Just Give Me 10 Days - Round 238

musicsax

@Smod65 - my heart goes out to you, constantly thinking of you and sending lots of comforting hugs

pettycoatjunction

🍁🏈This is NOT A DIET. It’s a LIFESTYLE

I’m a 5’2”, soon to be eligible for Medicare girl from the Pacific Northwest. Took a “break” from weighing and logging over the last few months… always a mistake! Gained back 6 or 7 pounds. Round 237 was a good start to moving the number on my scale in the right direction… now to keep the motivation in high gear! So far my strategy includes lots of water and less wine, increasing my daily steps, at least 3 times a week strength training and no munching after dinner. Let’s do this!

SW RND 237 148.2 🤮
SW RND 238 145.8 🤠

10/9. 145.3 🏋️‍♀️ 🏃‍♀️💧
10/10. 144.2 🏃‍♀️💧
10/11. 144.0 🏋️‍♀️🏃‍♀️💧
10/12. 144.5. 🏃‍♀️💧
10/13. 143.1. 🏋️‍♀️🏃‍♀️💧
10/14. 143.4. 🏃‍♀️💧🍷
10/15. 144.5. 🏃‍♀️💧
10/16. 144.0 🏋️‍♀️🏃‍♀️💧
10/17. 141.9. 🏃‍♀️💧
10/18. 142.5. I have been thrilled with this 10 day round! I plan to stay the course with upping my water intake, getting at least 10,000 steps a day and logging. I’m also going to continue to limit my alcohol intake and get to the gym 3 times a week. I like posting the emoji visuals…. That one day of wine pops right out at me! A couple of weeks ago there would have been at least 7 days of wine on there!

threewins

I am about 12 kg along the way to lose 32 kg. I use multiple tape measurements (cm) around my body because they aren't affected by salt intake. 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+31.8 kg

March 2022, started measuring system 867.0 cm total

Here are my measurements, bolded means a column number 0.5 cm lower than the previous bolded number, and is used to sum the total measurement.

100.5 91.5 102.0 56.5 47.5 58.0 46.5 101.5 93.5 102.5 12th Oct
101.5 91.5 102.0 57.5 47.0 56.5 47.0 101.5 95.0 104.0 13th
101.5 92.0 101.5 57.0 48.0 57.0 46.5 100.5 93.0 102.0 15th
101.0 91.5 101.0 57.0 46.5 57.0 46.5 102.5 92.0 102.5 18th

The total is 797 cm, a loss from the previous round of 800.5 cm

justanotherjen13

Back for another round.

Jen; 46; 5'4"

About Me:

This is my tenth round and really appreciated having someplace to stay accountable.
Thanks to a medication I'm on for my mental health and an overeating habit, I managed to gain a lot of weight in the last year or so. On July 4, I stepped on the scale for the first time since I started the med (that is known to cause weight gain) and decided enough was enough. I buckled down and started actually recording my food for the first time in over five years and started walking every day. Now I need motivation to keep going. I'm a mom of five and grandma of one 4yo that I babysit during the week when my daughter is working.

Previous Rounds:

RND 229 - SW: 287.8; EW: 280.4 (-7.4)
RND 230 - SW: 280.4; EW: 276.0 (-4.4)
RND 231 - SW: 276.0; EW: 267.2 (-8.8)
RND 232 - SW: 267.2; EW: 262.0 (-5.2)
RND 233 - SW: 262.0; EW: 252.8 (-9.2)
RND 234 - SW: 252.8; EW: 248.2 (-4.6)
RND 235 - SW: 248.2; EW: 243.4 (-4.8)
RND 236 - SW: 243.4; EW: 243.0 (-0.4)
RND 237 - SW: 243.0; EW: 237.4 (-5.6) !

Goals:
* track food every day
* walk for at least one hour and/or 3 miles every day
* OR go to the gym and do 15 minutes on the bike and 30 minutes on the treadmill

Round 238
heaviest: 294 (7/4/23)
SW: 237.4
GW (short term): 235 220
RGW: 234

10/9 - 236.2 - 2.68 miles (walk) - 4 miles (bike) - Had to hit the gym today because I waited too long to get out walking and it started to rain. But I got to watch Red vs Blue while I walked on the treadmill which always makes me happy. But a challenge approaches: my son was craving something pumpkiny and I remembered we bought a box of pumpkin bread mix so I'm making a loaf now. So much temptation. But I already gave into nibbling on Cheetos puffs (2 here, 2 there until it added up to half a serving... oops). I do still have calories left for the day so I could have a small piece but... I really shouldn't. Decisions, decisions.

10/10 - 237.0 - 2.54 miles (walk) - 3.9 miles (bike) - Worked out at the gym again today but took the long route (one of them) home because it had stopped raining when I left and was really nice out. And then I made salisbury steak for dinner and it turned out amazing this time. I really wish I could have more because it was that good. I guess I know what I'll have for leftovers tomorrow.

10/11 - 235.8 - 2.85 miles (walk) - 5.7 miles (bike) - There was a guy using the treadmill I like so I ended up not doing my walking at the gym. I did 5 minutes extra on the bike but upped the level (and man does level 6 burn). It had stopped raining anyway so I did a circuit of the neighborhood, but didn't quite make it to three miles. And then I over ate for dinner. Made burgers, fries and Kraft mac & cheese with peas and had some of each. Add that to the leftover salisbury, potatoes and veggies I had at lunch... Oops. Oh well. If I'm up, I'm up. Not a big deal. I was hoping to be down at least a half a pound tomorrow so I could officialy reset my goal from 235 to 220. I guess I'll see what happens.

10/12 - 235.6 - 3.13 miles - Was a beautiful sunny, cool day that warmed up nicely as I was walking. Hopefully, I didn't screw things up too much munching on leftover french fries from last night (made in the air fryer). I did lot a serving as a snack because I kept taking 1 or 2 every time I was in the kitchen so they were starting to add up. Had leftover salisbury for dinner even though I told myself I would eat some of the tortilla soup. Tomorrow I'm grilling pork chops (maybe--depends if they thaw enough to marinate before dinner).

10/13 - 235.6 - 3.09 miles - Another nice day earlier, but it looks like rain is setting in again until the middle of next week so I'll probably be back to the gym tomorrow. It's been really quiet the last few days. My grandson took a trip with his dad to visit extended family so he's been gone since Tuesday night. He's usually here Wed-Saturday (well, every other Saturday and I think this was our Saturday) so it's been weird not having him here.

10/14 - 234.2 - 3.22 miles - Made some marinated pork chops for dinner. It's a marinade I got online for salmon, but it tastes just as good on pork chops with a little added rosemary in it. Then we had roasted rosemary yellow potatoes, baked zucchini and yellow squash, mixed vegetables and homemade cheesy rice. I only had a tiny portion of the rice because it was really high in calories (so delicious, though). But the rest... so amazing. I even grilled the pork chops while it wasn't raining. And I was down under 235 today! Which surprised me because yesterday's eating was a mess. I missed lunch (got distracted with other things and then it was too close to dinner), had a lot less than I expected for dinner and made up for it with a full bag of microwave popcorn and real melted butter on it. And still I was down. Spectacular. I haven't been this low in weight in like six or seven years I think. I've also lost 2" all over the place in the last two weeks (thighs, upper arms, waist and hips) which puts me down like 5" or 6" from the first time I measured in July. None of my clothes fit anymore. They're all too big. What a weird life.

10/15 - 234.2 - 3.08 miles - Weather held out for another gorgeous walk. Had some more pork chops and stuff from last night for dinner. So good. But now I want more. Of everything. It was all so delicious. But I don't have too many more calories for the day, and also, I might want to save some for other people in the house.

10/16 - 233.6 - 2.6 miles (walk) - 3.8 miles (bike) - Ended up at the gym today. It was only sprinkling when I left, but I didn't want to chance it suddenly pouring while I was a mile from home. Did 15 minutes on the bike which hurt more than usual. It's been about a week since I last rode it. I was definitely happy to finally finish that. Then I did 30 minutes on the treadmill. Started flat at 2.7mph. At the start of lap 2, I increased the incline by 2 clicks. At lap 3, I increased the speed to 2.8. At lap 4, I increased the incline bu another two clicks and at lap 5, I increased the speed to 2.9mph and at lap 6, put it up to 3.0. I forgot to turn the fan on before I started, so I was really sweating at that point. But it felt good. I then took a long walk home (about 2/3 mile) because it was still just sprinkling lightly. Had leftover pork chops for dinner (they are just so good) and now I'm making chicken stir fry for dinner.

