Just Give Me 10 Days - Round 281

capewrathultra

quiltingjaine wrote: »

Round 282 is posted

https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10929221/just-give-me-10-days-round-282#latest

Thanks for all that you do, Jaine! 🤗

deepwoodslady

Round 281



MY NAME IS DONNA. I AM 64 YEARS YOUNG & FROM THE MIDWEST USA. I AM APPROX 5’ 5” TALL.

ROUND 238 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
R280 EW= 194.2
R281 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.

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 thru R252 (11/28/23 thru 03/06/24) = -2.6 LOST (Ending Weight 177.8)

R253 thru R262 (03/07/24 thru 06/14/24) = -5.8 GAINED (Ending Weight 183.6)

R263 thru R272 (06/15/24 thru 09/22/24) = - 10.8 GAINED (Ending Weight 193.8)

R273 (09/23/24 thru 10/02/24) = -0.4 LOST (Ending Weight 193.4)

R274 (10/03/24 thru 10/12/24) = -2.0 LOST (Ending Weight 191.4)

R275 (10/13/24 thru 10/22/24) = -0.8 GAINED (Ending Weight 192.2)

R276 (10/23/24 thru 11/01/24) = -1.9 LOST (Ending Weight 190.6)

R277 (11/02/24 thru 11/11/24) = -0.6 LOST (Ending Weight 190.0)

R278 (11/12/24 thru 11/21/24) = -2.0 GAINED (Ending Weight 192.0)

R279 (11/22/24 thru 12/01/24) = -2.2 GAINED (Ending Weight 194.2)

R280 (12/02/24 thru 12/11/24) = -NO CHANGE (Ending Weight 194.2)

R281 (12/12/24 thru 12/21/24) = -xxxxx (Ending Weight xxxxx)

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

Day/Weight/Comment
ENDING WEIGHT LAST ROUND 194.2

12/12-194.6-(Trend Weight: 193.3)-

12/13-194.4-(Trend Weight: 193.4)-

12/14-191.8-(Trend Weight: 193.3)-

12/15-191.4-(Trend Weight: 193.1)-

12/16-190.8-(Trend Weight: 192.8)-

12/17-190.0-(Trend Weight: 192.6)-

12/18-190.6-(Trend Weight: 192.4)- Spent last night self-sabotaging before my doctor appointment so my weight would be higher and I wouldn’t have to endure a compliment. I mean, why else would I do such a thing the evening before an important appointment? Or maybe I was just too close to a new decade in weight. Or maybe I was getting too close to my 5 lb goal. Ughhhh…. Anyway, they didn’t mention my weight which is strange because I’ve gained a lot this year. I came home and researched and on the day of my last appt (in Aug) I had already gained so much that my weight that today actually came in at EXACTLY the same as the last appt 190.6 so that explains it. Out to lunch earlier with my son afterward which is a tradition (so he’ll go to the doctor). Tomorrow’s scale will likely not be good. However, I’ll try to keep tomorrow a compliant day as I travel 8 hours round trip on Friday (plus the time for the dr appointment and some shopping) and there will be lunch and dinner out. This is where the weight gain begins for the Holidays for me. Starting today. I’ve really got to practice portion control to offset the choices! T-minus 3 lbs with 2 left to go.

12/19-191.0-(Trend Weight: 192.2)- Lunch out with my son really did me in yesterday. Portions and choices were okay but restaurant food is certainly cooked and seasoned differently than at home. I will try to make today a better day as tomorrow is the long travel (medical and shopping) day and it won’t be any better. In fact, it will be worse as daughter is planning Chinese food which we Never Get unless traveling and two meals out will be required. Our dinner isn’t until the 28th so I hope to string together a few days after Friday where I can be compliant. I just got to stay away from the BLT’s (bites, licks, tastes) when I do my baking next week!

12/20-xxxxx-(Trend Weight: xxxxx)-

12/21-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

felicityb2026

39F
Getting back to where I was - ate well yesterday and made sure I went for a lunchtime walk and I went for a 5km run as my workout (I'm hoping my injuries will stay dormant and I get train up to 10km to go in a fun run I've done a few times before and always enjoy). Today I will be aiming for the same - plenty of walking, a workout, and eating well.
18/12 - 66.8kg
19/12 - 68kg
20/12 - 66.8kg

cyndiemi

Round 281
December 12, 2024 - 22, 2024

My Round 2
HW 222 in 2017
GW 130

Goals this session:
1. Keep net carbs below 30—I know, not sustainable; however, it is useful for short periods
2. Record all dietary intake
3. Lose one pound in ten days—during the holiday season.


Date
12/12 151.2 Up from yesterday ☹ but lower than 10 days ago 😊
12/13 151.1 on plan
12/14 150.2 Stayed on plan
12/15 150.0 Stayed on plan
12/16 150.2 Carbs were too high/calories on plan
12/17 150.4 Calories were too high/carbs were on plan. Too many doctors appointments this week for the three of us. ugh
12/18 150 On plan yesterday
12/19 150
12/20
12/21

CamandJarvis

You don't have to be perfect, you just have to be better than you were before

32, 5'5"
OSW: 164.2 164.5 164.9 Dec 31, 2022 165.5 Jan 5, 2023
GW: 130-135

Previous Rounds:

R69: 158.1; R70: 156.5; R71: 156.3 R72: 156.3; R73: 155.2; R74: 155.4; R75: 156.1; R76: 155.6; R80: 153.2; R81: 154.3; R82: 154.1; R84: 156.5; R89: 156.7; R91: 160.1; R93: 159.3; R94: 156.1; R98: 154.5; R99: 155.9; R100: 152.8; R101: 149.7; R102: 149.0; R103: 149.0; R104: 146.2; R105: 146.6; R106: 144.6; R107: 146.8; R108: 147.7; R109: 148.1; R110: 150.1; R111: 154.3; R112: 152.6; R113: 151.7; R121: 153.0; R122: 154.8; R123: 153.9; R124: 153.4; R125: 155.6; R126: 152.3; R127: 151.5; R128: 151.0; R129: 151.0; R130: 152.6; R131: 153.9; R132: 150.6; R133: 151.2; R134: 149.3; R135: 149.5; R136: 148.4; R137: 147.9; R138: 148.4; R139: 151.9; R140: 150.4; R141: 150.4; R142: 144.0; R143: 144.2; R144: 147.0; R145: 145.7; R146: 145.9; R147: 145.9; R148: 146.5; R149: 147.3; R150: 146.8; R151: 147.9; R152: 147.7; R153: 147.2; R154: 147.0; R155: 144.7; R157: 146.1; R158: 146.6; R159: 146.3; R160: 150.2; R161: 146.7; R162: 144.6; R163: 146.2; R164: 147.3; R165: 146.3; R166: 148.5; R167: 147; R168: 148.4; R169: 151.4; R170: 148.9; R171: 144.8 R172: DNW; R173: 146.1; R174: 147.9; R175: 145.9; R176: 150.5; R177: 149.3; R179: 150.5; R180: 151.6; R181: DNW; R182: 150.2; R183: 152.9; R184: 153.4; R185: 151.3; R186: 152.3; R187: 151.8; R188: 150.9; R189: 152.6; R190: DNW; R191: 154.8; R192: 155.5; R193: 155.2; R194: 156.5; R195: DNW; R196: 155.7; R197: DNW; R198: 156.1; R199: DNW; R200: DNW; R201: 159.8; R202: 159.7; R203: 160.5; R204: DNW; R205: DNW; R206: 161.7; R207: 163.6; R208: DNW; R209: 164.5; R210: 163.9; R211: DNW; R212: 163.1; R123: 162.1; R214: 162.1; R215: 160.4; R216: 160.4; R217: 159.6; R218: 159.0; R219: 159.6; R220: 157.6; R221: 156.5; R222: 155.8; R223: 156.8; R224: 155.1; R225: 152.2; R226: 154.9; R227: 152.4; R228: 152.5; R229: 152.2; R230: 152.8; R231: 151.8; R232: 153.3; R233: 154.1; R234: 151.9; R235: 155.1; R236: DNW; R237: DNW; R238: 152.8; R239: 153.7; R240: 154.9; R241: N/A R242: N/A; R243: N/A; R244: 154.9; R245: 154.0; R246: 153.7; 247: 153.1; R248: 153.1; R249: 153.0; R250: 151.7; R251: DNW; R252: 150.0; R253: 149.6; R254: 148.8; R255: 147.3; R256: 150.2; R257:148.2; R258: 150.2; R259: 147.9; R260: 147.7; R261: 148.2; R262: DNP; R263: DNP; R264: 148.4; R265: 151.5; R266: 150.4; R267: 149.3; R268: DNW; R269: 146.2; R270: 150.4; R271: 150.4; R272: 154.1; R273: DNW; R274: Vacation; R275: 156.4; R276: 157.5; R277: 158.1; R278: 158.6; R279: 161.2; R280: 162.6

