jennifer Aniston uses it so I figure it must be good.

Happy February to All! Only one more month of winter, woo hoo!

RunDMC2021

Good Morning!
After reading many of the final results from last round, I am inspired by many of you that met your goals or even just lost a bit!!
Touching base with the individuals in this group has been helpful for me personally, in staying on track and feeling that the weight loss IS possible.
Many Thanks🙏 @RubyRed427 for facilitating!
So great to see "familiar faces" and welcome to new ones......

RunDMC2021

WINTER ROUND FEB - APR/22 15LB LOSS

Female, 5'5", 54yrs (55 in 2 weeks, Ugh)
Start Weight 162 Jan/21
(Highest weight ever)
Goal Weight 150 reached Nov/21
Ultimate Goal Weight 140....Apr/22
Today's Weight 155.2

So, I actually gained weight after reaching my first goal of 150lb back in Nov/2021. This was because I dropped the ball and stopped putting myself 1st.
This round I'm committing to:
1) tracking food daily once again,
2) exercise of some sort minimum 30min/day
3)Some sort of self care like meditation/yoga everyday.
Will weigh in on Tuesdays.

Have a wonderful week everyone!

Plasicage

SW 153.2
Challenge goal weight: 140

Feb 1: 153.2

lizziebtothec

Nov - Jan: 203.4 - 195.6 - 7.8 lbs lost
Happy new challenge!!

2/1: 195.8 lbs - I walked 1.5 miles yesterday and was so out of breath. This covid recovery is no joke. I need to reset my half marathon training schedule to get back to somewhat one track. 33 days til race day.

200Karen

BEST WISHES MATES 🥂

Hi, I’m Karen
I am 64 yrs young, 5'1” female from Oregon

My main goal is consistency.
I am 15 lbs from my goal weight.

For cardio, I enjoy walking and trampoline rebounding
For strength training, I enjoy hand weights 3-10 lb

February Goal 5 lb release 🥳
Day/Weight/Comment
01: 135
Today's plan is a 30 minute cardio on trampoline and 30” walk around my neighborhood
AND the ‘big one NOT TO dive tongue first into DH's M&M bag 😂
It's so hard for me to stay out of the candy cupboard BUT today I WILL ✔️ 🥇

@Plasicage kind wishes with the last of your weight loss And stopping that roller coaster ride
(I’m right there with you)


@RubyRed427 I’m a smoothie fan, it helps me get my '4 daily servings' of veggies
This morning for breakfast it was 1/3 cup oatmeal, 1/3 T coconut oil, & fried egg
Then for my morning snack it's a veggie/fruit smoothie apple, carrots, celery & water

Helpful Hint for me: 👍
I make up 4 cups of Oatmeal then freeze 1/3 cup servings
Most mornings, I enjoy a serving instead of bread.

@lizziebtothec thinking of you as you push forward recovering from COVID 💗
Best wish with your 33 day training schedule


08:
15:
22:
28: GT RELEASE

March Goal 5 lb release 🥳
Day/Weight/Comment
01:

08:
15:
22:
29:
31: GT RELEASE

April Goal 5 lb release 🥳
Day/Weight/Comment
05:

12:
19:
26:
30: GT RELEASE


May 1st 👍
GW 120, BMI 22.7


💗 Karen

mirthegeologist

Hello everyone, I’m in for this challenge! Thanks for posting, Ruby!

My goals for this round are:
1. Choose snacks that include fruits or vegetables (rather than pure carbs).
2. Walk 4 times per week.
3. Refraining from binging sweets.
4. Lose 12 pounds (goal 138lbs).

2/1 - 150lbs

deepwoodslady

My name is Donna and I am 61 years old. I live in the Midwest of the USA. 5' 5" tall. My starting weight was 253. I have relapsed in the past year and need to get back on track. I am type 2 diabetic and in remission for breast cancer. Health is my #1 priority.
Thank you Ruby Red 427 for starting another challenge.


Start Weight: 197.0 (Weight on January 31, 2022)
Goal Weight: 182.0
End Weight: xxxxx

Short term goal: To lose about 5 pounds per month.
Ultimate Goal Weight: 145-155 (I’ll know it when I get there!)

Every healthy habit brings me closer to scratching each of these off to NEVER see them again!
250’s; 240’s; 230’s; 220's; 210's; 200's; 190's; 180’s; 170's; 160's; 150’s



Feb 01…..197.0…..(Trend Weight: 195.1)….. No change except the trend weight going up and that matters to me. Only 28 days this month to change that and many other things!

Feb 03…..xxxxx…..(Trend Weight: xxxxx)…..
Feb 10…..xxxxx…..(Trend Weight: xxxxx)…..
Feb 17…..xxxxx…..(Trend Weight: xxxxx)…..
Feb 24…..xxxxx…..(Trend Weight: xxxxx)…..
Feb 28…..xxxxx…..(Trend Weight: xxxxx)…..


Feb Goal: 192.0
Feb Actual: xxxxx
Cumulative Weight Loss so Far: xxxxx



Mar 01…..xxxxx…..(Trend Weight: xxxxx)…..
Mar 07…..xxxxx…..(Trend Weight: xxxxx)…..
Mar 14…..xxxxx…..(Trend Weight: xxxxx)…..
Mar 21…..xxxxx…. (Trend Weight: xxxxx)…..
Mar 28…..xxxxx…..(Trend Weight: xxxxx)…..
Mar 31…..xxxxx…..(Trend Weight: xxxxx)…..


