Just Give Me 10 Days - Round 215

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  • enlightenme3
    enlightenme3 Posts: 2,618 Member
    Round 215 (my 50th)
    February 21, 2023 - March 2, 2023
    Female, 5’7”
    HW: 181 pounds (Dec 30, 2019)
    Previous Rounds:
    R164 SW: 164.7, EW: 162.3
    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
    R189 EW: 133.8
    R190 EW: 134.3
    R191 EW: 132.5
    R192 EW: 132.9
    R193 EW: 132.5
    R194 EW: 133.4
    R195 EW: 132.7
    R196 EW: 133.6
    R197 EW: 134.9
    R198 EW: 132.3
    R199 EW: 130.7
    R200 EW: 130.5
    R201 EW: 130.7 (last weigh-in before traveling)
    R202 EW: 134.5
    R203 EW: 132.9
    R204 EW: 134.0
    R205 EW: 132.7
    R206 EW: 133.2
    R207 EW: 134.0
    R208 EW: 134.5
    R209 EW: 134.3
    R210 EW: 131.8
    R211 EW: 131.3
    R212 EW: 132.9
    R213 EW: 131.6
    R214 EW: 132.5
    RSW: 132.5 pounds (2/20/23, EO Round 214)
    RGW: < 135.0 pounds
    UGW: 130-135 pound range

    Day/Weight/Comment
    2/21: 132.1 - Jazzercise and walk yesterday with a few stairs thrown in for good measure. Consumed lots of fiber as well.
    2/22: 131.8 - Not sure why as I have been eating beyond my allotted calories. Getting my workouts in.
    2/23: 131.4 - Finally a good day yesterday. Got an extra-long workout in as well as controlled my eating.
    2/24: 131.4 - A little cold here, but got my workout in. Prepping for an upcoming dinner party (grocery store shopping, etc.)
    2/25: 132.3
    2/26: 132.3 -
    2/27: 133.2 - Had some old work friends over to dinner since it was the first time one of them was able to make it to our area for over 3 years. Too much food!
    2/28: -
    3/1: -
    3/2: -

    Total round weight loss/gain to date from EO last round: + 0.7 pounds
  • clprieur
    clprieur Posts: 270 Member

    2/27 218.5 (-1.5) Today is beginning of 28 day protien challenge which for me is 52 per meal which is making me anxious. This is not going to be easy but I have 28 days to get it right. I am starting with increasing dinner and tonight it is pressure cooker ham and beans. My recipe makes 8 servings at 13g protein each. Even at 2 servings I don't reach 52 lol. I am doing something wrong. Meh...day 1. 27 to go lol. 2 rebounder sessions done as well as pacing while helping momma with her first ever cell phone. What made my sister think momma could figure out an iPhone at 80?!? Did another rebounder as fitbit decided I didn't do two. Spent most the afternoon raking and blowing leaves to reach my step goal. I did over 9000. I will be sore tomorrow.

    @GirlOnTheRebound 52 grams per meal?! Wow! I can barely reach 60-90 per day!! HAH! Let us know how it goes! :)
  • 39flavours
    39flavours Posts: 1,494 Member
    clprieur wrote: »

    2/27 218.5 (-1.5) Today is beginning of 28 day protien challenge which for me is 52 per meal which is making me anxious. This is not going to be easy but I have 28 days to get it right. I am starting with increasing dinner and tonight it is pressure cooker ham and beans. My recipe makes 8 servings at 13g protein each. Even at 2 servings I don't reach 52 lol. I am doing something wrong. Meh...day 1. 27 to go lol. 2 rebounder sessions done as well as pacing while helping momma with her first ever cell phone. What made my sister think momma could figure out an iPhone at 80?!? Did another rebounder as fitbit decided I didn't do two. Spent most the afternoon raking and blowing leaves to reach my step goal. I did over 9000. I will be sore tomorrow.