Last weight
12/11 - 162.6

Round Goal: N/A - bulking

Day, Weight, Comment
12/12 - 160.7
12/13 - 160.5
12/14 - DNW
12/15 - 164.1
12/16 - DNW
12/17 - 161.8
12/18 - 161.0
12/19 - 161.2 - I'll take it and call it "steady". So far so good today, got my workout and my walk in. I'm slightly under but within my macro range for protein and fats but I am just barely out of range for carbs so I can have a little snack after dinner if I plan it carefully enough. Tomorrow I'm not leaving until about 1030 so I'm hoping to get up early for a workout, be able to shower and eat, and also have time to walk the dogs before poor Smoke has to get kenneled. He hasn't quite learned to behave being left out for longer than about an hour with the Christmas tree so he'll have to stay in the kennel from the time I leave until BF comes home after work (about 1030-11am until about 5:30pm). Since I'll be traveling tomorrow and Saturday, I'll call this my round end and will return to you all with the new round! Best of luck these last couple of days and may you reach your round goals with ease!
12/20
12/21

Previous Day's Comments

12/12 - Ah, there's the drop I was expecting and hoping for! I behaved myself really well yesterday with water, steps, and macros. Today was a challenge to wake up for the gym - despite the weather app saying it'd be warmer this morning, it was actually colder! Plus my alarm went off right in the middle of a dream. Knocked out a good upper body workout and walked 1/2 mile on the treadmill to finish out the hour in the gym. I've been good about walking dogs after I eat my lunch since it is warmer then. I aim to keep that up as these mornings seem to get ever-colder. Today's meals are planned and I have some wiggle room since Fam is looking to meet up tonight. I don't know if I'll go since BF said it'd be in the afternoon and I might still be working (in such a way I cannot work on the road that is). Plus, I'm not sure how late we'll be out and BF's been skipping the gym to sleep in so he's not suffering those later nights while I do. But if I stop the gym now, I might not get back into it and I'll set the tone that I'm willing to sacrifice my health to go out and drink late into the evening which is NOT what I want. Today is also BF's last day at his current job (he has off tomorrow to run errands like return laptop/computer/monitors and get haircut to look nice on his first day). His new one begins fresh on Monday! That said, Fam both work for this company so they're sad to see him go but also happy he's pursuing what he's wanted since he graduated.
12/13 - DNP
12/14 - DNP
12/15 - DNP
12/16 - I forgot to weigh. Today was BF's first day of his new job and my mind was focused on that, not on my normal morning routine. That's okay. Gym this morning for me but took it easy since the weather is causing a bit of sciatica and my knee is feeling stiff and sore. Still got a good workout in despite those things! Coach upped my macros slightly - she lowered carbs and increased fat to account for my coming off of hormone meds last week when I updated her. Today, she increased calories via carbs for the week to ease me up a bit more. We're taking things slow and steady to avoid as much fat gain as possible and have it focused primarily on muscle gain. I'm okay with this, especially with the kids coming this weekend for 2 weeks and being off work all next week - I'll be all messed up on routine!
12/17 - This is good. TOM is well and gone so I knew I'd be seeing a drop. I didn't hit macros Sunday, but I was under in fats and a bit in protein without going over so it was more of a deficit than overeating. That likely helped expedite dropping bloat from Friday and Saturday. Yesterday I hit macros and all my minor habits (water, steps, fiber, etc). Today I'm on track to meet everything as well! Work has been hectic and will likely continue to be hectic through the end of this week (Thursday for me as I travel to get the kids Friday). I'm off next week, though, so the hectic is worth it for a week off! Here's to continuing to make healthy choices and stay mindful
12/18 - I've been behaving very well with my nutrition and ensuring I get my steps and workouts in and my body is dropping off some extra bloat/inflammation it seems as a thank you! I'll take it. I'm still working on bulking so I don't expect to drop too much more, but I'm glad it's gone back down to where I was before all the holiday and hormonal disruptions (: I'm still planning and hoping to squeeze in a workout and dog walk Friday before I have to leave to go swap kiddos at the meetup out-of-state. Especially since I'll be missing 2 Wednesdays (my hardest lower days) in a row due to Christmas and New Years (the gym is closed so even if I wanted to, I couldn't since I don't have the equipment at home). I'm thinking I'll miss a Wednesday workout next week and I'll skip my Friday workout (and do Wednesday on Friday instead) the week of New Years so I'm at least getting some variety. No meal prep the next 2 weeks so nutrition will be a bit more challenging. I may meal prep breakfasts on workout days to make life easier and maybe lunches for the 3-4 days I'll be working the week of New Years (if I drive the kids back Friday, I'll work 3 days. If we do a Saturday meetup, I'll have to work Friday to save the vacation day since it's not my normal day off and I won't have "earned" a vacation day so early in the year).
12/19
12/20

Blueberries59

@Chapter_3 Nice. I like this. You're right, each time around has a different feeling. Empowering.

May I share something with you which you probably already know? Years ago, I learned to repeat that Bible verse, [ I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.], 10x- in a row- each time emphasizing the next successive word. Each rendition inspires a different interpretation and impactful prayer. Powerful. Thank you for reminding me. 🙏

@susiemcmac - Welcome back!

@everyone, @Chapter_3, @reshii_devi - I don't like to YUK someone else's YUM, but as this was posted and reposted I felt compelled to throw out some warning flags. Heath advice on youtube is a rabbit hole worth diving into. I'd do some heavy research before following Dr. Eric Berg's youtubes. He's got a lot of fans but there are a lot of nay sayers, too, for all his many videos. This video promotes dry fasting (no water, nada) for 23 hours and daily intake of 10000 IU of vitamin D (over 12 to 25 times the recommended amount)??? Worth serious investigation, like ask your doctor, especially if one is a senior, on meds, or has other issues like diabetes, high blood pressure, etc. Dehydration can be swift & serious and lead to bad complications, so much worse than a weight plateau. Vitamin D toxicity is a real thing and this amount is well over the recommended amount. Just saying - be careful.

Chapter_3

Blueberries59 wrote: »

@Chapter_3 Nice. I like this. You're right, each time around has a different feeling. Empowering.

May I share something with you which you probably already know? Years ago, I learned to repeat that Bible verse, [ I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.], 10x- in a row- each time emphasizing the next successive word. Each rendition inspires a different interpretation and impactful prayer. Powerful. Thank you for reminding me. 🙏

@susiemcmac - Welcome back!

@everyone, @Chapter_3, @reshii_devi - I don't like to YUK someone else's YUM, but as this was posted and reposted I felt compelled to throw out some warning flags. Heath advice on youtube is a rabbit hole worth diving into. I'd do some heavy research before following Dr. Eric Berg's youtubes. He's got a lot of fans but there are a lot of nay sayers, too, for all his many videos. This video promotes dry fasting (no water, nada) for 23 hours and daily intake of 10000 IU of vitamin D (over 12 to 25 times the recommended amount)??? Worth serious investigation, like ask your doctor, especially if one is a senior, on meds, or has other issues like diabetes, high blood pressure, etc. Dehydration can be swift & serious and lead to bad complications, so much worse than a weight plateau. Vitamin D toxicity is a real thing and this amount is well over the recommended amount. Just saying - be careful.

Thank you for the heads up! “investigate” yes! I do know now that a plateau can be from lack of sleep and/or stress. I simply never knew that before this journey. Today was the first I heard of a “dry fast” and may research after the New Year. It is something I would probably NEVER do but am curious/willing to investigate. I sincerely appreciate your warning flags.

desolate_angel

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

END WT RND 247: 177.4 (80.5 kg)
END WT RND 248: 175.1 (79.4 kg)
END WT RND 249: 173.4 (78.7 kg)
END WT RND 250: 170.6 (77.4 kg)
END WT RND 251: 167.8 (76.1 kg)
END WT RND 252: 166 (75.3 kg)
END WT RND 253 162.9 (73.9 kg)
END WT RND 254 163 (73.9 kg)
END WT RND 255 161 (73 kg)
END WT 256: DNF
ST WT 278: 166 (75.3 kg)
END WT 278: 160.3 (72.7 kg)
END WT 279: 158.5 (71.9 kg)
END WT 280: 156.5 (71 kg)

Fell off the challenge bandwagon in round 256, managed to keep losing weight until June 12th when I hit 155.9 (70.7 kg). I fell off the weight loss wagon shortly after. Decided to start back up the day before Round 278 started.

SW RND 281: 156.5 (71 kg)
12/12- 157.2 (71.3 kg) Back on track today. An upswing as I anticipated, but honestly I feel like 156.5 was an outlier too. Husband is back from his work trip and we did some Christmas light watching tonight.
12/13- 157 (71.2 kg) Hmm, my brother and his fiancee want to go out to dinner with us tonight. They've been wanting to go out together since their engagement 2 months ago, but it just hadn't happened. I think I'll be aiming for maintenance tonight.
12/14-157.2 (71.3 kg)
12/15- 156.8 (71.1 kg) I completely spaced posting last night. Thought I was almost done with Christmas shopping at least then thought to update the list I made. We have 19 family members to shop for not counting ourselves and each of our work's Secret Santas. I had forgotten 2 family members and still not sure what they're getting. Not quite done with my Secret Santa gift and my husband still needs to get his. I have 3 stocking stuffer type things for my coffee group to finish for our meet-up Tuesday, plus my team also does something outside the Secret Santas (I work with a bunch of people whose love language is gifts). I've made a good dent this weekend, but thank goodness there's 8 more days before Christmas Eve. We did see more Christmas lights last night, and took the dog on two walks today. I think I will sleep well tonight.
12/16- 156.1 (70.8 kg) I went to North 40 to get some dog food after work since they were having 15% off everything in the store and 25% off clothing and toys. It was packed, and they were circulating trays of cookies and mini cream puffs. I am a sucker for cream puffs and had seconds. I was tempted to ask what store they bought said cream puffs from so I could procure my own stash, but wisdom prevailed.
12/17- 154.9 (70.3 kg) Whoosh! this morning. Followed by dinner out with my coffee friends tonight. I decided to eat very light for lunch in anticipation of dinner. This time it backfired on me because I stayed hungry most of the day and most of my self control went out the window at the restaurant. I think next time I'll eat a little more at lunch or have a snack before if I'm still hungry so I think with my head and not my stomach.
12/18- 155.5 (70.5 kg) 5 more days to Christmas Eve, 3.5 more days of work before Christmas. I cannot believe how quickly the month has flown.
12/19- 155.3 (70.4 kg) Work had a cookie Christmas party today, so chicken noodle soup for dinner was a nice counterbalance to all the sweetness.
12/20
12/21