Mar Goal: xxxxx
Mar Actual: xxxxx
Cumulative Weight Loss so Far:



Apr 01…..xxxxx…..(Trend Weight: xxxxx)…..
Apr 04…..xxxxx…..(Trend Weight: xxxxx)…..
Apr 11…..xxxxx…..(Trend Weight: xxxxx)…..
Apr 18…..xxxxx…..(Trend Weight: xxxxx)…..
Apr 25…..xxxxx…..(Trend Weight: xxxxx)…..
Apr 31…..xxxxx…..(Trend Weight: xxxxx)…..


Apr Goal: xxxxx
Apr Actual: xxxxx
Cumulative Weight Loss so Far:

enlightenme3

Female, 5’7”
HW: 181 pounds (Dec 30, 2019)
Feb 1 Start Weight: 144.0 pounds
Apr 30 Goal Weight: 130 pounds (maintenance buffer weight)
Ultimate Goal Weight: 135 pounds

Feb 1: 144.0
Feb 8:
Feb 15:
Feb 22:
Feb 28:
Total weight loss/gain to date in February: +/- 0 pounds

Mar 1:
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Total weight loss/gain to date in March: +/- 0 pounds

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Total weight loss/gain to date in April: +/- 0 pounds

Total challenge loss/gain to date: +/- 0 pounds

Chalmation

Challenge Starting Weight: 136.6
Challenge/Ultimate Goal Weight: 125

February 1: 136.6

ashleycarole86

Original starting weight - 293 (01/28/22)
February start weight: 178
Challenge goal weight: 160.6
(My original goal weight was 168 - top end of normal BMI - but as I approach it I know I won't be done there. What exactly is happening beyond that is a little outside my planning range yet but I'm estimating as best I can)

Feb 1 - 178

StepWise123

Hi everyone! I'm Denise, live in Oregon and I'm in my early 70s.

Round 3 for me! This round I’m treating myself like a scientific Guinea pig project using this free National Institutes of Health “Body Weight Planner”. Link: https://bit.ly/3gddENO (We’ll see!)
Goal: reach about 126 lbs this round (-10), stay with my plant-based diet, keep using weights, and lower my cholesterol in the process.

Feb 1 - 136
7
14
21
28

Sistersue3285

Hi. I'm joining this challenge as I need some inspiration, support and help. I will be 60 this year and need to lose this extra weight as I have osteoarthritis in knees and lower back. I want to be able to spend more quality time with my Grandchildren. My final goal is to get to 145lbs.

Here is to a New Start
Feb. 1 194.2

goyologo

Glad to see y'all joining -- just your being here, reporting in, is inspiration & motivating for me -- thank you! And good luck!

Beginning weight: 151.4
Goal weight: 136

Feb 1: 150.6
Feb 8:
Feb 15:
Feb 22:
Mar 1:
Mar 8:
Mar 15:
Mar 22:
Mar 29:
Apr 5:
Apr 12:
Apr 19:
Apr 26:

May 1:

WeatherJane

Challenge starting weight 155.6
Challenge goal weight 145.0

I'm starting this challenge at a higher weight than the previous challenge.
My goal for this challenge:
1. Get back on track.

2/1 155.6

cpanus

I'm in. I'm Chris. I live in northern California.
71 year old female...5'5" ...I used to be 5'7" but arthritis hit and I lost two inches, so now that two inches is squished around my waist like the billows of a big accordion...
...Oh, well. I'll just keep working on it.
Highest Weight: 192.2
Challenge Starting Weight: 148.5
Challenge Goal: 135
Ultimate Goal Weight: 130.0
02/01 - 148.5 at 5:30 a.m. ...6.25 miles in 109 mins
02/07 -
02/14 -
02/21 -
02/28 -
03/01 -
03/07 -
03/14 -
03/21 -
03/28 -
03/31 -
04/01 -
04/04 -
04/11 -
04/18 -
04/25 -
04/30 -
Chris

roz0810

SW: 266.4
GW for challenge: 251.4

1st Feb: 266.4
2nd Feb 262.6

Needed that big drop after my 3 day off plan eating! Drunk 3 litres of water yesterday and was way under calories goal. Good luck to all in this challenge!

39flavours

F41, 5'4
Heaviest: 180.8 (5th July '21)
Challenge SW: 140.4 (trend 140.1)
Challenge GW: 133.4lbs (1st May '22)(7lbs)
UGW: 122.4lbs

I've been drifting for the last couple of months, managing to maintain but not really making much progress. I lost 5.4 last time but with lots of ups and downs (6.4 if you count the 1lb I lost from yesterday!). I'm now at a healthy bmi so losing any weight from now on will take a lot of effort so I'm setting a goal of 7lbs which should put me at 10lbs from my ultimate goal weight.
I need to make every day count and up my calorie burn through exercise and activity, no more slow mornings and lazy evenings!
It's a new year and the days are getting longer so time to seize the opportunity. I have my 10 year anniversary at the end of May, possibly planning a 2 week road trip in Canada (I'm in the UK) so I want to be happy and in strong health for that, time to get on it!

Feb 1: 140.4 (trend 140.1) Slightly above my trend weight but I'm happy with that as a starting place
Feb 8:
Feb 15:
Feb 22:

Feb Goal 137.1
Feb Actual
Left to lose 7/7

Mar 1:
Mar 8:
Mar 15:
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Apr 5:
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May 1: