The last 10 pounds challenge (closed group)

vsetter

We are a special group -- looking to lose those "last 10 pounds". Because our weight loss is slower than it used to be (about 1/4 lb to 1/2 lb per week) and many are looking to tone, this challenge will last for 3 months (starting July 31 and ending Nov 1).

We will officially start on Sunday. Here is the plan:

First -- make sure that your food diary is public (at least to your friends).

By Sunday night, please post the following:
-- Height
-- Starting weight
-- Goal weight
-- Measurements for:
* Waist
* lower abs (2 inches below belly button -- or whichever spot you choose -- just make sure you are consistent)
* hips
* thighs
* arms

Every Sunday thereafter, we will check-in and report the following:
-- Current weight
-- number of days upper body strength training
-- number of days lower body strength training

On the first Sunday of each month, we will report current body measurements (and a pic, if you want).


****** I will keep track of all progress and points. Each week I will post our results. Points will be awarded for various accomplishments (such as meeting your calorie level, eating your protein, drinking your water,etc) -- that is why I need access to your diary!!!! Points will also be awarded for each 1/2 pound lost and for every 1/2 inch lost. Plus, keep an eye out on this board because special challenges (for extra points) will be posted. Bookmark this site so you don't miss out! :happy:


****** Please, please feel free to motivate each other and provide helpful suggestions and hints!!!

I hope this sounds okay and isn't too much. Personally, I need a little kick in the butt. A challenge that sets some goals with a little bit of competition. Can't wait to get started

sunnikim

I think this is excellent, thanks for organizing! Looking forward to participating...could use the extra motivation. Will need to take my measurements & will post tomorrow. Will add you as a friend.

laxdani11

Hello-
Where am I posting this info?-
Danielle

kblue2007

This is great! Thanks! I'll check in tomorrow

vsetter

Danielle,
We will post all of our information, challenges, and results on this page. So make sure to bookmark it

vsetter

Hi Everyone!!!

I'm going to be the first to introduce myself. My name is Valerie -- I am 36. I am a wife and mommy (I have a one year old daughter and a 6 year old son). I also work full time for my local park district. I would like to lose 8-10 more pounds! BUT --- although I really want this, it seems that my body does not. I have been battling the same 2-3 pounds for about a month now. To make matters worse, my measurements haven't changed either. I'm hoping this challenge will work and get me past this plateau! Here are my stats:

Height = 5 ft 4.5 inches
Starting weight = 127
Goal weight = 117
Waist = 26 inches
Lower abs = 34 inches
Hips = 38 inches
Thighs = 22 inches
Arms = 11 inches
Body fat = 26%

Looking forward to meeting all of you!
Valerie

crazytxmom

First -- make sure that your food diary is public (at least to your friends).

By Sunday night, please post the following:
-- Height 5'4"
-- Starting weight 156
-- Goal weight 145
-- Measurements for:
* Waist 33.5"
* lower abs 38.25"
* hips 41"
* thighs 24.25"
* arms 11.75"

Good morning!! My name is Cathie. I am a 37 year old divorced mother of 2 girls, 11 & 9. I work full-time, am a Girl Scout leader and school is about to start. This also means that music lessons, volleyball practice, Girl Scouts & homework (all times 2) are about to start. :ohwell:

I've made great progress these last 7 months - I'm the slimmest I've been since I became pregnant with #2 - which isn't saying a whole lot. I joined this challenge to remind me make time for me - I've got people to report to!! My birthday is a month after this challenge ends. This will also be my gift to myself.

And off we go!!

roxiedo

Good Morning, my name is Julie - I work on Sundays so will post all my info as soon as I get off work. Hope everyone has a great day! Thanks so much for organizing! :flowerforyou:

sunnikim

Hi All! My name is Kim & I'm a 30 yr old mother of two - a 5yr old girl and a 18 month old boy. I work fulltime in the HR field and am supporting a husband who is training for his first marathon. This is helping to fuel my desire to get back into shape after having my kids. Stats are as follows (hope I measured accurately):

Height = 5 ft 4 inches
Starting weight = 129
Goal weight = 120
Waist = 32.5 inches
Lower abs = 34.0 inches
Hips = 34 inches
Thighs = 22.25 inches
Arms = 11 inches
Calf = 13.5 inches

bprague

Here we go! I can't seem to shake the weight, but I've lost some inches since beginning my healthy change two months ago. Yay muscle building! Boo fat.
Height 5'5"
-- Starting weight: 130.8
-- Goal weight: 120 ( if I think it's needful, 115, no lower because I want to maintain happily)


* Waist: 25.0 inches
* lower abs: 32 inches
* hips: 38 1/2 inches
* thighs: 22 1/4 inches
* arms 10 inches

Edit: sorry! I just realized I should introduce myself. I'm Brittany, and I'm 21. I've been blessed with a good metabolism, but when I went to Tanzania to study abroad it didn't keep up. Even though I lost it as soon as I came back, being there got me thinking about food. Even though I had gained a good five pounds, I was eating some of the freshest and most unaltered food in my entire life. I'd like to get back to basics. I want to be making my own food when I can, and checking ingredients when I cannot. Right now, I am starting small. I make my own bread (and it tastes delicious in all of it's bran, wheat, and flax goodness), I made my own peanut butter the other day. The common foods that I eat, I'm now trying to make myself.

I'm a college senior, looking to get into a PhD program in Paleoanthropology. (ancient human remain study). In particular, I'm interested in the transition between anthropoids (apes and monkeys) and hominids. I also have a soft spot for the neandertals Sorry I just nerded out on you guys! I love this stuff, and I am feeling the stress of Grad school applications. I don't want to let it control my eating habits. If I don't get in, I will really have no prospects for a job... So it's a very stressful process. On top of it... I want to study this stuff seriously so bad it kills me. So getting to grad school is my only option. haha.

Right now I work out six days a week (approximately, sometimes I'll take an extra day to let my shins heal) and I'm working toward a 5 k, then an 8k, then a half marathon. It's a process, but one I enjoy. I lift every other day, I try to eat right (please ignore yesterday's food! I went to six flags, brought my own lunch, but ended up staying until dinner. I don't even know what was in what I ate).

I'm currently getting a lot of flack from my friends about eating healthy. I get it, I'm 21 and eating flax bread and homemade peanut butter at a theme park is weird.. but I wish they were more supportive, not openly dismissing my lifestyle change. *shrug* It's my own choice, and I already feel better for it.

Bleh. SO that's me in a nutshell. Also: good morning to you all!

cheshirechic

I'm getting married next August, and really want to get in shape as early as possible, so I don't have to crash diet a month before (like a lot of brides!). I'd like to get in ideal shape by the winter, so all I need to do is maintain. I'm just coming off a group that did Ripped in 30, where I lost 5.6 lbs. and 3.5 inches, but I've been stuck at the same weight for about a week and a half. I know that this is going to be a long journey, but I've made the commitment so far (I began working out in November, taking no more than two days in between any workout), and I'm ready to lose the rest of it! The dress is ordered, so I hope they really have to take it in!

Height = 5 ft 4.5 inches
Starting weight = 138
Goal weight = 130 (UGW = 125)
Waist = 28 inches
Lower abs = 34.5 inches (that pooch that wont' go away!!!)
Hips = 34 inches
Thighs = 20 inches
Arms = 11 inches

nickikole1

Hi there, I'm Nicole. I'm 28 and live a busy life. I'm unmarried, but happily in a relationship. Because of the time crunch, exercise has been hard to find nowadays and I've almost stopped completely. But I like it so I don't want to give it up. My exercise of choice is running. I finished a half marathon at the beginning of the summer and loved it. My weight plateaued even then so I'm excited about this challenge and can't wait to actually put my mind to it.

Thanks for the motivation!

5' 8" -- Height
159 -- Starting weight
150 -- Goal weight

-- Measurements for:
32" * Waist
38" * lower abs (2 inches below belly button -- or whichever spot you choose -- just make sure you are consistent)
39" * hips
24" * thighs
11" * arms

laxdani11

Hey guys, My name is Danielle. I'm just trying to get back into shape. I've been a college student and really involved in my classwork and 2 job,...so working out kind of got away from me. I would like to lose about 15-19 lbs... I'm having a very hard time motivating myself to work out. I figured this challenge might help me a bit. It is nice meeting you all. Best of Luck!

-- Height 5'6"
-- Starting weight 139
-- Goal weight 125 (120 hoping)
-- Measurements for:
* Waist 28.5"
* lower abs 33
* hips 35
* thighs 21.5
* arms 10

roxiedo

Hi! My name is Julie. I just recent rejoined Weight Watchers and am also doing MFP. I am a Lifetimer at WW and want to get back to my lifetime goal weight of 127. I have to admit, I really like their new program much better than any of their older ones.

Height 5' 5"
Start Weight 141.4
Goal Weight - 127 to 130 max
Waist 35 inches
lower abdomen 37.5 inches
hips 39 3/4
thighs 22 inches
arms 10 inches

I am on vacation this week - yeah! Going to look at a college with my son tomorrow. Thursday we are going to Cincinnati to see Paul McCartney and coming home on Friday. So it will be a mix of extra time for exercise and extra challenges as far as food!

I have a wedding on 10/29 and I set that as my target for being at my goal weight so this worked out perfectly for me. Planning on treating myself to a new dress!

vsetter

This is so exciting! Thanks everyone for getting in your stats and for introducing yourself!

So here is how you get points (I will keep weekly totals and grand totals):

--- 1 POINT for each day that you do upper body strength exercises

--- 1 POINT for each day that you do lower body strength exercises (remember....you need to give your body a day to rest between strength trainings).

--- 1 POINT for each day that you drink ALL 8 glasses of water

--- 1 POINT for each day that you eat all of your calories (including exercise calories) -- you can be under by no more than 150 calories.

-- 1 POINT for each day that you eat all of our protein (you can be under by no more than 10g)


Hopefully these behaviors will help us lose fat (and not muscle).....hopefully making us break plateaus and lose these last 10 pounds!!!!

Each week I will post the extra point challenge. Please message me with any ideas that you have for challenges! I would love to incorporate everyone's ideas!!!!

-- On weigh days, 1 POINT per half pound lost will be granted, as well as 1 POINT per half inch.

Don't worry --- I will keep track of all the points. I will try my best to post our results on Mondays!

Good Luck!!!!

vsetter

I find it so interesting that most of us are right around the same height. 6 of 8 people are 5' 4" - 5'5".

MissMarthaGrace

Hello everyone!

My name is Kristin and I'm 43. I had lost 30# on WW about 2-1/2 to 3 years ago. However, thinking that I didn't need to track anymore, combined with 2 herniated discs in my lower back - I gained 10# of it back. I've been struggling for a while now to take it back off - even joined WW again, but just wasn't feeling it this time around. Hoping that this little challenge will be the kick in the pants I need to take it off once and for all! I've got my 25 year class reunion coming up in a few weeks ~ and though I know that I won't be able to drop all the weight I want by then, I should be able to shed a few!

Height: 5' 4"
Starting weight: 150.9
Goal weight: 143
Waist: 33"
Lower Abs: 38" (totally relaxed - not sucking in - UGH!) :ohwell:
Hips: 39"
Thighs: 24.5"
Arms: 12"
Calves: 15"

Thanks for getting this started Valerie!! And I wish each and every one of you much success in saying "buh-bye" to these last 10 (or so) pounds!!!

kblue2007

I lost track of my day yesterday and never got to post my stats I will do it tonight!!!

nickikole1

How do we make sure our food diary is open to public/friends?

Jerseygirl02

I did not get to take measurements, but I did weigh myself this morning. I will post my measurements tonight.

Height 5'6"
Starting weight: 168
Goal weight: 158

nickikole1

Never mind! I finally found it under settings! (which is next to the logout, for anyone else who can't find it)

jrueckert

Hi! I'm Jordin. I'm 21 years old and I'm looking to lose the last nine pounds to reach my goal weight I'm excited for this challenge, I hope it will motivate me to get moving!

My Stats -

Height: 5'8"
Starting Weight: 139.4
Goal Weight: 130
*Waist: 28 in.
*Lower Abs: 36.5 in.
*Hips: 35.5 in.
*Thighs: 20.5
*Arms: 10.5

Good luck to everyone! Happy Losing!

brianna626

Hello,
So sorry I did not post this yesterday. My name is Brianna and I am 24 years old and married to the love of my life, no children yet. I just finished a Master's Degree in Educational Counseling to be a school counselor. I started MFP at a healthy weight (135) but it was at the higher end I am hoping to gain muscle and get toned. The last time I weighed in I was 130.9 and today I was 132.8. I am hoping to get to 120 but I have been fluctuating from 128 to 132 for two months and I am getting frustrated. I am hoping this challenge will help me break through my plateau and reach my goal.

My Stats:

Height 5'4.5
Starting Weight 132.8
Goal Weight 115-120
Waist 26
Lower abs at belly button 29
Lower abs 2 inches below belly button 32.5
Hips 38.5
Thighs 20
Arms 10.25

vsetter

Unless you have special medical needs, your diet should have a good balance of macronutrients (carbs, protein, fat). Your body needs fat! Crazy, I know. EVEN CRAZIER -- the average American diet only consists of 15% protein. This is crazy because protein helps build and re-build cells (including muscle cells). AND...muscle, by itself, helps burn fat!!! How can you lose?? The only way to preserve muscle tissue when drastically cutting calories is to eat a lot of protein. So.....

What are your macronutrient goals? My goals are set to 40% carbs, 30% protein, 30% fat.

If you want to change your goals, click goals (from your home page), click change goals at the bottom of the page, click the cusom option.

Sorry for all of the nerdy information --- I'm reading a new book, "The New Rules of Lifting for Women". I'll keep you posted on the other tid bits that I learn. :laugh:

brianna626

Hello,
So sorry I did not post this yesterday. My name is Brianna and I am 24 years old and married to the love of my life, no children yet. I just finished a Master's Degree in Educational Counseling to be a school counselor. I started MFP at a healthy weight (135) but it was at the higher end I am hoping to gain muscle and get toned. The last time I weighed in I was 130.9 and today I was 132.8. I am hoping to get to 120 but I have been fluctuating from 128 to 132 for two months and I am getting frustrated. I am hoping this challenge will help me break through my plateau and reach my goal.

My Stats:

Height 5'4.5
Starting Weight 132.8
Goal Weight 115-120
Waist 26
Lower abs at belly button 29
Lower abs 2 inches below belly button 32.5
Hips 38.5
Thighs 20
Arms 10.25

Forgot to add this
BMI 22.5
Body Fat % 23.7
I am also set to 40% 30% 30%.

srwilliams3

Hi I am Sierra and im turning 24 on wednesday. I weighed 133 when I started MFP. I work full time at a desk and I have gotten lazy and smushy. I want to tone up and hopefully lose a few inches. I just started training for the Nike Womens Half Marathon in San Fran October 16th. I am really excited about kicking it into gear these next 12 weeks.

Hieght: 5'4"
Weight: 130
Goal weight: 120
Waist at belly button28.5
2 inches below belly button 34.0
hips 39.0
Bust 33.0
Arms 12.0
Thighs 22.0
I dont know what my BMI or body fat % is...

Brooklyn85

Hi, I'm Brooklyn; hope I'm not too late to join this. Just did a search for losing the last 10 pounds today and found this. I am full-time grad student, so time for exercise and planning healthy meals is really hard most of the time. And when I'm stressed I quickly lose sight of my goals and just whatever is easiest. I also get migraine headaches that totally disrupt all workout plans for days at a time. I'm really trying to get at least 5 pounds off before I get too far into the fall semester in mid-September.

Height: 5'7"
Highest weight (over 3 years ago): 145
Current Weight: 136 (stayed between 130-136 for the last 2 years)
Goal Weight: 126
Eventual Goal Weight: 120-123
Waist at belly button: 28"
2 inches below belly button: 34"
Hips: 38"
Bust: 36"
Arms: 10.5"
Thighs: 22"
BMI: 21.3
BAI: 25.5 (http://www.sweetadditions.net/health/body-adiposity-index-calculator-tool-better-than-bmi)

Daily net calorie goal set to 930
Ratios set to 40 carbs 30 protein 30 fat

Jerseygirl02

To continue from earlier today. I'm Sharon , married to my best friend and the mom of 2 beautiful little ones, ages 2 & 4. I have lost 55lbs since January of last year and now I am stuck trying to loose the last 10 pounds.

Height 5'6"
Current weight 168
Goal weight 158
Hips 40"
Thigh 22"
Bust 36"
Arms 13"
BMI 27

vsetter

Woohoo! There are 14 of us in this group! Very exciting!

So as I mentioned, I am reading this new book. It says that I need to be eating more calories so that I am not losing muscles (in addition to fat). I also have to eat back my exercise calories too (which in some cases may mean eating 2000 calories). I'm having a hard time wrapping my mind around this, but I am going to give it a shot! I've been stuck for a month at this weight --- I'm ready to try a whole new plan.

I have set my calories to 1/2 pound loss per week, which comes to about 1450 calories per day.

I didn't meet that calorie goal today (I'm used to eating 1000-1200 per day). Maybe tomorrow will be better! I drank my water though, which is a HUGE accomplishment for me.

kblue2007

Sorry two days late posting my stats :happy:

Hi, my name is Kate. I joined MFP in March and I love this site....I stalk it, haha!!! I'm 30yrs old (for the next 30days anyway). I'm happily married to my best friend in the whole world. We have been together for 10 1/2yrs and married for 4. No kids, just our kitties!
I've gotten into a pretty good workout routine and was even at my goal weight in May, but the bbq's and weekends away, so far this summer, have brought back 3lbs. I'm currently going to the gym 5-6days per week (depending on what the weekend plans are) and I'm on level 3 of the 30day shred. I usually do 30mins of cardio and 15-20 strength training per day. Before I started the shred I was incorporating yoga in 3-4 times per week (and I can't wait to get back to it next week). When I strength train I usually only do upper body, since I feel I get lower body gets worked through my cardio and yoga (and now 30DS). I plan on doing the 30DS quarterly to kick my body into gear every few months.

Stats:
Height- 5'5 1/2
Starting weight-131.2
Goal Weight-127-128
Waist (at narrowest point)-27
Lower abs-32
Hips-37
Thighs-21
Arms-11
BMI-21.8

I also have my weight loss set at 1/2lb per week and my exercise goals are 450mins and 2140 calories burned per week. My base calories are 1390 and I typically eat my exercise calories back but last week I started to only eat half back hoping to see a some weight loss (nothing so far). I usually drink about 4-5liters of water a day.

Ok everyone let do this!!!!!!!!!

sunnikim

Ok ladies....for those of you who are moms who work full-time, how do you find the time to work out? I am REALLY struggling with this (and have been for a while). When I do workout it's been at 9:30 at night after my kids go to bed. Most nights, however, I'm just too tired at that point. I've tried to set my alarm to get up early, but I end up setting it back to a later time when it goes off or if I wake up before it goes off. I used to be able to get up at 5am on a daily basis, but since having kids I've gotten lazier (just more exhausted) and try to sleep until 6am. I'd really like to find the motivation to start working out in the mornings, that way my evenings are free. How can I kick my butt into gear?