    @GirlOnTheRebound 52 grams per meal?! Wow! I can barely reach 60-90 per day!! HAH! Let us know how it goes! :)

    I agree, it's so hard to get enough protein while staying within calories. Today I've had eggs, protein pancake, protein shake, packet of ham, mini cheeses, milk and a protein bar and I'm still only on 96 grams for the day. I'd love to know how others manage to get high protein levels
  • TerriRichardson112
    TerriRichardson112 Posts: 19,047 Member
    JGM10Ds Round 215
    (In maintenance)
    🍎🍓🍇🥝🫐🥝🍇🍓🍎
    🍎🥝FEBRUARY 2023
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    🍎🍓🍇🥝🫐🥝🍇🍓🍎
    Mostly over Covid but still one or two niggly symptoms hanging on.
    • In Maintenance since July 2019
    • Smart BMI - optimal weight.
    • Muscle/Fat %ages in normal range
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    Just because Covid restrictions aren’t compulsory doesn’t mean they’re not necessary.
    People are still dying out there……… and the numbers are on the rise again.
    😷Take care! Stay safe!😷
    FEBRUARY focus:
    * maintain weight < 140 (I have been maintaining since July 2019)
    * Maintain Daily Solid Habits
    I liked this so much I'm borrowing it.
    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.
    Stats
    Terri: Female; 76; Northern Ireland; married > 56 years; ex Maths teacher; volunteer group leader for U3A (University of the Third Age - life-long learning charity)
    SW: 227 (Mar 2014)
    LW: 131.2(3 Dec 2022)
    GW: < 140
    I am - MINDFUL - of making heathy choices
    to - MAXIMISE - the achievement of my goals!
    Giving up is NOT an option! I KNOW I am doing this!
    JGM10Ds ROUND 215
    Round 214: EW: 132.9
    Day/Weight/Comment
    21/02: 133.6: Daily Habits🫶
    22/02: 133.1: Daily Habits🫶
    23/02: 133.8: Daily Habits🫶
    24/02: 133.6: Daily Habits🫶
    25/02: 132.6: Daily Habits🫶
    26/02: 132.4: Daily Habits🫶
    27/02: 132.5: Daily Habits🫶
    28/02: xxx: Daily Habits
    01/03: xxx: Daily Habits
    02/03: xxx: Daily Habits
    Daily Habits - 2023
    Update - February 2023
    1. 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 > 6000 (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.
    • 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.
    Stick with the process. It DOES work! But it does take time, effort, and most of all, patience!
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  • GirlOnTheRebound
    GirlOnTheRebound Posts: 258 Member
    clprieur wrote: »

    2/27 218.5 (-1.5) Today is beginning of 28 day protien challenge which for me is 52 per meal which is making me anxious. This is not going to be easy but I have 28 days to get it right. I am starting with increasing dinner and tonight it is pressure cooker ham and beans. My recipe makes 8 servings at 13g protein each. Even at 2 servings I don't reach 52 lol. I am doing something wrong. Meh...day 1. 27 to go lol. 2 rebounder sessions done as well as pacing while helping momma with her first ever cell phone. What made my sister think momma could figure out an iPhone at 80?!? Did another rebounder as fitbit decided I didn't do two. Spent most the afternoon raking and blowing leaves to reach my step goal. I did over 9000. I will be sore tomorrow.

    @GirlOnTheRebound 52 grams per meal?! Wow! I can barely reach 60-90 per day!! HAH! Let us know how it goes! :)

    @clprieur ...I could be reading it wrong but MFP says I should have 156g protien per day. That's 52g per meal. Please tell me I am wrong lol. I barely reach the 40s....sigh
  • GirlOnTheRebound
    GirlOnTheRebound Posts: 258 Member
    39flavours wrote: »
    clprieur wrote: »

    2/27 218.5 (-1.5) Today is beginning of 28 day protien challenge which for me is 52 per meal which is making me anxious. This is not going to be easy but I have 28 days to get it right. I am starting with increasing dinner and tonight it is pressure cooker ham and beans. My recipe makes 8 servings at 13g protein each. Even at 2 servings I don't reach 52 lol. I am doing something wrong. Meh...day 1. 27 to go lol. 2 rebounder sessions done as well as pacing while helping momma with her first ever cell phone. What made my sister think momma could figure out an iPhone at 80?!? Did another rebounder as fitbit decided I didn't do two. Spent most the afternoon raking and blowing leaves to reach my step goal. I did over 9000. I will be sore tomorrow.