10/17 - 234.2 - 3.89 miles - It was another beautiful fall day so I decided to extend my walk into a neighboring development just to see some different houses. It added about a half mile plus a hike up a hill back to my neighborhood. It was a nice change of pace. Will try it again. Had a light lunch and more stir fry for dinner. My grandson will be back from his trip to Arizona tomorrow so I'll have to schedule my walk around him. And my 13yo sprained his ankle minutes after getting home from school yesterday and is now on crutches so I have to get him food and drinks throughout the day. But he could also watch the 4yo while I go on a walk so (they would probably just play Minecraft the whole time)... I guess I'll see how it works out.

10/18 - 232.8 - 3.0 miles - Had to wait to go on my walk until after my daughter got home from work. I finally got out the door at 4:15 because I stopped to make sure my son didn't need anything since he's on crutches (and he wanted snacks and water). I also had to cut my walk a little short because I was really hungry and could feel my blood sugar falling and making me shakey. Got home and ate a peanut butter cup for my sugar then made enchiladas for the kids and I ate some random stuff: leftover roast chicken from the store, a baked potato with a little bit of sour cream and cheese, some mushrooms I cooked up the other day and a bunch of this veggie blend that has brussels sprouts, peppers and onions that I cooked in the air fryer. Was so good. And I have room for a popsicle later if I want.

TerriRichardson112

JGM10Ds Round 238
🍁🍂🍃🌾🥀🌾🍃🍂🍁
🥀🌾OCTOBER 2023 🌾🥀
🍁🍂🍃🌾🥀🌾🍃🍂🍁

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• In Maintenance since July 2019
• Smart BMI - optimal weight.
• Muscle/Fat %ages in normal range

Just because Covid restrictions aren’t compulsory doesn’t mean they’re not necessary.
😷Take care! Stay safe!😷
October 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; 77; Northern Ireland; married > 57 years; ex Maths teacher; volunteer group leader for U3A (University of the Third Age - life-long learning charity)
SW: 227 (Mar 2014)
LW: 130.9(14 March 2023)
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 238
Round 237: EW: 135.3
Day/Weight/Comment
09/10: 135.2: Daily Habits🎃
10/10: 134.9: Daily Habits🎃
11/10: 135.2: Daily Habits🎃
12/10: 135.4: Daily Habits🎃
13/10: 134.8: Daily Habits🎃
14/10: 135.1: Daily Habits🎃
15/10: 134.9: Daily Habits🎃
16/10: 134.2: Daily Habits🎃 Well, lookie here! A mini whoosh!!! Haven’t had one of those in a while.
17/10: 134.6: Daily Habits🎃
18/10: 134.7: Daily Habits🎃
Solid Habits - 2023
Update - October 2023 >

1. Log ALL CI/CO (Daily) s
2. Stay under goal (Daily)
3. Balance macros/micros (Daily)
4. Hydrate adequately (Daily)
5. Choose healthy options (Daily)
6. Steps > 5500 (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. Fitbit Zone minutes > 25
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.

• 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!

refactored

HSW: 211.6 lbs (Aug 2021)
SW: 191.1 lbs (Oct 2022)

Results from previous challenges ...

Round 208: 175.5 lbs (-0.5)
Round 210: 173.7 lbs (-1.8)
Round 211: 173.2 lbs (-0.5)
Round 212: 172.0 lbs (-1.2)
Round 213: 167.6 lbs (-4.4)
Round 214: 167.1 lbs (-0.5)
Round 215: 165.3 lbs (-1.8)
Round 216: 165.1 lbs (-0.2)
Round 217: 163.1 lbs (-2.0)
Round 218: DNW
Round 219: DNW
Round 220: DNW
Round 221: 163.4 lbs (+0.3)
Round 222: DNW
Round 223: DNW
Round 224: 164.0 lbs (+0.6)
Round 225: 162.5 lbs (-1.5)
Round 226: 161.4 lbs (-1.1)
Round 227: 159.0 lbs (-2.4)
Round 228: 157.2 lbs (-1.8)
Round 229: 156.5 lbs (-0.7)
Round 230: 157.6 lbs (+1.1)
Round 231: DNW
Round 232: DNW
Round 233: DNW
Round 234: DNW
Round 235: DNW
Round 236: DNW
Round 237: 159.1 lbs (+1.5)

Round 238 SW: 159.1 lbs

10/9: 158.7 lbs
10/10: 158.3 lbs
10/11: 158.1 lbs
10/12: 159.0 lbs
10/13: 159.0 lbs
10/14: 160.9 lbs
10/15: 159.4 lbs
10/16: 159.2 lbs
10/17: 158.5 lbs
10/18: 158.5 lbs

SModa61

@itladyee @deepwoodslady @shmmm3 @musicsax Thank you all for your thoughts and prayers.

@shmmms @quiltingjaine Thank you for the pet sitting insights as that is something I need to be arranging for more often for my cats. My reference in yesterday's post poorly tried to parallel my current responsibility, of needing to find the right private aids for my mother with an annual cost upwards of $100,000, to my ineptitude for even hiring a pet sitter. I am bad with the tough questions.

antiderivative

Round 238
Jillian Age 37 and 5'1"

HSW: 179.8
CSW: 162
GW: 130
UGW: 116
Mini GW: 158
RGW: 160

Previous Rounds:

Round 228 : 166.8 to 165 (-1.8)
Round 229 : 165 to 164.6 (-0.4)
Round 230 : 164.6 to 163 (-1.6)
Round 231 : 163 to 161.6 (-1.4)
Round 232 : 161.6 to 160.4 (-1.2)

Round 236 : 163.4 to 161.8 (-1.6)
Round 238 : 162 to 161.2 (-0.8)

Overall: Rounds 228-238: 166.8 to 161.2 (-5.6)

Round Goal: 160
🏃 10/09:
🏃 10/10:
🏃 10/11:
🏃 10/12: 162
🏃 10/13: 161.4
🏃 10/14: 162.6
🏃 10/15: 162.4
🏃 10/16:
🏃 10/17:
🏃 10/18: 161.2

potasha

threewins wrote: »

The total is 797 cm, a loss from the previous round of 800.5 cm

@threewins congrats on your loss. So, you lost 3 cm in total this round? Your way of posting measurements in a list is so curious to me. It's like the matrix, lol. So, each number corresponds to a body part? And you take measurements and do the math everyday? I'm all for tracking measurements right now instead of the scale for me but I just struggle to understand or follow your matrix and it seems like a lot of work but you're seeing results and it's working for you so I've gotta know, what's in the matrix?

potasha

@CamandJarvis congrats!
@deepwoodslady your trend weight went down over 1 pound, congrats!
@tiabirdie56 I need to pick up on your healthy dinner. Nice!
@pettycoatjunction nice going on the wine! I'm going to follow your lead.
@justanotherjen13 I like that you keep room for treats in your day. I might go buy some popsicles.
@antiderivative nice going!

cpanus

Thank you, @quiltingjaine !
73 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: 148.0
UGW: 140.0
10/07 - 150.0 at 8:30 a.m. ...nothing
10/08 - 151.5 at 7:30 a.m. ...5.68 miles in 120 mins
Day/Weight/Comment
10/09 - 151.6 at 5:30 a.m. ...Grandson Duty then 60 min workout w/trainer
10/10 - 151.5 at 5:30 a.m. ...3.51 miles in 64 mins then Grandson Duty
10/11 - 152.0 at 5:30 a.m. ...Grandson Duty then 60 min workout w/trainer
10/12 - 151.9 at 5:30 a.m. ...Grandson Duty then nothing
10/13 - 150.5 at 5:30 a.m. ...Grandson Duty then 60 min workout w/trainer
10/14 - 150.3 at 9:00 a.m. ...5.64 miles in 108 mins
10/15 - 149.4 at 8:20 a.m. ...5.87 miles in 117 mins
10/16 - 150.2 at 5:30 a.m. ...Grandson Duty then 60 min workout w/trainer
10/17 - 151.3 at 5:30 a.m. ...Grandson Duty then cleaned house
10/18 - 149.4 at 5:30 a.m. ...Grandson Duty then nothing due to car issues!!
Good luck everyone!
Chris

quiltingjaine

@cpanus Inspiring weight loss, hug for car issue