Just Give Me 10 Days - Round 247

Zaxa2021

@SModa61 Thank you for the encouragement. I know you are right. I generally eat pretty low sodium and low carb ( not keto or anything, I just find it easier to control calories with lower carbs). So when I do splurge, it really shows. I know it's just a blip in the the picture but its still hard to see. I know it'll come off soon. Thanks again!

Chalmation

Previous Rounds

Round 237 SW 169.0 EW 167.4
Round 238 SW 166.8 EW 166.4
Round 239 SW 167.6 EW 166.6
Round 240 SW 166.6 EW 162.6
Round 241 SW 161.8 EW 159.2
Round 242 SW 160.6 EW 156.0
Round 243 SW 155.8 EW 157.2
Round 244 SW 156.4 EW 152.4
Round 245 SW 152.8 EW 152.8
Round 246 SW 152.2 EW 152.2

Round 247 SW 152
Ultimate GW 125

1/7: 152
1/8: 152
1/9: 152
1/10: 154.8
1/11: DNW
1/12: 154.4
1/13: 153
1/14: 152.6

Smallc10

36 YO – 5’6” stay at home mom to two little kids

About me

I'm in this for a second go! I'm struggling with motivation at this point in the year, but the 10 day challenge definitely helped - hoping to keep logging, drink more water and keep getting in all of my vegetables! I work out plenty but I'm having an issue with staying below calories. Two small kids and a husband who are always snacking is not helping. I lost 20 lbs last year, have put 5 back on, and I don't want any more coming back! Hoping to lose 15 more this year.
SW Rd 246 164.6 EW 161.8 – completely cut out alcohol

SW Rd 246 164.6 EW 161.8

SW 160.9 RND 247

1/7 – 160.9 – injured my foot right at the beginning of a workout, ugh. Hopefully it heals quickly. Calories were a bit off yesterday because I decided to eat closer to maintenance.
1/8 – 160.2 – losing quickly which is strange, I’m still assuming it’s the holiday water weight shedding, because idk, not doing anything special. Walked a ton, stayed under calories because of all the walking, AF, forgot the green smoothie but had a ton of veggies
1/9 - 160.4 – happy with today
1/10 – 160.2 – happy with today
1/11 – 160 – today was alright. It was very busy so I didn’t have a lot of time to do anything.
1/12 – 160.2 – super stressful day, but I got some good steps, nutrition was not great
1/13 – 158.7 – did alright today, not great but okay
1/14 – 158.7 – I’m happy the weight loss stuck around for another day. I didn’t really believe it was real yesterday. Snowed in today, again. Going to stick to my goals though!
1/15
1/16

SheilaBoneham

🕰️⏳⏰⏲️⌛️⏱️🕰️

📆 2015–2023

Feb. 2015: highest weight 218.2h
2015: end weight running average 178.2nd
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: end weight running average 178.6
2023: end weight running average 191. 😳

2024 Rounds
R146 01/06/24: end weight 191.4

R147 goals— calories <1300; NO FOOD 6 p.m.-8 a.m.


Day, Weight, Comment

01/07 - 191.4
Yesterday was good, calories in line (1190) and minimal snacking.

01/08 - 192.2
This is so demoralizing. I’ve been below 1400 calories for 5 days. Yesterday I had 1329 annd nothing crazy. Obviously I have to go lower to lose, but that’s what got me into this mess, a very restrictive elimination diet during which my daily calories were around 1,000. I’m very discouraged.

01/09 - 192.2
I went out for my regular Monday lunch with my friend, but had a salad with grilled chicken and avocado, no dressing, so I behaved myself. Then vegetarian chili (Moosewood fiesta chili) for dinner. Good day.

01/10 - 192.2
Another morning with no change after a day of responsible eating. It has to budge sometime!

01/11 - 192.2
I had a mini binge last night, but am back on track this morning. Yesterday wasn’t a complete mess though—I had lots of protein, no saturated fat, and lower carbs than usual. For a while I’ve been having one slice of Dave’s Killer Bread thin sliced with a Tbs of fruit-only spread for breakfast, but I’m stopping that, starting this morning with an over-easy egg cooked with 0 calorie avocado oil spray. It was delicious, and makes me feel the day isn’t already wasted. 😊

01/12 - 191.8
Not exactly a whoosh, but I’ll take it!

01/13 - 191.6
Today should be good. I had a solid healthy breakfast, and we’re going to friends’ house for late lunch/early dinner of homemade veggie beef soup. She’s also trying to lose, so is conscious of that. We signed our new wills yesterday, which is a big looming “thing” we’d put off for ages, so that’s good to have off our minds. It’s bitter out today—25F, wind chill 7, big wind gusts, so no walk. Happy Saturday, all!

01/14 - 192.2
Brrrr— -4F, wind chill -20. No dog walk today!

01/15 -
01/16 -

ashleycarole86

SW RND 247
1/7 237.4 Started this round with a huge surge up. I took my husband for a night away to a lodge in the backcountry of the Rocky Mountains. We had some indulgences and it shows. Most of this will be water weight but it's time to get focused. We left the resort and did a nearly 8KM snowshoe hike before we came home so at least we got our activity today! Let's make some progress for this round!
1/8 239 Was really surprised to see another bump up today. I had a good day but rather than ride the bike tonight we got invited to have dinner at a friend's house last minute. The food was healthy enough.
1/9 235.2 Alright, there's the drop. I have a day of mostly unplanned food - a course where food is served, and then a corporate event with dinner out and then box seats at the Calgary Flames game. Will have to be smart about my choices.
1/10 235.6 Did good at the hockey game with the dinner out before last night. Came in just short of my steps. The deep cold is setting in here and there is lots of new snow that fell overnight.
1/11 237 Boy this round is all over the place. Last night I got home late as we're under an extreme cold warning, got snow, and the commute was long. So, I did miss my workout. I have therapy after work today so it'll be another long day out of the house with windchills that feel like -40C. Yikes!
1/12 234.8 Working from home today but we do have to go out tonight to curl. I am planning to eat at home so I don't eat restaurant food. There will be some beer that I'll plan for.
1/13 232.4 Stayed on plan not eating the restaurant food last night. Did have a bit more alcohol at home than planned and that led to some unplanned chips too. Overall so far this month I've drank on less days and that definitely helps. Today is a rest day at home.
1/14 237 Felt hungry all day yesterday. Clearly by the wild swing there is lots of water retention and other stuff going on. I felt lazy and sat on the couch most of the day. I did do some cleaning and started my day that way too so that's good at least.
1/15
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deepwoodslady

quiltingjaine wrote: »

@_JeffreyD_ Have you left us? I don’t recall seeing one of your witty posts for lots of days.

@quiltingjaine Merph has been on my MFP feed but not on this challenge lately either.

itladyee

Hi, I'm Charissa

Thank you, QuiltingJaine, for keeping us focused in 2024!

62 y/o female
OSW 2022-03 230.3
1SW 2023-01 221.8
1SW 2024-01 223.4


So here we go 2024... my motto -
🏋🏾‍♀️ Don't think, just do it!!

Goals this round:
- Tracking to the best of my ability 🍎and staying under calorie budget -

• Defining a higher calorie budget which will make the loss slower but again, more sustainable.
  Also get rid of the oops factor. When targets are too low, it easy to say...Oops, I went over so I
  might as well have...<fill in the blank>
  Update: I increased my calorie budget and am having trouble meeting it with the right macros.

- Water (Goal 32 - 64 oz - starting slower to incorporate success) : ✅

• Goal is 48 this week
  - Closing my rings : 🚶🏽
  
  Stats and Previous Rounds
  HW: 230
  CW: 219 as of 1/6/2024
  
  2023 Round History

  2023 EOY Results = 1.6 Gain
  
  Round 210/1 SW: 221.8 EW: 220.6 Loss 1.2 Total Loss 1.2 (01/02/2023)
  Round 211/2 SW: 220.6 EW: 218.6 Loss 2.0 Total Loss 3.2
  Round 212/3 SW: 218.6 EW: 216.6 Loss 2.0 Total Loss 5.2
  Round 213/4 SW: 216.6 EW: 219.8 Gain -3.2 Total Loss 2.0 Yikes!
  Round 214/5 SW: 219.8 EW: 219.4 Loss 0.4 Total Loss 2.4
  Round 215/6 SW: 219.4 EW: 216.9 Loss 2.5 Total Loss 4.9
  Round 216/7 SW: 216.9 EW: 219.5 Gain -2.6 Total Loss 2.3
  Round 217/8 SW: 219.5 EW: 217.4 Loss 2.1 Total Loss 4.4
  Round 218/9 SW: 217.4 EW: 221.7 Gain -2.6 Total Loss .1
  Round 219/10 SW: 221.7 EW: 220.9 Loss 0.8 Total Loss .9
  Round 220/11 SW: 220.9 EW: 218.9 Loss 2.0 Total Loss 2.9
  Round 221/12 SW: 218.9 EW: 213.4 Loss 5.5 Total Loss 8.4
  Round 222/13 SW: 213.4 EW: 216.9 Gain 3.5 Total Loss 4.9
  Round 223/14 SW: 216.9 EW: 214.5 Loss 2.4 Total Loss 7.3
  Round 224/15 SW: 214.5 EW: 214.0 Loss 0.5 Total Loss 7.8
  Round 225/16 SW: 214.0 EW: 213.6 Loss 0.4 Total Loss 8.2
  Round 226/17 SW: 213.6 EW: 214.7 Gain 1.1 Total Loss 7.1
  Round 227/18 SW: 214.7 EW: 212.7 Loss 2.0 Total Loss 9.1
  Round 228/19 SW: 212.7 EW: 213.8 Gain 1.1 Total Loss 8.00 * Holiday, 6 days vac- last home weigh in
  Round 229/20 SW: 213.8 EW: 215.2 Gain 1.4 Total Loss 6.6 A bit of a setback
  Round 230/21 SW: 215.2 EW: 213.8 Loss 1.4 Total Loss 8.0 simply lost what I gained
  Round 231/22 SW: 213.8 EW: 215.1 Gain 1.4 Total Loss 6.7
  Round 232/23 SW: 215.1 EW: 215.1 Loss 0.0 Total Loss 6.7
  Round 233/24 SW: 215.1 EW: 217.4 Gain 2.3 Total Loss 4.4
  Round 234/25 SW: 217.4 EW: 214.7 Loss 2.7 Total Loss 7.1
  Round 235/26 SW: 214.7 EW: 214.5 Loss .2 Total Loss 7.3
  Round 236/27 SW: 214.7 EW: 216.0 Gain 1.3 Total Loss 6.0
  Round 237/28 SW: 216.0 EW: 217.4 Gain 1.4 Total Loss 4.4
  Round 238/29 SW: 217.4 EW: 214.6 Loss 2.8 Total Loss 7.2
  Round 239/30 SW: 214.6 EW: 216.8 Gain 2.2 Total Loss 5.0
  Round 240/31 SW: 216.8 EW: 216.8 Gain 0.0 Total Loss 5.0 ~ Vacation and didn't weigh so just going to leave it here even though its not right🙂
  Round 241/32 SW: 216.8 EW: 220.2 Gain 3.4 Total Loss 1.6 at least I know why....
  Round 242/33 SW: 220.2 Can't find my scale and totally missed reporting this round
  Round 243/34 SW: 220.2 EW: 216.4 Loss 3.8 Total Loss 5.4 .
  Round 244/35 SW: 216.4 EW: 218.8 Gain 2.4 Total Loss 3.0 .
  Round 245/36 SW: 218.8 EW: 223.4 Gain 4.6Total Gain 1.6 .
  

  2024 Round History

  2024 YTD Results = 4.4 Loss
  I restarted my counter for 2024 since 2023 was basically a wash ....
  Round 246/37 SW: 223.4 EW: 219 Loss 4.4 Total loss 4.4 .
  

  Goal Weight

  Goal Weight #1 213 Achieved on:
  Goal Weight #2 203
  Goal Weight #3 193
  Goal Weight #4 183
  Goal Weight #5 173
  Goal Weight #6 163
  Goal Weight #7 153
  Goal Weight #8 143
  
  🏋🏾‍♀️ Don't think, just do it!!
  
  
  SW: 219.0 end of round 246
  1/7 ~ DNW - Traveling. Tomorrow will be a very interesting number on the scale. I ate and drank somewhat freely on Saturday - celebrating my husband's birthday, but I did get my workout in. Sunday was back to normal with lots of water but little exercise. Actually, I will be happy with whatever I see. I enjoyed my weekend and now it's back to the plan and dry January.
  1/8 221
  1/9 220.2
  1/10 218.4 This is like the first few dates of a new relationship!
  1/11 217.4 So.. I'm one of those people that gets on the scale 3 or 4 times to confirm that it's right. Usually it is...but this morning it said 218.2 which I was ok with. After I showered, I tried again and it said 217.4. Of course I had to jump on one more time a few minutes later and 217.4 it is!! I'll take it!! Down 6.2 since 1/1 and 1.6 this round.
  1/12 218.8 That 218.2 was probably more accurate...but at any rate...still good. I've got to watch that "snack" tendency. A few more minutes on the treadmill this morning.
  1/13 217.4
  1/14 218.4 Write 100 times...weight loss is NOT linear!!🙂 Did anyone else have to do this growing up and turn into your teacher! I used to try to write with 2 or 3 pens!
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deepwoodslady

Round 247



MY NAME IS DONNA. I AM 63 YEARS YOUNG & FROM THE MIDWEST USA. I AM APPROX 5’ 5” TALL.

ROUND 204 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
R246 EW= 183.0
R247 EW= TBD


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.

COLOR CODE: Fuchsia is a Happy Weight Loss for me. Blue is a sad weight gain.Black is no change.

LOOK AND SEE HOW THE UPS & DOWNS OF MY JOURNEY JUST HELPS ME BE A STRONGER & MORE DETERMINED ME

R43 thru R52 (06/07/18 thru 09/23/18) = -19.4 LOST (Ending weight 179.0)

R53 thru R62 (09/24/18 thru 01/01/19) = -4.1 GAINED (Ending weight 183.1)

R63 thru R72 (01/02/19 thru 04/11/19) = -8.1 GAINED (Ending weight 191.2)

R73 thru R82 (04/12/19 thru 07/20/19) = -5.5 GAINED (Ending weight 196.7)

R83 thru R92 (07/21/19 thru 10/28/19) = -8.7 LOST (Ending weight 188.0)

R93 thru R102 (10/29/19 thru 02/05/20) = -2.0 GAINED(Ending weight 190.0)

R103 thru 112 (02/06/20 thru 05/06/20) = -14.9 GAINED (Ending Weight 204.9)

R113 thru 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 thru R192 (04/07/22 thru 07/15/22) = -1.4 LOST (Ending Weight 198.2)

R193 thru R202 (07/16/22 thru 10/23/22) = -3.8 GAINED (Ending Weight 202.0)

R203 thru R212 (10/24/22 thru 01/31/23) = -7.2 LOST (Ending Weight 194.8)

R213 thru R222 (02/01/23 thru 05/11/23) = -0.5 GAINED (Ending Weight 195.3)

R223 thru R232 (05/12/23 thru 08/19/23) = -3.4 GAINED (Ending Weight 198.0)

R233 thru R242 (08/20/23 thru 11/27/23) = -17.6 LOST (Ending Weight 180.4)

R243 (11/28/23 thru 12/07/23) = -1.2 LOST (Ending Weight 179.2)

R244 (12/08/23 thru 12/17/23) = -0.6 LOST (Ending Weight 178.6)

R245 (12/18/23 thru 12/27/23) = -0.6 GAINED (Ending Weight 179.2)

R246 (12/28/23 thru 01/06/24) = -3.8 GAINED (Ending Weight 183.0)

R247 (01/07/23 thru 01/16/24) = -xxx LOST (Ending Weight xxxxx)

Day/Weight/Comment
01/06 …..183.0….. ENDING WEIGHT LAST ROUND

01/07 -183.0- (Trend weight 181.3)

01/08 -179.8- (Trend weight 181.2)

01/09 -DNW- (Trend weight DNW)

01/10 -DNW- (Trend weight DNW)

01/11 -DNW- (Trend weight DNW)

01/12 -DNW- (Trend weight DNW)

01/13 -182.0- (Trend weight 181.0) My scale arrived late yesterday afternoon after posting so I got it all set up, downloaded the app etc. It looks like I’m up about 2.2 lbs from my last known weight although that scale reading on the 8th may not have been accurate. My trend weight is slightly down. Gosh, I hate starting over with a different scale. The pressure was so bad thinking about it last night that I broke into the back of the freezer for some of that chocolate. I also ate dinner twice with 2 totally different foods. Self-sabotage. I noticed that this new scale has my weight at about what I would expect after a binge, but the fat percentage is WAY WAY higher on the new one. I guess I just have to lump it and start fresh from here. We got 15” of snow yesterday and overnight. At least 6 more expected today and more tomorrow too. We are all hunkered down. I have spent most of the morning shoveling. Tonight my foodie daughter, DGS, DS and myself will cook and have a nice hot dinner. I’ll be using the oven so it will help keep the house warm. Stay safe everyone!

01/14 -183.0- (Trend weight 181.2) No TMI x 3 so I had to pull out the orange Metamucil stuff that’s been sitting in my cabinet. Also, I have been weighing in wearing a much longer and heavier nightgown than normal since its extra cold and snowy in northern Michigan. Yes, I do weigh in wearing my jammies as it puts me closer to what my doctor will see when I have appointments. DD and DGS pretty much still snowed in here. Today we are planning a big spiral ham for dinner that she got from work for Christmas. We are going to try our hand at a new recipe for “smash” potatoes. I guess you thickly cut potatoes much wider than steak fries, microwave to soften, smash them down with a fork individually then air fry. Potatoes are a bit of a luxury for me so I will enjoy dinner but it sounds like a lot of sodium! I’ll try to push water today but it’s always a challenge as I prefer my coffee until evening. Funny thing about my new scale…. The weight is higher and the fat % higher, but the visceral fat is lower and so at least I have something to celebrate!

01/15 -xxxxx- (Trend weight xxxxx)

01/16 -xxxxx- (Trend weight xxxxx)

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

abigailgorton1

F 62 5’8” Abigail.

Returning Member

Round Goal: 146.5
Current Final Goal: 130 - 134

12/07 150.0 👟 5,200
12/08 DNW The day I finally broke up with the Holiday treats and candy. 🙌
12/09 149.1 👟 1,700
12/10 148.9 👟 1,200
12/11 149.2 👟 2,100
12/12 148.8 👟 500
12/13 147.4 👟 6,650 🍴👍 8 under
12/14 148.2
12/15
11/16
Yesterday was the first time I tracked food in a very long time. Weight is up today but I am ok with it I know that I was under on calories

Chapter_3

@Zaxa2021
@SModa61 nailed it. I honestly can’t think of anything to add… Except I can’t remember who said this in our challenge, “weighing is information”. That statement really clicked for me because the fluctuations on my scale were previously causing an emotional roller coaster… When I choose to ⚖️ now, there is no a surprise… I’ve been ⚖️consistent enough over the past five months to know I can predict what the scale will read each time.

I’ve also noted that “actions” are the lead indicator, and the scale is the “lag” indicator… Everything between is information to synthesize regarding your body. Once you know your body’s individual temperament and sensitivities…. The scale becomes meaningless. Sticking to your plan is what matters!!! Heck, I don’t need the scale to tell me I’ve gained weight… And I don’t need the scale to tell me I’ve lost weight. (I know my actions!) Onward!

I say all that now, but the next few months will be really interesting for me because I’ve never tried to “gain muscle”… So I have to pay special attention to nuances. I guess I need to look at myself NAKEDin the mirror… OMG OMG!! ! I’ve been successfully avoiding that for YEARS! 🤣🤣🤣

Sgomes16

SW 152.0
GW 135
RND 247
1/7 153.2 📝🧘‍♀️
1/8 152.4 📝🧘‍♀️
1/9 153.1 📝🧘‍♀️
1/10 152.3 📝🧘‍♀️ have been very clean with my eating.
1/11 153.0 📝🧘‍♀️
1/12 152.2 📝🧘‍♀️
1/13 151.0 📝🧘‍♀️
1/14 152.2 📝🧘‍♀️
1/15
1/16L

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 - 236 : DNW
Round 237: 159.1 lbs (+1.5)
Round 238: 158.5 lbs (-0.6)
Round 239 - 246 : DNW

I need to come back here. I have gained 7 pounds since I stopped in round 239. I think staying accountable is key to helping me lose weight. My main focus is to only have 3 meals per day. I am finding it easier to not obsess over food if I don't have snacks but have bigger meals. I am also practising slowing down my eating which helps my brain register that I have eaten. I am aiming to take at least 20 minutes to finish each meal. I have also given up milky coffee which I think was suppressing my hunger for a short time but led to me being hungry after an hour or so. I only drink black tea now. Kudos to all those familiar faces who consistently show up here. You are all an inspiration!

SW RND 247: 165.5 lbs

01/12 : 165.3 lbs
01/13 : 166.4 lbs TOM and pizza night collided. I calculated out my calories but perhaps the sodium intake and TOM messed with my weight.

01/14 : 166.2 lbs I was hoping the weight would fall off as quickly as I gained but I know that doesn't most of the time for me. My changed eating pattern is becoming effortless so I count that as progress. But now I am feeling over full after eating 3 larger meals and eliminating snacks. I might try stopping when I am just beginning to feel full. I will put the remaining food away and, if I feel hungry again, I can eat it later. It might get me used of stopping eating when I feel satisfied rather just eating because I have it in my calorie plan. I am mindful my plan could backfire but I think it is worth a shot because I still need to better recognise my fullness signals.

01/15 :
01/16 :

"Progress doesn't always show up as a number on the scale." - Unknown

Leigh_b

RND 247 (my second)
53 y/o female - 5”3’

SW (first round): 155.8
SW (this round): 155.6

1/7- DNW - completely forgot to weigh 😯- got up and got out the door before I realized I never weighed. Probably just as well - attended a late Xmas party and was not great with my food choices - this is going to be a tough week for me. Both my daughter’s and my birthday this week - so lots of going out and celebrating. Winter Warrior Challenge Day #7 - 3 miles - walked today to give my legs a break. 24 days to go

1/8 - DNW - chaotic morning - first day back to school for my kids after two weeks off and the morning did not go as planned. Was all the way to work before I realized I never weighed in (again 🙁) Winter Warrior Challenge Day #8 - 3 miles

1/9- 154.4 - Winter Warrior Challenge Day #9 - the first day it has actually been “winter” since the challenge began - heavy snow, gusting winds, temps 31 degrees F, feels like 20 - “looking forward” to the same tomorrow

1/10- 153.9 happy birthday to me! Excited to see a loss on my bday….going out to dinner to celebrate tonight so hopefully won't give it all back tomorrow. Winter Warrior Challenge Day #10 - 3 miles in the cold and snow + strength training with personal trainer. Need to get more serious about the strength training. I know I need it to build muscle and help weight loss and prevent running injuries…I just do not enjoy it so it is very much a chore to make myself do it. I won't get the results I want if I don't do the work 🥴

1/11 - 154.1 - Winter Warrior Challenge Day #12 - was feeling very worn down so walked 3 miles instead of running. Running in snow the past 2 days really wore me out. Need to prepare to run in the snow for the next few days as well

1/12 - 153.5 - very exciting to see the trend - feel like holding myself accountable EVERY day is helping me stay on track. Consistency and logging are key!!! Winter Warrior Challenge Day #12 - 3 miles - ran on clear pavement awaiting the arrival of Snowstorm Gerri.

