Just Give Me 10 Days - Round 189
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ROUND 188
SW: 179.2starting a little late: weighing every day will be difficult, i usually only weigh in on sunday. i've been bouncing back and forth with my weight, a tiny gain, a tiny loss. think i will add a little exercise to the dieting plan.ROUND 189
👍👍This is NOT A DIET. It’s a LIFESTYLE👍👍
SW: 179.2
Day/Weight/Comment
5/27
5/28
5/29: 179.2 30 minute walk @2.5mph 1691 calories
5/30: 178.6 1193 calories
5/31: 176.6 30 minute walk @ 2.5 mph 1254 calories
6/1 : 178 1100 calories (and there is the bounce. not letting it bother me, 'cause my normal weigh in is sunday. when i report my weight on sunday i'll still have lost some). not sure if i'll be walking for a little while. i have arthritis in the hips. the walk yesterday i wasn't sure if i would make it home. healthy weight must come with a healthy body.
6/2 : 178, 1538 calories. going to have to do better. i caught myself "boredom" eating. i will be sure to set higher standards of myself tomorrow.
6/3 : 178.2, 1224 calories not a bad day. disappointed with my sandwiches. i used to make them with joseph's flax, oat bran, wheat lavish bread. the grocery store didn't have that when i went shopping. decided to buy pepperidge farm very thin whole wheat. it'll be excellent for toast, but for sandwich? naaah. making a mental note to buy extra joseph's when they're back... i'll freeze it.
6/4 : 178.6 1609 calories. was my calorie intake poor choices? i don't think so. it's disappointing to see my weight continue to go up.... but there's other things to consider. i haven't been able to walk for several days, and my quitting smoking has been going very well. i am still using the step 2 patch, but sometimes i forget to replace it, and when stress triggers the "i NEED a cigarette" i'm able to fight past the urge. maybe i'm seeing things right/wrong. i've consumed 350 less calories this week than needed to "maintain" without the exercise, so my weight is probably right where it should be.
6/5 : 180.2 1037 calories. hmmmm. not really understanding how the app keeps telling me i'll weigh less in 5 weeks, but my weight keeps going up. it's proving to be quite the disappointment.
SW: 180.2
Day/Weight/Comment
6/6: 179, my eating was a mess today, macro's messed up, calories exceeded. i did get a good 2mi. walk in @3.0mph. i have also graduated to step 3 with the nicotine patch, that was a difficult experience also (yay me.... i didn't give in!) i'd like to go for another walk tonight, but worry about the arthritis. maybe a nice slow stroll around the community.
6/7: 178.8 my eating is still a mess, macro's still messed up, now i have seriously lagged in calories. it was too hot to sleep last night, so when i finally got to sleep i ended up waking up too late to take a walk. heat and humidity do not agree with me. i'd like to go out now to walk, but sometime tonight the county is spraying for mosquito's (not even sure if my area is being sprayed, just don't want to get caught in it if it is). every thing seems disappointing today, but i do have a beautiful cucumber in my garden that i will pick tomorrow morning!
6/8: 178.2 that's not a true weight loss. previously, i have been weighing myself at all different times of the day, so my weight would vary. i think i have found the perfect time in the morning to get on that scale. hopefully, i can continue to hit the scale about the same time in the morning to get an accurate weight gain/loss. calories today were pretty good. macros still terrible. took a 1.5mi walk @3.0mph, so i'm feeling good that i got that in. cigarette cravings are still high, and a couple times today i replaced smoking with food.... not good.
6/9: 178.2 way over in my fats, way under in my carbs, protein just about perfect. bacon is one of my weaknesses... i just couldn't resist those 2 extra pieces this morning. i had planned on just one. today was a hectic day inside the house. the AC needs replacing ($$$), and i was bouncing back in forth between chores to stay out of the tech's way. it's my off day from walking which i am glad of. surprisingly, it's not arthritis that's giving me trouble, it's pain in the arch of my foot (i believe it to be plantar fasciitis, but have never had it diagnosed). have it wrapped with ace bandage so pressure is applied. maybe tomorrow i will get out and purchase duct tape to wrap it in (believe it or not, it works!)
6/10: 178 today... craving comfort food. went over in calories and waaay over in sodium. dreading my weight in tomorrow, but that's the price i pay.
6/11: 178...no loss, no gain which i am feeling grateful of. again today i exceeded calories. i did get to go for a walk though, 1.5mi @3.0mph. i've got my ear buds charging (maybe i'll go out late tonight and dance around). tomorrow i am going to "the sons of italy" lodge to make my membership official. no, i'm not italian (although the way i eat some pasta, you might think so). I live in a gated community, and have only met people at least 20 yrs. older or at least 20 yrs younger than myself. i'm hoping i can meet some people at the lodge with similar likes as myself so i can get out and do more.
6/12: 179... and there is (some?) of the weight i've been expecting to see. i am hoping to be more mindful of my sodium intake (it is a little difficult, as i have italian cured meats (sopressata and prosciutto which i must be sure NEVER to purchase again) in the fridge. the person i live with had said he wanted tuna mixed up for sandwiches. i made it for him, and now after drinking too much and not feeling well after eating the sandwich, he has decided he doesn't want to eat any more of it. sometimes i wonder if he's trying to sabotage me, knowing that i will not throw food away. i try eating it in moderation before it spoils, but obviously that hasn't worked out so well for me.
6/13: 180.8 hopefully this is all that will show up! i mean honestly.... i didn't exceed my calories by THAT much, and my walks aren't figured into my calorie allowance. is it the salt? well, i made a decision to plan all those cured meats into my meals immediately, so i'm not dragging out the high sodium. making to to at least drink 8 cups water (hopefully to flush some out of my system). i did get to walk 2mi @3.0mph. i had the ear buds in, and i didn't want to stop. it was after 11pm, so figured i should before neighbors thought i was someone snooping around looking to commit a burglary.
6/14: 178.2 well, originally the scale said 177.8 and i didn't believe it so went back and did it again. came up with the 178.2 i like that number, so i'm going to keep it and not go back again. (i lied, i went back again this time it said 177.6 stupid battery operated digital scale!) the HVAC people were here yesterday putting in the new AC from 9am to 7:30pm. no AC hot, humid, and miserable in the house all day, and they still have to come back today to finish. at least the AC is back on. i hope they don't have to turn it off again. calories and macros have been good the past couple days, and that cured meat is gone (there was only a total of 6oz), so sodium should start to be at a reasonable level. i have also been measuring my inches, just the 3 that originally show up in the MFP app., neck, waist, and hips. i do only 1 on a rotating basis so it takes 3 weeks of MFP before the area gets a new measurement. i have been doing this for 9 weeks. this past sunday was "hip" day which is the only measurement which has ever showed any loss. i went down 1 inch.
6/15: 178.2 well, it looks like i picked the correct weight to list yesterday. i will be leaving this afternoon to visit with my father up north. i'm expecting a terrible diet, and weight gain. it's OK though, it's a small price to pay to visit your dad when they're in their mid 80's. i'm wishing you all the best of luck in the next week, and i will be back posting probably for the last couple days in round 1908 -
Female, 5ft. 6 in.
Age 58
Akron, Ohio
OSW: 186 (March 2018)
Maintenance: 140-145 (December 2018)
My 150th Round!
I need to get back on track and back down to 145.After losing 12 lbs. I was stuck at 174lbs. for a couple weeks until I found this challenge.
End R40: 171 (-3) - May 2018
End R41: 170.5 (-.5)
End R42: 168 (-2.5)
End R43: 165 (-3)
End R44: 163.5 (-1.5)
End R45: 163 (-.5)
End R46: 160 (-3)
End R47: 158.5 (-1.5)
End R48: 159 (+.5)
End R49: 157.5 (-1.5)
End R50: 154.5 (-3)
End R51: 154 (-.5)
End R52: 153 (-1)
End R53: 152.5 (-.5)
End R54: 151 (-1.5)
End R55: 149.5 (-1.5)
End R56: 146.5 (-3)
End R57: 146.5 (0)
End R58: 146.5 (0)
End R59: 144 (-2.5)
End R60: 144 (0)
End R61: 145 (+1)
End R62: 144 (-1)
End R63: 147.5 (+3.5) Christmas and New Year’s - 2018
End R64: 145 (-2.5)
End R65: 145.5 (+.5)
End R66: 144 (-1.5)
End R67: 142.5 (-1.5)
End R68: 143 (+.5)
End R69: 144.5 (+1.5)
End R70: 142 (-2.5)
End R71: 141.5 (-.5)
End R72: 140 (-1.5)
End R73: 141 (+1)
End R74: 143 (+2)
End R75: 142 (-1)
End R76: 144.5 (+2.5)
End R77: 144 (-.5)
End R78: 143.5 (-.5)
End R79: 143.5 (0)
End R80: 140 (-3.5)
End R81: 143.5 (+3.5)
End R82: 142 (-1.5)
End R83: 143.5 (+1.5)
End R84: 142.5 (-1)
End R85: 142 (-.5)
End R86: 142 (0)
End R87: 140.5 (-1.5)
End R88: 141.5 (+1)
End R89: 141.5 (0)
End R90: 145 (+3.5) Quit smoking - 2019
End R91: 145 (0)
End R92: 143.5 (-1.5)
End R93: 146 (+2.5)
End R94: 144.5 (-1.5)
End R95: 143.5 (-1)
End R96: 144.5 (+1)
End R97: 146.5 (+2) Thanksgiving aftermath
End R98: 145.5, BF33.2%, MM 63% (-1)
End R99: 147.5 (+2) Christmas - 2019
End R100: 147 (-.5) New Year
End R101: 147 (0)
End R102: 145.5 (-1.5)
End R103: 144 (-1.5)
End R104: 143(-1)
End R105: 143.5 (+.5)
End R106: 143.5 (0)
End R107: 143.5 (0)
End R108: 142 (-1.5)
End R109: 143 (+1)
End R110: 143 (0)
End R111: 144 (+1)
End R112: 146 (+2)
End R113: 143.5 (-2.5)
End R114: 146.5 (+3)
End R115: 146 (-.5)
End R116: 146 (0)
End R117: 145.5 (-.5)
End R118: 146 (+.5)
End R119: 146.5 (+.5)
End R120: 147 (+.5)
End R121: 147 (0)
End R122: 145 (-2)
End R123: 144.5 (-.5)
End R124: 143 (-1.5)
End R125: 143 (0) - Labor Day
End R126: 144.5 (+1.5)
End R127: 142.5(-2)
End R128: 143 (+.5)
End R129: 142.5 (-.5)
End R130: 144 (+1.5)
End R131: 144(0)
End R132: 143 (-1)
End R133: 144 (+1) Thanksgiving
End R134: 143.5
End R135: 143.5
End R136: 143.5 Christmas and New Year - 2020
End R137: 144 (+.5) Dan's cancer diagnosis
End R138: 145 (+1)
End R139: 146 (+1)
End R140: 145.5 (-.5)
End R141: 145
End R142: 145.5 (+.5)
End R143: 143.5 (-2) - Dan hospitalized
End R144: 143(-.5)
End R145: 143.5 (+.5)
End R146: 145 (+1.5) - Problems with Dan's treatment
End R147: 144.5 (-.5)
End R148: 145.5 (+1)
End R149: 145 (-.5)
End R150: 144 (-1)
End R151: 145 (+1)
End R152: 144.5 (-.5)Dan started BCG at CC
End R153: 145.5 (+1)
End R154: 146.5 (+1)
End R155: 146 (-.5)
End R156: 147.5 (+1.5)Dan ill from BCG/flu, G hospitalized, retina flash, RP died
End R157: 147.5(0)
End R158: 147.5(0)
End R159: 147(-.5)
End R160: 147.5(+.5)Dan clear from treatment
End R161: 147.5(0) L had covid
End R162: 146(-1.5)
End R163: 145.5(-.5)
End R164: 145(-.5)
End R165: 146 (+1) Dan's final BCG Maint. Mary's Memorial
End R166: 145.5 (-.5) E Bday/Halloween party
End R167: 145
End R168: 146(+1)
End R169: 145.5 Thanksgiving
End R170: 145.5 Dan cleared at CC again
End R171: 145.5
End R172: 148 (+2.5) Christmas - 2021
End R173: 147(-1) Heart monitor placed
End R174: 147(0)
End R175: 146(-1)
End R176: 146(0)
End R177: 145.5(-.5)
End R178: 145.5(0)
End R179: 146.5(+1)
End R180: 145(-1.5)
End R181: 146(+1)
End R182: 147(+1)
End R183: 145.5(-1.5) Dad passed away 4/10/22
End R184: 146(+.5)
End R185: 146(0)
End R186: 148(+2) Stress eating
End R187: 149(+1) Prep for Dad's service
End R188: 149.5 (+.5) Celebration of Life for Dad
SW: 149.5
Day/Weight/Comment
6/05 - 149.5
6/06 - DNW
6/07 - DNW
6/08 - 149
6/09 - 149
6/10 - 147.5
6/11 - DNW
6/12 - 148.5
6/13 - 149.5
6/14 - 149
6/15 - 149.5
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Male: 64
6’-2”
OSW: 237.8 (Nov. 2016)
OGW: 199 (just to say I did)
Maintenance Range Goal: 200-205
Goals for this round:
1. Generally, show some semblance of discipline. Exercise more.
2. Major Goal this round is to make even a little bit of progress toward my maintenance range.
Round 189 Posts
Month/Day: Scale - First thing today before getting dressed, rounded to whole number.
/ Exercise – yesterday / Comment
Previous posts:
6/5: 216 - Previous Day Starting Weight. Déjà vu
6/6: 217
/ Pretty sedentary all day / But it was a good day.
6/7: 217
/ walked around the neighborhood / salty food yesterday.
6/8: 215
/ Spinning class. I do enjoy pedaling because I can get a good workout without pounding my joints. / I am asking myself, “when are you going to get serious about this again?” I was out on an errand from work and actually considered pulling through a fast-food joint for an ice cream. I avoided it, but why does it even enter my mind to do something so careless?
6/9: 216
/ 6.5 hours sitting in a car makes for a sedentary day. / Small victory: I left french fries on my lunch plate. Woohoo!
6/10: 216
/mowed the grass/ even though my calories were pretty good, there was a lot of salt. Starting to feel the pressure to be in better shape for a trip to the Rockies in July. There will be lots of hiking and biking.
6/11: DNW
6/12: DNW
6/13: 217
/walked around the blocks/ Well, this weekend was a glutton fest. I didn’t want to step on a scale. Coward. Really did well yesterday though which accounts for the minimal damage.
Shot sporting clays Saturday morning. Had a personal best of 71/100, but best part was a good time with friends. It was a fund raiser for the local food bank. Midwest Food Bank. ( I say local, but they serve all over the US and even in Haiti)
6/14: 216
/walking/ I have put in the “old college try” the last couple days and I am seeing a better result.
6/15: 215
/Yoga followed by Spinning/ This round was a mixed bag because I both met and failed my General Goal Number 1. I had a murderous weekend past, where I killed Goal 1, but revived it the past 3 days to get me under my starting weight. Which means I met Goal 2.
I simply need to keep doing these challenges, or else. And you all know what “or else” means.
We are all surrounded by people who don’t give a hoot, so it’s nice to share this space with all of you who do.
Historical Averages:R 94: 210.7 (20191108 = date of the last day of the round)
R 95: 210.3
R 96: 210.5
R 97: 211.3 (20191208)
R 98: 212.7
R 99: 212.5* (some ghost vaycay entries)
R 100: 215.0* (ghost vaycay entries) (20200107)
R 101: 216.0* (some ghost vaycay entries)
R 102: 212.6
R 103: 211.9 (20200206)
R 104: 210.9
R 105: 212.5
R 106: 211.2 (20200307)
R 107: DNF
R 115: 215.6 (20200605)
R 116: 213.7
R 117: 213.1
R 118: 212.1 (20200705)
R 119: 212.4
R 120: 211.5
R 121: 207.9 (20200804)
R 122: 207.4
R 123: 207.3
R 124: 209.4 (20200903)
R 125: 208.9
R 126: 209.6
R 127: 209.1 (20201003)
R 128: 210.0
R 129: 210.6
R 130: 210.7 (20201102)
R 131: 211.5
R 132: 209.2
R 133: 211.7 (20201202)
R 134: 211.0
R 135: 211.5
R 136: DNW (20210101)
R 137: DNW
R 138: DNW
R 139: 215.7
R 140: 215.2 (20210210)
R 141: 213.6
R 142: 212.8 (20210302)
R 143: 211.5
R 144: 212.2
R 145: 211.6 (20210401)
R 146: DNW – scale broke during this round.
R 147: 213.1
R 148: 212.3 (20210501)
R 149: 209.7 (vacay 2nd half)
R 150: 210.4 (vacay 1st half)
R 151: 210.7
R 152: 211.0 (20210610)
R 153: 210.7
R 154: 210.6
R 155: 210.0 (20210710)
R 156: 210.9
R 157: 210.6
R 158: 207.8 (20210809)
R 159: 207.9
R 160: 205.9
R 161: 206.2 (20210908)
R 162: 205.9
R 163: 206.8
R 164: 207.1 (20211008)
R 165: 207.0
R 166: 207.3
R 167: 207.8 (20211107)
R 168: 206.2
R 169: 207.3
R 170: 208.2 (20211207)
R 171: 208.6
R 172: 207.4
R 173: 210.5 (20220106) Mostly estimated
R 174: 210.5 Mostly estimated
R 175: 211.8 Mostly estimated
R 176: 213.6 (20220205)
R 177: 214.6
R 178: 213.7
R 179: 213.7 (20220307)
R 180: 213.7
R.181: 214.2
R 182: 216.4 (20220406)
R 183: DNW
R 184: 216.2
R 185: 217.0 (20220506)
R 186: 216.8
R 187: 215.9
R 188: 217.1 (20220605)
I like to track averages due to my wild fluctuations. For the same reason, I like to weigh daily so I can see the lows from time to time. It gives me hope.7 -
Just give me 10 days
Day/Weight/Comment
Starting Weight: 170.4 lbs
June's Goal : -8 lbs
Ultimate Goal. :140 lbs
6/6. 170.4 lbs. I did 2 cups tea, 6 cups water, 2 Atkins shake for lunch, 1 keto bar (snack)-3 drumsticks for dinner. 98 minutes brisk walk burned 432 calories.
6/7 169.4 lbs
170.4 lbs. I did 2 cups tea, 8cups water, 1 Atkins shake for lunch, 1 keto bar (snack)-3 drumsticks for dinner. Walked 4 miles
6/8. 169.4 lbs
Scale didn't move today which kept me motivated because I know it will move tomorrow. Walked. 72 Minutes
6/9 170 lbs Scale did move up today nonetheless I'm still motivated because I know it will move tomorrow. Walked. 70 Minutes and keeping a low carb diet.
6/10 168.8 lbs Scale did move today nonetheless up or down the journey continues. I'm still motivated I'm doing it for myself, husband and two sons. "Ain't no stoping me now". Walked 84 Minutes and keeping a low carb diet.
6/11 168 lbs another victory keep moving forward can't wait to hit my goal once again
6/12 168 lbs went to church, which is one of my fasting day, so I only had dinner. Feeling good so far drinking my half gallon of water plus two cans Seltzer with salad and 2 pcs fried pork chop, my Jamaican style cooking.
6/13 168 lbs no scale movement but I'm confident and keeping my low carb routine
6/14 167.2 lbs, keeping a low-carb diet and heading in the right direction.
6/15 167.2 lbs lost a total of 5.8 lbs and the journey is just beginning. Keeping a low-carb diet and heading in the right direction.8 -
Age: 63 5’5”
SW: 264.1 (5/11/21)
CW: 195.0 (6/5/22)
UGW: 160
End of 10 day challenge goal: 192.0
Drink 64+ oz water a day
Swim, Circuit, Hike (4x week) Log Daily
Challenges 156-160: SW 247.2 EW 235.6 (-11.6)
Challenges 161-165: SW 235.6 EW 218.6 (-17.0)
Challenges 166-170: SW 218.6 EW 206.4 (-12.2)
Challenges 171-175: SW 206.4 EW 196.0 (-10.4)
Challenges 176-180: SW 196.0 EW 191.4 (-4.6)
Challenges 181-185: SW 191.4 EW 189.2 (-2.2)
Challenge 186- On a fabulous vacation
Challenge 187- Partial vacation 193.4 (+4.2)
Challenge 188- 195 (+1.6)
6/6 196 (+1.0) Enough. I’ve enjoyed my time on vacation and have been really busy and off plan. I’m thankful for this community that inspires me to stay committed and moving forward and downward on this journey. Essentially, I’ve slid and as of today, am 8 pounds over my low weight. Vacation was great and I wouldn’t change anything, but today it’s time to refocus. I’ve thrown out all the food that isn’t on my eating plan and hiked yesterday with my sister to set our benchmark for the year. Last year, the first time I hiked this trail, I had to stop multiple times to catch my breath. Yesterday, we completed the 2.8 mile hike in 1:20. Last year it took almost 2 hours. I never felt the need to stop. It felt great and it was a beautiful day. We took progress photos and I can see it!! I don’t even want to be over 200 pounds again! Today, I honestly thought about not accurately recording my weight because I’m embarrassed, but who am I hurting and fooling?
6/7 194.4 (-.6) Not 100% on track but a much better day. Walked with the dogs, drank all my water and logged all my food. Just a little over on calories. Today, I’m scheduled for a mammogram and bone density test. Next? I really need to schedule my colonoscopy. Checking off the preventative care. Planning to swim today.
6/8 193.0 (-2.0) Swimming was great, although I did end up with a sunburn. They’ve closed the indoor pool by my house because of a lack of lifeguards. I need to do more research and figure out an indoor solution. Today, I’m back out at the large off-leash park with my dogs. Exercise four days in a row. My walk with the dogs is a leisure 2 and a half mile walk. It gets us out and moving, which is a really good thing. Still hungry and eating a few more calories than I should, but eating the right things and it’s showing.
6/9 192.2 (-2.8) Keeping busy is a key for me. It’s those times when I’m sitting watching television that the cravings seem to come, especially after dinner. My goal is back to not eating after 6pm. I’m wondering if my 4-5 weeks off of plan will mean my body resets enough to restart the bigger losses. I’d love to be in the 180’s by the end of this challenge. That means no indulgence meal this week.
6/10 193.2 (-1.8)
6/11 194.0 (-1.0) Dinner last night at an Italian restaurant with bread and pasta. I haven’t done that in the last year.
6/12 194.3 (-.7)
6/13 196.0 (+1.0) Four mile hike yesterday. Went wild over the weekend. Just hoping to end this round where I started or a bit lower. I’m in the middle of preparing for an art show in September and building a new business that is art related, but different than anything I’ve done before which is really stressful. I’m finding myself using food to deal with it. Just for today, I’m going to stay under calories. One day at a time.
6/14 194.6 (-.4) A much better day yesterday. I keep looking for the inspiration and dedication that got me this far. It comes in very short bursts and then disappears. It will come as long as I keep showing up.
6/15 193.0 (-2.0) Phew…Not over the hurdle, but making some progress. Trying to keep to the one day at a time philosophy and happy to weigh less than I did when I started this challenge.8 -
6/6 196.4 Up from yesterday, but I am good to go! Good luck to everyone on this round!
6/7 196.4
6/8 197.4
6/9 197.0
6/10 196.6 burned 520 calories, in a combo kickboxing/HITT class yesterday, glad I am down!
6/11. 196.6
6/12. 196.6
6/13 197 a little discouraged. Stayed on track this weekend and worked out. Hoping it is temporary!
6/14 197
6/15 198 UGH.7 -
Starr
Age 40 Height: 5.8
Highest Weight: 229.6 (March 2016)
January 1st 2020 226.5
January 1st 2021 195.5
January 1st 2022 217.0
Round 115 SW: 223.1 EW: 218.1 -4.3
Round 116 SW: 218.1 EW: 217.9 -0.9
Round 117 SW: 217.9 EW: 215.4 -2.5
Round 118 SW: 215.4 EW: 214.3 -1.1
Round 119 SW: 214.3 EW: 212.7 -1.6
Round 120 SW: 212.7 EW: 211.0 -1.7
Round 121 SW: 211.0 EW: 207.1 -3.9
Round 122 SW: 207.1 EW: 206.4 -0.7
Round 123 SW: 206.4 EW: 205.2 -1.2
Round 124 SW: 205.2 EW: 202.6 -2.6
Round 125 SW: 202.2 EW: 201.4 -0.8
Round 126 SW: 201.4 EW: 198.9 -2.5
Round 127 SW: 198.9 EW: 198.7 -0.2
Round 128 SW: 198.7 EW: 199.0 +0.3
Round 129 SW: 199.0 EW: 198.5 -0.5
Round 130 SW: 198.5 EW: 198.6 +0.1
Round 131 SW: 198.6 EW: 198.6 0.0
Round 132 SW: 198.6 EW: 193.6 -5.0
Round 133 SW: 193.6 EW: 196.2 +2.9
Round 134 SW: 196.2 EW: 195.7 -1.5
Round 135 SW: 195.7 EW: 195.4 -0.3
Round 136 SW: 195.4 EW: 195.5 +0.1
Round 137 SW: 195.5 EW: 194.7 -0.8
Round 138 SW: 194.7 EW: 193.0 -1.7
Round 139 SW: 193.0 EW: 192.1 -0.9
Round 140 SW: 192.1 EW: 190.5 -1.6
Round 141 SW: 190.5 EW: 192.5 +2
Round 142 SW: 192.5 EW: 192.6 +0.1
Round 143 SW: 192.6 EW: 195.7 +3.1
Round 144 SW: 195.7 EW: 196.8 +1.1
Round 145 SW: 196.8 EW: 194.2 -2.6
Round 146 SW: 194.2 EW: 195.8 +1.6
Round 147 SW: 195.8 EW: 195.3 -0.5
Round 148 SW: 195.3 EW: 197 +1.7
Round 149 Skipped
Round 150 SW: 198.6 EW: 196.2 -2.4
Round 151 SW: 196.2 EW: 195.7 -0.5
Round 152 SW: 195.7 EW: 195.9 +0.2
Round 153 SW: 195.9 EW: 200.0 +4.1
Round 154 SW: 200.0 EW: 197.5 -2.5
Round 155 SW: 197.5 EW: 197.1 -0.4
Round 156 SW: 197.1 EW: 197.4 +0.3
Round 157 SW: 197.4 EW: 196.8 -0.6
Round 158 SW: 196.8 EW: 196.7 -0.1
Round 159 SW: 196.7 EW: 198.6 +1.9
Round 160 SW: 198.6 EW: 200.3 +1.7
Round 161 SW: 200.3 EW: 200.7 +0.4
Round 162 SW: 200.7 EW: 200.3 -0.4
Round 163 SW: 200.3 EW: 203.2 +3.1
Round 164 SW: 203.2 EW: 202.5 -0.7
Round 165 SW: 202.5 EW: 204.7 +2.2
Round 166 SW: 204.7 EW: 204.3 -0.4
Round 167 to Round 172 Skipped
Round 173 SW: 218.5 EW: 213.2 -5.3
Round 174 SW: 213.2 EW: 212.4 -0.8
Round 175 SW: 212.4 EW 212.7 +0.3
Round 176 SW: 212.7
Round 177 to Round 186 Skipped
Round 187 SW: 217.7 EW: 215.3 -2.4
Round 188 SW: 215.3 EW: 215.7 +0.4
Round 189 SW: 215.7
6/6 213.8 A day of smoothies with a sensible lunch.
6/7 213.8 A little heavier on the snack but planning another smoothie
6/8 212.7 Really happy to see this number.
6/9 213
6/10 212.7
6/11 212.1
6/12 213
6/13 213.3 Very busy weekend and meal planning went right out the window. It could have been worse though. My activity helped tremendously with 19000 steps on Saturday and 12000 on Sunday. I find this gain acceptable being that I only ate 1 meal in the house.
6/14 213.8
6/15 212.2 Two years ago I was at 217.7 when I had really began my weight loss journey. I started my 10 day challenge in May of 2020 at 223.1. However June 15th 2021 I was at 199.6. Still have plenty of work to do. I am encouraged because I know I can do it.
Loss of 3.5 pounds
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🦋🌸🐝🌼🪺🌞
HSW - 218.2 (Feb. 2015)
UGW - 135
2022 Goals — 150; move more; eat mostly healthfully, no extremes; walk lots.
📆 HistoryFeb. 2015: highest weight 218.2
R172 12/27/21: end weight 180.2. Moving Ave 181.1 (-.2). Ave calories 1721.
R173 1/06/22: end weight 177.8. Moving Ave 177.9 (-3.3). Ave calories 1376.
R174 1/16/22: end weight 178. Moving Ave 178 (+.1). Ave calories 1469.
R175 1/26/22: end weight 179. Moving Ave 178.4 (+.4). Ave calories 1580.
R176 2/05/22: end weight 179.8. Moving Ave 179.7 (+1.3). Ave calories 1594.
R177 2/15/22: end weight 178.4. Moving Ave 178.3 (-1.4). Ave calories 1473.
R178 2/25/22: end weight 178.8. Moving Ave 178.8 (+.5). Ave calories 1714.
R179 3/07/22: end weight 178.2. Moving Ave 177.9 (-.9). Ave calories 1646.
R180 3/17/22: end weight 180.2. Moving Ave 179.9 (+2). Ave calories 1823.
R181 3/27/22: end weight 180.2. Moving Ave 180.5 (+.6). Ave calories 1762 (goal <1400).
R182 4/06/22: end weight 180. Moving Ave 179.8 (-.7). Ave calories 1489 (goal <1400).
R183 4/16/22: end weight 179.2. Moving Ave 179.3 (-.5). Ave calories 1482 (goal <1400).
R184 4/26/22: end weight 180.4. Moving average 180 (+.7). Ave calories 1588. (goal <1400)
R185 5/06/22: end weight 179.6. Moving average 180 (+/-0). Ave calories 1820. (goal <1400).
R186 5/16/22: end weight 181.6. Moving average 181.4 (+1.4). Ave calories 1744. (Goal <1400).
R187 5/26/22: end weight 180.2. Moving Ave 180.4 (-1). Ave calories 1859. (Goal <1400).
2015: end weight running average 178.2
2016: end weight running average 147.7
2017: end weight running average 148
2018: end weight running average 137.2.
Extreme elimination diet (doctor prescribed) for diagnostic reasons, very low calories, then boom! Gained 40 pounds.
2019: end weight running average 176.1
2020: end weight running average 183.8.
2021: end weight running average 179.4.
2022: goal weight 150. UGW 135.
R188 6/05/22: end weight 181. Moving ave 182.2 (+1.8). Ave calories 1835. (Goal <1600).
R189 6/15/22: end weight 179.8. Moving Ave 180.7 (-1.5). Ave calories 1559. (Goal <1600).
Day/Weight/Calories/Comment
6/06 - 182.6
We went to see friends last night and I over indulged in salty snacks and such. I feel puffy, but it won’t last.
6/07 - 181
That’s a little better. Here’s another rose for you all—first blossom on my new Joseph’s Coat!
6/08 - 181
Busy day yesterday with my pup, Rory. In the morning I taught an obedience class, then took Rory through his Urban Canine Good Citizen test, which he passed with flying colors. We went to various places—fire station, construction site, ice skating center—to test the dogs around urban sites and sounds, including strange (!) people, stairs, different flooring surfaces, elevator…. So at 11 months, Rory is now officially Stormridge Celtic Thunder TKN CGC CGCU (TKC = Novice Trick Dog). Then in the evening we trained for his tracking test, hoping to be ready in the fall. He loves tracking and is very good at it. How does this relate to weight loss? I got a LOT of exercise yesterday! Here’s Rory yesterday after passing his test.
6/09 - 180.8
Three hours of tracking class this morning, which means three hours of mostly walking over rough ground, some standing. Lots of fun!
6/10 - 180.6
Does anyone know where to record weight updates on the new and “improved” MFP app? The Progress link has disappeared. Phooey, MFP! Anyway, I had a good day yesterday with lots of exercise and calories where I want them. Yay! Happy Friday!
