Lose 5 Pounds a Month- June 2010 Challenge

jessicabrowning

count me in ladies.
starting weight 133.
we can do this! ))))

phyljen

HI PALS:
I'M LEAVING ON A JET PLANE TONIGHT! Yes I am excited to come to America! CAN YOU TELL?

Welcome back Jenn We missed you and hope you are feeling better and healthy.

Took my new profile pic on my cruise. the flowers were beautiful!:flowerforyou:

Next time I check in I'll be on your side of the world. SEE YOU ALL soon . Phyljen :laugh:

rcatr

Hey June Challengers!

I was sick for a few days and started eating "normal food" on sunday night. Decided to wait til today to weigh in to let the water weight loss from sickness go away!

Happy to say I'm down 2 lbs! wahoo!

Officially 126.5.

1.5 away from June goal!

salcala

What is C25K? Awesome workout! You have great will power

salcala

Ok.....So I know I'm starting late but I really want in on this. I am currently 158. I am going to make my June goal 2 pounds, since I have a week and a half. So I need encouragement! Thanks.

mrsbmoore517

I'm in for this challenge. I'm new to MFP and my ultimate goal is to weigh 135 for good My 30th birthday is coming in august so I would at least like to be 10lbs lighter by then. My current weight is 156lbs. 6/22/10.

RushinBruisette

jessicabrowning, chelseap891,joanewright,CudyBug , husker_gal, mrsbmoore517 Welcome to the group!! Good luck on your goals, if you ever need anything, there's always someone close by to help out :happy:

phyljen enjoy your trip!!!! Be safe! Ps love the pic :flowerforyou:

kelly you are such an inspirartion to me!! You always push through and do such a wonderful job!!! Keep it up! :drinker:

rcatr congrats on the loss!! It always puts an extra pep in my step when I see a loss! Keep it up! :drinker:

salcala: Welcome!! I think you'll fit in the group just fine. C25k is Couch to 5k. It's a plan to prep you to run a 5k or just learn to run without being winded. You can find the plan at coolrunnning.com There is also phone apps for it too if you need it. Just search C25k on your phone. I have a droid and searched it and I found a free app and love it!



So many new members!! Welcome to all (sorry if I missed anyone)
I told my Mom and a couplle of aunts that I'm having a small bbq this Saturday to show off my almost finished kitchen. It's been almost 2yrs since I've had a kitchen (which was when we still lived at a different house..) and the hubby has been taking his sweet *kitten* time :grumble: There's not much left to do, and I wanted to have a huge bbq, but for now, it's just gonna like a female bbq only Grilling up some boneless skinless chicken filets, and I have some red onion, broccoli, tomatoes, red potatoes, green pepper, cucumber..I'm sure I can figure out something! Hope you all have a fantastic week and I'll see you all around Friday
XoxoxoX Bru

tralalara

Good morning everyone! I'm posting from my parents house in OKC. It's going pretty good. I found a new dress and shoes for the wedding. Just have to get my daughter to approve it and we're set! She is getting into town from Phoenix tomorrow. I'm starting to feel some pressure. We have SO much to do before Saturday.
So far I've done ok as far as eating. I'm really trying to keep my mouth shut about healthy eating because some people seem offended or threatened or maybe just kinda guilty when I talk about it. It's really hard because it's important to me. I think my tongue is hanging by a thread from me having to bite it all the time! LOL!

Phyljen, so EXCITING to be coming to the US! Have a wonderful time!

Good luck to everyone! I'll post some pics onto my profile later.
See ya!
Lori

AmandaB4588

Hello ladies! It is time for me to make a confession.

I haven't been posting much (though I have been reading) because I am having a REALLY hard time getting back in the game. I went on a junk food binge followed by a week of vacation followed by family visiting, and I have gained a lot through this process. I have felt like such a loser! I didn't want to tell you my weight until I got to a "safe weight" so I have just been staying away. I realize now how ridiculous this sounds.... as if you guys would judge me, as if we all don't have the same goal!

So here it is. First, I am changing scales. I have been weighing on both for awhile but the convenient one gives a higher weight (about 2 lbs higher) and I started on the less convenient one, so I always post the lower weight! This is the best time to switch scales though since I have gained a lot. I am weighing in at 162. Just a few weeks ago, I was at 154 at an all time low. I feel like I have totally blown it but I am ready to move forward now! I haven't gone on a crazy binge since I started in January so it was bound to happen. Time to move on!

I know this is a bit ridiculous but I feel so relieved now! Phew!

Precious_Nissa

I am going to try...its not a hard goal so hopefully achieved but 8 times 5 is 40 lol...

AmandaB4588

Phyl--- have a safe flight and fun time!

Bru--- sounds like you have a fun weekend ahead! Grilled chicken with all of those veggies sounds delicious. I might have to put my boyfriend up to grilling sometime this week.

Lori--- actions speak louder than words. Keep on eating healthy, and they will see why you have lost 40 lbs!

kintegra

6-01-10 240.0
6-07-10 237.0
6-09-10 234.4
6-14-10 233.6
6-21-10 233.4
6-22-10 232.4

OK - I know its only been a day but I was determined yesterday & earned my one pound loss! :bigsmile: I drank 25 - 8oz of H20 for the day. I did my belly dancing workout, 2 quick walks, C25K Wk1/Day1, and a bike ride. That pound is DEAD to me! :laugh: I'm still going to work my butt off today so that the scale shows well in my favor for next week! Today Jillian is gonna work me out! I'm hoping another bike ride, however its going to storm AGAIN today, 'cause here in the Midwest we definitely need more rain...NOT! :grumble:

rcatr - Congrats on the loss! That's awesome! So happy for you! :happy:

phyljen - Have a safe trip!

tralalara - Glad you finally found a dress for your daughter's wedding! Can't wait to see the pics! And I hear ya about the keeping your mouth shut about being healthy...sometimes I feel that people are miffed at me just because I'm being so healthy! Oh well...they are just jealous of our success! Maybe they should jump on our wagon! :bigsmile:

Bru - I know what its like to not have a kitchen...however I was just without one for 3 months when I completely gutted mine, walls & all! Have fun @ your bbq! Way to plan a healthy one! :happy:

Amanda - You shouldn't be ashamed & you shouldn't stay away from us! You need to get some encouragement when you are having a rough patch. So don't worry...you will get thru this! You've done awesome so far, just time to jump back in & be happy with yourself! :happy:

Happy Tuesday everyone! :flowerforyou:

Kelly

rjadams

Amanda, don't feel bad and at least you came clean. You can get back on track an do this. I beleive.

Phlyjen - I am so excited for you and the picture is awesome.

Kelly - a loss is a loss whenever you get it.

bru - I couldn't imagine not having a kitchen.

Okay so I haven't been posting. I get intimidated by so many new people. I have changed up my workouts to get it down to a reasonable 2 and half to three hours a day instead of the five to six I was doing. And of course the weight loss is stalling. I made my five for the month of June but I really want to make it to 150 by the end of the month and I am just floating around a pound above that.

Anyway I will try to post better this week. I hope you all have a great tuesday.

OnMyWeigh

Can I just say this group is AMAZING! Everyone is doing so well and working so hard, I am proud of every one of you!

Phillis- Have a safe trip home- I found the song and LOVE IT! I will totally teachit to my Brownies!

Amanda- Girl, you are strong to open up, you can do this!

Bru- yummm enjoy your BBQ!

Kelly- You are the $#!+, you may just double the group challenge by the end of the month!

rj- don't be intimidated by the new people, please, we are all here together regarless of those who come and go!

BonnyC

I'd like to do this

SW: 188.7 lbs
GW : 130 lbs

May 18 2010 ~ 188.7
June 15 2010~180.0~down 8.7 lbs
June 22 2010~178.2~down 1.8 lbs
Next weigh in June 29

Jennplus2

Hello Everyone! I have returned, and boy oh boy have I missed you! Just checking in to say hello. Today is my first day back, I have been MIA for all of June, so I don't think I will lose the 5 lbs but I am starting up again with eating healthy and once I get the green light from my Dr I will start to exercise again. I'm starting to feel normal again so I can't wait to start losing!
-Jenn

Great to see you again! You are looking awesome! It must feel great to be so close to your goal! Welcome back!

