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

Sistersue3285

cheddarheadmn wrote: »

Hi, I’m late joining. 5’6” female and currently weigh 201.2. Lost 15 pounds a while ago doing 16-8 intermittent fasting then literally gained 19 pounds during Covid 19.
My first goal is to get to 185, which the BMI calculator describes as overweight rather than obese! Turning 60 this summer so I hope to be in better shape by then.

Feb. 6. 201.2

Welcome

I too am turning 60 this year. I find the older I get the harder it is to lose the weight. I have osteoarthritis in my knees and back so finding exercises that work for me is a challenge. I do try to get out a walk at least 4 times a week. Yoga and strength training are the next things I'm going to try

Good Luck on your new journey to a healthier you.

dalexandrovski

Sure I'll join ☺️ Thanks for starting this challenge

Here goes

Beginning weight: 161.6
Goal weight: 146.6

Feb 6: 161.6
Feb 15:
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May 1:

roz0810

@Sistersue3285 thank you! I'm tracking everything, staying below my calorie goal, drinking 2-3 litres of water daily, and little bit of exercise too. I'm also doing intermittent fasting. I haven't been in the mood to eat breakfast lately so I just have lunch and dinner. So I'm doing 20:4 IF. Good luck ❤️

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.
2/2: 195.6 lbs
2/3: 196.0 lbs - super tired and cranky today. should be a fun day.
2/4: 197.8 lbs -
2/7: 200.4 lbs - I'm not super sure what caused such a large gain. I wasn't as restrictive as normal Thurs - Sat last week but still was within 500 calories of my limit each day. I was back to normal eating yesterday. I feel super bloated so hopefully after a couple normal eating days this will go back down.

RunDMC2021

Good Monday Morning,

Hope everyone had a good weekend. Just wanted to say thank you for sharing your experiences and advice.
@RubyRed427
@SunnyDays930
@Toronto6fan
@Plasicage
@frankwbrown
Reset Monday!
I am I incorporating a couple of your suggestions…..Not bringing processes sugary treats in the house but will have a fresh fruit in the evening as that is the ‘witching hour’ for me.
Also @RubyRed427 …… you are bang on with finding something to keep me busy in the evening! I retire to the couch with my British series DVD’s( I’m old school and still use the library!) and then routinely eat deserts. I need to change that habit/routine for sure.
Thanks All👍

frankwbrown

CHALLENGE: lose 10 pounds by May 2nd (13 weeks)
highest weight: 330 (7/10/2020)
January 31st starting weight: 229.3 (7-day average)
May 2nd goal weight: 219.3
ultimate goal weight: 210-220 (whatever gets me down to ~20% body fat)

Jan 31 : 229.3 (starting weight) (Weigh-in day: Monday)
Feb 07 : 226.9 : lost 2.37
Feb 14 :
Feb 21 :
Feb 28 :
Mar 07 :
Mar 14 :
Mar 21 :
Mar 28 :
Apr 04 :
Apr 11 :
Apr 18 :
Apr 25 :
May 02 :

Goal : 219.3 : desired loss = 10.0 pounds in 13 weeks
Actual : 226.9 : 2.4 pounds in first week

I'm off to a good start, although I don't really want to lose at this rate. I'll be playing with my "calories consumed" in search of the right balance. It's a nice problem to have, after having plateaued for so long! 😂

RubyRed427

RunDMC2021 wrote: »

Good Monday Morning,

Hope everyone had a good weekend. Just wanted to say thank you for sharing your experiences and advice.
@RubyRed427
@SunnyDays930
@Toronto6fan
@Plasicage
@frankwbrown
Reset Monday!
I am I incorporating a couple of your suggestions…..Not bringing processes sugary treats in the house but will have a fresh fruit in the evening as that is the ‘witching hour’ for me.
Also @RubyRed427 …… you are bang on with finding something to keep me busy in the evening! I retire to the couch with my British series DVD’s( I’m old school and still use the library!) and then routinely eat deserts. I need to change that habit/routine for sure.
Thanks All👍

Thanks for your kindness! Love being on this journey with you and the gang.

Today, I went for a physical. Yes, I gained a few pounds since my last one last year; but I told myself not to body shame myself when I was changing into that dreaded gown. It is good to remind ourselves, "We are doing the best we can.". Sometimes my best is not so good, but it is good enough.

I worked out after the physical, and this week I don't have many plans after work. My fiance (we got engaged recently) and I have been trying to cook often. I must cut back on the wine; even 2-3 glasses adds up to too many calories and makes me feel blah in the morning.

In the past, I felt my best when I stopped to work out after work every day; even if it was 30 min. on the elliptical. It was a good routine. I also cut back on portions and ate more protein. All pretty simple changes, but I felt really good three years ago. I look forward to feeling that well again, soon!

cgm117

Well I'm back again. My diet fell by the wayside right before the holidays until ...today. Haven't stepped on the scale yet.. that will happen tomorrow, but I am ready to commit myself back to eating healthfully and feeling good. It's great to see all of you who successfully completed the last round and look forward to continuing this journey with you. My goal today is to move more and get some healthy food into my fridge.

StepWise123

Round 3 for me! This round I’m treating myself like a scientific Guinea pig project
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
Feb 7 - 135.5 (-0.5)
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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 - 148.2 at 5:00 a.m. ...60 min workout w/trainer
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Chris

200Karen

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.
GW 120, BMI 22.7

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

February Goal 3 lb release 🥳
Day/Weight/Comment
01: 135
08: 134.5
15:
22:
28: GT RELEASE to date in February: pounds


March Goal 3 lb release 🥳
Day/Weight/Comment
01:
08:
15:
22:
29:
31: GT RELEASE to date in March: pounds


April Goal 3 lb release 🥳
Day/Weight/Comment
05:
12:
19:
26:
30: GT RELEASE to date in April: pounds

Total challenge loss/gain to date: pounds


May 1st 👍

MY daily read: “Karen YOU HAVE GOT THIS” 🥁
'Consistency is the ONLY key to achieving my desired result'

"I can do all things through Christ which strengthen me" Philippians 4:13

MY “WHY’s AND HOW’s”:

I want to be free from diabetes, heart failure, high blood pressure
I want to walk, hike, shop, explore
I want to prove ‘YES I CAN’

I will educate myself on nutrition, prioritize health over body image and/or weight loss.
I will hold myself accountable, not using any situation of person as a scapegoat
I will pay attention to what I eat, and keep a food log
I will stay physically active
I will keep realistic expectations
I will accept compliments and decide whether input from others will influence me
I will learn to recognize portion size, calories, and when I am full
I will say to myself, “Ok that’s it, I’m done!”
I will focus on the process of developing good habits, rather than a finite result
I will I do the best I can with the tools I have
I will say to myself, “KAREN YOU HAVE GOT THIS”
……..
My long term vision is to maintain my weight in the BMI ‘Normal Weight Range’ of 22.7
Why I want this goal is for managing my heart health and diabetes.
And to feel enticed to continue hiking and enjoying family and friends.

Positive actions and reasons:
1. daily logging of nutrition & water,
providing visual information to help me choose wisely
(my goals: 4 veggies, 2 fruit, 64oz water)

2. weekly movement,
providing lubricant to my joints to keep them mobile
(my goals: 90” of cardio, 60” of ST, flexibility of 40”)

3. daily thanks to God and self,
providing a relationship/direction with God and reassurance/strength for me

“Karen YOU HAVE GOT THIS”

😍 Karen

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.
2/2: 195.6 lbs
2/3: 196.0 lbs - super tired and cranky today. should be a fun day.
2/4: 197.8 lbs -
2/7: 200.4 lbs - I'm not super sure what caused such a large gain. I wasn't as restrictive as normal Thurs - Sat last week but still was within 500 calories of my limit each day. I was back to normal eating yesterday. I feel super bloated so hopefully after a couple normal eating days this will go back down.
2/8: 199.6 lbs - I was able to walk 3 miles yesterday. I fell hard on my lower back in the ice last week. I am still afraid to try and run.

SavageMrsMoose

I would love to join this group! This is a perfect time frame for me as I’m heading to Italy with my daughter May 5th and want to not cringe at the photos

My name is Melissa. I’m 52. I’m 5’6”. I split my time between Texas and Colorado. I am very active, love to run, ski and am obsessed with my Peloton. My main vice is “Happy Hour” snacking and drinking wine in the evening while watching tv, cooking dinner, etc. I’ve stayed AF for the past 10 days.

Goal weight for this challenge- 145
Ultimate goal weight- in the 130s

End of January- 164

Feb 2 161
Feb 3 161.5
Feb 4 159.5
Feb 7 161.4 (drove for 2 days eating room service and subway in the process!)