BigappleBritt88

36F 5’9
SW - 175.8
GW - 155

Backstory

In 2022 I was around 157lbs with 24% bf. Was definitely in the “best shape” of my adult life then. Since then I started a new career working from home as a developer. Have moved away from my family for fiancés job. We’ve moved several times to various states in the short time span. Welcomed two puppies into the mix. Lots of changes. Lots of time spent at home. Lots of time spent away from family. Fell out of touch with friends. All of the adjustments and figuring out how to manage/handle more daily responsibilities and navigate through this phase of life has manifested into me gaining 20ish lbs and losing a lot of willpower, motivation, drive, positivity, etc that I once thrived on. Found this challenge and it has been helping me get it back. Nothing is permanent! Looking forward to working through this.

Overall Goals and Challenges

Goals
1. Focusing on behavior and mindset. Calories have been going way over for so long I need to reel the behavior back in a healthy way.
2. Don’t give up on the day when it’s challenging. Choose to make good decisions in those moments instead of giving in.
Challenges
1. Working from home makes it easy to stress eat or just eat out of boredom/habit.
2. Sleeping less (have two puppies, a 7mo and a 11mo old) makes it hard to wake up early enough to get a good workout in or at least to feel good awaking up. Feel defeated in the motivation and drive department compared to how I was previously.

Daily, Small, Attainable Goals

1. Finish 1st 27oz water before 2pm
2. Finish 2nd 27oz water before bed
3. Alternate standing and sitting at desk every other hour during working hours.
4. Hit maintenance calories.

Past Challenge Stats

RND 279 : SW - 175.8 : EW - 176.4 : ⬆️ 0.6
RND 280 : SW - 175.7 : EW - 176.9 : ⬆️ 1.2
Total : ⬆️1.1

*weight taken in AM, notes on remainder of day
RND 281 : SW - 176.9

12/12 - 176.7
12/13 - 177.2
12/14 - 177.4
12/15 - 177.4
12/16 - 178.0
12/17 - 177.9
12/18 - 179.6
12/19 - 180.4

Gym: Thursday’s are rest days bc of work schedule

Wins: hit maintenance calories

Challenges: The previous calorie surplus is obviously making is presence known. Hard to see that. But maybe necessary to kick my butt into gear faster. Striving for maintenance calories.

12/20 -
12/21

Chapter_3

RD 281 #51

F66, 5’6” married, MawMaw Proud. Clean P:E (ProteinG> (Cg+Fg) A clean/whole food WOE- Track macros, all fitness and NSVs. I’ve had an unhealthy relationship with food my entire life.

Mission: Continuously improve daily habits that strengthen a “Healthy, Strong & Fit” identity.
#HSF 📣#bestshapeofmylife📣
#helpfulhabits #agingyounger

📣BHAG Restated: My FIRST BHAG is to hit 128xlbs on this #HSF journey and maintain a “+ or -“ 2lb range @128lbs by 1/10/2025. I want a sustainable #HSF BHAG that’s achievable with hard work & determination.

R281 Commitments TO ME:
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I am tracking these individually, and will record the “icon” only when I honor myself that day.
⚖️ 10x
📝 10x
CLEAN 300 cal deficit
P:E >1
Pg = 115g to 125g
🤸‍♂️10x
🚶‍♀️+8-10k 8x
💗Z2 60min 8x
🏋️‍♀️+20 min 6x
⏱️HIIT (sprints/plyo) 5x
📚 💦💤 7-8hrs 10x

Backstory & Progress
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Lived in 140-150s throughout adulthood. HW 172lbs in 2010. Lost 30lbs in 2014 to 128lbs. Crazy🎢 for 10years. Joined JGMTD R231 7/31/23. Lost 15lbs 8/1 -11/23. Said goodbye FOREVER to the 🎢! I’ve named my maintenance journey “#HSF” & “Healthy Strong Fit” on my way to 📣#bestshapeofmylife

👇🏻December Level Up (Down)
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I pledge to prioritize each of these #HSF choices EVERY DAY of Dec:

1. P:E: Protein g greater than 1:1 vs. Energy g. [Pg > (Cg+Fg)] (and cals = avg. maintenance).I will continue this CLEAN nutrition plan. It is supposed to support muscle gain with fat loss while 🏋🏼‍♀️🚶‍♀️🤸🏼‍♀️ ⏱️🎾. I will continue to track NSVs/macros/ activities, etc. to learn about my body.
2. 🙏📝📚🧐 - I will continue to pray, journal, research. This is my aspect of “leveling up” because I am nothing without my relationship w/Jesus Christ. I’ve also grown into loving/enjoying learning about my body & healthy aging. Replacing BAD habits w/ GOOD habits is a journey in itself. This practice helps me stay present /mindful of many decisions/ thoughts/ actions that impact not only nutrition, but improves self-talk & interactions w/others.
3. 🏋🏼‍♀️this is my biggest challenge. I still don’t like it. Not one bit. I have some days that it clicks, but it’s a daily struggle. Living “fake it till I make it”… Faking my “identity”. My hope is that some 🏋️‍♀️version eventually becomes a healthy habit. I’m working on a minimum of 10-minute “🏋🏼‍♀️snacks” 2-3x per day, 5x per round. Gosh, how I wish someone, ANYONE would have told me in my earlier years that 🏋🏼‍♀️is the key to fat-loss / maintaining - NOT cardio. I was brainwashed.
4. Healthy Aging - includes mobility, flexibility, balance and agility. While I do stretch every morning plus “stretch snacks”… I want to up this game… I added ⏱️“sprints” (which is NOW only fast jogging… 😂) and plyometrics (celebrating a 2” vertical jump) 😂. I read to “sprint” and jumping is vital to joint-health as we age…..
5. I have much “work” to do with family relationships. Won’t detail here, but it’s a challenge & my overall health will not flourish without this being acknowledged and improved. Mind, body & spirit are connected. I won’t be fully content until I reconcile this part of my life.
6. Sleep- This is a big one. I’m usually fast asleep by 8:30-9PM. I can’t stay up later…. I love getting up early. I’m good with a 5AM wake up but I want to sleep soundly through the night. Will continue to prioritize this key component to health and well-being…
7. Have fun… lighten up … & give myself permission to be spontaneous. (This is THE HARDEST)!!!!

👇🏻Review since my 1st R231 7/31/23 NSVs/Journey Reflections
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1. ✅HSF: Avg. close to 9k steps per day for 12+ mos. Not bad. It’s no longer a “daily goal” because it’s now a daily healthy habit - #HSF 👏🏻🤩 (12/11 This is down due to injury - I pledge to recommit.
2. ✅#HSF: 🤸‍♂️ Daily stretch greatly improving my attitude & confidence.
3. ✅ #HSF 📝 🙏 everyday
4. ✅#HSF: I play 🎾about 4-5x per week.
5. ✅#HSF : 💗Z2 avg 60 min/day
6. ✅#HSF : zero to 20g of net carbs/ day
7. ✅Clean P:E 110-125g Protein
8. ✅#HSF Naturally IF 18/6. Eating window=noon to 6PM. (At least 5 days/wk)
9. ✅#HSF 💦70-80oz daily
10. ✅#HSF Alcohol limited to rare occasions.
11. 💤 7 to 8 hours sleep per night is a goal. Sleep is still inconsistent the last few rounds…
12.Staying in the present moment is key to mental health and healthy choices.
13.Rotating 115g to 125g of protein per day is now a non-negotiable. In my dreams, I want to be 128- 130lbs #HSF … 😎 I want to be Healthy, Strong & Fit to live out “Chapter 3” enjoying a full range of mobility, flexibility & activities… !

Previous Daily
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12/12 Stellar. I studied my journal since R231 in preparation for this round to set realistic commitments to myself. I have 💪🏻re-committed to 🚶‍♀️step goals and 💗Z2. By far my best results over a period of time is consistency with 🚶‍♀️10k+ & 💗Z2=60 min.

Finished the day strong with 🚶‍♀️⏱️🏋️‍♀️. 📝 Icon includes 300 cal deficit, P:E Ratio 1:1 & Pg macro success. If I don’t hit all three of those measures, 🚫📝!

Love my improved tracking spreadsheet. Even though I have MFP premium, I like to SEE my daily NS commitments, all in one place side-by-side. THERE’s beauty, calm & surety in ✅✅✅s!

ngl: I was distracted yesterday and at 3:30 I had to FORCE 🤸‍♂️🚶‍♀️⏱️🏋️‍♀️. That feeling of ✅✅✅ is unmatched!

12/13 Another 💪🏻.
I missed 💗Z2 by 10 min!