Thank you! I lost 11 lbs while on bedrest but I have gained back 9 so my guess is that most of that was water. I saw the Doc this morning and she said I can start my workouts again! Good thing because I started walking again last night :devil:

RushinBruisette

Hey all, before I forget, there's a game at sobe.com called heads or tails, if you have purchased a black lid sobe drink and it has a code you can enter it here. But if you don't have one, click on the 'no' side and it brings you to a room of 5people, click on one and then sign in/register and you can win a bogo free coupon at the least (you need a printer for the coupon). I tried it and won a t shirt!! Good luck all and have a great week!

makmyra

Amanda--- I'm right there with you....I also feel guilty that I haven't posted anythng for awhile. Its taking me a hard time to get back on track...its crazy. HEEEELLLLPPPPPP.............

:explode: :explode: :frown: :frown:

happy_heather121

kintegra: Yes!!! Nice job! I did the same thing last week. I was not going to let that pound keep me down. Good work!

fivefatcats

Hi all!

Barty - you are sooooo close! Keep up the good work!
Shawnae - hang in there! You are beautiful now! I can't imagine the knockout you'll be soon!
Lori - have a wonderful time at your daughter's wedding!!
phyllis - congrats on the loss during your cruise! Way to go! I can't even imagine 110 degrees in Wisconsin!
robin - i know its frustrating when the scale is frozen - way to stay positive with your new measurements! No more barrel!
Jacque - Happy anniversary and welcome home!
Bru - Yahoo 7.2!! How is your C25K going? My two favorite subjects to discuss are dieting and running!!!! Love the new pic!
Enjoy your BBQ!
Sian - great job on your additional 4 lbs!
Heather - doing great - impressive discipline!
Jenn - welcome back!
Ify - congrats on the 2lbs!
rcatr - congrats on the loss and hope you're feeling better!
Amanda - now don't you feel better! We surely wouldn't judge you - heck - your weight is my goal right now! Welcome!
Kelly - 7.6 for the month!! SOFAR!! You're awesome!
makmyra - I've been there. We are all on the train holding out hands for you to grab!! Hug Hug!

I have been doing really well on my HCG diet. I have had some cravings though. I bought some cheese popcorn - for the kids- but they didn't want it so I didn't even get to smell it yet! I love to bake. We attend a small church and have a potluck every Sunday. One of the things I really enjoy doing is trying out new recipes on them. (It is some kind of sick twisted therapy to bake things I can't/won't eat.) Recently I made (tried to make) a danish layer cake. It looked like a crooked volcano but I have been told it tasted good.

Shopping - I have Lee Rider stretch jeans in every size from 22 to 10. Currently wearing the 12s comfortably and the 10s snugly. Tomorrow I am going to Goodwill for my new goal pants: Size 8!!! I can't believe the day is approaching when I will actually be able to wear them in public and breathe simultaneously!!!

Love you all!!

Traci:flowerforyou:

RushinBruisette

Traci, wow a size 10/12!! Good for you! And an 8 soon!! Even better! My C25k is going, Week4Day2 today, it wasn't as bad as yesterday, but I still almost quit. It was on my last 5min (which is a jog) before the cooldown, but I had come so far that I wasn't out of breath, my calves were feeling it a little bit. Not cramping, just a lil worn out. I'm gonna pick back up on Thursday.

I'm really hoping my bbq goes well...at this point, I don't even know if my mom is coming let alone my two aunts. However, my aunt from Quincy, IL is coming down to spend time with her 14yr old this weekend and may stop by (with my 17yo,14yo, 7yo, and 3yo cousins) so my 'adult' bbq may turn into a kidfest :laugh: Either way, I'll be glad to have company that isn't my hubby's friends coming over to play video games all day.

Also, if anyone has a Target near by, check out to see if they are running the 10 Sobe lifewaters (20oz) for $10, plus if you buy 10, you get a Target $5 Gifrcard on the spot. And if you won any buy one get one free coupons at sobe.com, you can use them with the 10 for 10 promo. Ok, really, I'm headed out for the week now, I'll be here Saturday with my end of the month official weigh in. Have a beautiful, safe and healthy week all! Bru

TCASMEY

Hello Everyone! I have returned, and boy oh boy have I missed you! Just checking in to say hello. Today is my first day back, I have been MIA for all of June, so I don't think I will lose the 5 lbs but I am starting up again with eating healthy and once I get the green light from my Dr I will start to exercise again. I'm starting to feel normal again so I can't wait to start losing!
-Jenn

Great to see you again! You are looking awesome! It must feel great to be so close to your goal! Welcome back!