6/11 - 181.4
Hmmm. Calories were good, so this must be salt. We had eggplant parmigian for dinner, so maybe that’s the culprit. Leftovers tonight, so I guess I’ll drink extra wawa today and see what happens. Trying to finish some garden work before this week’s heat wave hits. Have a lovely Saturday!
6/12 - 180.8
Snacked a bit more than planned last night, but was still well below maintenance, so ok. I think I’m still a bit “salt heavy” from the eggplant parmigian leftovers—all that lovely cheese! Today is soup day.
6/13 - 180.8
Gee whiz. My calories have been spot on most of the round and my weekly average is way below maintenance. Let go, fat cells! 😁
6/14 - 181.2
I hope everyone in the path of last night’s storms in the Midwest. We’re fine, but the other side of town has a lot of damage. Be safe!
6/15 - 179.8
Finally! I feel like I’m finally getting some control of myself. I’ve been eating more veggies and snacking a lot less. Onward!Goal for 2022-2023 Progress
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Round 189 (my 25th)
June 6, 2022 - June 15, 2022
Female, 5’7”
HW: 181 pounds (Dec 30, 2019)
Previous Rounds:R164 SW: 164.7, EW: 162.3RSW: 133.2 pounds (06/05/22, EO Round 188)
R165 EW: 161.2
R166 EW: 157.4
R167 EW: 157.0
R168 EW: 153.7
R169 EW: 154.3 - Thanksgiving week
R170 EW: 149.9
R171 EW: 151.0 - Travel almost the entire round
R172 EW: 149.7 - Christmas holidays
R173 EW: 148.6
R174 EW: 146.8
R175 EW: 145.5
R176 EW: 143.5
R177 EW: 142.4
R178 EW: 140.2
R179 EW: 139.6
R180 EW: 137.6
R181 EW: 135.6
R182 EW: 136.2
R183 EW: 134.9
R184 EW: 134.9
R185 EW: 135.4
R186 EW: 132.7
R187 EW: 132.1
R188 EW: 133.2
RGW: < 135.0 pounds
UGW: 130-135 pound range
Day/Weight/Comment
6/6: - DNW - backpacking
6/7: 133.2 - I was super hungry yesterday after a very long hike with a 20 pound pack on. Even with the pack on, I was carrying 20 pounds less than when I started this journey 9 months ago. Imagine hauling around almost 40 pounds more day in, day out. I stayed within my calories, but once again did go high on sugar, carbs and fat.
6/8: 133.2 - Although I’m holding steady weight wise, I don’t feel like I am. Haven’t taken any waist or hip measurements, but my clothes feel just a *tad* snugger. Ate past my limit yesterday and I’m not sure I was actually hungry in the end.
6/9: 132.9 - I was busy making bread yesterday so my whole schedule was thrown off and didn’t do everything (eat, workout) until much later than normal.
6/10: 132.9 - normal workouts. Carb heavy eating.
6/11: 134.9 - Went out for Thai food last night - all the way from appetizers, drinks to dessert. Got my workout in despite the 95+ F degree weather.
6/12: 135.1 - This hot weather is not helping my cause, nor what I’m putting in my mouth,.
6/13: 134.0 - Better eating yesterday. Normal workouts and good sleep.
6/14: 133.4 - Had my normal Jazzercise workout and a 3 mile neighborhood walk yesterday. Then my daughter wanted to go for a walk after work, so off we went again as a family for another 2 miles. Not far, but nice to spend time together. I’ve been eating a lot of fresh plums from my neighbor’s tree that they gave us. That gets things *ahem* moving. I’ll be happy if I make it back to my starting weight for the round.
6/15: 133.8 - Well, I didn’t make it back to starting weight. Very high protein day (for me) but also heavy on the sodium. Looking forward to next round!
Total round weight loss/gain to date from EO last round: + 0.6 pounds6 -
SW - 212 Jan. 25
1st Goal - 199 ✅
2nd Goal - 179 ✅
3rd Goal - 175 ✅
4th Goal - 165.9
UG - 149
Step Goal 50,000 at some point
06/5 - 170.8
Day/Weight/Steps/Active Minutes/Comment
6/06 - 173.8 - 13,900 / 75. SO is home!! Ate at maintenance, lots of trail mix. Spent some time with the granddaughters is GD#2's 2nd birthday. She is Type 1D and we don't get to see her too much always outside and it was forecasted for lots of rain BUT the sun showed up and we had a wonderful day!! She wanted to catch me on the slide and held her hands out for me, so so sweet! Ate more, moved at my minimum goals, not worried at all.
6/07 - 173.7* - 16,900 / 116. SO invited the kids out for sushi, had a little more than usual as he went wild ordering everything. Was hard to log but most likely put me into another day of maintenance, again not worried. Did manage a second walk went a little slower then usual as my tummy was full.
6/08 -172.2* - 20,400 / 149. Went for an after dinner walk with SO, I can totally out walk him especially up hills. Feels great to breeze up the hill. Maybe he will work on his cardio more. I feel like its a hard subject to talk about, but maybe in time.
6/09 -170.7*- 14,400 / 102. SO wasn't feeling well so I walked home from work, found out this morning that's not as many steps as I usually do now. Bit of a whoosh after a couple days of more salt/carbs and higher calories.
6/10 - 170.8* - 17,400 / 117. SO went for a walk with me! It had been raining all day and there was a little clearing and YUP at the halfway point the sky opened up and it poured then it rained even more on us!! Haha... I don't melt but apparently he does. Ah we had fun. Will be out of town for a couple days no scale, no sure if I can get movement in, mother-in-law cooking and a meal or 2 out. This is how life works, just need to choose a smaller plate and light on the snacks. My 398.1km challenge is looking harder... Happy Friday to those who celebrate!!
6/11 - DNW* - 18,700 / 108.
6/12 - 172.3 - 7,800 / 40.
6/13 - 174.9* - 10,500 / 41. Travelled to see Father-in-Law who has Lewy Bodies which is a form of dementia. He is rapidly losing his mobility, was hard to see. Had dinner out a few times, way way less activity for me, a few adult beverages and not very 'regular'. Not worried about the scale as I know it will get back there, as I didn't go crazy high on calories.
6/14 - 174.5* - 10,400 / 65. SO is headed back to work so I will be able to get some extra walks in and reel my eating in. It's all about balance.
6/15 - 172.5- 20,100 / 134. Did my after work walk had a light dinner and ate an abundance of chocolate covered peanuts. I was a little drained last night didn't give much effort to meal prep, hopefully I can get it together tonight... WOW its the last day. Hope to see you all in the next round. Let's keep pushing forward!!5 -
6/06 - 171.5 (+.1), Sore but motivated. Kicking off challenge celebrating yesterday’s success - actively worked out for 23 min. & happy to report I FINALLY reached my H2O daily goal (128oz.)!
“Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better.” - Maya Angelou
6/07 - 171.9 (+.4 - too much sodium), Had a terrible nights rest thanks to my PTSD (13 min. Deep/ 1 hr. 28 REM, 3.10 light, the rest of my 8.5hrs in bed registered as awake). My sleeping BPM shot up & down like a roller coaster all night from 43 to 126! It’s been almost 20 years & remains a difficult topic. I wish mental health wasn’t taboo. Nobodies pain should be wrapped in shame but it frequently gets dressed that way. I don’t want or need pity, a little bit of compassion or empathy goes a long way. Still sore on top of exhausted but I exceeded my H2O goal. Took a much needed rest & recovery day which included Hatha Yoga, light rowing, light strength training (gotta keep moving 1.5hrs. total), meditation & a nap.
“To live in the body of a survivor is to never be able to leave the scene of the crime. I cannot ignore the fact that I live here.” - Blythe Baird
6/08 - 172.2 (+.3 - Sodium again + TOTM), Another rough nights sleep but I will persevere! Not sure I like this daily weight in thing but sticking to the plan & seeing how it goes. Spent part of the afternoon hiking with the kids and had hoped to call my exercise. Then I met up with an old friend……all I needed was 1 delicious margarita to put me over and then there was dessert! I won’t even dig into the sodium. Tried to work it off in the evening with the rower (put in 50 min. of light effort) but was just too exhausted after all of the sunshine and poor sleep to put in more effort. Exceeded water & exercise goals even though my net calories were a disaster so I‘ll take those wins.
“Success is not final; failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.” - Winston S. Churchill
6/09 - 171.1 (-1.1) Slept better but still not great. Put in some extra effort to try and work off yesterday’s choices and feel good about what I was able to achieve. 1hr. Dancing with kids, 1.5hr. Rowing & water goal met again.
"Believe in yourself and all that you are. Know that there is something inside you that is greater than any obstacle.” -Christian D. Larson
6/10 - 170.9 (-.2) Slept like a champ & seeing cardio improvement! Sqweee I’m so happy!!!!!Weather is nice so I took the day off & am headed to the lake.💧144 oz. (over), ⛑ +23 (247) - working towards, 👟 10,151 - met.
"When the mind is pure, joy follows like a shadow that never leaves” -Buddha
6/11 - 170.7 (-.2) Found my zen kayaking/swimming at the lake all day with the kids. Just what the doctor ordered but whew sore before bed. Iced some & probably gonna take an R&R day but I’ll move somehow.💧132 oz. (over), ⛑ +36 (284) - working towards, 👟 7,623 (under but the paddling made up for it).
"Passion is energy. Feel the power that comes from focusing on what excites you.” - Oprah Winfrey
6/12 - 170.9 (+.2) - Another day kayaking/swimming at the lake with the kids.💧164 oz. (over), ⛑ +22 (261) - working towards, 👟 7,443 (under again but my arms did the work for me).
“Make joy your compass.” - Robyn Sharma
6/13 - 170.8 (-.1) - Was a sedentary day, weather ruined my plans & I had a lot of work to catch up on. Still fit in strength training + 40 minutes on the rower. Macro’s were darn near perfect woohoo! My personal goals were easy to achieve this round, considering how to push myself accordingly for the next one.💧160 oz. (over), ⛑ +20 (236) - working towards, 👟 4,632 (way under).
“If you have the courage to BEGIN, you have the courage to SUCCEED.” - David Viscott
6/14 - 170.4 (-.4) - Struggled with the motivation today but stuck with the plan. Did some strength training, 15 min. rowing, 25 min. Pilates, 20 min. Hatha Yoga & some dancing.💧160 oz. (over), ⛑ +10 (234), 👟 12,751 (met).
“Don’t downgrade your dream just to fit your reality, upgrade your conviction to match your destiny.”- Stuart Scott
6/15 - 170.0 (-.4) - Whew great recommendation from @IsMollyReallyHungry. Put on some parachute pants for that song & got my toosh kicked! That is exactly what I needed to shave off the Froyo kids talked me in to though. 🥗 under (barely)💧 144 oz. (over), 👟8,503 (under), 💪 Dancing, strength training + 32 min. HIIT ⛑ +17 (215). Looking forward to the next round. Thank you @quiltingjaine, this was a great experience.
“Motivation is what gets you started. Habit is what keeps you going.” - Jim Ryun
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Previous Day's Comments
6/5 - *Former Username: Jenniferbraun0123
All of these comments have me eager.
“The purpose of life, after all, is to live it, to taste experience to the upmost, to reach out eagerly and without fear for newer and richer experience.” - Eleanor Roosevelt - current weight: 171.4 (lost 1.6 last 7 days) - current water intake: 112oz. - Workout - 15 min. Moderate rowing, 16 min low impact aerobics, 2.5 mile hike - sore but had quality rest and feeling optimistic.
6/3 “All progress takes place outside of your comfort zone.” - Newbie Here - 40, 5'2"- Current Weight: 171.4 - Goal Weight: 120 - Current Water Intake: ~96oz. - Water Intake Goal: ~128oz. - Fitness Goal: 20 min. active 5x weekly (improvement)5 -
Hi, I’m Kathy.
57, F, 5’8”
15th round! Rebooting my lifestyle after several false starts. I need accountability to make sure it gets done.
Return to MFP SW (Dec 2021): 267
HSW: 267
RSW: 230.8
UGW for now: 195, then reevaluate
Goal for this round: less than I started with
2022 goals: move more (okay, move some), eat mindfully
Day/Weight/Comment
6/6 230.0 New low thanks to a lovely bout with a stomach bug Sunday and Monday. Not the way to get there.
6/7 230.4 As expected, back up due to rehydration, etc.
6/8 230.2 I’m coming for you, 220s!! Headed to the gym this afternoon, meals for today are planned and logged. Welcome to all the new folks! I hope this group helps you as much as it has helped me.
6/9 230.2 Stress is not my friend. Several people on my work team are out for extended periods over the next couple of months, and it’s already getting to me. But I am proud that yesterday, instead of turning to food in the afternoon, I went to the gym. I felt much better after a solid workout and ate a reasonable dinner. Now let’s see if I can keep that mindset through the summer!
6/10 230.6 I’ll admit that’s not the number I was expecting to see this morning, but it’s a marathon, not a sprint. This weekend will be challenging with a local festival and a graduation party, but I’m up for the challenge! Have a great weekend, everyone!
6/11 230.0
6/12 230.0
6/13 231.0 Welp, that’s what happens when you go to a party Sunday afternoon and drink your calories. But I know this is temporary and hopefully will be gone in a day or two. I was hoping to reach 220s before this round ends but…we’ll see.
6/14 231.2 Don’t know where that came from. Ate well within calories, worked out, drank plenty of water. Not gonna lie, being on this plateau for a month is getting kind of old. If you have any suggestions for breaking it, bring them on.
6/15 230.6 Squeaking into being down for the round. Ready for a fresh start tomorrow! See you there.
EW 230.6, -0.2
Previous rounds:Round 175 EW: 257.0, -2.8
Round 176 EW: 254.4, -2.2
Round 177 EW 252.2, -3.4
Round 178 EW 249.4, -2.8
Round 179 EW 247.6, -1.8
Round 180 EW 245.8, -1.8
Round 181 EW 243.8, -2.0
Round 182 EW 243.6, -0.8
Round 183 EW 240.0, -2.2
Round 184 EW 237.6, -2.4
Round 185 EW 236.6, -1.0
Round 186 EW 234.4, -2.0
Round 187 EW 232.4, -2.0
Round 188 EW 230.8, -1.67 -
R164 SW 208.4 EW 204.8 (-3.6)R189 SW: 162.2
R165 SW 204.8 EW 205.4 (+0.6)
R166 SW 205.4 EW 199 (-6.4)
R167 SW 199 EW 196.4 (-2.6)
R168 SW 196.4 EW 193.4 (-3)
R169 SW 193.4 EW 192 (-1.4)
R170 SW 192 EW 190 (-2)
R171 SW 190 EW 189.2 (-0.8)
R172 SW 189.2 EW 189.8 (+0.6)
R173 SW 189.8 EW 187 (-2.8)
R174 SW 187 EW 184.4 (-2.6)
R175 SW 184.4 EW 180.2 (-4.2)
R176 SW 180.2 EW 179.8 (-0.4)
R177 SW 179.8 EW 181 (+1.2)
R178 SW 181 EW 176.6 (-4.4)
R179 SW 176.6 EW 173.2 (-3.4)
R180 SW 173.2 EW 172.8 (-0.4)
R181 SW 172.8 EW 168.4 (-4.4)
R182 SW 168.4 EW 169 (+0.6)
R183 SW 169 EW 167.6 (-1.4)
R184 SW 167.6 EW 166.4 (-1.2)
R185 SW 166.4 EW 170 (+3.6)
R186 SW 170 EW 166 (-4)
R187 SW 166 EW 162.6 (-3.4)
R188 SW 162.6 EW 162.2(-0.4)
R189 SW 162.2 EW 159.8(-2.4)
R189 GW: 161.4
Day/Weight/Comment
6/6 / 160.4 / Worked from home with a Peloton ride at lunch. The rainy weather stopped me from taking my dog for her walk as she hates getting her paws wet, and rather than go out on my own I did a 10 minute strength workout instead.
6/7 / 162.2 / Last day in office before I start a string of corporate events including golf and field tours. I will get some form of exercise in tonight but I have lots to get organized.
6/8 / 162.2 / Round of golf today for work. Should get plenty of steps!
6/9 / 160.8
6/10 / DNW
6/11 / 163.2 / I was away on business Thursday and Friday with no down time. 5 hour drive to the location, a round of golf, supper and drinks, and then the next morning we did field tours and then hit the road again. I am at the lake for the weekend.
6/12 / 163.4 / Got my 10,000 steps yesterday and did a strength workout. My husband did ribs on the BBQ and there were a few cocktails so my calories were higher. Today is rainy so my movement has been low but I hope to make up for it later today in one way or another.
6/13 / 162.2 / Had a tough day at work but my husband and I had a lovely couples massage with my husband tonight so I feel a bit better.
6/14 / 160.8 / I was up before 5 tossing and turning so I decided to hop on the Peloton before work. Feels like a great start to the day!
6/15 / 159.8 / Rode the bike again last night as I'm trying to ride ahead in my program before my vacation next week. I am in a minor deficit right now pre-Vegas.6 -
Round 189
MY NAME IS DONNA. I AM 62 YEARS YOUNG & FROM THE MIDWEST USA. I AM APPROX 5’ 5” TALL.
ROUND 147 FOR ME.
“Today….I am choosing Me”
MY STATS:
Highest weight ever (05-10-2016): 253
Original starting weight on MFP: (01-11-2018) 235.0
R188 EW= 204.6
R189 EW= 206.8
Current New Goals:
Weight:
Short Term Goal: To weigh less at the end of this round than I did at the end of the last round.
Final goal: 145-155. We’ll see how I look & feel when I get there.
Exercise: Move 30 minutes per day rotating activity.
********LOOK AND SEE HOW THE UPS & DOWNS OF MY JOURNEY JUST HELPS ME BE A STRONGER & MORE DETERMINED ME********
COLOR CODE: Fuchsia is a Happy Weight Loss for me. Blue is a sad weight gain.Black is no change.R43 through R52 (06/07/18 thru 09/23/18) = …..19.4 LOST (Ending weight 179.0)
R53 through R62 (09/24/18 thru 01/01/19) = …..4.1 GAINED (Ending weight 183.1
)
R63 through R72 (01/02/19 thru 04/11/19) = …..8.1 GAINED (Ending weight 191.2)
R73 through R82 (04/12/19 thru 07/20/19) = …..5.5 GAINED (Ending weight 196.7)
R83 through R92 (07/21/19 thru 10/28/19) = …..8.7 LOST (Ending weight 188.0)
R93 through R102 (10/29/19 thru 02/05/20) = …2.0 GAINED(Ending weight 190.0)
R103 through 112 (02/06/20 thru 05/06/20) = …..14.9 GAINED (Ending Weight 204.9)
R113 through 122 (05/07/20 thru 08/23/20) = …..4.7 GAINED (Ending Weight 209.6)
R 123 thru R132 (08/24 thru 12/02/20) = ……1.5 LOST (Ending Weight 208.1)
R133 thru R142 (12/03/20 thru 03/01/21) = ……0.7 LOST (Ending Weight 207.4)
R143 thru 152 (03/02/21 thru 06/10/21) = ……3.6 LOST (Ending Weight 203.8)
R153 thru R162 (06/11/21 thru 09/18/21) = (b]…..16.2 LOST [/b] (Ending Weight 187.6)
R163 thru R172 (09/19/21 thru 12/27/21) = (b]…..5.0 GAINED [/b] (Ending Weight 192.6)
R173 thru R182 (12/28/21 thru 04/06/22) = (b]…..7.0 GAINED [/b] (Ending Weight 199.6)
R183 (04/07/22 thru 04/16/22) = …..2.2 GAINED (Ending Weight 201.8)
R184 (04/17/22 thru 04/26/22) = …..0.4 GAINED (Ending Weight 202.2)
R185 (04/27/22 thru 05/06/22) = …..1.2 GAINED (Ending Weight 203.4)
R186 (05/07/22 thru 05/16/22) = …..0.0 LOST (Ending Weight 203.4)
R187 (05/17/22 thru 05/26/22) = …..0.4 LOST (Ending Weight 203.0)
R188 (05/27/22 thru 06/05/22) = …..1.6 GAINED (Ending Weight 204.6)
R189 (06/06/22 thru 06/15/22) = …..2.2 GAINED (Ending Weight 206.8)
Day/Weight/Comment
06/05 …..204.6….. ENDING WEIGHT LAST ROUND
06/06 …..205.2 ….. (Trend weight 204.0)
06/07 …..205.0 ….. (Trend weight 204.1)
06/08 …..204.4 ….. (Trend weight 204.1)
06/09 …..205.4 ….. (Trend weight 204.3)
06/10 …..204.8 ….. (Trend weight 204.3)
06/11 ……205.6 ….. (Trend weight 204.5)
06/12 ……206.0 ….. (Trend weight 204.6)
06/13 ……205.6 ….. (Trend weight 204.7)
06/14 ……206.2 ….. (Trend weight 204.8) A week filled with much car-sitting travel. Chinese last night didn’t help this mornings weigh-in. I’m seeing the heart doctor today (more travel from this rural area). I’m sure he’ll insist on weight loss. Probably just the push I need to get back in control.
06/15 ……206.8 ….. (Trend weight 205.1) Cardiologist yesterday. All my medicine basically doubled for blood pressure and cholesterol. So….on the 27th I have an ultrasound on the heart and on that day they will also place a heart monitor for me to wear at home for 2 days. On the 29th, back to the hospital where the monitor is removed and they will do the stress test without the treadmill because I can’t breathe with exersion. 4 hour test involving needle where they put something in to activate heart. Those 3 tests should give us some answers. Doctor says anything from an infection that got into my bloodstream/heart, diabetes issues, to my chemotherapy I had could have caused this. He suspects the chemotherapy. Follow-up for results in July. This was a nice round for so many. Notsomuch for me, but I hope to see a better result on the next round, even with many travels planned for various reasons. It’s doctors orders.