“Turning thought into action is a moment of courage and clarity — worth acknowledging and celebrating!”

Each time I resist temptation/procrastination or distraction & follow through on a commitment to myself- I will celebrate! Mindfulness also includes not only present awareness, but celebrating the change of thought patterns that lead me to #HSF. Celebrate the smallest of actions…. I often say “let’s do the hard things”, and I rarely say “let’s celebrate with excitement every small decision that leads closer to achievement. Need to give myself a 🙌🏻 more often!

ONWARD!

12/14 🚫📝💗⏱️Still in a calorie deficit - only 100. Not a win according to by goals. Hit P:E and Protein 119g….💗 only 45 minutes…. Need 60min to claim it….Played two hours of tennis so not up to ⏱️… Today will 🚶🏼‍♀️‍➡️⏱️🏋🏼‍♀️💗.
Looking back over Thanksgiving and one day-long brunch with the gals…. I can honestly declare that three days of eating out of routine (not gorging) coupled with eating late causing sleep depravation was NOT WORTH the two weeks+ it has taken me to get back. And, I’m still 1lb over from mid-November. Also realize that I didn’t walk or 🎾for two weeks ….. My metabolism is slow as molasses…. Quick to gain and slow to shed. FACTS that I forgot! It’s not the “pound” per se…. It’s simply the journey to get where I want to be and for the freaking “fork” in the road…. (No pun intended) that I took to get off track…. So pleased I have recommitted! A tastebud party is just not worth the pain after!

Found a few fun “core” exercises on Instagram that I will incorporate into resistance training… Enjoying!

Read more data on the benefits of IF…. This is soundly incorporated in my routine (I haven’t mentioned in a long while). My eating window is noon to 6PM. This works for me.
Onward!

12/15 EDIT I fell back to sleep and read my morning post and realized I had a typo on weight! Fixed it.

Wonderful day yesterday with ZERO going as planned… I spontaneously headed to an estate sale and spent several hours there wasting time… was so much fun! Met DS & DGS for lunch… I 1/2 of a small cuban sandwich ... DH and I enjoyed a spontaneous date night… I was actually pretty good compared to “old me” but still too many carbs managing to hold @ maintenance… @ 1450 cals. Once again… just four hours sleep because I ate later / different than usual. Bunch of 💩 in my body… So puffy. And oh, + 2 lbs! 😖I was expecting a small uptick but not 2lbs. I should know by now that my body is subject to huge swings with eating after 6PM. All this after I had declared just yesterday that going off plan was NOT WORTH it! But … back on it today! Want to earn & see more ✅ ✅✅! Wedding one week from today.

NSV: Enjoyed the spontaneity without going off the rails and faced the ⚖️ trauma this morning with a positive attitude of determination.

12/16 much better day. I tracked all, but unintentionally skipped protein shake… PE ratio was 1.4 but only 1k cal yesterday - only 60g Protein. 🚶‍♀️🏋️‍♀️💗. Still soooo puffy. Hmmmmm … Cortisol? 💤7hrs slept better but up too early. Not commenting ⚖️ just yet because it’s inexplicable.

Upcoming Sat, Sun & Mon - dinner, wedding & our anniversary…. Picked out my “outfits” for the festivities from my closet - Not going “new” because beautiful, barely worn clothes just sitting there…. Spent FOUR hrs yesterday “styling” for each day. Pulled out generations of jewelry to style…heartwarming & delightful! Then we leave early the 25th for winter hiking. Preparing for the whirlwind! Balancing the “plan” will be a challenge but doable. I find that when I nail 🚶‍♀️early, everything else flows in-line.

12/17 My days are running together. I guess I’m too wound up to sleep. Again, only four hours… Really good day yesterday. Will have another positive today- no time to nap.
Onward!
NSV: Staying focused on nutrition and remaining “emotionally even” during this whirl-world is a victory.

12/18 Getting closer to round ⚖️goal. On feet all day- no structured walk but 🚶‍♀️9k steps doing yard work. Happened to pass by my favorite dress store & what do you know, I bought a dress for Saturday night dinner … (Impromptu wedding dinner before big day Sunday). Fun trying on clothes again!

PS - Of course, X Husband (yes, “X” not using the sugar-coated version of “First” ) — swooped in last second and is hosting a “⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️” dinner for bride & groom. I actually do like his 4th wife. 🤣. Just a little of the typical drama going on the past week. This would normally drive me to the pantry, but I’ve handled it 💪🏻. THE all-time NSV!

On TMAD today. Noon & 6pm. Protein shake between. Plenty 💦. Difficult on TMAD to get my 125g of P … If I can hit 100g daily this week I’ll be pleased. Cant claim “📝”without it…. Cant claim “💗”without structured 🚶‍♀️. But it’s all good. For the remainder of this round, nutrition & hydration are key. This challenge is my rock!

12/19 ⚖️ I’m not surprised by the scale as I’ve been loyal & vigilant. Starting to “feel” like myself again. Nutrition going as planned, but not movement. If I was super “radical”, I would plan two🏋️‍♀️sessions to reach my 6x goal. Hmmmmm 🙂 Today, I have time to 🚶‍♀️💗🏋️‍♀️. I’ve carved out time to get it done first thing this morn. This afternoon I’m taking DGS for his annual Christmas shopping to shop for his “two” families. He totals available funds, creates a budget & then he shops! Homemade Christmas cards tonight.

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R281 Hi, I’m Carolyn, and Im on an “INTEGRITY” challenge.

R281 SW ⚖️ 132.2
Goal: EW ⚖️⬇️ 131.0 (rounded!)

Morning ⚖️ & Prev Day Activity
12/12 132.2 📝🤸🏼‍♀️🚶‍♀️💗🏋️‍♀️⏱️💤
12/13 132.0 📝🤸🏼‍♀️🚶‍♀️🏋️‍♀️💤
12/14 131.8 🤸🏼‍♀️🚶🏻‍♀️💗💤
12/15 133.8 🚫
12/16 132.8 🤸‍♂️🚶‍♀️🏋️‍♀️💗💤
12/17 132.8📝🤸🏼‍♀️🚶‍♀️💗
12/18 131.4 🤸‍♂️🚶‍♀️💤
12/19 130.8 📝🤸‍♂️💤
12/20 130.4 📝🤸‍♂️🚶‍♀️💗🏋️‍♀️
12/21
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12/20 TMAD worked well yesterday. Loaded up on electrolytes. Beautiful extended 🚶‍♀️& 💗Z2 yesterday. 🏋️‍♀️for 35 min - sore this morn. The good sore.

Will do same today. IF 18:6. I’ll enjoy a huge omelet at noon and big protein @ 6PM. 💦💦💦

I’ve done well this round but the big issue is missing sleep. (Today up @ 2:45) I’m guessing that’s in-line with the upcoming weekend. Mostly on target with to-be-expected drama - nothing too crazy except the brides dress was lost in the mail. She is quite upset-shopping today to find a replacement. (I offered mine as a back-up - Lord forbid! 😂. We got a good laugh out of that one!) After the initial let down, she’s actually handling it quite well.

DGS wanted to skip our traditional Christmas haul & cards. I was disappointed but understood- He was super, super tired. We played RISK instead in front of the fire with Christmas Music … solid family time & thats what matters most. (It was actually better than the hectic holiday frenzy that was originally planned!)

NSV: Tracking on the “spreadsheet” is really going well with keeping me focused. I highly recommend for those so inclined. Those ✅s go a long way launching reflection. When I miss a ✅, it leads me stop, think, prioritize & adapt.

Another NSV: I’m finding that the daily practice of mindfulness & reflection over this past year and a half has positively changed many aspects of my chosen behaviors. It’s easier for me to step back and take stock vs mindlessly reacting. Why didn’t I embark on this journey sooner? Mind, body, spirit.
I hope everyone has a beautiful day and weekend!
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GOALS RECORD—
⚖️ 10x✅✅✅✅✅✅✅✅✅
📝 10x✅✅✅✅✅🤣
NUTRITION (all three* earn 📝)
*CLEAN cal deficit✅✅✅✅✅✅✅
*P:E >1✅✅✅✅✅✅✅✅
*Pg = 115g to 125g✅✅✅✅✅✅
🤸‍♂️10x✅✅✅✅✅✅✅✅
🚶‍♀️+8-10k 8x✅✅✅✅✅✅✅
💗Z2 60min 8x✅✅✅✅✅
🏋️‍♀️+20 min 6x✅✅✅✅
⏱️HIIT (sprints/plyo) 5x✅
📚 💦💤 7+hrs 10x✅✅✅✅✅✅

#HSF #healthyhabits
#agingyounger
#📣bestshapeofmylife

judefit1

@_JeffreyD_ : bring the scale, it's not a big deal. I had to learn not to dread getting on it, and it's become a companion to me through vacations and surgery. It's just a number, but it reminds me to pay attention to myself without judgment. Have fun in FL!!!

jspecies11

71 yo female; 5’5”
SW: 127.8# (end of round 280)
Goals: optimize health, increase strength, stamina
RGW: under 127.5#
Strategy:
Hydration 💧 64 oz minimum
Strength training 🏋️‍♀️ 5x/week - increase weights
Keep to calories/nutrition plan🥕
Move 👣 7K steps minimum daily

Round countdown: 6 until beach vacation

Showing today’s weigh in; yesterday’s success with plan.