1/13 - 154.2. Not surprising. Lacked will power in the face if left over Christmas candy last night. Winter Warrior Challenge Day # 13 - 5 very snowy and cold miles. Longest run I've done since August.

1/14 - 155.2 😢😩🥴 Feeling like I'm back on the hamster wheel. Was so proud of myself yesterday being tempted by the chocolate again but made myself peppermint tea instead - and being rewarded with a 1lb gain 😩. One step forward, two steps back. Winter Warrior Challenge Day #14 - 3 miles. I earned my “Warrior” status today. Unplowed neighborhood streets (we got over a foot of snow), gusting winds, 12 degrees Fahrenheit feels like ‐3 🥶.

1/15
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Onewomanswalk

desolate_angel

HW: 194.7 (88.3 kg) April 25, 2020
SW RND 247 180.6 (81.9 kg)

1/7- 180.6 (81.9 kg) Stepped on the scale and opened MFP for the first time in 6 months. Determined to start logging even if I go over calories just to get back in the habit.
1/8- 179.5 Yay water weight.
1/9- 178.9 More water weight.
1/10- 177.4 And more.
1/11- 176.7 (80.1 kg) Still more. Very encouraging though.
1/12- 176.8 Ate very light at work today planning to go to dinner tonight, but last minute decided to go out to lunch tomorrow with my sister instead. Now fighting the urge to mindlessly snack because I'm really hungry and tired.
1/13- 175.9 Ended yesterday under my calorie goal. Very tired of the negative degree weather. It was -14° F (-25.5° C) this morning and minus -23° F (- 31.66° C) with the windchill. I overate at lunch today, but ended just a couple hundred calories over the weekly goal. Tomorrow is a new day.
1/14- 176.8 Back on track today.
1/15-
1/16-

Onewomanswalk

My Journey
Starting wt. 231lb. /Goal wt. 140lb.
Ending wt. last round ✴224 lb

(Day 31)

01/07 ✴224 lb. ~ I stayed under my 1450 calorie goal, minimal exercise, and only 48oz water. Better than yesterday, not as good as tomorrow.
(Day 32) 01/08 ✴224 lb. ~ I wish we could get a break in the weather; it’s rain, rain, and wind. My sister in Wyoming had 19 degrees – but it was sunny 😎! I’m not sure which I prefer. Hopefully, my scale will be here tomorrow. I weighed 4 times this morning and was 224, 227.9, 222.5, and 226.3. I don’t know what to believe. My waistline does feel smaller, but I’m not fitting into the next smaller size, Yet! I measure next weekend, and excitement abounds!
(Day 33) 01/09 ✴??? lb. ~I wish we could get a break in the weather; it’s rain, rain, and wind. It was 19 degrees where my sister lives (WY) – but it was sunny 😎! I’m not sure which I prefer. Hopefully, my scale will be here tomorrow. I weighed 4 times this morning and was 224, 227.9, 222.5, and 226.3. I don’t know what to believe. My waistline does feel smaller, but I’m not fitting into the next smaller size, Yet! I measure next weekend, and excitement abounds!
(Day 34) 01/10 ✴223.2 lb. ~The scale arrived today, but not until late afternoon. I normally work from home but needed to go into the office this morning, so I took the opportunity to use the scale there. We’ll see what tomorrow brings. Hopefully something closer to 222.0. Other than that, I braved the wind and got my steps in between rainstorms. Yea! It will probably be an early night tonight; I want to put the ice machine on my knee to ease the pain.
(Day 35) 01/11✴222.2 lb. ~ Today went a bit better than anticipated. The lower wt. on the scale was a nice surprise. I did well with healthy eating and staying under calories. I am still resting my leg, doing ‘RICE’, hoping for relief and that it will not sabotage the weight loss. I know how important exercise is to see results. Water is much better today, drinking it warm has helped. I’m 1 full month into this journey and have only dropped 10 lbs. For a heavy girl, I expected more than that. Yeesh!
(Day 36) 01/12✴221.6 lb. ~ Not much to say tonight. Busy, busy at work. I met the water & calorie goals. Exercise goal UGH!,

(Day 37) 01/13✴219.1 lb. ~ A good day, I went over on calories, ate junk, and didn’t exercise. It is healthy to shock the body occasionally, so it doesn’t think it’s starving. We have ice on the windows from the freezing rain. Strange for here on the Oregon Coast. We get a rare snow, but these are the icicles hanging off everything. It is so beautiful, oh and did I say beautiful? I haven’t an ice storm since we lived in Colorado.
(Day 38) 01/14✴219.2 lb. ~ Well, I spend most of the day sitting and studying for my upcoming TNCC recertification. I did get up for some basic housework and kitty playtime. Oh, and I did fit in an upper-body workout, the lower half is resting. I have to lower my UGW to 140 if I want to get my BMI in the healthy range. Oh, so much to think about, LOL 😂.
(Day 39) 01/15✴??? lb. ~
(Day 40) 01/16✴??? lb. ~
Goals this Round:
Water 60oz+ each day ● Walking 30min 5 x a week ● Strength training 2 days a week ● Eating healthy, high protein & fiber, calorie limit of 1450.

🙂Whatever you are not changing, you are choosing.🙂

Read that again!

pettycoatjunction

🏃‍♀️🐾🍏10 days to better health 🍏🐾🏃‍♀️

I’m a 65 year young Oregon gal working on getting rid of those last 8-10 pounds. Goals this round continue to be a minimum of 10,000 steps 👣, 2-3 days a week at the gym🏋️‍♀️, logging ✏️ everyday with no snacking after 8:00, and limiting the 🍷to social events only. And of course guzzling the water 💧!!!

🌻SW RND 237. 148.2🌻
🎄SW RND 245. 138.5🎄
💥SW RND 246. 140.3💥


SW RND 247. 136.9 on Jan. 6th

1/7. 137.8. ✏️👣💧
1/8. 136.0. ✏️👣💧🏋️‍♀️
1/9. 135.4. ✏️👣💧🏋️‍♀️
1/10. 136.3. ✏️👣💧
1/11. 136.1. ✏️👣💧
1/12. 134.8. ✏️👣💧🏋️‍♀️
1/13. 135.5. ✏️💧
1/14. 135.0. ✏️👣💧 Really having to be creative on getting my steps in with all the icy roads around that I usually get my walks in on. We live in the country and plows don’t do our roads. I’m thrilled with my progress this round!!!
1/15
1/16

lolakinks

Hi all, this is my 2nd round in a row. I lost 0.8 kg in the last one I hope I will continue to lose. I aim to lose 1 kg (2.2 lbs) in 10 days. But at the same time I know from my old experiences the second and third week is harder than first one. So even if I don’t lose weight I should continue.

SW 103.9 kg (229 lbs)
GW 102.9 kg (226.8 lbs)
UGW 75 kg (167.5 lbs)
RND 247 (my 2nd)

1/7 - 103.9 kg
1/8 - 104.4 kg (I have no idea what’s going on)
1/9 - 104.4 kg
1/10 - 104 kg
Last week I made 7000+ calorie deficit, exercised twice, increased protein intake and decreased carbs, I weighed most of the food I ate, drank only 1 pint of beer, fasted 16 hours everyday. Still I’m not sure it works. I’m the same as 5 days ago. I need to continue I know but it’s hard stay motivated.
1/11 - 103.5 kg Finally!
1/12 - 103.8 kg
1/13 - 103.5 kg
1/14 - 103.8 kg
1/15 - 103.4 kg
1/16

judefit1

Rnd 247 (my 3rd)
(so glad to be here!)

[SW: 143.4
Goals for this round: Sustainable habits: eat for good health (no "extreme eating" too much/too little); weigh a little less. continue the workout routine. 10 days flies, make them good for me!

01/07- 142.6
01/08- 142.2
01/09- 142.2
01/10- 141.4
01/11- 141.4
01/12- 141.4
01/13- 142.2
01/14- 141.4
01/15- 141.4
01/16

1/15- 141.4- the view is better from this plateau than it was at 147. One more day for my 2nd challenge!

Corina1143

Cori, 74, f
Previous Rounds

My Round 1 sw= 175.6 ew=174.8
My Round 2 sw= 175.4 ew= 173.2
My Round 3 sw= 172.6 ew = didn't weigh
My Round 4 sw= 177.8 ew= 174
My Round 5 sw= 174.8 ew= 174.8
My Round 6 sw= 175. ew= 178
My Round 7 sw= 176.4 ew=

Day/Weight/Comment
01/07 - 176.4, ate really healthy yesterday, cooked and stocked up at Prep'd, so I have 0 excuse for not eating healthy. Didn't walk yesterday, but it's pretty today, and I'm on my way. Slept ok last night.
01/08 - 175, ate very well, walked, sleep better, still needs work.
01/09 - 173.8, ate very well, no walk, didn't sleep. It's going down as easy as it went up. A mind of its own
01/10 - 173, baked. Ate well, but too much. Shopped a lot. Slept badly.
01/11 - 174.2 the scale finally figured out I baked. Lol. Ate very well yesterday. Busy running errands cause the frigid weather is headed our way and we don't know how to handle it, so no walk. Good Sleep still evades me.
01/12 - 175, ate well, no exercise. Slept better
01/13 - 173, Round and round she goes, where she stops, nobody knows. Lol. Ate very well, maybe a little too much. No exercise. Coooold today. Brr. Set the alarm for the middle of the night to get up and turn the water on to make sure it didn't freeze. Still got some good sleep before and after. Made soup to have quick and easy while it's so cold.
01/14 - 172.6, still too cold to get out 🥶. Ate well. 🍲 soup's good! Set alarm again. Slept well 😌 around it.

01/15 - 173.6, ate well all day long yesterday. I can't remember when I was so hungry. The weather man said to feed your dogs more when they're subjected to this cold weather; their body needs it to keep them warm. Is that true for people? No exercise, not much movement.
Slept well until the alarm went off to turn the faucets on. Now I can't go back to sleep.

01/16 -

Chalmation

Previous Rounds

Round 237 SW 169.0 EW 167.4
Round 238 SW 166.8 EW 166.4
Round 239 SW 167.6 EW 166.6
Round 240 SW 166.6 EW 162.6
Round 241 SW 161.8 EW 159.2
Round 242 SW 160.6 EW 156.0
Round 243 SW 155.8 EW 157.2
Round 244 SW 156.4 EW 152.4
Round 245 SW 152.8 EW 152.8
Round 246 SW 152.2 EW 152.2

Round 247 SW 152
Ultimate GW 125

1/7: 152
1/8: 152
1/9: 152
1/10: 154.8
1/11: DNW
1/12: 154.4
1/13: 153
1/14: 152.6
1/15: 151.8

jspecies11

@Onewomanswalk
Best of luck with your TNCC certification.
I was a TNCC instructor a few years back and loved running those lectures and simulations.
You’ve got this!

jspecies11

Round 247
70 yo female; 5’5”
SW: # (end of round 246)
Goals: 64 oz 💧; move 3x/week 👣; follow nutrition plan 🥕; strength train 5x/week 🏋️‍♀️; wt 128#.
Showing today’s weight; yesterday’s actions

1/7 Visiting son and his family. DNW - travel
1/8 DNW - travel 🏋️‍♀️ 👣💧
1/9 128.0# Yesterday was long train ride home=sitting 🫤. We managed to get a 30 minute walk in on a trail next to the station before the trip 👣. Back to some normalcy today!
1/10 127.8# 💧🥕🏋️‍♀️ Fighting off a cold - rest day today.
1/11 127.6# 💧🥕 I’m still feeling under the weather. 😕 I’m super tired despite a ton of sleep. I have little tolerance for being sick- a waste of a day.
1/12 127.6# 💧🥕 well I feel like Rip Van Winkle with sleeping the last couple of days. I’m better today but still not firing on all cylinders. Did some mild strength training this AM to get muscles activated.
1/13 127.4# 💧👣🥕🏋️‍♀️ if I could I would only post 1 foot since my walk was less vigorous than usual but it was good for my mental health to get outside so I’ll take it. Not very hungry because I can’t taste anything and didn’t have my usual Friday night glass of wine.
1/14 127.0# 🥕🏋️‍♀️ Hydration wasn’t on target yesterday. Feeling almost back to normal today😁
1/15 127.6# 💧🥕🏋️‍♀️ I felt pretty good yesterday AM and then came down with laryngitis yesterday afternoon. Argh! Pushing fluids!!!
1/16

ashleycarole86

SW RND 247
1/7 237.4 Started this round with a huge surge up. I took my husband for a night away to a lodge in the backcountry of the Rocky Mountains. We had some indulgences and it shows. Most of this will be water weight but it's time to get focused. We left the resort and did a nearly 8KM snowshoe hike before we came home so at least we got our activity today! Let's make some progress for this round!
1/8 239 Was really surprised to see another bump up today. I had a good day but rather than ride the bike tonight we got invited to have dinner at a friend's house last minute. The food was healthy enough.
1/9 235.2 Alright, there's the drop. I have a day of mostly unplanned food - a course where food is served, and then a corporate event with dinner out and then box seats at the Calgary Flames game. Will have to be smart about my choices.
1/10 235.6 Did good at the hockey game with the dinner out before last night. Came in just short of my steps. The deep cold is setting in here and there is lots of new snow that fell overnight.
1/11 237 Boy this round is all over the place. Last night I got home late as we're under an extreme cold warning, got snow, and the commute was long. So, I did miss my workout. I have therapy after work today so it'll be another long day out of the house with windchills that feel like -40C. Yikes!
1/12 234.8 Working from home today but we do have to go out tonight to curl. I am planning to eat at home so I don't eat restaurant food. There will be some beer that I'll plan for.
1/13 232.4 Stayed on plan not eating the restaurant food last night. Did have a bit more alcohol at home than planned and that led to some unplanned chips too. Overall so far this month I've drank on less days and that definitely helps. Today is a rest day at home.
1/14 237 Felt hungry all day yesterday. Clearly by the wild swing there is lots of water retention and other stuff going on. I felt lazy and sat on the couch most of the day. I did do some cleaning and started my day that way too so that's good at least.
1/15 235 Yesterday was an on track day. Diary closed under target, all food tracked, water drank, exercise complete. We had a great weekend despite the extreme cold. Go Bills!
1/16

sands4

Jan 07 162.6
Jan 08 162
Jan 09 161.4
Jan 10 161.4
Jan 11 161
Jan 12 160.8
Jan 13 161
Jan 14 160.4
Jan 15 160.2
Jan 16

SModa61

Cchassee wrote: »

@Zaxa2021
@SModa61 nailed it. I honestly can’t think of anything to add… Except I can’t remember who said this in our challenge, “weighing is information”. That statement really clicked for me because the fluctuations on my scale were previously causing an emotional roller coaster… When I choose to ⚖️ now, there is no a surprise… I’ve been ⚖️consistent enough over the past five months to know I can predict what the scale will read each time.

I’ve also noted that “actions” are the lead indicator, and the scale is the “lag” indicator… Everything between is information to synthesize regarding your body. Once you know your body’s individual temperament and sensitivities…. The scale becomes meaningless. Sticking to your plan is what matters!!! Heck, I don’t need the scale to tell me I’ve gained weight… And I don’t need the scale to tell me I’ve lost weight. (I know my actions!) Onward!