Thank you! I lost 11 lbs while on bedrest but I have gained back 9 so my guess is that most of that was water. I saw the Doc this morning and she said I can start my workouts again! Good thing because I started walking again last night :devil:

Sorry Jenn I missed a post somewhere....I did not know you were on bedrest. Hope you are feeling much better. I hate when I miss a post and miss something important. I really did not know where you had gone!

Good you are back up and moving!

Terri

kintegra

Thanks Heather & Onmyweigh! And I AM hoping to get that 10 pounds for this months challenge! I love being an overacheiver! :laugh: I figure its easier for me to lose more now, so why not. I know it will get harder & harder to lose just a half a pound eventually, so why not overachieve now while its easier for me, right?

Jennplus - glad you are back, but can I ask from what? Bedrest? I hope it wasn't something serious! Anyhow, its nice to see you and I hope you are better! :flowerforyou:

makmyra - We're here for you! Let us know when you need a pick-me-up! That's what we are here for! :flowerforyou:

Traci - WOW a size 8! That's OUTSTANDING! I haven't been in an 8 since my freshman year in high school! Good for you! :bigsmile:

Bru - where you going? Don't leave me! :noway: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: ya girl!

I took this afternoon off from working out & started a new book while laying on my raft in the pool soaking up some rays! It was SO beautiful out! Thankfully we didn't get the storms they were calling for again here today. 'Cause we certainly don't need any more rain here in the midwest! :grumble: Once dinner was over & the heat of the day was gone, my neighbor & I went on a nice LONG bike ride. I was going to do my Jillian workout when I got home, but I have over 570 cals left for the day already & only need a snack. So I'm calling it a good day! Tomorrow is my Skinny Wednesday Challenge, so I'll do more tomorrow! Come on over & join us on that thread if you haven't already!

Kelly

vb4evr

Evening everyone, just had my weigh in and down 2 3/4 lbs from last week so have achieved the goal of 5 lbs this week, so hopefully can continue to do more by then end of the month.

June 1 - 238
June 8 - 235
June 15 - 233.75
June 22 - 231

TCASMEY

I am having one of those weeks. I know I had a bad weekend (being out of town and eating out almost every meal) but I stepped on the scale this morning and my weight is up 5 pounds since last Friday. I hope it is mostly water weight but 5 pounds? I need my injured knee to improve so I can kick up the exercising again. I am getting discouraged. I was hoping to be in the 160':s by the end of the of the month and instead it looks like I heading back to the 180's:explode: :mad:

I also struggle in the summer to get in my workouts. The kids are home from school and bedtime gets pushed back because they don't have to get up in the morning. I used to get in a workout during daycare naptime and now I do not because I have a new baby who does not nap at the same time as everyone else. Evenings are hard because of the kids sports schedules. I have to figure it out.

Off to ride the stationary bike and hope it does not bother the knee.

Have a healthy day!

Terri

AmandaB4588

Terri, my bet is the 5 lbs is from sodium. Chug, chug, chug water today to flush it out!

bdog2010

I am so impressed with everyone's goal setting and accomplishments! Keep it up ! :flowerforyou:

AMcMaster

hi im on bored, i would love to be 35 lbs lighter by x-mas, but im just starting out i know im doin good i started at 207.5 and i have notice my clothes fitting better i dont want to weigh until i have been doin this for a month!! and good tips? i need all the help i can get and u doing great!!

rjadams

Chin up Terri. :flowerforyou: I know you can do it. It gets really hard sometimes but we just have to push thru. I am not losing right now either.

I think mine is stress related. I just wish congress would pin down the funding on my emergency unemployment so I can stop freaking out.

together we will drink a ton of water and do what exercise we can. :bigsmile:

makmyra

Today's challenge for all of us should be to drink LOTSA water thru the rest of the week....it seems a lot of us are struggling with gaining a lb or more...summer is so hard with kids and their activities and doing family vacations and outings....then there's all the bbq's and with all that....NO TIME FOR US. Its so hard to balance everything....But we can do it! Women can do anything!!!

Good news to share...I'm right down to where I was in weight before I went on my hiatus!!! And seriously....I did it by chugging water and staying away from bad food choices. If I was cooking more healthy at home or making time for the gym....I'd be losing more I'm sure. I gotta figure out gym time....

Thanks to all of you with your posts-it really encourages me that I'm not alone in this struggle.. :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou: