(NEW) OPEN CHALLENGE: FIT BY OCTOBER!!!
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This is just what I need. I weighed myself this morning for the first time in a couple of months and I'm up 4 pounds from my "okay" weight... 7 pounds from where I'd like to be. So here I go!! Thanks for starting this group.
NAME: Liisa
AGE: 38
HEIGHT: 5'7''
START WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 137
GOAL WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 130
START PANTS SIZE: 6 (US)
GOAL PANTS SIZE: 4 (US)
FOLLOW ANY SPECIAL DIET: vegetarian (mostly vegan)
DIET GOALS: getting enough protein and the right carbs in the right time to fuel my running training
EXERCISE GOALS: half-marathon PB on sep 18
OTHER GOALS: avoid obsession
FUN FACT: I love raisins0 -
I'm in! I love this losing weight thing
NAME: Sarah
AGE: 29
HEIGHT: 5'3''
START WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 158
GOAL WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 120
START PANTS SIZE: 12 (US)
GOAL PANTS SIZE: 3/5 (US)
FOLLOW ANY SPECIAL DIET: No more COOKIES! (maybe once in a while I guess )
DIET GOALS: eat less sugary foods, little to no fast food
EXERCISE GOALS: 4 times a week for my "me time workouts" and many more with my 8 year old twins
OTHER GOALS: To not be disgusted by my body
FUN FACT: I have a bull dog named Stella
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Getting caught up after being away all weekend. Went to the shore this weekend and it was awesome! I didn't go to the beach though. I opted to go shopping since there were a few craft shows in the area. My mom and I went to this little tea room for lunch. I love those kinds of places. They're such sweet quaint places. The owner was such a sweetie!
QOTD #3: What was your "a-ha" moment, meaning was there a specific moment that made you decide that it was time to lose the weight?
Hmm.... which time? LOL!! This past time there wasn't an "a-ha" moment. I had just left a toxic, stressful work environment. I was happy again and knew that it was time to get my weight back under control.
QOTD #4: Have you "discovered" any new foods since you started eating healthier? Or realized that you DO like some foods that you used to claim to not like?
There are some veggies that I would never consider eating that I eat now. Red peppers, onions and tomatoes are among them. Mixing pumpkin puree with sugar-free vanilla pudding with cinnamon, ground ginger, nutmeg and a sprinkle of splenda is like a crustless pumpkin pie.0 -
NAME: Melanie (or Mel)
AGE: 27
HEIGHT: 5'6.5''
START WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 155
GOAL WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 138-140
START PANTS SIZE: 8/6 (US) (depending on the brand)
GOAL PANTS SIZE: 6-being able to fit comfortable
FOLLOW ANY SPECIAL DIET: nope. I have what I want but I'm more careful about my choices
DIET GOALS: to eat "cleaner" and try new things
EXERCISE GOALS: to run at least 15miles per week
OTHER GOALS: start seeing more definition in my abs and arms
FUN FACT: I cant wink =(0 -
QOTD #3: What was your "a-ha" moment, meaning was there a specific moment that made you decide that it was time to lose the weight?
The moment was definitely at 7:54 am this morning when I stepped on the scale and saw a number I haven't seen since just after my second son was born... almost 4 years ago. Plus, we just decided to move (at least temporarily) to Costa Rica so I need to feel comfortable wearing a bikini daily very soon!0 -
QOTD #4: Have you "discovered" any new foods since you started eating healthier? Or realized that you DO like some foods that you used to claim to not like?
Black beans! I used to say that I hate them, but now I cannot imagine life without my beloved black beans.0 -
QOTD #4: Have you "discovered" any new foods since you started eating healthier? Or realized that you DO like some foods that you used to claim to not like?
*Discovered shirataki noodles...haven't tried them yet.
*Love all the different flavors of almonds...Wasabi soy, Buffalo wing and butter toffee.0 -
QOTD #4: I love love love cauliflower pizza. I really want to try the shirataki noodles. I think I'll make the Hungry Girl fettuccine recipe using them this weekend. 0
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Week 3 of p90x ends tommorow for me!!!! That means I only have a little over 2 months left!!! I am already being able to tell a difference!! I can't wait till October and have reached my goals!!0
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Week 3 of p90x ends tommorow for me!!!! That means I only have a little over 2 months left!!! I am already being able to tell a difference!! I can't wait till October and have reached my goals!!
Do you do the plyometrics or do you have a system that you follow for the p90x?0 -
QOTD #4: Have you "discovered" any new foods since you started eating healthier? Or realized that you DO like some foods that you used to claim to not like?
I have been introduced to Jicama. If you have not tried it you should. It is the perfect amount of sweetness when craving something sweet, the right crunchiness also. I also love roma tomatoes. Even when I put salsa on my turkey tacos I add extra roma tomatoes, they are sooooooooo gooood! I never thought that I would eat steel cut oatmeal, but I found that I love them more than regular oats. I love onions now and I used to hate them. Shallots, I find are better than a regular onions, but I love red, yellow and white onions on everything.
Enough rambling for the day. I'm off to workout:)0 -
I was just thinking the same thing with these "CLOSED" groups. i guess they can't give out any more support either to the ones who need it.
Thanks for starting this one. i have looking for a another group to join.
NAME: Cathy
AGE: 52
HEIGHT: 5'4''
START WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 237.2
GOAL WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 220
FOLLOW ANY SPECIAL DIET: i am diabetic so i count carbs and watch calories
DIET GOALS: to learn to deal with my food addiction.
EXERCISE GOALS: to exercise every day. and run a 5K. bad knees so don't know it that will happen or not.
OTHER GOALS: stay off my medications for diabetics and get off some other medications.
Thanks again. i am on here allot. see you around...0 -
QOTD #4: Have you "discovered" any new foods since you started eating healthier? Or realized that you DO like some foods that you used to claim to not like?
I used to HATE chickpeas and as a result wouldn't try hummus. Now I love hummus and like chickpeas. I also didn't like sweet potatoes except with a ton of sugar and butter, but now like them other ways. I have also discovered so many foods on this journey so far. Here are a few I eat now that I never did before:
* Tofu
* Tempeh
* Chickpeas
* I eat any vegetable except for olives and brussel sprouts now.
* Whole grain versions to tortillas and grains such as rice and pasta.
* Sweet potatoes
There are so many, I cannot remember them all. This journey of getting healthier and losing weight I have been on for a long time has changed my way of eating most of the time.0 -
QOTD #4: Have you "discovered" any new foods since you started eating healthier? Or realized that you DO like some foods that you used to claim to not like?
It has been purely accidental, not related to the weight loss thing...but we started eating Quinoa around the same time that I started. It's really good and high in protein. I highly recommend it!0 -
QOTD #4: Have you "discovered" any new foods since you started eating healthier? Or realized that you DO like some foods that you used to claim to not like?
New food- Kellog's Special k cereals
Used to hate apples and raw carrots...now love to munch of them!!
And I can drink milk without sugar...it is not that bad!!!
I am liking raw foods more now I have mostly always had home cooked meals but which comprised mainly of carbs. Now moving away from carbs. The less I have them the less I crave them 0 -
Just want to say, reading all the posts really get me motivated! Thanks one and all! I need help! Going on vacation next week and need some suggestions to stay focused! I don't want to gain back what I lost ......... Help, please!0
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I enjoy challenges but I also find them after they're closed! This is a great idea
NAME: Megan
AGE: 23
HEIGHT: 5'6''
START WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 168
GOAL WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 155
START PANTS SIZE: 8 (US)
GOAL PANTS SIZE: 6 (US)
FOLLOW ANY SPECIAL DIET: I try to eat more veggies and fish instead of red meats.
DIET GOALS: Not eating out all the time (Save $$ and Waist-line!)
EXERCISE GOALS: To be able to run a mile without stoppin.
OTHER GOALS: Firm up, I've lost about 25 pounds and feel I look sloppy because I have not been exercising or toning up!0 -
Just want to say, reading all the posts really get me motivated! Thanks one and all! I need help! Going on vacation next week and need some suggestions to stay focused! I don't want to gain back what I lost ......... Help, please!
I'm so glad that we have motivated you!
Since it's time for another QOTD, I'm going to ask your question as #5. :flowerforyou:
Here are the first 4, for all who want to get caught up:
QOTD #1: What is your favorite kind of exercise and why?
QOTD #2: How did you find MFP, and how do you like it compared to other programs/sites/diets/etc you've tried in the past?
QOTD #3: What was your "a-ha" moment, meaning was there a specific moment that made you decide that it was time to lose the weight?
QOTD #4: Have you "discovered" any new foods since you started eating healthier? Or realized that you DO like some foods that you used to claim to not like?
QOTD #5: What do you do to keep yourself on track while traveling or on vacation?0 -
QOTD #5: What do you do to keep yourself on track while traveling or on vacation?
Oh gee! Nothing? LOL!! I just try to make the healthiest choices possible and enjoy myself. However, I'm going on a 11 day vacation in two weeks so any tips from everyone else will be greatly appreciated.0 -
QOTD #5: What do you do to keep yourself on track while traveling or on vacation?
I haven't been on vacation yet while on my weight-loss journey. I'll be going at the end of Sept. I plan on packing healthy snacks. I have 2 apps on my phone for workouts. I plan on walking a lot!0 -
QOTD #1: What is your favorite kind of exercise and why? I think it would be running. I used to HATE running but would do it anyways but now I prefer to run over doing anything else. I just turn on my Ipod and I'm good to go
QOTD #2: How did you find MFP, and how do you like it compared to other programs/sites/diets/etc you've tried in the past? I dont remember how I found it lol but I like it a lot better than other sites I've tried. I've tried Sparkpeople.com and it just had way to much going on and was overwhelming. I've tried WW but didnt wanna keep paying the $ for it. Also I didnt have the support/motivation on those sites that I have on MFP
QOTD #3: What was your "a-ha" moment, meaning was there a specific moment that made you decide that it was time to lose the weight? I dont think I really had an "a-ha" moment per say. I turned 27 on July 18th and about a week before that I was like ya know what, I'm gonna do this! I'm for real this time!! And I have been since and it feels great and its not like a drag to have to keep watching everything, I actually feel good about it. I was one of those people who always said "Ok I'll start Monday" and I did that for probably almost a year! So its like I woke up one day and was like I'm doin this and here I am
QOTD #4: Have you "discovered" any new foods since you started eating healthier? Or realized that you DO like some foods that you used to claim to not like? I havent really discovered any new foods yet but thats one of my goals
QOTD #5: What do you do to keep yourself on track while traveling or on vacation? I havent been on vacation since I started this but I'm going on one next month and I'm hoping to have a hotel with a gym in it and we'll be around family so it will be tough but I'm just going to try my best to eat as good as possible and not drink a whole lot! My brother in law is taking us to Atlantic City so we'll see lol0 -
QOTD #5: What do you do to keep yourself on track while traveling or on vacation?
Definately bring workout clothes along, that way at least one excuse is gone! Also, bring some healthy snacks if possible. Have a great time, but watch the alcohol intake and focus more on the experiences and the company than the food. Usually when I go on vacation, I aim to maintain my weight, not lose while on vacation because that's just not realistic for me!0 -
NAME: Sarah
AGE: 29
HEIGHT: 5'8''
START WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 187
GOAL WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 165
START PANTS SIZE: 12/14/16 (US) (depends on brand and color)
GOAL PANTS SIZE: 10/12 (US)
FOLLOW ANY SPECIAL DIET: healthy diet, lower calories, different foods
DIET GOALS: more whole foods, fruits and veggies, less desire for junk foods
EXERCISE GOALS: stick to my goals that I make for me: 2 mile walk in the morning, Turbo Jam in the afternoons
OTHER GOALS: get rid of this awful stomach I have; thinner and toned over all
FUN FACT: I play the flute.0 -
QOTD #5: I try and go for a run at least once or twice. It is really cool to run in new places. I also split all my meals with someone to keep the calories lower.0
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I guess it's time for me to catch up!
QOTD #1: What is your favorite kind of exercise and why?
I love all types of exercise.. anything that works the leg muscles are probably my favourite. I also love bench press and sport-specific exercises, especially those related to soccer or rugby!
QOTD #2: How did you find MFP, and how do you like it compared to other programs/sites/diets/etc you've tried in the past?
I honestly don't remember how I found MFP.. I think my mom may have left it open one day on the computer and I loved what I saw!
QOTD #3: What was your "a-ha" moment, meaning was there a specific moment that made you decide that it was time to lose the weight?
My "a-ha" moment was probably the realization that I was eating fast food more than I was eating home-cooked meals. Gross!
QOTD #4: Have you "discovered" any new foods since you started eating healthier? Or realized that you DO like some foods that you used to claim to not like?
I used to swear off all veggies, but since I started eating healthier I love bell peppers, broccoli, carrots and peas. I also LOVE quinoa!
QOTD #5: What do you do to keep yourself on track while traveling or on vacation?
I haven't been on vacation since I've started, but I'm going soon so I'll see how that pans out!0 -
Yay! A group that isn't closed!
NAME: Tira
AGE: 20
HEIGHT: 5'4''
START WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 160
GOAL WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 145
START PANTS SIZE: 8/10 (US)
GOAL PANTS SIZE: 6/8 (US)
FOLLOW ANY SPECIAL DIET: Vegetariannn
DIET GOALS: Eat clean, drink plenty of water, eat less carbs and more protein
EXERCISE GOALS: To run a 5K in under 30 minutes
OTHER GOALS: To be able to do a push-up. I've NEVER done a push-up in my life!
FUN FACT: I love music, and I teach kids piano
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QOTD #4: Have you "discovered" any new foods since you started eating healthier? Or realized that you DO like some foods that you used to claim to not like?
I haven't really discovered any new foods, but I have found alot of healthier ways to cook the foods that I do eat!
QOTD #5: What do you do to keep yourself on track while traveling or on vacation?
I like site seeing anyways when I am on vacation, so I think I walk quite a bit more than normal and that helps! Plus I usually only eat 2 meals cause I sleep in and eat more of a brunch then I eat an early dinner.
Pushups here we come!! My goal is to do 25 regular pushups at one time this evening!0 -
pack coolers, and buy prepackages foods.0
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I'm in!
NAME: Mandi
AGE: 25
HEIGHT: 5'6''
START WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 142
GOAL WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 139
START PANTS SIZE: 6/8 (US)
GOAL PANTS SIZE: Comfortable/loose 6 (US)
FOLLOW ANY SPECIAL DIET: Nope
DIET GOALS: Eat at least 4 servings of fruits/veggies, 5 days per week
EXERCISE GOALS: finish C25K
OTHER GOALS: Strength train 2-3x per week
FUN FACT: This is my first post!0 -
QOTD #3: What was your "a-ha" moment, meaning was there a specific moment that made you decide that it was time to lose the weight?
When I went to the doctor and she told me I was borderline diabetic I knew it was time to step away from the food because I didn't want to take medicine or shots.
QOTD #4: Have you "discovered" any new foods since you started eating healthier? Or realized that you DO like some foods that you used to claim to not like?
I am learning to like vegetables alot more now before I never ate them.
QOTD #5: What do you do to keep yourself on track while traveling or on vacation?
I still eat healthy but I aso treat myself if it is something different that I have never had before.
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