12/12 129.4# 🏋️‍♀️
12/13 129.2# 💧🥕👣
12/14 129.0# 🏋️‍♀️🥕
12/15 129.0# 💧🏋️‍♀️🥕👣
12/16 128.6# 🏋️‍♀️🥕
12/17 129.6# 👣
12/18 129.0# 🏋️‍♀️🥕👣
12/19 128.6# 🏋️‍♀️🥕
12/20 128.4# 💧🏋️‍♀️🥕👣
Work the plan, Species, work the plan.
12/21
Thank you @quiltingjaine for keeping us accountable.

judefit1

Jude, 5’-2”, 67 YO
HW 165
CW: 129.5
I joined this group in Rnd 245 on Dec 18 2023, when I realized I was eating my way through the holidays; I finally got on the scale and was hovering just under 150 lbs. It took about 4 months to reach my goal weight of 125. Sounds great, but I’ve done this before, which is why I’m still here.
It’s not just about losing, it’s about changing the habits of a lifetime that keep me stuck in self-defeating cycles with food.

EW Rnd 280: 128.6
SW Rnd 281:

Previous rounds:

SW Rnd 245: 146.6
SW Rnd 246: 147.0
SW Rnd 247: 143.4
SW Rnd 248: 140.8
SW Rnd 249: 140.6
SW Rnd 250: 137.2
SW Rnd 251: 136.2
SW Rnd 252: 134.2
SW Rnd 253: 133.4
SW Rnd 254: 131.6
SW Rnd 255: 130.0
SW Rnd 256: 128.8
SW Rnd 257: 126.8
SW Rnd 258: 129.0 post AZ trip
SW Rnd 259: 126.0
SW Rnd 260: 124.8
SW Rnd 261: 125.2
SW Rnd 262:126.6
SW Rnd 263: 123.4
SW Rnd 264: 124.4
SW Rnd 265: 125.0 post MV trip
SW Rnd 266:125.0
SW Rnd 267: 124.0
SW Rnd 268: 125.4
SW Rnd 269: 123.8
SW Rnd 270: 125.8
SW Rnd 271: 126.2 post Italy trip
SW Rnd 272: 126.8
SW Rnd 273: 125.0
SW Rnd 274: 126.0
SW Rnd 275: 126.8
SW Rnd 276: DNW
SW Rnd 277: 127.2
SW Rnd 278: 126.6
SW Rnd 279: 127.5
SW Rnd 280: 129.5
SW Rnd 281: 127.6

This round marks my first full year in this challenge! A 2 lbs uptick doesn't sound like much, but learning to maintain my fitness means recognizing patterns. So here's my goals as I round out the year:
Goals this round:
* start building up workouts as my foot heals from surgery
* enjoy holiday baking and treats, but not to excess
* would love to achieve that "pound a round" loss, but maintaining is a must!
12/12: 127.6
12/13: 127.8
12/14: 127.4
12/15: 128.3
12/16: 128.6
12/17: 128.5
12/18: 128.1 1 year anniversary with JGMTD!
12/19: 128.3
12/20: 128.4
12/21:

12/20: Not going to worry about it. I ate well, tasted cookie dough as I baked and that's just how these days before Christmas are for me. I'm still here and still paying attention, and I"ll count that as an NSV.

Shetlandmama

I’m in for another round
My initial weight Jan 6 2024 :289.6
Cw for round 281 206.6
Gw 2 lbs

12/12 208.3
12/13 206.1
12/14 206.8
12/15 206.1
12/16 207.2
12/17 206.8
12/18 206.8
12/19 205.2
12/20 205
12/21

UTMom81

65 year old female, 5'5"
Highest Weight: 213 (in ~2005)
Lowest Weight: 143 (in ~2019)
Goal Weight: 150

RND 252: SW-191.3, EW-187.6
RND 253: SW- 187.6, EW- 185.6
RND 254: SW- 185.6, EW-181.4
RND 255: SW-181.4, EW—181.4
RND 256: SW-181.4, EW—179.4
RND 257: SW- 179.4, EW—178.4
RND 258: SW—178.4, EW-177.4
RND 259: SW- 177.4, EW- 176.6
RND 260: SW- 176.6, EW: 174.0
RND 261: SW—174.0, EW: 174.2
RND 262: SW—176, EW: 173.4
RND 263: SW—173.4, EW: 173.8
RND 264: SW—173.8, EW: 171.8
RND 265: SW—171.8, EW: 170.4
RND 266: SW—170.4, EW: 169.0
RND 267: SW—169, EW: 168.8
RND 268: SW—168.8, EW—165.4
RND 269: SW—165.4, EW—164.0
RND 270: SW—164.0, EW—163.2
RND 271: SW—163.2, EW—162.8
RND 272: SW 162.8, EW-161.4
RND 273: SW 161.4, EW—159.8
RND 274: SW—159.8, EW—158.8
RND 275: SW—158.8, EW—158.4
RND 276: SW—158.4, EW—158.2
RND 277: SW—158.2, EW—157.2
RND 278: SW—157.2, EW—156.4
RND 279: SW—156.4, EW—157.2 (Thanksgiving)
RND 280: SW—157.2, EW—156

GOALS:
*Go back to tracking everything and maintain my spreadsheet!
* At least 8000 steps each day, but hopefully over 10,000 at least 4 times during the round
* Strength training 2-3 times this next week.
* 90+ grams of protein each day.
* Drink more water!

SW RND 281—156
12/12 153.8 The salt bomb from Thai food left yesterday, so YAY! Got in a video workout late in the day since we had rain and snow.
12/13. 153.8 I really expected another drop today, but I guess one can’t be greedy! I’ll be happy I didn’t get the bounce that will probably come tomorrow now that I jinxed it. Lol. Got in a good walk with River during the pick up line at preschool. Compared to the few days before, the weather was great for walking. I have not paid enough attention to water the last couple days, so I need to be purposeful about that today. I am frantically trying to finish teacher gift quilts, so I’ve been lucky to get in 8K steps. Not sure today will be much better.
12/14 153.4 I’m absolutely amazed at how much work a water aerobics session is! I got almost 6000 steps in before 11:00 am by doing it as well as a strength training session. Water is heavy, and they use dumbbells specifically made to increase resistance in the water. Some of the stuff we do is HARD! Hubby and I are spending the evening on the town including a nice hotel downtown, so there’ll be no scales available tomorrow. Going to try to be careful, but intend to enjoy the evening as well. We haven’t done this in forever, and I chalk it up, at least in part, to the loss of 38 pounds since March. I’m wearing a slim black leather skirt, leggings, boots, and a sequined, off one shoulder top. I’m pretty excited!
12/15 No scales
12/16 154.0 Not bad for a couple of days off of my normal everything. Back to work today. Got in lots of activity Saturday and was exhausted yesterday, so called it a rest day. Not many goals met the last two days, but that’s ok too.
22/17 154.6 Made Christmas cookies yesterday, so I guess I ate too much batter! Focusing on protein and water today so hopefully tomorrow will be better.
12/18 154.6 Expected a drop this morning but it didn’t show up. Had a good day with food and water as well as a great workout at the gym. Hit all my goals. Oh well, maybe tomorrow!
12/19 152.8 There’s the drop I’ve been working for! Yay! Now if it will just hold! I am Mimicare now that DGD’s out of school until Jan. 7. Not sure how much gym time I will be able to carve out and I’m going to miss those classes if I can’t figure something out!
153.4 Gave in to some holiday treats, but didn’t eat much the rest of the day. Too many carbs, I guess. Did get to go to my workout though.
12/20
12/21

GOALS RECORD—
Tracking/Spreadsheet (every day)= 📝 📝📝📝📝📝 📝📝
Protein (goal: at least 90 g)= 🥩🥩🥩🥩🥩
Strength training (goal: 4/10 days)= 🏋🏼‍♀️🏋🏼‍♀️🏋🏼‍♀️
Steps (goal: over 8k EVERY day)= 👣 👣👣👣👣👣 👣👣
Steps (goal: 10k 4/10 days)= 🌟🌟🌟
Water (goal: not numerical, but concerted effort)= 💦💦💦💦 💦💦

