TEAM: The Big Butt Theory (August)
AB0215
Posts: 7,141 Member
Welcome to the Challenge new and returning teammates!! This is the conversation/weigh in thread for your Team 
Keep on losing because our first weigh ins begin THIS Sunday! Should you need anything, please post here and your team Captains will answer as soon as possible.
Keep on losing because our first weigh ins begin THIS Sunday! Should you need anything, please post here and your team Captains will answer as soon as possible. 2
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MUAC Daily Post: Sunday (7/31)
Track: Yes
Calories: Yes - Gross Under / 💧184 oz.
Exercise: Yes - 💪2,779 kcal’s ⛑ +52 (253), 👟 27,018
Goals/Day/Comments: I had a late dinner and a drink after a beautiful days hike. Step count not all that great but trail was very rocky and had a steep 5,000’ vertical grade as we neared the top. After all the huffing and puffing to conquer it I found my PAI a little disappointing but am proud of my progress. Carried a 12# pack on an 8+ mile hike to an elevation of 11,848’ and the view was worth it. Proud of myself because I don’t think I could’ve managed this in March.
“A river cuts through rock, not because of its power, but because of its persistence.” - Jim Watkins3 -
I think we only have 1 new member assigned so far but based on registration thread I’m hoping to see a few more.
Welcome to the group @SarKrisD! I’m in a few community challenges but this one and our teammates are by far my absolute favorite! Don’t hesitate to ask anything here, everyone is so supportive and helpful!1 -
JbeanR0212 wrote: »I think we only have 1 new member assigned so far but based on registration thread I’m hoping to see a few more.
Welcome to the group @SarKrisD! I’m in a few community challenges but this one and our teammates are by far my absolute favorite! Don’t hesitate to ask anything here, everyone is so supportive and helpful!
@JbeanR0212 awwwe...🥰
@sarkrisd Welcome! 🙋♀️ I'll do a proper introduction tomorrow but wanted to say hello and welcome you to the team.1 -
Update: Sun 31st Jul
Track: Yes
Calories: Yes under, fasted for 20hrs 35mins.
Exercise: Yes - 34217 steps, 6mile run and 6.1mile walk.
Goals/Day/Comments: Felt a bit tired today and almost didn't go out but pushed myself. Can't believe a new month has begun already1 -
JbeanR0212 wrote: »I think we only have 1 new member assigned so far but based on registration thread I’m hoping to see a few more.
Welcome to the group @SarKrisD! I’m in a few community challenges but this one and our teammates are by far my absolute favorite! Don’t hesitate to ask anything here, everyone is so supportive and helpful!
Welcome @sarkrisd1 -
Sunday 31 July
Track: yes
Under: yes
Exercise: yes1 -
Let me be the first to wish @Krysless2 a very Happy Birthday!!! 🎂🥳🎁🍾🍹🥰2
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DaffyGirl88 wrote: »Let me be the first to wish @Krysless2 a very Happy Birthday!!! 🎂🥳🎁🍾🍹🥰
Happy Birthday @Krysless2 I hope you have a great day
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DaffyGirl88 wrote: »Let me be the first to wish @Krysless2 a very Happy Birthday!!! 🎂🥳🎁🍾🍹🥰
Happy Birthday @Krysless22 -
Naija82
Week 1
PW = 138.2
CW = 133.4
Okay this was much more weight loss than I wanted and need to slow it down, I should be eating more. I'm starting to see loose skin which I hate!!1 -
🎉Happy Birthday @krysless2🥳! You are a gift 🎁 my friend! I hope you get to spend some time building memories with loved ones.1
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Naija82
Week 1
PW = 138.2
CW = 133.4
Okay this was much more weight loss than I wanted and need to slow it down, I should be eating more. I'm starting to see loose skin which I hate!!
@Naija82 I think eating more sounds like a good plan. MFP is designed for people to eat back their exercise calories. It's the main reason that I exercise!
I joke, I do it for my health and to clear my mind. But being able to have chocolate in my calorie allowance each day doesn't hurt.
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Naija82
Week 1
PW = 138.2
CW = 133.4
Okay this was much more weight loss than I wanted and need to slow it down, I should be eating more. I'm starting to see loose skin which I hate!!
I’m so happy to hear you say this @Naija82, been observing with worry over here but not wanting to overstep at the same time. Slow & steady wins the race.2 -
MUAC Daily Post: Monday (8/1)
Track: Yes
Calories: Yes - Gross Under / 💧128 oz.
Exercise: Yes - 💪395 kcal’s ⛑ +13 (275), 👟 12,847
Goals/Day/Comments: “Always believe that something wonderful is about to happen.” - Coco Chanel1 -
Welcome to the new people!!
@rwillems - The Big Butt Theory
@Arietty32 - The Big Butt Theory
@nancyinmo - The Big Butt Theory
@GloriaE2016 - The Big Butt Theory
@sarkrisd - The Big Butt Theory3 -
DaffyGirl88 wrote: »Welcome to the new people!!
@rwillems - The Big Butt Theory
@Arietty32 - The Big Butt Theory
@nancyinmo - The Big Butt Theory
@GloriaE2016 - The Big Butt Theory
🎉 how invigorating!!!!!! Welcome, welcome!2 -
ABOUT THE CHALLENGES & REQUIRED WEIGHT POSTINGSWe are going to be running a daily post challenge or MUAC(Mini Ultimate Accountability Challenge) Based on another MFP Challenge called the UAC
Participation in this challenge is optional but highly encouraged for the following reasons:
- Helps to keep your goals in focus daily
- Motivating to see others working on the same things and having the same struggles too. It's defintely a reminder that we're not alone and we are a team
- Many of us who participate and have successfully lost weight, m would all agree that the daily posting MUAC really is the key!
The way it works:
#1. Track EVERYTHING you eat that has calories.
#2. Stay inside your allocated daily budget. (you set your own budget)
#3. Try to do at least 20 minutes of activity a day (anything: walk, run, cycle, swim, gardening, housework, yoga, gym, etc.. As long as it gets you active and off the couch)
#4. Check in daily (tracking yes/no, calories yes/no, exercise yes/no).
****End of the week. those who have managed to keep to plan for 6 out of 7 days are recognized in the thread as being part of the weekly "Winners Circle".Our weeks always start on Sunday so we started tracking yesterday. Sunday, July 31st 😉
Your MUAC Posts should look like this:
Daily Post (Sunday)
Track: Yes/no
Calories: Yes/no (were you under)
Exercise: Yes/no (what type and how long)
Goals/Day/Comments: (Tell us a brief description about how your day went or your goals for the day)
Your Weekly Weigh-In Posts should look like this:
Krysless2
Week 1
PW =(previous weight)
CW=(current weight)
Also, if you have any suggestions for the team or fun ideas to spice things up a bit, please feel free to share them, we look for new ways to help engagement and keep people motivated!!
Welcome to the Challenge!!1 -
My name is Sue, and I am 62 years old. I live in southern Maryland, am married, have two grown kids (1 in Seattle, 1 in VA), 2 grandbabies (VA) and 1 fur baby 🐶. I work full time, currently teleworking which appears may go on for.ev.er. I love to read, ride my bike, quilt, and make greeting cards. I am always up for a challenge (you've probably figured that out LOL) and am usually involved in multiple reading, fitness and Fitbit challenges at any given time. 📚🚶♀️
I have been on MFP for 10 years now and part of TBBT for a little over 2. Wow...time sure does fly!! I joined TBBT after COVID/teleworking caused my weight to climb. I officially hit my goal of 140 lbs last month but will probably revise it down a bit. It took me years (almost 20) to crack the 150 barrier so we’ll see.
The days are warmer so I am looking forward to being able to get back outside and bike / hike / kayak. My goal for August is to be lighter than I ended July. ⚖️ I don't care by how much, it all adds up. However, I WOULD like to lose a few more pounds. I am going to Hawaii in October so I need to start getting serious now. Can't wait until the end of September and try to lose 10 pounds. LOL
More about me later, I need to get back to work. I just wanted to welcome everyone and say here's to another great month for TBBT!!! 🎉 3 -
Happy Birthday!🎂🎈🎉 @Krysless2
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Current and Previous Weight: 153.01
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Thank you for the welcome. I am posting my sunday details today, as I would be posting every morning.