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
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Female 5’1” Age 72 years
Started Keto WOE 7/17/17 (mid-Rnd 10)
*Travel - no scale part of the time
HWE 197.0 (2/2008)
Weight on 1/17/17 174.5
OGW 137 (set by WW 2008, WW goal 1985 was 126) UGW was 125 (HS weight 1968)
Maintaining below 120
👍👍This is NOT A DIET. It’s a LIFESTYLE👍👍Rnd 7 167.0 to Rnd 17 155.5
To Rnd 27 146*
To Rnd 37 139.0
To Rnd 47 133.5*
To Rnd 57 131.5
To Rnd 67 128.0
To Rnd 77 125.0
To Rnd 87 121.0*
To Rnd 97 121.0
To Rnd 107 122.0
To Rnd 117 116.0
To Rnd 127 117.0
To Rnd 137 117.0
To Rnd 147 116.0
To Rnd 157 115.5
To Rnd 167 119.4
To Rnd 177 118.3
SW RND 178 119.5 AW 118.7
SW RND 179 118.0 AW 119.4
SW RND 180 121.0 AW 120.4
SW RND 181 119.0 AW 119.6
SW RND 182 118.5 AW 118.9
SW RND 183 118.5 AW 119.1
SW RND 184 119.0. AW 119.9
SW RND 185 118.5 AW 119.3
SW RND 186 118.5 AW 119.6
SW RND 187 120.0 AW 119.6
SW RND 188 118.5 AW 119.3
We ALL have good rounds and bad but that is part of life. Don’t stay away, stay accountable. We don’t judge, we support.-Jpv,2/13/19
What we need to succeed is a sustainable way of eating, not a DIET we go on and off.
People say keto/LCHF isn’t sustainable. I’ve been doing it for almost 5 years with amazing results!
This is NOT A DIET. It’s a LIFESTYLE.
Up and down - just riding the waves of life. 🌊 🏄♀️ (My new mantra-3/19/22)
**Comments apply to previous day**
RND 189
SW 120.0 AW 119.2
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6/6 121.0 GKI 11.9 Result of baby shower with pizza and pasta, essentially no protein. At least there was no cake!
6/7 120.5 GKI 9.7 Sewed off and on for 4 hours yesterday trying to avoid headache upon waking this morning. Still had headache but it’s almost gone. Arthritis stinks! Doc’s office called yesterday and my osteopenia has become osteoporosis. Going back on Fosamax.
6/8 118.5 GKI 8.3 OMAD yesterday “Just like the real thing” lasagna
6/9 118.0 GKI 6.3
6/10 118.0 GKI 9.8 OMAD at a new (to us) Japanese restaurant. Rice or noodles with everything, no low carb option. The General Tso’s chicken was not heavily breaded like most places. YAY! Delicious but could have been spicier - particularly after the fellow warned me twice about the hot spice!
6/11 118.5 GKI 5.7 (edited) Day 2 of helping get the school library in order.
6/12 118.5 GKI 7.0 OMAD was from a new to us BBQ place. It didn’t taste sweet except the taste of sauce I got when I dipped the tip of my fork. Properly seasoned BBQ doesn’t need sauce and this was good without it.
6/13 121.0 GKI unknown I don’t know what was wrong with my meter this morning. Late OMAD yesterday have no idea why the 2.5# gain. Smoked pork tenderloin, cauliflower, keto sour cream poundcake with berries and SF vanilla whipped cream.
6/14 119.0 GKI 5.9 Got a call from out of town cousin who was in town for a day so we went to The Strip to see them and sat with them while they had dinner. We had had Great Greek for OMAD at 4:30 rather than eating late at 6:30 again.
6/15 119.0 GKI 4.8 I recorded my days weight as 118.5 in one place and 119 in another. 🤷♀️Using higher weight here. Shopped at Sam’s club yesterday. Ate protein and one piece of keto cake with berries and whipped cream. Tonight is community bingo. No idea what is on the menu. I did bake 2 chicken thighs last night so there is protein in the frig.5 -
Round 190 starts tomorrow! See you there!
https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10866809/just-give-me-10-days-round-190#latest2 -
Round 189
I am a 47 yo mother of two who has just let everything take priority over health. I need to make some adjustments.
Daily Goals: Water, PiYo, 10k Steps, Meditation, and Food Tracking
R188 = -0.7lbs
Initial SW: 196.5 GW: 165
Day/Weight/Comment
Round 189 SW: 195.8
6/6 – 194.7 – Luckily I lost all the water weight I had retained due to the muscle soreness and I am back on track. It was nice to have a rest day and I am motivated for the week ahead!
6/7 – 194.6 – I think I forgot to post, but I did weigh in the morning
6/8 – 194.8 – Just hanging out here at this weight point for a bit…
6/9 – 194.0 – Popped down a little bit – hurray! I got in my exercise and meditation early this morning, because I’ll be working on our deck all day. Getting in that Vitamin D and fresh air :-D
6/10 – 194.1 – I totally wrecked my body by spending 8 hours staining our deck. I’ll be taking today and a rest day. Luckily I didn’t follow all that work with a burger and fries like I wants – here’s to forming better habits!
6/11 – 194.0 – My body feels better, so I did a Piyo workout. The sunburn is the only lingering annoyance. We were going to go hiking this weekend, but it’s raining so we’ve had to postpone.
6/12 – 193.2 - We’re buying a grill today and I can’t wait to cook some yummy, healthy foods on it!
6/13 – 192.5 – Whoooo, I’m having a bit of a slide down right now. I guess I should enjoy it while it’s happening. The rain put a crimp in my step count but at least I got Piyo in each day.
6/14 – 191.8 – And the slide continues. I’m not sure what the cause of this I, but I’ll take it! I’m eating all of my allotted calories for the day and only set at 1 lb loss per week. After 4 solid days of rain, today was gorgeous and I took a walk around the neighborhood – so gorgeous!
6/15 – 191.1 – Dang! This was an unexpectedly successful 10 days. We have our grill working and we’re set up for lots of delicious grilled meats and veg all summer. Although I do plan on taking my husband for brunch on Father’s Day – I think with the success this week I can definitely “afford” a good breakfast out.
Round 189 Loss = 4.7lbs !!!!
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and_JeffreyD_ wrote: »
We are all surrounded by people who don’t give a hoot, so it’s nice to share this space with all of you who do.carenwilson1983 wrote: »
6/15 167.2 lbs lost a total of 5.8 lbs and the journey is just beginning. Keeping a low-carb diet and heading in the right direction.
They don’t give a hoot or fight you every step of the way.
When I started low carb, we had some friends who were diabetics. I told them what I was doing but she (on insulin) said her doctor was opposed to low carb eating* and he (NID) ate everything carby. They told me I would never lose or keep off the weight limiting carbs. Such great support, right? Well, I did say “we HAD.” Of our other closest neighborhood friends and cruising buddies, the DHs met at the fitness room here and discussed my WOE daily. They decided it wasn’t a good plan because I “need” to eat fruit. I seldom have fruit and certainly not the watermelon and fresh pineapple which caused me to gain 30# one summer when “fruit is free” was the plan at WW. For every negative remark they had, I had research to back my argument.
*Really, why would a doctor encourage you to do something that can reverse type 2 diabetes? That could be money out of his pocket!!
And @_JeffreyD_ I think of you every time they update this story. I would have just posted the picture but MFP won’t allow me to post pix.
https://www.8newsnow.com/news/local-news/lake-meads-vertical-speedboat-is-almost-on-dry-land/amp/3 -
@deepwoodslady my thoughts and prayers are with you. I hope the doctors are able to figure out what’s going on to help restore your quality of life.
@Oregon_Momma look at you go! I’ve gotta do a celebratory dance for this. What song should I get down to?
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I have about 25 kg to lose. I use multiple tape measurements (cm) around my body because they aren't affected by salt intake. My weight has been dropping for 3 months now. Apparently I've been trying to lose weight since September 2012, the last time I was at goal weight. Let's see if stopping eating sugary food is going to change things.
Heaviest ever 1st Jan 2021, goal+31 kg
* means kg lost
Round 181 ending 856 cm
Round 182 ending 851 cm
Round 183 ending 844.5 cm *
Round 184 ending 841 cm
Round 185 ending 836 cm
Round 186 ending 833 cm *
Round 187 ending 830 cm
Round 188 ending 826 cm
bolded numbers means dropped by 0.5 cm
104.5 101.5 105.0 60.5 48.0 57.0 46.5 104.0 102.5 104.0
103.0 99.0 103.0 60.5 49.0 58.0 47.0 105.5 104.0 104.5
105.0 100.0 103.5 60.5 49.0 57.0 48.0 104.0 100.0 104.5
103.0 100.5 103.0 60.5 49.0 57.0 48.0 104.0 100.0 104.5
103.5 99.0 104.0 60.0 49.5 58.0 48.0 104.0 100.0 104.5
104.0 99.5 104.5 61.0 49.0 58.0 47.0 104.5 99.0 104.5
103.0 99.5 105.0 60.0 49.0 56.5 47.0 104.5 101.0 104.5
103.5 101.0 105.5 60.0 48.0 57.5 47.5 104.0 102.0 105.0
104.5 101.0 105.0 61.0 49.0 57.0 47.5 104.0 102.0 105.0
106.0 103.0 104.0 59.0 48.5 58.0 47.0 104.0 100.5 104.5
This calculates to 822.5 cm, a loss from last round
I've simplified the calculations from previous rounds because I realised I'd be flying blind if/when my laptop dies. This round hasn't gone well, I've eaten way too much and my measurement drops should have stopped, but didn't. A miracle. I ran for only 9 minutes, but the good news is that I've started running again in the last few days. As for dropping the sugar, that's still a problem. I did lose another kilogram on the first day so that's good news. I've realised how easy this slow weight loss is, I'm rarely hungry. So I'm continuing with the slow weight loss. I calculated goal month March 2024, 39 months to lose 31 kg.4 -
Great job @threewins! I just took my measurements earlier this week to start tracking. I’m looking for overall fitness beyond the scale. I took it in inches so decided I’ll compre monthly. Eager to see results like this myself! Thank you for sharing your journey ney here.4
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@JbeanR0212 Thank you! Turn up the volume on your favorite upbeat song and let's have a dance! 🥳3
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@wakegrrl - my suggestion is to swap things around a bit to get the scales going; maybe swap times you have main meal to when you have lunch , if your domestic arrangements allow, or try different types of food maybe more protein less carbs?