SModa61

Round 281
Dec 12 -22, 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 two grandsons. We have two parents, 87(mother), 85(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 (father has since passed and I am DPOA, Personal representative AKA executor, trustee, and oversee the majority of my mother’s care). 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
Round 248 127.0 1/16/24 Harry 10 lb 8.5 oz Han Solo 11 lb 14.5 oz
Round 249 128.6 1/26/24 Harry 10 lb 10.5 oz Han Solo 11 lb 14 oz
Round 250 125.8 2/5/24 Harry 11 lb .5 oz Han Solo 11 lb 15 oz.
Round 251 127.2 2/15/24 Harry 11 lb 1.5 oz Han Solo 11 ln 15 oz
Round 252 128.0 2/25/24 Harry 11 lb 5.5 oz Han Solo 12 lb
Round 253 128.6 3/6/24 Harry 11 lb 6.5 oz Han Solo 12 lb
Round 255 127.8 3/26/24 Harry 11 lb 8 oz Han Solo 12 lb .5 oz
Round 256 127.4 4/5/124 Harry 11 lb 8 Han Solo 12 lb 1 oz
Round 257 126.4 4/15/24 Harry 11 lb 11 oz Han Solo 12 lb .5 oz
Round 258 127.0 4/15/24 Harry 11 lb 7.5 oz Han Solo 11 ln 15 oz
Round 259 127.0 5/7/24 Harry 11 lb 7.5 oz Han Solo 12 lb .5 oz
Round 260 missed the round, though I weighed almost every day
Round 261 129.8 5/25/24
Round 262 131.0 6/4/24 Harry 11 lb 9.5 oz Han Solo 12 lb 1.5 oz
Round 263 132.2 6/14/24 Harry 11 lb 7.5 oz Han Solo 11 lb 15 oz
Round 264 missed
Round 265 135.2 7/4/24 Harry 11 lb 5 oz Han Solo 11 lb 15.5
Round 266 134.8 7/14/24 Harry 11 lb 5.5 oz Han Solo 12 lb .5 oz
Round 267 133.6 7/24/24 Harry 11 lb 5 oz Han Solo 12 lb 2 oz
Round 268 Missed
Round 269 137.6 8/14/24 Harry 11 lb 5.5 oz Han Solo 12 lb 1 oz
Round 270 135.8 8/23/24
Round 271 135.6 9/2/24
Round 272 134.8 9/12/24 Harry 11lb 2.5 oz Han Solo 12lb 1.5 oz
Round 273 135.0 9/22/24
Round 274 132.8 10/2/24 Harry 11 lb 3.5 oz Han Solo 12 lb 2 oz
Minka 11 lb 5.5 oz Milo 14 lb
Round 275 135.2 10/12/24 Harry 11 lb 0 oz Han solo 12 lb 2 oz
Minka 11 lb 5 oz Milo 14 lb .5 oz
Round 276 134.4 (late number 10/24/24)
Round 277 135.2 11/1/24 Harry 11 lb 2.5 oz Han Solo 12 lb 3 oz
Round 281 135.4

SW: 135.4

Day/Weight/Comment

12/12 – 135.4 Absolutely a miracle number. I have stepped on the scale here and there in my absence, and I have seen some other less pleasant numbers. I was truly shocked this morning when I prepared for a check in. Goal this round is just to get back to tracking and giving myself that little bit of time each day. I would rather succeed at that than pick a lofty goal when I am already struggling to focus again.

12/13 – 135.4 Checking in way late in the day. Not when I would normally prefer. But I did not miss/skip a day. That is a win or sorts!

12/14 – 135.0 did not track yesterday, but did not do any crazy binges. It is so interesting how habits that can be “easy” for me, like tracking, can turn into something I struggle with. Currently, I am just trying to limp along until I make it down to Florida. I head there for 4 months right around new years. Meanwhile, I need to have my mother and her aids square away for my absence. Get my home in order to be left alone. Host x-mas for 15, which I cook for extensively, and just general holiday stuff.

Currently, once in Florida, my friend “susan” is going to introduce me to the gym she uses three times a week. Another friend “renee” likes yoga, and I have promised to try some classes during the times she is down there. I’ll have my walking group for in the morning (but that seems to be falling apart a bit). When I get home in May, I will be shopping for my mother of the groom dress, so whatever happens in those 4 months will be deciding.

Has anyone tried the habitnest books? I’ve asked for the weight training one as an xmas gift. Supposed to have like 67 completely defined gym workouts. It sounds like a great way to re-introduce myself to the gym (yes, I have used all sorts of weights in my past).

12/15 – 134.6 another late day posting

12/16 – 136.0 Odd. Yesterday had been reasonable, while previous days, so go. Was not where I expected the uptick. Anyhow, I reported in and the day is not over!! A win!! See you in a few hours.

12/17 – 135.4 Haha! Full circle for me. I’m not yet tracking

12/18 – 135.8 Gotta just get to 2025!

12/19 – 136.0

12/20 – 137.4 Totally unexpected!

12/21 –
12/22 -

Vanguard1

RND 281
My Round 2
SW RND 280- 247.4
Goals
Fast at least 16 hours for 8 out of 10 days
Increase water intake

12/12- 239.4
12/13- 238.4- Quick 10 minute TRX workout, walked around the block.
12/14-238.8
12/15- 241.6 -Uh oh, wrong way
12/16- 241.2
12/17- 239.8- right direction again!!
12/18- 239- Quick stength workout yesterday, Im not doing a lot yet, just trying to get the habits in place by the New Year
12/19- 238.4- I fasted well this entire session, but my nutrition on the weekends always seems to slack. I am concentrating on keeping it on track this week. I think snacking during football is my biggest downfall, so I am really going to watch that this weekend.
12/20- 238.4 Dumbell workout yesterday, fasted for 18 hours, ready for the weekend!!
12/21

cyndiemi

Round 281
December 12, 2024 - 22, 2024

My Round 2
HW 222 in 2017
GW 130

Goals this session:
1. Keep net carbs below 30—I know, not sustainable; however, it is useful for short periods
2. Record all dietary intake
3. Lose one pound in ten days—during the holiday season.


Date
12/12 151.2 Up from yesterday ☹ but lower than 10 days ago 😊
12/13 151.1 on plan
12/14 150.2 Stayed on plan
12/15 150.0 Stayed on plan
12/16 150.2 Carbs were too high/calories on plan
12/17 150.4 Calories were too high/carbs were on plan. Too many doctors appointments this week for the three of us. ugh
12/18 150 On plan yesterday
12/19 150
12/20 149.8
12/21

Skyleen75

I enjoy reading everyone’s posts with my morning coffee.

Highest weight 242 lbs
Lowest weight 142 lbs (2019)
Re-start JGMTD Feb 2024 @ 204 lbs

Round 280 End Weight 169.8

12/12 171.0
12/13 170.2
12/14 DNW
12/15 DNW
12/16 171.0
12/17 170.6
12/18 170.6
12/19 DNW
12/20 172.4 Oops!!!! This is a short bloat bump from eating junk all day and not moving all day. I pulled a muscle in my side. Really hoping this is a short time on the injured list but it could be a few weeks. For me to not be able to workout every day is a bummer.
I wallowed a bit yesterday and the scale shows it. Woke up with a better mindset today. I’m going to see my sports massage therapist to get taped up this morning. Then I just have to wait and see.

I do have to agree with @blueberries59 about health advice from online sources. I don’t go down those rabbit holes.
I’m kind of just on my own path.

capewrathultra

RND 277: 220.8 lbs → 221.8 lbs (↑1.0 lb)
RND 278: 221.8 lbs → 221.6 lbs (↓0.2 lb)
RND 279: 221.6 lbs → 225.0 lbs (↑3.4 lb)
RND 280: 225.0 lbs → 225.2 lbs (↑0.2 lb)
****
SW RND 281 (12/11/24): 225.2 lb
GW RND 280 (12/21/24): 222.0 lb

12/12: 226.6 lbs
12/13: 228.4 lbs
12/14: 225.6 lbs
12/15: 227.4 lbs
12/16: 228.0 lbs
12/17: 226.4 lbs
12/18: 226.0 lbs
12/19: 224.2 lbs
12/20: 225.0 lbs
12/21:

Comment (12/20/24):
"Under" on calories and STILL gain? CICO may be the driving force behind weight-loss, but there ARE other factors... 🙌

desolate_angel

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

END WT RND 247: 177.4 (80.5 kg)
END WT RND 248: 175.1 (79.4 kg)
END WT RND 249: 173.4 (78.7 kg)
END WT RND 250: 170.6 (77.4 kg)
END WT RND 251: 167.8 (76.1 kg)
END WT RND 252: 166 (75.3 kg)
END WT RND 253 162.9 (73.9 kg)
END WT RND 254 163 (73.9 kg)
END WT RND 255 161 (73 kg)
END WT 256: DNF
ST WT 278: 166 (75.3 kg)
END WT 278: 160.3 (72.7 kg)
END WT 279: 158.5 (71.9 kg)
END WT 280: 156.5 (71 kg)

Fell off the challenge bandwagon in round 256, managed to keep losing weight until June 12th when I hit 155.9 (70.7 kg). I fell off the weight loss wagon shortly after. Decided to start back up the day before Round 278 started.

SW RND 281: 156.5 (71 kg)
12/12- 157.2 (71.3 kg) Back on track today. An upswing as I anticipated, but honestly I feel like 156.5 was an outlier too. Husband is back from his work trip and we did some Christmas light watching tonight.
12/13- 157 (71.2 kg) Hmm, my brother and his fiancee want to go out to dinner with us tonight. They've been wanting to go out together since their engagement 2 months ago, but it just hadn't happened. I think I'll be aiming for maintenance tonight.
12/14-157.2 (71.3 kg)
12/15- 156.8 (71.1 kg) I completely spaced posting last night. Thought I was almost done with Christmas shopping at least then thought to update the list I made. We have 19 family members to shop for not counting ourselves and each of our work's Secret Santas. I had forgotten 2 family members and still not sure what they're getting. Not quite done with my Secret Santa gift and my husband still needs to get his. I have 3 stocking stuffer type things for my coffee group to finish for our meet-up Tuesday, plus my team also does something outside the Secret Santas (I work with a bunch of people whose love language is gifts). I've made a good dent this weekend, but thank goodness there's 8 more days before Christmas Eve. We did see more Christmas lights last night, and took the dog on two walks today. I think I will sleep well tonight.
12/16- 156.1 (70.8 kg) I went to North 40 to get some dog food after work since they were having 15% off everything in the store and 25% off clothing and toys. It was packed, and they were circulating trays of cookies and mini cream puffs. I am a sucker for cream puffs and had seconds. I was tempted to ask what store they bought said cream puffs from so I could procure my own stash, but wisdom prevailed.
12/17- 154.9 (70.3 kg) Whoosh! this morning. Followed by dinner out with my coffee friends tonight. I decided to eat very light for lunch in anticipation of dinner. This time it backfired on me because I stayed hungry most of the day and most of my self control went out the window at the restaurant. I think next time I'll eat a little more at lunch or have a snack before if I'm still hungry so I think with my head and not my stomach.
12/18- 155.5 (70.5 kg) 5 more days to Christmas Eve, 3.5 more days of work before Christmas. I cannot believe how quickly the month has flown.
12/19- 155.3 (70.4 kg) Work had a cookie Christmas party today, so chicken noodle soup for dinner was a nice counterbalance to all the sweetness.
12/20- 155.6 (70.6 kg) I'd love to finish out the year below 155 but I am enjoying the holidays along the way, so I'm trying to think of it as a bonus if I reach it and not a hard goal to pass or fail.
12/21

capewrathultra

Skyleen75 wrote: »

I enjoy reading everyone’s posts with my morning coffee.