    @GirlOnTheRebound 52 grams per meal?! Wow! I can barely reach 60-90 per day!! HAH! Let us know how it goes! :)

    I agree, it's so hard to get enough protein while staying within calories. Today I've had eggs, protein pancake, protein shake, packet of ham, mini cheeses, milk and a protein bar and I'm still only on 96 grams for the day. I'd love to know how others manage to get high protein levels

    @39flavours my goodness thats a lot of food lol. Then one needs vegetables and carbs and.....whew. I would like to know too. I am going to purchase protein drinks this weekend for starters.
  • 39flavours
    39flavours Posts: 1,494 Member
    edited February 2023
    39flavours wrote: »
    clprieur wrote: »

    2/27 218.5 (-1.5) Today is beginning of 28 day protien challenge which for me is 52 per meal which is making me anxious. This is not going to be easy but I have 28 days to get it right. I am starting with increasing dinner and tonight it is pressure cooker ham and beans. My recipe makes 8 servings at 13g protein each. Even at 2 servings I don't reach 52 lol. I am doing something wrong. Meh...day 1. 27 to go lol. 2 rebounder sessions done as well as pacing while helping momma with her first ever cell phone. What made my sister think momma could figure out an iPhone at 80?!? Did another rebounder as fitbit decided I didn't do two. Spent most the afternoon raking and blowing leaves to reach my step goal. I did over 9000. I will be sore tomorrow.

    @GirlOnTheRebound 52 grams per meal?! Wow! I can barely reach 60-90 per day!! HAH! Let us know how it goes! :)

    I agree, it's so hard to get enough protein while staying within calories. Today I've had eggs, protein pancake, protein shake, packet of ham, mini cheeses, milk and a protein bar and I'm still only on 96 grams for the day. I'd love to know how others manage to get high protein levels

    @39flavours my goodness thats a lot of food lol. Then one needs vegetables and carbs and.....whew. I would like to know too. I am going to purchase protein drinks this weekend for starters.

    Not really? That lot came to 854 calories but then I didn't eat much carbs at all yesterday. Protein shakes definitely help but they do taste a bit bleurgh!
  • GirlOnTheRebound
    GirlOnTheRebound Posts: 258 Member
    clprieur wrote: »
    @GirlOnTheRebound - I sent you a message/friend request! I have no idea why your protein goal is so high. I do 1500 calories per day and have my protein set for 20% which equals 75 grams per day. But I know others set their macros higher...

    I am 1580 calories at 30% 30% and 40%. The 40% is protien. That 156g. Might need to tinker with values lol.
  • RockinRobyn672
    RockinRobyn672 Posts: 907 Member
    edited February 2023
    clprieur wrote: »

    2/27 218.5 (-1.5) Today is beginning of 28 day protien challenge which for me is 52 per meal which is making me anxious. This is not going to be easy but I have 28 days to get it right. I am starting with increasing dinner and tonight it is pressure cooker ham and beans. My recipe makes 8 servings at 13g protein each. Even at 2 servings I don't reach 52 lol. I am doing something wrong. Meh...day 1. 27 to go lol. 2 rebounder sessions done as well as pacing while helping momma with her first ever cell phone. What made my sister think momma could figure out an iPhone at 80?!? Did another rebounder as fitbit decided I didn't do two. Spent most the afternoon raking and blowing leaves to reach my step goal. I did over 9000. I will be sore tomorrow.

    @GirlOnTheRebound 52 grams per meal?! Wow! I can barely reach 60-90 per day!! HAH! Let us know how it goes! :)

    @clprieur ...I could be reading it wrong but MFP says I should have 156g protien per day. That's 52g per meal. Please tell me I am wrong lol. I barely reach the 40s....sigh

    @GirlOnTheRebound I agree that 52 grams per meal seems high. Based on some research that I've done, I upped my protein intake goal to spread it out over the day, so 25g per meal, plus at least 5g fiber, and then a 7g protein snack with at least 2g fiber. I'm also trying to get in at least 3 servings of dairy a day and 3-4 servings of fruit/veggies. Needless to say I eat a lot of low-fat cottage cheese, usually mixed with blueberries or a pear or some other kind of fresh fruit. I LOVE cottage cheese with fresh blueberries.

    You may just want to check in with your doctor about the right amount of protein. The 52g per meal may be fine but I remembered reading something about too much protein not being good and found this research, which states within it that "Extra protein is not used efficiently by the body and may impose a metabolic burden on the bones, kidneys, and liver. Moreover, high-protein/high-meat diets may also be associated with increased risk for coronary heart disease due to intakes of saturated fat and cholesterol or even cancer."
  • RockinRobyn672
    RockinRobyn672 Posts: 907 Member
    edited February 2023
    I see lots of downward trends! Congrats!