MY 100 POUND JOURNEY
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Awesome, Brian. 80 lbs gone in one year. That’s so cool.
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Jules, you’re progressing very well. You lost 32 lbs in only 2 1/2 months. You should be proud of yourself. That’s quite an accomplishment. At the rate you’re going, you’ll probably reach your short-term weight goal of 275 by the first week in August. I wouldn’t be surprised. 😀 👍
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Starting Weight: 286.2 lbs (6 / 1 / 2024)
Past Weight: 207.6 lbs
Current Weight: 206.0 lbs
Down 1.6 lbs
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Exercise💦: 13 hours this week
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Awesome. Keep on going, Mr. Cool. You’re almost there. 👏2 -
Weighed in at 306lbs, so the gain is now all done 🤗
I've got 299 in my sights again, lets do this!4 -
You're right to be proud, that's amazing, well done 👏
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Today’s weigh in-
Starting weight: 317.6 lbs
Current weight: 284.6 lbs
Only .8 lbs down from last week. For a total weight loss of 33lbs.
While I’m not thrilled about such a low amount lost, it still is in the right direction! I was a little worried this week because I went away for a girl’s weekend, had a few alcoholic drinks, and strayed from my diet more than I’d like to. I kept getting my exercise in so at least I didn’t gain weight this week! This upcoming week my goal is to stay in line with my diet, work out really hard and lose over 4.6lbs and say goodbye to the 280’s forever!!!5 -
yay! Jen. You’re done with the gain, and 299 is now in sight. 👏2 -
You’re doing great Jules, you really are. You still lost a little weight even after having a girls night out. 🍸️
You’re still heading in the right direction. You can say goodbye to the 280’s. 👋🏼
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Starting Weight: 286.2 lbs (6 / 1 / 2024)
Past Weight: 206.0 lbs
Current Weight: 205.4 lbs
Down .6 lb
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Exercise💦: 10 hours this week
[I would have rather switched YESTERDAY's weight (204.8 lbs) for today! Because I didn't overeat, I know it's just a little more water 'sloshing' around my middle, that didn't get evaporated overnight !!! 🤨]
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I can definitely emphasis. I have an official weigh-in day, and a few times my weight has been higher on that day that other times during the week, and its so tempting to count the lower weight!
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Weighed in at 304lbs! 5lbs away from 299!
I don't know that I'll get there by July 4th, which was the plan, but I guess its an arbitrary date as I'm British and don't celebrate anything on that date, haha.
I'm seeing my folks in late July, for the first time in 3 years, and I know I'll be below 300 by then, so I'm just gonna keep working at it.5 -
Current weight: 244.0 lbs
Highest weight: 260 lbs (2013)
Ultimate goal weight: 150 lbs
Steps to goal weight: 220 - 180 - 150 lbs
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Jenni, in August, you’ll be an official member of the 200 club. How exciting! 🤗
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Hi, Monika. Sensible plan.Take off a Chunk at a time. Set several short-term goals. I like that.2 -
You’re making great progress Brian.Don’t get discouraged.
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I don't usually post my updates until Monday, but...
I DID IT!!!
Just did my official weigh-in, and I am at 298.5lbs!!!
🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳
I haven't been in the 200s for so long, I'm elated!
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LETS GOOOOOO!!!
I’m so proud of you! Say goodbye to those 300’s forever 💪 keep up the good work 😁3 -
Today’s weigh in-
Starting weight: 317.6 lbs
Current weight: 284.8 lbs
Up .2lbs from last week. I want to cry, I am so frustrated. I thought this was going to be a good week because I have upped how far I’ve been running in the gym from 3.1 to 3.5 miles, been eating well, going on extra walks to get all my steps in, was very active over the weekend & I gained weight????? Ugh it’s so infuriating. These past 2 weeks have been so slow for me on progress and it makes no sense to me because I’m not sure how much more I can be doing to lose weight it feels like I am already doing so much but the results aren’t showing 😭
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Could the gain be a temporary one, caused by upping the exercise? Maybe your body is holding on to water a bit more?
There'll definitely be weeks like that for us all, but you're doing amazingly well.
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My name is Pat, have used MFP on and off for years. I weigh 369 pounds…..goal is to just lose and not worry about the end result at this point! I'm 71 years old with two daughters (and their spouses), two grandchildren and five great grandchildren. I live in Michigan and am embarrassingly sedentary. So tired of living this way. I have been fat since 1968
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Two thoughts: Are you watching your portion size? I eat healthy as well, but am bad in staying within my "allotted" portion for protein, carbs, etc. at each meal. Are you drinking enough water? It's a pain, but the more 0-calorie water-based beverages you consume, the easier the pounds come off. Because of my past edema in my legs, I also take a daily diuretic pill which helps keep off the "water weight".