Highest weight 242 lbs
Lowest weight 142 lbs (2019)
Re-start JGMTD Feb 2024 @ 204 lbs

Round 280 End Weight 169.8

12/12 171.0
12/13 170.2
12/14 DNW
12/15 DNW
12/16 171.0
12/17 170.6
12/18 170.6
12/19 DNW
12/20 172.4 Oops!!!! This is a short bloat bump from eating junk all day and not moving all day. I pulled a muscle in my side. Really hoping this is a short time on the injured list but it could be a few weeks. For me to not be able to workout every day is a bummer.
I wallowed a bit yesterday and the scale shows it. Woke up with a better mindset today. I’m going to see my sports massage therapist to get taped up this morning. Then I just have to wait and see.

I do have to agree with @blueberries59 about health advice from online sources. I don’t go down those rabbit holes.
I’m kind of just on my own path.

Never take medical advice from a vitamin salesperson... 🙌

Blueberries59

Me - Meg, 5'5", 65, desk job, moderate daily exerciser
Daily Calories @ 1620 for one pound per round!
GOAL #3 128 LBS

December is the toughest month of the year. Others are July, January, September, April,
November, May, March, June, October, August, and February". ~ Mark Twain

ROUND 281
12/12 – DNW Ski Camp
12/13 – DNW Ski Camp
12/14 – DNW Ski Camp
12/15 – 133.5 AFP Yoga
12/16 – 132.4 AFP Yoga, Noon Body Pump class
12/17 – 132.8 Swim
12/18 – 132.4 AFP Yoga
12/19 – 132.7 Swimming
12/20 – 132.7 Noon trainer

Yesterday I had a perfect eating day, till dinner. We went out with DD and DGS. I didn’t fall apart, but I didn’t tow the line, either. I ate 2 white bread yeast rolls and more than half of my order. That, plus the salt bump is not conducive to weight loss. Today’s eating diary is preplanned and I hope to stick with it, just for today. I know I will be pleased with myself if I do.

Have a good day!

astroamy

Almost forgot to weigh this morning. So I was going to starting eating a few more calories through the holiday season. I am struggling a bit with that, its like I have this fear if I eat more I'll go overboard. I think I will make the goal today of pre-logging and eating right up to my higher calorie goal.

USW:241
UGW: 180

Goal (logging and weighing through mid January): 8/35

SW: 206.4
12/12 - 206.2 walking
12/13 - 205.2 cycling
12/14 - 204.6 walking
12/15 - 204.6 cycling
12/16 - 205 walking
12/17 - 205.4 cycling
12/18 - 205.0 walking
12/19 - 204.6 walking
12/20 - 204.0 cycling
12/21 -

quiltingjaine

@Chapter_3 In Dr. Fung’s Complete Guide to Fasting there is a LITTLE info about dry fasting.

quiltingjaine

Female 5’1” Age 74 years
*Travel - no scale part of the time
HWE 197.0 (2/2008)
Weight on 1/17/17 174.5
OGW 137 (set by WW 2008, WW goal 1985 was 126) UGW was 125 (HS weight) Started LCHF/Keto 7/17/2017 (mid round 10)


👍👍This is NOT A DIET. It’s a LIFESTYLE👍👍

Rnd 7 167.0 to Rnd 17 155.5
To Rnd 27 146*
To Rnd 37 139.0
To Rnd 47 133.5*
To Rnd 57 131.5
To Rnd 67 128.0
To Rnd 77 125.0
To Rnd 87 121.0*
To Rnd 97 121.0
To Rnd 107 122.0
To Rnd 117 116.0
To Rnd 127 117.0
To Rnd 137 117.0
To Rnd 147 116.0 🙌
To Rnd 157 115.5
To Rnd 167 119.4
To Rnd 177 118.3
To Rnd 187 120.0
To Rnd 197 121.5
To Rnd 207 123.5
To Rnd 217 126.5
To Rnd 227 127.5
To Rnd 237 128.0
To Rnd 247 135.5
To Rnd 257 134.5
To Rnd 267 132.5
Rnd 268 132.0
Rnd 269 132.5 AW 133.0
Rnd 270 133.0 AW 132.7
Rnd 271 132.0 AW (8d) 132.93
Rnd 272 131.0 AW (4d) 132.37
Rnd 273 131.0 AW 133.4
Rnd 274 133.5 AW 133.1
Rnd 275 133.0 AW 134.0
Rnd 276 134.0 AW 133.8
Rnd 277 133.0 AW 133.1
Rnd 278 133.5 AW 133.45
Rnd 279 133.5 AW 134.6
Rnd 280 135.0 AW 135.6

We ALL have good rounds and bad but that is part of life. Don’t stay away, stay accountable. We don’t judge, we support.-Jpv,2/13/19

What we need to succeed is a sustainable way of eating, not a DIET we go on and off.

This is NOT A DIET. It’s a LIFESTYLE.

We are unstoppable not because we do not have failures but because we continue on despite them. - paraphrase of original quote by Beau Taplin

Up and down - just riding the waves of life. 🌊 🏄‍♀️ (My new mantra-3/19/22)

"Do or do not. There is no try." -Yoda

Comments pertain to previous day

SW Rnd 281 135.5
12/12 135.5 Pleased with holding my own after fried chicken thigh and a Fat Boy ice cream sandwich at community bingo. Skipped the sweetened Cole slaw and Hawaiian rolls a margarine. I made myself a low carb peppermint martini.
12/13 136.0 Went out for pizza with friends. Their favorite for Chicago pizza in Vegas. The crust (which used to be my favorite part, was tasteless and thick) why didn’t I just eat the toppings like I did when I started LC/HF? Get your head on straight, Jaine!
BTW, thank you for the tip of drinking hot water! I tried it last night and it was quite good! Now I can cut down on coffee which I just heard could go up $1/pound in the next few months!
12/14 136.0 Just hanging in here. I’m okay with it.
12/15 135.0 Great Greek yesterday-side salad and 5 oz of steak, 1 T NSA peanut butter in the evening
12/16 135.5 1/2 “Italian” scramble - Egg, veg and cheese and 1 slice of not very sourdough for OMAD yesterday for brunch.
12/17 135.5
12/18 136.0 Our refrigerator is preparing to die, making a slow knocking sound. The ice maker and water quit a couple of years ago. This afternoon there are 2 HOA board meetings so it’s a busy day.
12/19 136.5 UGH Community dinner tonight. Going now for manicure. DH just told me to go buy something new to wear tonight. I hate clothes shopping.
12/20 138.5 Not at all like surprised. Olive Garden is not low carb, no matter what you get. I had fasted all day. I got lots of steps trying to find something new to wear. I just wish the batteries for my watch would arrive!

MizDailey

@BigappleBritt88 I think the Ancient Nutrition is okay! Flavor wise, I've been enjoying Truvani chocolate protein powder because it only have a few ingredients. It's also made with a lot of ground chia seeds, so if you blend the truvani for about 2 minutes in a blender, it will get creamy and frothy even though it's dairy free. ... The one thing I LOVE about the Ancient Nutrition is that the added adaptogens seem to really make a difference in my body with things like inflammation and sustained energy throughout the day. I use Kettle & Fire Bone broth when I'm craving it.

pezhed

Hello again, JGMTD crew! I'm Amanda, 39F/5'2" in Virginia

R281 SW: 127.8
R281 GW: 126.8
Planning to hit my 10-pound milestone at 127.4 this round!

NS GOALS:
🏃🏻‍♀️ 7/10 days
🏋🏻‍♀️ lift 3/10 days
🚫 no drinking 5/10 days
📝 track food 7/10 days
✔️core workout 10/10 days
(tracked for the previous day)

Previous days' monologues:

12/12 - 128.6 🏃🏻‍♀️✔️ Not off to a good start on or off of the scale, but I did do some speed work on the tread and did a great 10-minute core for runners Peloton class yesterday. With DH being so stressed I've offered to walk the dogs and take care of dinner every day this week, but I'm kind of regretting it today. I'm supposed to do my long slow run today as well. I'm getting a bit more visibility at work right now so I'm going to have to rearrange my training schedule so that these ever-increasing long runs are on the weekend after the holidays. I think I can ride out Thursdays for a couple more weeks, though. I like not having to sacrifice half of a weekend day with my boys to running. Shockingly, after we get back from Puerto Rico on the 7th, the race will be in only THREE WEEKS. Whoa. By then I'll be approaching tapering my training load. Time sure is speeding by. I was hoping to get to my weight loss goal by then and start bulking/lifting heavy but we shall see.