Cindy01Louisiana

I have 15-20 pounds to go (not sure of end goal number).

Beginning weight on October 5, 2021: 180
January 1, 2022: 162.2
February 28 Goal: 157
UGW: Somewhere between 140-145

Feb 01: 159.8
Feb 08: 157.6
Feb 15:
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Mar 01:
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May 01:

Cindy01Louisiana

RunDMC2021 wrote: »

I am I incorporating a couple of your suggestions…..Not bringing processes sugary treats in the house but will have a fresh fruit in the evening as that is the ‘witching hour’ for me.
Also @RubyRed427 …… you are bang on with finding something to keep me busy in the evening! I retire to the couch with my British series DVD’s( I’m old school and still use the library!) and then routinely eat deserts. I need to change that habit/routine for sure.
Thanks All👍

For RunDMC and anyone~ If you haven't tried the Sumo mandarin yet, you MUST. They are in season for just a short while more. Many stores sell them and you can do an internet search for where they are near you, but I find the best ones in my area at Whole Foods. They are extremely easy to peel; you'll rarely find a seed; the segment divider membranes and very thin and easily chewed; and they are, hands down, the best citrus I've ever eaten. Excellent treat!

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…..195.8…..(Trend Weight: 195.4)….. Working on some changes. One’s I’ve made before. Running after that wagon I fell off!

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: 144.8
Feb 15:
Feb 22:
Feb 28:
Total weight loss/gain to date in February: + 0.8 pounds

Mar 1:
Mar 8:
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Mar 22:
Mar 29:
Mar 31:
Total weight loss/gain to date in March: +/- 0 pounds

Apr 1:
Apr 8:
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Total weight loss/gain to date in April: +/- 0 pounds

Total challenge loss/gain to date: + 0.8 pounds

Plasicage

SW 153.2
Challenge goal weight: 140

Feb 1: 153.2
Feb 8: 152.2

The scale didn't budge at all until today! 🎉 I've been tracking daily, and working out almost daily. I realize I asked my body to do 180, and usually it's 2- 3 weeks of adjustment for me. Let's go new week 💪

*still sticking to weekly weigh in for the roller coaster sanity 😆

luckyladyatsea

CHALLENGE: I am happily under 220lbs by May 2nd, 2022 or earlier.

Action Plan:
* 6 week mini with 2 week maintenance. (Losing weight is not my problem, maintaining the lost weight is the true challenge)
* 17 fasting days every 8 weeks
* I am living the plant based lifestyle
* Drink more than 2 liters water daily

January 20th starting weight: 232.2
May 2nd goal weight: Under 220lbs

Jan 23 : 231.8 (Start of first 6 week mini challenge)
Jan 31 : 230.6 - 5 days 14:10 fasting
Feb 07 : 232.4 (Bloating)
Feb 14 :
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cgm117

57 y/o F, 5'6"

Starting weight: 131.6
Current weight: 131.6
Goal weight: 120

2/8 131.6

So the scale shock wasn't as great as I was anticipating but I believe I lost a lot of muscle mass from not working out for almost 3 mos. My clothes don't fit the same as they did when I was this weight back in December. It's clearly time to hit those weights again.

Chalmation

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

February 1: 136.6
February 8: 137.4 Had a hungry day Sunday. Back on track now.

Sistersue3285

Weigh in Day

Feb. 1 194.2
Feb. 8 193.4

This is going to be a challenging week as I have 2 birthday dinners this week. One tonight and another Saturday. Going to try eat healthier and carefully the rest of the week.

KakoHikes

Hello! Glad to see so many new and returning faces My first post is a bit delayed, had a busy week and delayed getting my google doc ready for the next few months
Anyways, Am 34/F, living in Oregon and restarted my journey to better health last June after some not so good lab results gave me the kick I needed. I’ve lost weight before but gained it back and more by letting stress turn into apathy about my health. I am planning on this time being the one that sticks, making healthy habits and learning how to cook healthy foods.

I have lost 44lbs since I started, can now fit in clothes two sizes smaller and have lowered my resting heart rate by 15bpm. My lab results have also improved. I’ve been trying new(to me) food and have found spices and dishes I’ve really enjoyed that are healthy and delish. With exercising regularly, I can now go up stairs without getting out of breath, am able to go up hills and on hikes without feeling like I am dying and have more energy and better mental health. Some days I have to remind myself of the above benefits so far, when I am feeling tired and my motivation is waning.