Daily Post (Sunday)
Track: Yes
Calories: Yes/under
Exercise: Yes, walk 45 minutes
Current weight: 174.8 lbs
Comments: Happy to join TBBT. Been 3 years on MFP, my first time taking up a group challenge. I am always stuck in weight cycling, hoping this time I will lose it for good and reach my end goal weight: 110 lbs. Would love to lose at least 7 pounds by the end of this challenge and hit 160s.3 -
Thank you for the welcome. I am posting my sunday details today, as I would be posting every morning.
Daily Post (Sunday)
Track: Yes
Calories: Yes/under
Exercise: Yes, walk 45 minutes
Current weight: 174.8 lbs
Comments: Happy to join TBBT. Been 3 years on MFP, my first time taking up a group challenge. I am always stuck in weight cycling, hoping this time I will lose it for good and reach my end goal weight: 110 lbs. Would love to lose at least 7 pounds by the end of this challenge and hit 160s.
@Arietty32 That's perfect! I believe that most of us post in the morning for the previous day. Looking forward to getting to know you!2 -
8/1
Tracked: yes
Under: yes
Exercise: yes - spin class with modifications. Had my 2 week post op appt today…..and running is out of my future as well as any high intensity exercise. So I guess I’ll start working to see how fast I can walk a 5k 😂3 -
SarKrisD
Week 1
PW: 227.3
CW: 227.1
Hi! I'm Sarah. I'm coming back to MFP after about a year hiatus. I really need to get back into the habit of tracking what I eat, so I'm hoping this will help. I am a mom of 3, ages 3, 16, and 22. I am a teacher, so I'm getting ready to go back in next week.
My ultimate goal is to lose 25-30lbs. Pre-pandemic I was holding steady at 195lbs. I want to get back down to that. My current goal is to exercise for 30 minutes 3x a week and log daily. I would love to be under 220 at the end of the month.1 -
I’ve been secretly stalking this group for a month. Any chance I can switch teams? You guys look like you’re fun and supportive! Honestly I can’t remember the name of my team. No one types a word except their stats. Hold on and I’ll figure it out! 😆2
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I found it! I’m currently on The Belly Flats.2
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Welcome new team mates!!
I'm Amelia, mum of a 4 yesr old chocolate Labrador and a 7 month old baby girl. Currently struggling to lose the baby weight (I was promised that with breastfeeding the weight would fall off.. not the case for me!).
My baby is sleeping terribly at the moment (she has never been a great sleeper anyway, but these weeks it's a whole new level..) so my body is crying out for coffee, carbs and sugar. I'm recommitting to tracking diligently this week to try to have some sort of control in my life!!
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therealbluenote wrote: »I’ve been secretly stalking this group for a month. Any chance I can switch teams? You guys look like you’re fun and supportive! Honestly I can’t remember the name of my team. No one types a word except their stats. Hold on and I’ll figure it out! 😆
@therealbluenote I have no problem with it, but it's up to the moderator @AB0215 . If you can't change horses mid stream (so to speak 😂) you are more than welcome to hang with us until you can. We'd love to have you! Especially if you're going to be lurking in the shadows anyway. 😂😂 Come on out into the sunshine 🌞 girlfriend!3 -
mooreshelly09 wrote: »8/1
Tracked: yes
Under: yes
Exercise: yes - spin class with modifications. Had my 2 week post op appt today…..and running is out of my future as well as any high intensity exercise. So I guess I’ll start working to see how fast I can walk a 5k 😂
@mooreshelly09 not the news you were hoping for I know. 😔 But the wonderful world of spinning and biking welcomes you. 🥰🚴♀️1 -
Monday 1 August
Track: yes
Under: yes
Exercise: yes 🚴♀️🧘♀️1