12/13 - 128.4 🏃🏻‍♀️✔️ Today I will track again. I am REALLY out of the habit. I did my 8 mile run yesterday and slightly hurt my foot by stepping on some uneven terrain. It's already much better than last night, but I will skip my scheduled run today to make sure it's all better. I may go to the gym and row for some lower impact cardio and strength training. I usually just go to my basement, but I think they got a new sauna since I last went. This is all contingent on having a productive morning at work, so off I go!

12/14 - 127.4 🏋🏻‍♀️✔️📝 Wahoo! 10 pounds down since my restart! Already not off to a great start with tracking today - had some odds and ends at the farmers market this morning and no proper breakfast. Planning to pull it together to avoid total upheaval of progress this weekend. Mostly a rest day today other than my core workout I’ll do shortly.

12/15 - 128.6 ✔️📝 Just bouncing around here. Yesterday I ended up taking the dogs on a decent walk and doing a 5-minute core workout. I tracked everything and went over by about 800, so I know it wasn’t a pound’s worth of calories. Today I have to run for an hour. Will be on the treadmill since it’s icy and rainy today. Cookie baking day, too. I’ll have to be careful with the taste testing!

12/16 - 128.4 ✔️🏃🏻‍♀️ Not bad for a Monday! It was an okay weekend. I drank more than I should have and had more carbs than I should have. Saturday I woke up already overwhelmed/overstimulated and just could not get myself out of it despite being fully self-aware about it. Ended in a petty fight with DH when I had a severe protein shortage. Yesterday was a much better day emotionally. Made sugar cookies with the kids and then had some quality time with girlfriends in the evening. Lots of discussion of enneagram types. I'd never found mine out but I am firmly a 9 (peacemaker, avoiding conflict at all costs until I explode LOL). Today is a run day and I'm going to do OMAD. Happy Monday, all!

12/17 - 128.8 ✔️🏃🏻‍♀️🚫📝 Well, I did all the things yesterday except actually maintain a calorie deficit. I reported here I was going to do OMAD but instead I had a late lunch around 2 and then at 5 had a pack of nabs, ugh. Not sure why I was so hungry. Then DH served me up a huge plate of leftover lasagna and I devoured EVERY BITE. I was uncomfortably full afterward but I still had a plate of salad anyway to get in some greens. Between yesterday's overage and Sunday's overage I'm at a half pound of legitimate gained weight. I hit my 10-pound loss and bounced right back up. Today is going to be better - I'm determined!

12/18 - 128.8 🏋🏻‍♀️🏃🏻‍♀️✔️🚫 Not quite giving myself credit for tracking yesterday as I had some splurges later in the day in an indeterminate amount. I'm trying not to get discouraged but my goal for this round is looking increasingly distant. I already ate some cookies today and so far nothing else. Going to have to get some protein in my body shortly or else I'll really go off the rails. Also planning to pound water to flush myself out. No planned workouts today other than a dog walk and core. Feeling blah, which is fitting with the weather here today.

12/19 - 128.8 ✔️🚫 Man, cookie season is upon me. My cookie eating leads to all-things-sugar cravings and even the best day can unravel at the end. I really have to get it together if I don't want to undo all of my progress.

12/12 - 128.6 🏃🏻‍♀️✔️
12/13 - 128.4 🏃🏻‍♀️✔️
12/14 - 127.4 🏋🏻‍♀️✔️📝
12/15 - 128.6 ✔️📝
12/16 - 128.4 ✔️🏃🏻‍♀️
12/17 - 128.8 ✔️🏃🏻‍♀️🚫📝
12/18 - 128.8 🏋🏻‍♀️🏃🏻‍♀️✔️🚫
12/19 - 128.8 ✔️🚫

12/20 - 129.6.

A well-deserved gain. It's a wonder I'm even checking in today, so I'll consider that my victory. I spent all day yesterday baking for teacher gifts to send with the kids today and over-indulged in said baked goods. Then we went out for Mexican dinner and I had a margarita and plenty of cheese dip on my "salad".

I have to walk the dogs and do a long run today, and I really, really want to lift weights. It's my last day to create Christmas magic, though, so I have to assemble the Hot Wheels set Santa is bringing my older son. I already went on my stocking stuffer shopping spree so at least that's done! I don't have a ton of work to do at least.

12/21

MizDailey

Yesterday went in the blink of an eye. I'm beginning to understand that if I don't put side a good 30 minutes just to address what I'm eating for the day, and when, then I slip into some funky patterns. I think I'm going to begin building in a regular food tracking pattern and time each day. That has worked in the past.

Things are good though! :-) I laughed a ton yesterday, spent some very fun time with my family, and didn't log food in myfitnesspal but did keep that log in my head so I was able to update it this morning. Learning a lot over this round (my first round ever) about my habits.

Tomorrow is the winter solstice, which means that tonight is the longest night of the year. Very dark skies. Gonna take my Vitamin D.

🌺 Dailey


Round 281 Goals:
1. To get back into drinking water.
2. To log every day.
3. To laugh more this week.

Round 281: "Birthday Health"
12/12 218 lb
12/13 218.0 lb
12/14 217.2 lb
12/15 216.4 lb
12/16 forgot to record
22/17 216.4 lb
12/18 216.4 lb
12/19 216.2 lb
12/20 216.2 lb
12/21

itladyee

Hi, I'm Charissa, losing the battle but still fighting the war!

Thank you, QuiltingJaine, for keeping us focused in 2024! 
I'm gearing up mentally and physically for 2025
With 3 weeks left, I am focusing on reinforcing good habits and introducing a few more to take me into the new year.

Opening Comments

I'm ending another year NOT where I want to be, actually slightly higher  (right now)and that's not a good thing.
BUT ~ I fear to think where I might be had I just thrown in the towel completed.
My goal for the remainder of 2024 is to get to my starting weight for 2024, and that will be two years in a row, which is a wash.
Putting all into perspective - maintaining is a WIN
In the last 27 years, I have
* Lost 4 times  (2 were in the last 5 years, which answers the question of what if I didn't even try!)
* Maintained 2 times
* Gained 21 times

2024... my motto(s) -  All the things I need to read daily!!!
🏋🏾‍♀️ Don't think, just do it!!
Eat well 🥗to Live Well 🚢✈️🧳
H2O - Make it Flow 💦💦💦
Lose weight in the kitchen ⚖️, get fit in the gym🏋🏾‍♀️
Note to Self: Alcohol kills weight loss as the focus is burning alcohol calories and not fat calories!🚫🍷
Goals this round:
Resuming structure~Goals and Targets
🚶🏽- Closing my rings M-S
🏋️‍♀️- Strength training  3x/week
🍎- Tracking/Under Calorie Budget > Plan for 1250 - Flex for 400 = 1650  (1250 - 1650) with small frequent meals
✅ - Macros - hit Protein > Plan for 150.  100 is acceptable.  (100 - 150)
💧- Water - 50 oz minimum
⬇️- Downward trend

Stats and Previous Rounds

63 y/o female
OSW 2022-03 230.3
1SW 2023-01 221.8
1SW 2024-01 223.4
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HW: 230.3
CW: 226.4 12/11/2024
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Abbreviated Round History

Round 210/1 SW: 221.8 EW: 220.6   (01/02/2023)
Round 246/37  SW: 223.4 EW: 219  (01/06/2024)
Round 283/74 SW:
Last  3 Rounds
Round 278 - SW 224.5 EW:  225.6⬆️  New Scale
Round 279 - SW 225.6 EW: 226.4 ⬆️
Round 279 - SW 225.6 EW: 226.4 ➡️⬅️

Weight Tracker 2024

2024 Start 223.6
Jan 215 ⬇️
Feb 215.4 ⬆️
Mar 219.2 ⬆️
Apr 218.4 ⬇️
May 220.4 ⬆️
Jun 222.2 ⬆️
Jul 222.2➡️
Aug 223.4 ⬆️
Sep  224.4 ⬆️ Goal, reverse the upward trend
Oct 223.6 ⬇️❤️
Nov 226.4 ⬆️ last known weight)
Dec

5 Goals/10 days!
🚶🏽🏋️‍♀️🍎✅💧⬇️
SW RND 279 - 226.4
Dates = Weight ; Comments regarding prior day.
12/12 DNW
12/13 227.7 ~ urgh.... late night snacking, albeit popcorn, is the culprit. My mind is already looking to 2025 and that's not good. And it's cold too....hibernation....with comfort foods!! NOOOOOOOOOO!
12/14 DNW ~ it's not going to be pretty. Have a Christmas party this afternoon...the good part is it's an afternoon party so maybe I can burn off some of the excess before going to bed.
12/15 DNW
12/16 228.7 
12/17 228.5
12/18 DNW
12/19 DNW
12/20 227.5 ~ I’m baking cookies today with the Grandson. Going to simply enjoy the day.
12/21

@judefit1 ~ Happy Anniversary!!!

@chapter_3

Years ago, I learned to repeat that Bible verse, [ I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.], 10x- in a row- each time emphasizing the next successive word. Each rendition inspires a different interpretation and impactful prayer. Powerful. 

I LOVE This!!!