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

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:
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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!!!

mthomas0228

February Goal = 5 lbs
01: 186.3
08: 185.4
15:
22:
February Pounds Lost = 0.9 lbs

March Goal = 8 lbs
01:
08:
15:
22:
29:
March Pounds Lost =

April Goal = 7 lbs
05:
12:
19:
26:
April Pounds Lost =

May 1st
GW = 166.3

RunDMC2021

*F, 5'5", 54*

Original SW 162 - Jan/21
My 3month challenge is to lose 10lb
from Feb 1~ Apr 30/22

Feb 1) 155.2
Feb 8) 155.4

I am still fighting the sugar demon.
At least I have not gained which is a miracle considering all the cinnamon buns, cookie dough treats and pies I have eaten the past weeks🤨🙄
I do enjoy exercise (thank goodness)and get our for brisk pace walking of at least 5-6km/4-5 times a week. I did a 30 min yoga dvd last Friday and then did that in addition to the walk yesterday. I was tired later!!!!
If I can control my addiction, I'm hoping to get under the 150lb range once again and ideally close to that 145 goal!
Need to keep busy.

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…..196.0…..(Trend Weight: 195.2)….. I’ve actually done much better this week and was down lower than today’s weight but last night my daughter decided to buy pizza for us and the handyman that worked all day. 3 slices later I’m up 2 ½ pounds overnight! Boy, did it ever taste salty! I’ll push water today. The rest of the meals or snacks were on point yesterday. One meal sure can do a LOT of damage! Hopefully, a better weigh-in next week.


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)…..
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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:

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
Feb 3 - 179.2
Feb 10 - 177.8

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.
2/10: 199.0 lbs

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.
2/10: 199.0 lbs
2/11: 1992. lbs - I'm going to try to run today for the first time after my fall. fingers crossed!

KakoHikes

Cindy01Louisiana wrote: »

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!

Thank you for this! I googled Sumo citrus after you mentioned it, got it at my local store this week and had my first one today. It was so nummy! Yes a bit spendy compared to other citrus but worth it.

amcalhaney

Last week I had a gain of 2.5 lbs. This week a loss of 1.9lbs! Under 200lbs for the first time since 2018! 199.1!

SavageMrsMoose

I think I’m going to have my weigh in on Fridays. It’s always my best day on the scale.

Starting weight 161
Goal weight for challenge- 145

2/3 161.5
2/4 159.5
2/7 161.4
2/9 160.2
2/11 157

Finally below 160 again!

SuzQmfp

Hi I'm Sue and I'm just figuring out there is a whole community!! I've been on my get healthy journey for 2 years and am hoping to loose 15 pounds by my birthday beginning of April to finally hit my goal weight!