I've tried eating more at mealtimes to make me feel full rather than less and then avoiding snacking in between. Anything to kick start!!4 -
Oregon_Momma wrote: »@JbeanR0212 Thank you! Turn up the volume on your favorite upbeat song and let's have a dance! 🥳
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SW: 214.8
End weight: 210.8 loss of 4 lbs in 10 days.
Day/Weight/Comment
6/6 214.4 I am glad to see another weight loss. This morning I did gardening. I also prepped alot of fruits and veggies to eat throughout the week which is new but something I think will be helpful. Nervous about the upcoming two days because I am going to be working night shift which is going to be throwing things out of whack.
6/7 213.6 Very happy with another loss. Not sure what I am doing today really. I am working starting at 11pm so sleeping mostly today. The real challenge will be when it is past midnight and I would typically eat alot to keep myself awake during the shift. I can't really do that to stay on track. I do have some healthy things I am bringing.
6/8 I worked night shift and some other of the staff brought in chips and dip and doritos all which I love but I did not have any of it and I had my prepared food from home!
6/9 I worked night shift again. Hopefully not again for awhile. Again other people brought chips and things to share. But I held steady and brought my healthy packed food! And I was under my calorie for today.
6/10 212.2 Got back on the scale and was happy to see good number. I new were having pizza for dinner so was able to budget enough for dinner and still be under. Feeling surprisingly energized after work.
6/11 212.8 A little disappointed with the gain today. I really don't know where it is from I was under my calories.
6/12 213.4 Not sure what is going on... perhaps water weight.
6/13 211 Well finally back in the right direction! Hopefully staying this way from now on. I just discovered chocolate rice cakes and they are surprisingly good.
6/14 210.8! Very happy to see more progress. Went to Steak and Shake today and usually would have a melt and milkshake. I chose something a bit healthier but still tasty so was happy with that.
6/15 Ending weight 210.8. I am glad to see a total of 4 lbs lost. Today was really hot so got an ice cream bar as a treat!!6 -
JGM10Ds -|- Round 189
🌷🌱🌷🌱🌷🌱🌷🌱🌷
🌷🌱🌷JUNE 2022🌷🌱🌷
🌷🌱🌷🌱🌷🌱🌷🌱• In Maintenance since July 2019Just because Covid restrictions aren’t compulsory doesn’t mean they’re not necessarily.
• Smart BMI - optimal weight.
• Muscle/Fat %ages in normal range
People are still dying out there……… and the numbers are on the rise again.
😷Take care! Stay safe!😷
JUNE focus:maintain weight < 140 (I have been maintaining since July 2019)I liked this so much I'm borrowing it.
Work on improving stamina, strength, flexibility, which may impact the scale
Every healthy habit brings me closer to scratching each of these off to NEVER see them again!
220's; 210's; 200's; 190's; 180's; 170's; 160's; 150's; 140's; 130's
🔹Posting weight and comments each evening.
StatsTerri: Female; 76; Northern Ireland; married > 55 years; ex Maths teacher; volunteer group leader for U3A (University of the Third Age - life-long learning charity)I am - MINDFUL - of making heathy choices
SW: 227 (Mar 2014)
LW: 136.4(Nov 2021)
GW: < 140
to - MAXIMISE - the achievement of my goals!
Giving up is NOT an option! I KNOW I am doing this!
2022 Focus: Maintenance
Maintain weight < 140
Work on stamina, strength, and flexibility
JGM10Ds ROUND 189
Round 188 EW: 137.9
Day/Weight/Comment
06/06: 137.7: Daily Habits👌🏻
07/06: 137.6: Daily Habits👌🏻
08/06: 137.9: Daily Habits👌🏻
09/06: 138.1: Daily Habits👌🏻
10/06: 137.9: Daily Habits👌🏻
11/06: 138.1: Daily Habits👌🏻
12/06: 138.2: Daily Habits👌🏻
13/06: 138.3: Daily Habits👌🏻
14/06: 138.1: Daily Habits👌🏻
15/06: 138.5: Daily Habits👌🏻
Daily Habits - 2022
Update - June 20221. Log ALL CI/CO (Daily)
2. Stay under goal (Daily)
3. Balance macros/micros (Daily)
4. Hydrate adequately (Daily)
5. Choose healthy options (Daily)
6. Steps > 7500 (Daily)
7. Stretch before/after workouts
8. 15+ minutes Cardio > 5 days a week
9. 15+ mins Strength > 5 days a week
10. 15+ mins Flexibility > 5 days a week
11. Active hours > 6
12. Practice self-care (Daily)
13. Stay up to date with accounts (monthly)
14. Mindfulness Practice/meditation ((Daily - morning/evening)
15. 1 > 15 mins Declutter sessions (Daily)
16. Be creative
17. Purchase essential items only
18. Read a book > 15 mins
19. Work on ongoing craft projects
20. Learn something new
21. Develop Healthy Habits
https://www.random.org/colors/hex
THERE ARE NO QUICK FIXES OR SHORTCUTS to achieving permanent change.
REMINDERS: One or two thoughts which might give heart to some of you.Stick with the process. It DOES work! But it does take time, effort, and most of all, patience!- Daily weight fluctuations are normal, and can be as much as 2 lbs a day for no apparent reason.
- A general downward trend is what we are looking for.
- Eating out can cause apparent weight gain because of high sodium levels, but usually goes quickly. Drinking extra water helps with this.
- The human body does not react instantly to what we do to it. Sometimes it can take several days to see results.
- Plateaus are a normal part of the process. The body is consolidating and adapting to your new way of eating/exercising.
- The closer you get to your goal weight, the more difficult it becomes to lose weight, as your body becomes more efficient at using what you feed it.
- When you exercise you build muscle, which takes up less space than fat, so use measurements as well as weight to assess your progress.
- Getting/Staying fit and healthy requires a lifestyle change for most people.
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Thank you, @quiltingjaine !
72 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.
Heaviest: 192.2
Round GW: 147.0
UGW: 132.2
06/04 - 149.1 at 8:15 a.m. ...6.44 miles in 124 mins
06/05 - 148.5 at 7:00 a.m. ...Grandson's soccer party
Day/Weight/Comment
06/06 - 151.6 at 5:00 a.m. ...60 min workout w/trainer
06/07 - 151.5 at 5:30 a.m. ...6.63 miles in 128 mins
06/08 - 151.0 at 5:00 a.m. ...60 min workout w/trainer
06/09 - 151.3 at 5:30 a.m. ...zero...made soup then it was too hot outside!
06/10 - 150.0 at 5:00 a.m. ...60 min workout w/trainer...it was 104 degrees today!!
06/11 - 149.0 at 8:45 a.m. ...zero...too hot
06/12 - 151.5 at 7:30 a.m. ...5.78 miles in 104 mins
06/13 - 151.5 at 5:15 a.m. ...60 min workout w/trainer
06/14 - 149.6 at 6:15 a.m. ...zero
06/15 - 152.6 at 5:45 a.m. ...60 min workout w/trainer
Chris4 -
Round # 54 for me!
SW: 367.6 (6000 step goal, goal to lose 2 to 3 lbs. each challenge, go to bed by 11:30, no eating out more than once every 10-day challenge)
Day/Weight/Comment (previous day steps)
6/06 366.0
3853
6/07 367.2 6023 – Still working on getting back on track.
6/08 367.2 2816 – Welcome to all the new ones joining the challenge. There is a lot of support here and you will lose weight if you stick with weighing daily and checking in here no matter what. I am working in the office today so I will get my step goal in for sure. I must get cracking if I want to reach my goal for this round. Hard to get my MOJO back after vacation but I am getting there for sure. I brought fixings for salads Monday night. I may go again tonight to see if I can find some reasonable fruit in season besides bananas…lol
6/09 367.2 7508
6/10 367.2 3250
6/11 362.4 4375
6/12 362.4 7168 – Weekend good so far. I finally dropped some more pounds. I am getting ready to move so I have a lot to do to prepare for move. I will be moving in with my sister for the 1st ever and I am praying it works out. Reached my goal of 363 with 3 more days to go or two. So may squeeze in another pound.
6/13 359.6 4386 – Unbelievable! but I have been eating well under calories and not eating back movement calories. No real workouts yet. My knees have been acting up, but I have been walking more without cane and I have notice that I burn a lot more calories without cane assistance. Another lady at work told me she could see I was losing weight. This is always motivational for me to keep going. Especially since I have days without losing when I am eating right, and I know why that is.
6/14 359.6 6859 It is hot today but nice and cool in my apartment. Going to get in a nice, modified workout this evening. Under calories so far today…hope everyone is staying cool if in the heat wave states
@JbeanR0212 – Thanks for the inspirational quotes you put at the end of your daily posts.
6/15 359.6 4287 – I am very happy with my loss this round. I will see you all in the next round! Keep up the good work everyone. We can do this, one day at a time.