I say all that now, but the next few months will be really interesting for me because I’ve never tried to “gain muscle”… So I have to pay special attention to nuances. I guess I need to look at myself NAKEDin the mirror… OMG OMG!! ! I’ve been successfully avoiding that for YEARS! 🤣🤣🤣

@Zaxa2021 @Cchassee I have no idea if I am the one saying "weighing is information" but it is the type of thing I say from time to time. I LOVE data. I probably missed my calling in life because I never put it to use really in a career. Scale is data. Tracking is data. Mental, or written, notes about life is data. I like the every day tracking (personal for me) as it keeps reinforcing my understanding of what to expect. If I have a scale surprise, like this morning. If I actually sit and think, I did not track yesterday and I made junk choices, but as I add it all up in my head, total calories were actually in range (full disclosure - eight 100 calorie ice creams were included yesterday.....) So the scale makes sense. Lastly, I will say that being menopausal has the definite scale perk of no more confusing hormonal input.

SModa61

Round 247
January 7 - 16, 2024

62 year old female, 5’5”. I am married, semi-nomadic (we live in three states, Mass, Maine, Florida).

SW WW Sept 29, 2001 - 168.8 (initially lost 29.8, became staff, then weight up and down 18 years with low of 126.8)
SW MFP Sept 14, 2020 – 153 (lost 40, then stress took off another 2.2 lb with low of 120.8, then stress became gain)
SW MFP Jan 1, 2023 – 146.6
GW Maintaining between 124 - 126

Continuing to figure out maintaining, and to work on best nutrition and exercise.

History:

Harry and Han are our cats, who travel with us. Have two “kids”, who are very much adults, a DGS, and second GS on the way. We have three parents, 88(father), 86(mother), 84(MIL) still with us, and I have logically been needing to help them more as they age. I got my act in gear during COVID, somewhat inspired by NOT becoming my parents. I lost 30 lbs and was exercising daily. Unfortunately, I am an “all in or not” person. Hubby and I seeing our family home and downsizing distractions, plus medical incident with my father and all their new needs, became an excuse. A year and a half later, I gained 25 lbs and lost all my athletic improvements. I need to figure out balance and how to make health be a daily priority for life!

Round 126 153.0 equivalent 9/14/20
Round 127 149.2 9/24/20
Round 128 147.2 10/4/20
Round 129 145.8 10/14/20
Round 130 144.4 10/24/20
Round 131 142.2 11/3/20
Round 132 139.4 11/13/20
Round 133 137.2 11/23/20
Round 134 136.4 12/3/20
Round 135 132.6 12/13/20
Round 136 132.0 12/23/20
Round 137 132.0 1/2/21
Round 138 131.0 1/12/21
Round 139 128.2 1/22/21
Round 176 138.2 1/26/22 Harry 10 lb 14 oz Han Solo 11 lb 13 oz
Round 177 134.8 2/5/22
Round 178 137.0 2/15/22 Harry 10 lb 15.5 oz Han Solo 11 lb 11 oz
Round 181 138.2 3/17/22 Harry 10 lb 14 oz Han Solo 11 lb 10.5 oz
Round 182 137.8 3/27/22 Harry 10 lb 14.5oz Han Solo 11 lb 12.5 oz
Round 183 133.4 4/6/22 Harry 11 lb .5 oz Han Solo 11 lb 13 oz
Round 184 136.0 4/16/22 Harry 10 lb 15.5 oz Han Solo 11lb 12.5 oz
Round 185 136.8 4/26/22 Harry 10 lb 15.5 oz Han Solo 11lb 13 oz
Round 186 136.0 5/6/22 Harry 10 lb 14.5 oz Han Solo 11 lb 12.5 oz
Round 187 137.8 5/16/22 Harry 10 lb 14.0 oz Han Solo 11lb 11.5 oz
Round 188 135.8 5/26/22 Harry 10 lb 10.5 oz Han Solo 11 lb 12 oz
Round 210 146.6 1/01/23 Harry 10 lb 15.5 oz Han Solo 11 lb 12 oz
Round 211 144.4 1/11/23
Round 212 146.6 1/21/23 Harry 10 lb 14 oz Han Solo 11 lb 11 oz
Round 213 143.4 1/31/23 Harry 10 lb 14.5 oz Han Solo 11 lb 10.5 oz
Round 214 142.4 2/10/23
Round 215 140.0 2/20/23 Harry 10 lb 12 oz Han Solo 11 lb 6 oz
Round 216 138.0 3/2/23 Harry 10 lb 11.5 oz Han Solo 11 lb 6.5 oz
Round 217 136.0 3/12/23 Harry 10 lb 15 oz Han Solo 11 lb 6 oz
Round 218 134.0 3/22/23 Harry 10 lb 14.5 oz Han Solo 11 lb 7.5 oz
Round 219 133.8 4/1/23 Harry 11 lb .5 oz Han Solo 11 lb 9.5 oz
Round 220 131.4 4/11/23 Harry 10 lb 14.5 oz Han Solo 11 lb 11 oz
Round 221 130.0 4/21/23 Harry 10 lb 14.5 oz Han Solo 11 lb 11.5 oz
Round 222 128.2 5/1/23 Harry 10 lb 15 oz Han Solo 11 lb 12.5 oz
Round 223 128.4 5/11/23 Harry 10 lb 15.5 oz Han Solo 11 lb 11 oz
Round 224 127.2 5/21/23 Harry 10 lb 14 oz Han Solo 11 lb 11.5 oz
Round 225 125.8 5/31/23 Harry 10 lb 12 oz Han Solo 11 lb 9.5 oz
Round 226 124.2 6/10/23
Round 227 125.8 6/20/23 Harry 10 lb 8.5 oz Han Solo 11 lb 12.5 oz
Round 228 125.8 6/30/23 Harry 10 lb 13 oz Han Solo 11 lb 13.5 oz
Round 229 125.8 7/10/23
Round 230 122.6 7/20/23
Round 231 125.0 7/30/23 Harry 10lb 10.5 oz Han Solo 12 lb .5 oz
Round 232 123.6 8/9/23 Harry 10 lb 10 oz Han Solo 12 lb 2.5 oz
Round 233 125.8 8/19/23 Harry 10 lb 10 oz Han Solo 12 lb 1.5 oz
Round 234 125.8 8/29/23 Harry 10 lb 10.5 oz Han Solo 12 lb 1.5 oz
Round 235 127.2 9/8/23
Round 236 127.4 9/18/23 Harry 10 lb 6.5 oz Han Solo 11 lb 11.5 oz
Round 237 126.4 9/28/23
Round 238 124.4 10/8/23 Harry 10 lb 3 oz Han Solo 12 lb 1 oz
Round 239 124.2 10/18/23 Harry 10 lb 1 oz Han Solo 12 lb 0 oz
Round 240 125.0 10/28.23 Harry 10 lb Han Solo 11 lb 14 oz
Round 241 127.8 11/8/23
Round 243 127.6 11/28/23 Harry 10 lb 1.5 oz Han Solo 12 lb .5 oz
Round 244 129.0 12/7/23 Harry 10 lb .5 oz Han Solo 12 lb .5 oz
Round 245 129.0 12/17/23
Round 246 129.4 12/27/23 Harry 10 lb 1 oz Han Solo 12 lb 2 oz
Round 247 128.6 1/6/23 Harry 10 lb 3.5 oz Han Solo 11 lb 14 oz
Harry 10 lb 8.5 oz Han Solo 11 lb 14.5 oz

SW: 128.6

Day/Weight/Comment

1/7 – 127.8 I did eat some “extras”, though I tracked them and were reasonable. The calories were also compensated by my walking yesterday morning. My extras evolved after I had my first cocktail in three months (I rarely drink as I prefer food calories over alcohol). Something for me to keep in mind.

1/8 – 128.2 My numbers were good yesterday, so no concern about the up. Walked with the girls in the AM (3 laps), then just a general busy day.

1/9 – 127.8 Yesterday, was an off day, but I did track everything. Even with walking I was over on my calories. But glad I went ahead and tracked and was therefore informed.

1/10 – 129.2 Calories were on target for both myself and hubby, both of us up this morning. Me 1.4 lb, and hubby 1 lb. Both of us had commented on how salty dinner was last night. We are assuming that is the cause and tomorrow will be normal again.

1/11 – 128.4 Not fully back down. I somewhat wonder if any of the numbers relate to having to put in new batteries in the scale a couple days ago.

1/12 – 129.0 this one makes sense. I allowed myself a stress response and did an untracked binge. I was at least cautious the rest of the day, but obviously it did not mitigate the mistake.

1/13 – 128.0 Made it through yesterday. Went out to each, but pre-tracked and ordered my “go to” for that restaurant. The Tuna Tataki entrée with no included soup/salad, or sides. That with only half a glass of wine, had me in a safe position to face unknown “dessert and libations” back at a friends home after. Everything tracked. Only negative is that I did not do any exercise yesterday. Heading for my walk in 3 minutes.

1/14 – 127.6 Basically back where I was 5 days ago, I’ll just be happy if I finish the round lower than I started. Did not track at all yesterday. Did not have the mental capacity. Today is a good catch up day that started with a 90 minute walk.

1/15 – 127.2 Undeserved. Second day no tracking, and made poor diet choices. But I think the overall quantity was not bad.

1/16 –

AR10at50

F, 58, 5’5
HW-187 Sep. 2014. Thank you @quiltingjaine !🌸
UGW-140

1/9-171
1/10–DNW
1/11-171
1/12-170
1/13-169
1/14-168
1/15-168- I’ll take it. Made Garlic Tuscan Shrimp but next time I will steam, chop and remove any water from spinach instead of throwing fresh spinach in there to avoid a bunch of green water. The Parmesan cheese I would sprinkle on after all cooking is done to avoid clumps and keep it creamy.

Chapter_3

R247 - my 17th Round

F65, 5’6” married, MawMaw Proud. Clean Ketovore 🥩. NO processed foods. Track macros, cals & all exercise. HW 172lbs in 2010. See “Health Journey” for details.

Maintain130-132lbs.
🏋️‍♀️🚶‍♀️🤸🏼🎾💦🥩

R247 Focus
***************************
GAIN MUSCLE 🏋️‍♀️!

I want to build a foundation of determination, consistency & dedication to building Skeletal Muscle Mass (SMM).

Will take a huge mind-shift to NOT focus on the scale…

“And it dawned on me that I might have to change my inner thought patterns...that I would have to start believing in possibilities that I wouldn’t have allowed before...”
— ​Bob Dylan​

Launch true commitment to train & gain more muscle. Focus on 🏋️‍♀️strength, 🤸🏼flexibility, speed & balance for tennis & aging. Focus on the process of DOING: Beginning Measurements ✅. Next InBody Scan @ end of month. Scale can float or fluctuate, unless I break macros or nutrition…. (WILL NOT HAPPEN!)

R247 Start stats & COMMITMENTS:
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R247 Beginning Stats per InBody Scan:
Weight: 131lbs
Lean Body Mass (LBM):
96.6lbs ( +6lbs) ⬆️
Body Fat Mass (BFM):
34.6lbs (-4lbs)⬇️
SMM: 52.5lbs (Skeletal Muscle)⬆️
PBF: 26.4 (% Body Fat)⬇️

(⬆️measured monthly)

1. Stay in KETOSIS
2. 🏋️‍♀️Schedule in advance 20-30min every-other-day (minimum) in RED on calendar. Fill in daily.
3. 💓Z2 60 min 5x per wk
4. 🤸🏼5x per wk - calisthenics (stretch, balance, agility, flexibility & speed) (for tennis & aging process)
5. Continue Tracking: 🏋️‍♀️min, 🚶‍♀️8-10k+, macros, cals, 💓Z2 min, Total ex cal,🔥Ex cal & NSVs
6. Stay grateful & mindful.
7. Slow down & ENJOY!

📣#bestshapeofmylife 📣
Let’s Go!

Previous R247 Daily Comments
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1/7 ⚖️130.8lbs 🏋️‍♀️🤸🏼✅
I took-off a full day yesterday! 3-hr nap. Yum. Determined for successful round!
🍀Good luck, everyone! 💪🏻

1/8 Yesterday ✅ 🏋️‍♀️🤸🏼 ✅macros & cal,🚶‍♀️5.2k, 🏋️‍♀️20 min, 78 total ex min, 🔥404 ex cal, 💗Z2 - 68 min. Had a blast 🏋️‍♀️🤸🏼&🚶‍♀️the neighborhood with my DGS.

Mindful when eating so I don’t feel deprived. I do give myself some flexibility.
Macros:
C 0-5%, P 25-30%; F 70–75%
This works for me! ❤️

Today: 🎾& 🏋️‍♀️ meet with personal trainer.

1/9 Yesterday: ✅ 🏋️‍♀️🤸🏼 🙌🏻✅macros & 1608cal,🚶‍♀️8.3k, 🏋️‍♀️🤸🏼60 min, 158 total ex min, 🔥493 ex cal, 💗Z2 - 68 min.

Played tennis & met with trainer after. Will spare the details — I have a L O N G way to go! 💪🏻
Developed a three week “on my own” plan and will check back to access progress.

Feel good. I’m hoping to stay positive. Tons of 💦.

NSV: 🏋️‍♀️- I DID IT! I actually listened to my Inbody scan, and made an appointment with an expert… Proud of myself for facing facts.

Today: Cold / windy. Will 🏋️‍♀️🤸🏼as much as I can @ home without over-doing and a long walk🚶‍♀️.

1/10 Yesterday: ✅macros & 1564 cal,🚶‍♀️8.6k, 68 total ex min, 🔥324 ex cal, 💗Z2 - 45 min.
Another cold, windy day. Lazy, nice 🚶‍♀️in afternoon.

Today: meeting, 🎾, 🤸🏼🏋️‍♀️

I’ve upped daily cal intake to find out what happens… BMR is 1375… thinking 1500-1600 on non-workout days is maintenance . Macros MUST be in check. I’m not really counting calories, but they show up as I log macros… Trying to gain muscle& lose fat simultaneously is a huge challenge - perplexed. Daunted.

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There’s also been brief discussion as to “obsessing” over / too much focus on your health journey, specific foods, etc. My thought: What’s more important than becoming who you want to be? Isn’t being mindful important? You have to WANT IT BAD though… 😎 Maybe “obsessing” is a step in the journey that must be taken… to get to the other side? Hmmmm

I guess I’m trying to pump myself for this next step…. I’m no longer obsessing over what to eat or what not to eat. I’m now obsessing over 🏋️‍♀️🏋️‍♀️🏋️‍♀️. Hahaha I also think all of us know what’s best for us individually. The challenge is finding the strength, discipline & fortitude to do the hard work! I’m working on multiple ✅s!

FYI: I use the Renpho scale. My BF% and Visceral fat is way off compared to the more accurate InBody scan.=(Worse)

Let’s GO! 🙌🏻💪🏻

1/11 Yesterday: ✅macros & 1803 cal, 🚶‍♀️7.5k, 80 total ex min, 🔥763 ex cal, 💗Z2 - 22min. ✅🏋️‍♀️10 min🤸🏼(with trainer)

I booked an FST (Fascia stretch therapy) with the trainer. Oh my! She stretched me like a noodle… (not really - too tight!) It was amazing! My body is so tight it’s scary. Gave me a good jump start to stretch 🙆‍♀️daily. 🏋️‍♀️Focus on upper body. What a journey…. Good day.

Today: 🙆‍♀️🏋️‍♀️🤸🏼
Let’s GO! 🙌🏻💪🏻

1/12 Yesterday: ✅macros & 1203 cal, 🚶‍♀️5.3k, 40 total ex min, 🔥225 ex cal, 💗Z2 - 12min. ✅🏋️‍♀️🙆‍♀️

Cleaned house all day, but managed to get in 🏋️‍♀️🙆‍♀️. Was hoping to get to the club, but cleaning took way longer than thought. Was in an “OK” space… Determined not to give up. Need to be “ok” with only “ok”.

Today: 🙆‍♀️🏋️‍♀️🤸🏼 Awful weather today with front moving in … like everyone else, planning next week for record 🥶 temps. I’ve calendared group exercises for all next week (Need to change my attitude about group exercises because I don’t like them at all - but next week it’s my only option. Looks like no tennis for almost two weeks…. Yuck!)

NSV: Hosted bridge last night… Drank 💦 only. What a WIN!

Have a great weekend all! Affirmations/Repeat:
Plan, be grateful and mindful. Carbs are RAT POISON.
🏋️‍♀️is FUN! Do hard stuff!
YOU ARE 💪🏻!
Commit to yourself!

📣#bestshapeofmylife 📣
Let’s Go!

1/13 Yesterday: ✅macros & 1525 cal, 🚶‍♀️3.3k, 38 total ex min, 🔥234 ex cal, 💗Z2 - 20min. ✅🏋️‍♀️🙆‍♀️ No long walk. Afternoon nap. Glorious.

I actually enjoyed 🏋️‍♀️🙆‍♀️🤸🏼 this morning. What a positive! It’s still a challenge to talk myself into 🏋️‍♀️🤸🏼🙆‍♀️. Not easy. It’s mental gymnastics each time…. Will force it again today. I haven’t thought much about the scale… I’m guessing number between 130–132 depending on fluctuations. I’ve been ✅ with macros, 💦 & calories. I feel “even” because I’ve been 💯 on plan. Hoping a little muscle transformation is in progress!😎)

I know it’ll be a VERY long haul to change body composition… Also, reading that on days that I 🔥 fewer than 400 cal, I really need to stick to no more than 1500 cal a day. My metabolism is still SUPER slow. (Slower than any person I know…) That’s why 🏋️‍♀️ is so important for my personal progress.

Today: 🙆‍♀️🤸🏼🏋️‍♀️ & 🚶‍♀️Five mile dedicated walk. 🥶&🌧️ on its way…. Probably 🚫outdoors for most of the week! Prepare!

NSV: Ketosis super strong right now… Full speed ahead.

1/14 Yesterday: ✅🏋️‍♀️🤸🏼 🙆‍♀️ ✅macros & cal 1743, 🚶‍♀️7.8k, 72 total ex min, 🔥435 ex cal, 💗Z2 - 40min.
My structured walk was 2.5 miles not 5 (too short). Really good ST🏋️‍♀️🙆‍♀️ & simultaneously worked on balance. I have to remember the “feeling” that once I get started, it’s not bad. Set-up the workout space at home in preparation for the 🥶 next week.

I ate well today, but I had three full meals (unusual). My BIL spent the night with us last night and we enjoyed a big early breakfast this morning… Stayed w/in macros, but portions a little up. (Lunch & Dinner too) Just felt more “full” than I’m use too on this journey of mine. Don’t like feeling that full-didn’t need to eat three FULL meals. Will remember that yucky feeling! Lets stick with my routine.

Today: Activity ⬆️ Food ⬇️

1/15 Yesterday: ✅🏋️‍♀️30 min & 🙆‍♀️ 30 min ✅macros & cal , 🚶‍♀️6.4k, 80 total ex min, 🔥 342 ex cal, 💗Z2- 40min.

I believe I’ve developed a daily 🙆‍♀️routine (20-25 min)-I feel great afterwards! I then found several online videos for 🏋️‍♀️upper body/core and lower body/core. I’m pleased to have a routine going into this week. (Never realized how much I crave routines!). Brisk short walk topped it all off.

Today: 🙆‍♀️🎾🚶‍♀️🤸🏼??? Need to see how the day goes @ home with freeze preparation… We Southerners are not used to this weather! 🥶is on its way tonight!

1/16 ⚖️🏋️‍♀️

📣#bestshapeofmylife 📣
Let’s Go! 💪🏻🙌🏻⚡️
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Health Journey
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Pre- college: 125-130lbs
College-up to 160lbs one year… graduated @130lbs.
1990 (Age 32) - Avg. 135 lbs
2001 (Age 43) - Avg 145 lbs
2010 (Age 52) HW 172 lbs
2020 (Age 62) Avg 130-135lbs
7/2023 (Age 64) 145lbs
1/2024 (Age 65) 130lbs

UGW = 130-132lbs ?
⬆️SMM: 100lbs +
Initial BF% : 22%

Aug 14, 2014 @ 157lbs (down 15 from heaviest of 172lbs in 2010), I decided to take control of my health. I lost 30lbs by 1/1/2015. Weight remained @ 128-132lbs through the end of 2020. Five years!

🎢 Roller Coaster Begins….

2020 through 2021, I fluctuated 132-140 lbs.

8/1/ 2022 crept up to 142lbs.
Dropped to 128lbs again by 9/30 then held 130lbs till 1/1/23.

2023 Back ⬆️ 145lbs by July 15! 15lbs BOOM! Enjoyed eating & margaritas way too much! Ive always eaten somewhat healthy BUT portion control is/was a huge issue. Started tracking 7/15. Joined “Just give me 10 days” R231 in beginning of 8/2023. Here we are @ 130 determined to…. be in the
📣#bestshapeofmylife 📣

The yo-yo is exhausting & unhealthy. Takes up way too much brain space.

I learned MY choices created an emotional 🎢 roller coaster with yo-yo weight and fitness. My forever goal is to maintain approx. 130lbs and IN SHAPE. Pretty clear that once I reached a goal weight I would then relax/ drift backwards. So glad 145lbs was the max over the last nine years.

I also noticed that as I age it becomes much, MUCH more difficult to lose weight. I could lose 15lbs easy in 8 weeks up to 2020ish … This is absolutely not true anymore!

While active with 🚶‍♀️& 🎾 it’s clear a ST routine is absent. Time to incorporate ST 🏋️‍♀️ as my TRUE focus.

Cumulative Round Results
7/15/23 SW 145lbs
R231 - R 246, lost 15lbs
Avg loss 1lbs per Round
Now in Maintenance with focus on building muscle - not the scale.

SheilaBoneham

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📆 2015–2023

Feb. 2015: highest weight 218.2h
2015: end weight running average 178.2nd
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: end weight running average 178.6
2023: end weight running average 191. 😳

2024 Rounds
R146 01/06/24: end weight 191.4

R147 goals— calories <1300; NO FOOD 6 p.m.-8 a.m.


Day, Weight, Comment

01/07 - 191.4
Yesterday was good, calories in line (1190) and minimal snacking.

01/08 - 192.2
This is so demoralizing. I’ve been below 1400 calories for 5 days. Yesterday I had 1329 annd nothing crazy. Obviously I have to go lower to lose, but that’s what got me into this mess, a very restrictive elimination diet during which my daily calories were around 1,000. I’m very discouraged.

01/09 - 192.2
I went out for my regular Monday lunch with my friend, but had a salad with grilled chicken and avocado, no dressing, so I behaved myself. Then vegetarian chili (Moosewood fiesta chili) for dinner. Good day.

01/10 - 192.2
Another morning with no change after a day of responsible eating. It has to budge sometime!

01/11 - 192.2
I had a mini binge last night, but am back on track this morning. Yesterday wasn’t a complete mess though—I had lots of protein, no saturated fat, and lower carbs than usual. For a while I’ve been having one slice of Dave’s Killer Bread thin sliced with a Tbs of fruit-only spread for breakfast, but I’m stopping that, starting this morning with an over-easy egg cooked with 0 calorie avocado oil spray. It was delicious, and makes me feel the day isn’t already wasted. 😊

01/12 - 191.8
Not exactly a whoosh, but I’ll take it!

01/13 - 191.6
Today should be good. I had a solid healthy breakfast, and we’re going to friends’ house for late lunch/early dinner of homemade veggie beef soup. She’s also trying to lose, so is conscious of that. We signed our new wills yesterday, which is a big looming “thing” we’d put off for ages, so that’s good to have off our minds. It’s bitter out today—25F, wind chill 7, big wind gusts, so no walk. Happy Saturday, all!

01/14 - 192.2
Brrrr— -4F, wind chill -20. No dog walk today!

01/15 - 192
I had two cookies yesterday at my friend’s house, but otherwise I ate responsibly. Going out for lunch, planning to have Greek salad.

01/16 -