My current deficit is set to lose at least .5lbs each week, with the goal to not eat any of my exercise calories. My main exercise right now is walking and playing ring fit adventure. By the end of this period I should have a basic strength training program going.

May 28th 2021 Weight 240lbs (also my highest weight)
Ultimate goal weight 170lbs (I’ll reassess once there but that feels more like a doable goal right now)

Challenge starting weight- 196
Challenge end goal- 188
Sunday is my weigh in day


2/01 196.2
2/06 195.2. Had a good but busy week. Had first pt appt for a creaky knee and have home exercise to do to try and help correct patella tracking disorder a bit. Have been working on increasing the distance of my walks when I have time, and doing an extra hill. It been nice surprising nice out and have really enjoyed my walks

mirthegeologist

Covid hit our house this week, so it was a pretty sedentary week for us. I’ve done a good job choosing snacks and eating near my calorie goal most days. I’m looking forward to returning to my normal activity levels this week.

2/1 - 150lbs
2/8 - 149.8lbs

goyologo

Beginning weight: 151.4
Goal weight: 136


Feb 1: 151.4
Feb 8: 149.4
Feb 15:
Feb 22:
Mar 1:
Mar 8:
Mar 15:
Mar 22:
Mar 29:
Apr 5:
Apr 12:
Apr 19:
Apr 26:

May 1:

Well, this is going to go slowly... It is such a shame that the pounds bulk on so quickly but are so slow to come off. C'est la vie. I am happy with myself that I bit the bullet last week - jumped on the scale and started this challenge. I was avoiding the truth (um, yeah, pants are not fitting) & mirrors & the scale & MFP logging, and checking in, etc. Such a relief to commit to getting back on track again with the support of this challenge. Good luck, everyone, for a successful week ahead, & thanks for being here!

SunnyDays930

"Food" for thought. Though for most people, easier said than done.

https://www.cnn.com/2022/02/08/health/longer-life-diet-wellness/index.html

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.
2/2: 195.6 lbs
2/3: 196.0 lbs - super tired and cranky today. should be a fun day.
2/4: 197.8 lbs -
2/7: 200.4 lbs - I'm not super sure what caused such a large gain. I wasn't as restrictive as normal Thurs - Sat last week but still was within 500 calories of my limit each day. I was back to normal eating yesterday. I feel super bloated so hopefully after a couple normal eating days this will go back down.
2/8: 199.6 lbs - I was able to walk 3 miles yesterday. I fell hard on my lower back in the ice last week. I am still afraid to try and run.
2/9: 199.0 lbs - 3 miles walked yesterday.

Plasicage

SunnyDays930 wrote: »

"Food" for thought. Though for most people, easier said than done.

https://www.cnn.com/2022/02/08/health/longer-life-diet-wellness/index.html

I've been a junk food vegan since that age (20), and veggie for 8 years before that. I think my veggie consumption has gone up recently because it offers most volume of food for least calories. But I consume a lot of fake meats/protein powders and bars to keep up with my macros. I need a lot of protein to feel full and stop eating. If I eat the 'healthy' typical vegan diet, I just wouldn't stop eating!! Love all the delicious healthy carby foods. Still my vegetable consumption is way up since quitting breads and grains.

Actually the veggie life is the cause of my initial weight gain in early adolescent. I wasn't obese teen, just over weight.

Toronto6fan

I'm Michelle, back for another round. Last round I just maintained but it's the first time I did not put on weight in December so I'll take it. My goals are to hit 10000 steps a day and once the weather improves to add in swimming. I'd like to lose 10 pounds, 5 in the challenge.

Feb 2 159
Feb 9 159

I was seeing lower weights all week so hopefully trending down.

shannonkelly08

I'm Shannon and this is my third challenge, as they say, third times a charm! I'm a little late to posting my goals for this challenge. A few excuses and denial of my lack of commitment but here I am ready to post! I had a reality check last night after figuring out the actual calories that I needed to lose weight. It was a little discouraging as the older you get and restricted with the activities portion of weight loss. I have a medical condition that only allows me to walk for exercise so focusing on healthy food choices is key...but I have not been doing that so here I go again!! I would like to lose 20lbs in total so realistically 10lbs for this challenge is the goal and Wednesday will be my weigh-in day!!!

Feb 2 - Did not weigh-in out of embarrassment and shame lol
Feb 9 - 166

Thank you to everyone who posts and shares!!! You are all amazing and inspire me and I'm so happy to be a part of this group!!!