Total lost this round: (-8.0) (Goal this round: 363)
*One of my major goals is to get my BMI under 40 (260 weight) so I can have surgery on my knees*Round & annual StatsMy journey … "I May Not Be Where I Want To Be, but I’m Not Where I Use To Be!"Round 64 - SW 373.4 EW 369 (-4.4)
Round 65 - SW 370.8 EW 375.4 (+4.6)
Round 66 - SW 376 EW 373.6 (- 2.4)
Round 68 - SW 375.2 EW 377 (+ 1.8)
Round 69 - SW 380.2 EW 382.4 (+ 2.2)
Round 70 - SW 382.4 EW 378.8 (- 3.6)
Round 71 - SW 378.4 EW 368 (- 10.4)
Round 73 - SW 385.4 EW 385.4 (0.0)
Round 74 - SW 384.0 EW 378.2 (- 5.8)
Round 75 - SW 380.0 EW 377.8 (- 2.2)
Round 76 - SW 377.8 EW 380.4 (+ 2.6)
Round 78 - SW 390.4 EW 381.0 (- 9.4)
Round 79 - SW 383.0 EW 379.6 (- 3.4)
Round 80 - SW 383.8 EW 387.6 (+ 3.8)
Round 83 - SW 392.0 EW 388.2 (- 3.8)
Round 84 - SW 388.8 EW 386.8 (- 2.0)
Round 85 - SW 387.6 EW 390.2 (+ 2.6)
Round 86 - SW 392.8 EW 387.6 (-5.2)
Round 87- SW 385.8 EW 389.0 (+3.2)
Round 88 - SW 388.4 EW 395.0 (+6.6)
Round 90 - SW 396.6 EW 394.0 (-2.6)
Round 93 - SW 402.4 EW 400.4 (-1.6)
Round 94 - SW 397.0 EW 396.2 (-0.8)
Round 95 - SW 394.2 EW 394.8 (+0.6)
Round 96 - SW 394.8 EW 389.6 (-5.2)
Round 97 - SW 391.4 EW 395.8 (+4.4)
Net change 2019 = SW 373.4 EW 398.8 (+25.4)
Round 100 - SW 398.8 EW 394.4 (-4.4)
Round 101 - SW 397.6 EW 394.8 (-2.8)
Round 102 - SW 398.0 EW 393.2 (-4.8)
Round 103 - SW 392.2 EW 393.0 (+0.8)
Round 104 - SW 393.0 EW 391.4 (-1.6)
Round 107 - SW 397.8 EW 392.0 (-5.8)
Round 109 – SW 388.8 EW 387.6 (-1.2)
Round 110 – SW 393.8 EW 391.4 (-2.4)
Round 111 – SW 393.8 EW 395.0 (+1.2)
Net change 2020 = SW 398.8 EW 395.0 (-3.8)
Round 165 – SW 385.8 EW 387.8 (+2.0)
Round 166 – SW 387.8 EW 388.0 (+0.2)
Round 167 – SW 388.0 EW 388.0 (0.0)
Round 172 – SW 384.6 EW 383.4 (-1.2)
Round 173 – SW 383.4 EW 380.0 (-3.4)
Net change 2021 = SW 385.8 EW 380.0 (-5.8)
Round 174 – SW 380.0 EW 375.2 (-4.8)
Round 175 – SW 375.2 EW 373.8 (-1.4)
Round 176 – SW 373.8 EW 373.0 (-0.8)
Round 177 – SW 373.0 EW 371.4 (-1.6)
Round 178 – SW 371.4 EW 365.4 (-6.0)
Round 179 – SW 365.4 EW 371.6 (+6.2)
Round 180 – SW 371.6 EW 367.0 (-4.6)
Round 181 – SW 367.0 EW 360.6 (-6.4)
Round 182 – SW 360.6 EW 362.8 (+2.2)
Round 185 – SW 370.0 EW 366.0 (-4.0)
Round 186 – SW 366.0 EW 366.0 (0.0)
Round 187 – SW 366.0 EW 359.0 (-7.0)
Round 188 – SW 359.0 EW 367.6 (+8.6)
Net change 2022 = SW 380.0 EW 367.6 (-12.4) Overall goal: 26-39 lbs.In 2003 Weighed over 600 lbs.My highest weight was 611 in 2003. Weight in 2004 before weight loss surgery was 580. Lowest weight after surgery was 302 in 2007. "I May Not Be Where I Want To Be, but I’m Not Where I Use To Be!"
In 2005 Weighed under 400 lbs.
In 2007 lowest weight after surgery 302lbs
I joined MFP on March 27, 2010, weighing in at 388 pounds. I was re-gaining weight and stumbled up on it while trying to get back on track. I was determined never to see 400+ on that scale again for me.
I have been morbidly obese all my life. I have a lifetime of mental and physical scars from obesity. In October 2004 I had Gastric Bypass surgery. WLS (Weight Loss Surgery) was the best gift that I could and did give to myself.
Between 2008 and 2010 I gradually gained back 80 of almost 300 pounds lost initially after weight loss surgery. I never reached my goal weight of 200 pounds. I still managed to keep off over 65 percent of the weight I lost which is very good and I am very proud of my accomplishments since 2004. It has literally changed my life for the better on all levels. I am here to lose re-gained weight and to reach my initial goal weight. I am in no hurry. I am taking this one day at a time and I am in it for the long haul.
Surgery did not fix the head. It is a good tool and the best gift I have given to myself, but it was not the easy way out as many people think. Once the honeymoon period is over after the WLS it is up to the patient to keep the weight off.
On August 29, 2011-- I was admitted to Intensive Outpatient Eating Disorder Program to learn how to manage my binge eating disorder effectively. The program is wonderful indeed and will be instrumental in me reaching all of my goals. The focus of this program was how to eat and not diet. Weight loss was not a goal of the program. I gained 20 pounds in program. But I had to get thru a lot of stuff and the time I was released I had stopped gaining. I was discharged from program on December 3, 2011.
My tool is still working for me today. My head is still the issue. SO, the struggle continues. I will never beat myself up again. I fight the fine fight faithfully and positively every day. Because that is what will get me to my goals one day. Even though it may not show up on the scale every day -- Every day I make progress one way or another just by showing up, waking up and trying.
Giving up is not an option for me. Perseverance, Patience, & Positive thinking will help me reach my goals…… and the same is true for you too!! We have the power within us. 6 -
Female 5’3” Age 58 years
CGW: 170
UGW: 140
CW: 184.8
Day/Weight/Comment
6/6 184.8 SW. I'm feeling better after a week back on MFP, eating well and exercising. Just adjusted my macros for higher protein and continuing with exercise routine. Walking, cycling and strength training are my go to's. Love reading everyone's comments and encouragements.
6/7 183.6 Always nice to see the scale go down, but remembering that there will be little ups and downs all week.....Busy day at work, and have a bike ride with dear husband after work to look forward to.
6/8- 183.6 It rained yesterday so the bike ride didn't happen, but I did 45 minutes of Jessica Smith workouts instead. Tried kickboxing--which was fun and harder than I expected. Does anyone else know Jessica Smith? If you are getting back into exercise, she has tons of free workouts on YouTube. The variety is great and it's easy to do in your own house.
6/9- 182.8 Okay, I'll take this! Just read a post yesterday that recommended "eating back your exercise calories" to make sure you don't lose too quickly. Does anyone have experience with that? In 2016, I lost 65 lbs in about 8 months--it was an
unsustainable program for me and I put it all back on and then some. The post said that loosing too quickly messes with your hunger and fullness hormones.....This kind of makes sense to me. I'm pretty active so on the days when I burn a lot from a long bike ride or a hike--I'll try eating more--but keeping it healthy--and see what happens.
6/10 - 182.8 I guess I forgot to log this yesterday?
6/11- 182.8 Same weight for three days---hoping for a decrease tomorrow. I felt a little discouraged yesterday--usually feel this at night when I am tired--so I just went to bed. Feeling more motivated this morning. This is when I have to lean in to consistency and keep doing the things--I start to get discouraged when the weight loss slows even though I know slow loss is normal and healthy. Any one else struggle with that?
6/12 182.3 Sigh, no decrease, but no increase either.....
6/13 - 183.4 (+.6) I think discouragement got me last night-- and there was chocolate chip cookie dough involved so an uptick on the scale this morning. NSV's are important on days like this. My clothes feel way better, I'm sleeping great, I can go down the stairs without leaning on the railing and my legs feel stronger. Even if I finish the 10 day challenge at this weight, I'm down 1.4 from the start of it--and creating better habits everyday.
6/14 184.8 Yikes, back up to where I started the challenge. I snacked a bit wildly on Monday night and see the results of that with Tuesday's weigh in. Have to remember how it feels when I do that--on the one hand, had fun, on the other, slowed my progress.
6/15 183.6 Ok, final weight for the challenge is -1.2. I had hoped I'd do better, but I'm trying to look at this like, its a lifestyle, if I lose a pound a week--that is fine!! Moving in the right direction. Also had a great work out today--1.5 hour outside bike ride and a 5 mile walk. Should set me up to start the next challenge! See everyone there!6 -
TerriRichardson112 wrote: »JGM10Ds -|- Round 189
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🌷🌱🌷JUNE 2022🌷🌱🌷
🌷🌱🌷🌱🌷🌱🌷🌱• In Maintenance since July 2019Just because Covid restrictions aren’t compulsory doesn’t mean they’re not necessarily.
• Smart BMI - optimal weight.
• Muscle/Fat %ages in normal range
People are still dying out there……… and the numbers are on the rise again.
😷Take care! Stay safe!😷
JUNE focus:maintain weight < 140 (I have been maintaining since July 2019)I liked this so much I'm borrowing it.
Work on improving stamina, strength, flexibility, which may impact the scale
Every healthy habit brings me closer to scratching each of these off to NEVER see them again!
220's; 210's; 200's; 190's; 180's; 170's; 160's; 150's; 140's; 130's
🔹Posting weight and comments each evening.
StatsTerri: Female; 76; Northern Ireland; married > 55 years; ex Maths teacher; volunteer group leader for U3A (University of the Third Age - life-long learning charity)I am - MINDFUL - of making heathy choices
SW: 227 (Mar 2014)
LW: 136.4(Nov 2021)
GW: < 140
to - MAXIMISE - the achievement of my goals!
Giving up is NOT an option! I KNOW I am doing this!
2022 Focus: Maintenance
Maintain weight < 140
Work on stamina, strength, and flexibility
JGM10Ds ROUND 189
Round 188 EW: 137.9
Day/Weight/Comment
06/06: 137.7: Daily Habits👌🏻
07/06: 137.6: Daily Habits👌🏻
08/06: 137.9: Daily Habits👌🏻
09/06: 138.1: Daily Habits👌🏻
10/06: 137.9: Daily Habits👌🏻
11/06: 138.1: Daily Habits👌🏻
12/06: 138.2: Daily Habits👌🏻
13/06: 138.3: Daily Habits👌🏻
14/06: 138.1: Daily Habits👌🏻
15/06: 138.5: Daily Habits👌🏻
Daily Habits - 2022
Update - June 20221. Log ALL CI/CO (Daily)
2. Stay under goal (Daily)
3. Balance macros/micros (Daily)
4. Hydrate adequately (Daily)
5. Choose healthy options (Daily)
6. Steps > 7500 (Daily)
7. Stretch before/after workouts
8. 15+ minutes Cardio > 5 days a week
9. 15+ mins Strength > 5 days a week
10. 15+ mins Flexibility > 5 days a week
11. Active hours > 6
12. Practice self-care (Daily)
13. Stay up to date with accounts (monthly)
14. Mindfulness Practice/meditation ((Daily - morning/evening)
15. 1 > 15 mins Declutter sessions (Daily)
16. Be creative
17. Purchase essential items only
18. Read a book > 15 mins
19. Work on ongoing craft projects
20. Learn something new
21. Develop Healthy Habits
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THERE ARE NO QUICK FIXES OR SHORTCUTS to achieving permanent change.
REMINDERS: One or two thoughts which might give heart to some of you.Stick with the process. It DOES work! But it does take time, effort, and most of all, patience!- Daily weight fluctuations are normal, and can be as much as 2 lbs a day for no apparent reason.
- A general downward trend is what we are looking for.
- Eating out can cause apparent weight gain because of high sodium levels, but usually goes quickly. Drinking extra water helps with this.
- The human body does not react instantly to what we do to it. Sometimes it can take several days to see results.
- Plateaus are a normal part of the process. The body is consolidating and adapting to your new way of eating/exercising.
- The closer you get to your goal weight, the more difficult it becomes to lose weight, as your body becomes more efficient at using what you feed it.
- When you exercise you build muscle, which takes up less space than fat, so use measurements as well as weight to assess your progress.
- Getting/Staying fit and healthy requires a lifestyle change for most people.
You amaze me that you can always maintain below 140! Congratulations, I endeavour to permanently maintain below my goal weight, but find it so difficult to. You are an inspiration xx4
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