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First of all sorry about my lack of activity on here, but reading the posts since I was last on here everyone seems to be doing ok.
I guess the reason for not being in here has been the lack of weight loss achieved since Tuesday 10 June.
I hit 2 major plateaus since. First was on 256lbs and now a second on 250lbs.
Meaning I’ve only lost 10lbs since 10 June. I know that is a significant weight loss and I should be grateful and I know my clothes are starting to hang on me and people have commented on my appearance.
I have kept up my diet and exercise regime diligently since I was last on.
Still no alcohol or sweets, I skip breakfast and have a light lunch and a slightly larger dinner.
The hunger pangs have more or less left me.
I have upped my exercise to on average 2 20 min walks a day and have got a dedicated gym routine going.
30 x 5kg standing arm curls10 squats (holding onto the barbell for support)
30 x 20kg barbell bench press
30 x40kg leg extension
30 x 5kg standing arm raises to the side
10 squats (holding onto the barbell for support)
30 x 20kg barbell bench press
30 x 40kg leg extension
30 x 5kg standing arm raises out front10 squats (holding onto the barbell for support)
30 x 20kg barbell bench press
30 x 40kg leg extension
finish with 50 x 50kg double arm curl using the leg extension on the weights bench.
This routine has helped me stay focused and I dread it less than before.
Another big issue I have is the lack of bowel movements have. I only go every 3 days and I know this isn’t good.
I’ve done some research on this with no real success and have just today looked at the plateau issue as well but I seem to be doing everything right.
Any advice on these issues would be appreciated.I’m going to try and visit here more often.
I wish everyone else in this challenge the very best in the coming week.3 -
I really feel your pain.
My weight loss has been slow and has mysteriously went up on consecutive days but I keep on going.
Maybe your clothes fit better - have you tried measuring your waist etc?
I put on my belt last night and I had gone down two holes in a month2 -
Jenni, you lost 5 lbs in only about 3 days. Show-off!
At this rate, you’ll easily weigh 290 by August 1. I’m so Jealous, I can taste it. But that’s okay. It’s not your fault. I deserve to be Jealous if I can’t keep up with you. I was ahead of you cupcake, now I’m behind. Gotta ketchup. 🍅1 -
Starting Weight: 286.2 lbs (6 / 1 / 2024)
Past Weight: 205.4 lbs
Current Weight: 204.2 lbs
Down 1.2 lbs
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Exercise💦: 7 hours this week
[Firstly, my exercise went down, because I upped the resistance to "8" (the last setting = most resistance) and it's hard work and wears me out faster! Eventually I'll get used to this setting and do more time on the bike. I'm pleased that I lost at least a pound this past week. While I've been eating healthy foods, my portion control hasn't been good. As we all know every little bit more we add to our plate or snack on DOES add up by week's end! <sigh> (But I can't get into using measuring devices… except for my "eyes" and the older I get the blurrier my vision on food amounts… well, that's the excuse I use, anyways!!!😉) Hope you are all well physically, mentally, emotionally!!! Huggz, Brian]
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Hello! waves
I was in a car accident last year and am still recovering from my injuries. Activity is still quite painful but I'm slowly trying to get more movement! My BMI is too high for the surgery that could help so I need to lose about 125 pounds. Which isn't easy when it hurts so much to move!
I was 310.4 this morning. Immediate goal is 1 pound a week and first "big" goal is to go below 300.
my current nutrition goal is to hit my fiber goalsmovement goal is to hit all three rings on my watch at least 3-4 times a week. It's not set terribly high but for the moment it is doable and once I can consistently hit the goals, I'll increase them :)
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Hello Pat. Welcome to MY 100 POUND JOURNEY. I agree with you. Let’s just get down to a healthy weight, no matter what it is. For me a healthy weight is 200 lbs. At 5’4, I’m still heavy, but I can function well, rarely get sick, and my knees don’t hurt. I wear a size 16 at 200, which is fine with me. Why would I want to wear a size 4 or a 6? Doesn’t make sense. I’m not 10 years old anymore. Those are little girl sizes. 😀2 -
Hello Hazel. 👋🏼 You have a beautiful name. It’s of English origin, and primarily refers to the Hazelnut tree.Hazelnut trees have a symbolic meaning in some cultures, representing wisdom, and protection. Speaking of wisdom, losing 1 lb per week is a wise choice. Losing slowly is best. I’m sure we both need to drink plenty more water though.
Welcome to MY 100 POUND JOURNEY. 👋🏼2 -
I'm an overachiever on water! I've given myself hyponatremia more than once 🫣
I track my water to make myself aware of how much I'm drinking. As I get closer to 100 ounces, I have to do an electrolyte packet. Keeps me out of the hospital!2
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