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January 2015 Weight Loss Challenge

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  • charlottemilton
    charlottemilton Posts: 144 Member
    This is perfect timing as I definitely need some accountability and motivation to be better to myself again. Was doing well the first part of last year until fall then . . . we all know the story. Feeling yucky so need to get back on track. At least I didn't regain it all again.

    Name: Charlotte
    Height: 5'4"
    Starting weight: (1/1):
    Goal Weight (1/31):
    Goal lose 10lbs

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  • snotnosedpunk
    snotnosedpunk Posts: 11 Member
    I'm so down for not doing this by my self ^^

    Name: Jessie
    Height:6'2
    Starting Weight (1/1): tbc
    Goal Weight (1/31): - 10lbs

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  • Sonyanw
    Sonyanw Posts: 8
    Hi, I'm in!

    Name:Sonya
    Height:6'0
    Starting Weight (1/1):...
    Goal Weight (1/31): loose 5Ibs

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  • Debra3333
    Debra3333 Posts: 7 Member
    Dee, I have added you as a friend, I would love to have more friends from this group as well. If anyone would like to, please send me a friend request!
  • sherbear702
    sherbear702 Posts: 650 Member
    I’ve noticed that a lot of people on here are setting big weight loss goals, some between 10 to 20 pounds for the month of January. I just want to ask if you’re being realistic with yourself? I understand that if you’re very large you’ll lose weight quicker or if you’ve just begun you weight loss trek, you’ll drop a lot of weight in the first few weeks. Different people lose at different speeds. However, something to remember is there are only 4 weeks in January so even if you lost 2 pounds a week, that’s only 8 pounds for the month. I’m not trying to be a naysayer, I want everyone to meet or exceed their goals. I just hate to see people set themselves up for disappointment because they were unable to achieve their goal. I've done it before and it sucks.
  • biidias
    biidias Posts: 10
    I'm in. I have been fighting with the overweight alone and it will be very good continues this journey with so many engaged people.

    Name: Bibiana
    Height: 5'5"
    Starting Weight (1/1):
    Goal Weight (1/31): 5 kg. loss.

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  • kestrel359
    kestrel359 Posts: 342 Member
    This is exactly what I needed

    Name: Anna
    Height: 5'4"
    Starting Weight (1/1):
    Goal Weight (1/31): 135

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  • FabFit40Nat
    FabFit40Nat Posts: 13 Member
    Count me in! 2014 was rough and I gained weight as a result. I am now at my heaviest! I'm looking forward to do the challenge with you guys!

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  • mdeleeann
    mdeleeann Posts: 25 Member
    I would like to join as well

    Name: Marge
    Height: 5'2"
    Starting Weight (1/1): TBA
    Goal Weight (1/31): 10 lbs

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  • cayrrep2014
    cayrrep2014 Posts: 1 Member
    I would like to join... but not sure how to do all this :)
  • joe4123
    joe4123 Posts: 7
    I'm in!
  • HollyRobertz
    HollyRobertz Posts: 11 Member
    I have gained back almost all of the weight I was able to lose in a 2 year span, changed jobs in June and just haven't been able to get my motivation back to where it needs to be, maybe having some accountability will help :)

    Name: Holly
    Height: 5'8
    Starting Weight (1/1): 180
    Goal Weight (1/31):-10 to -15 lbs

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  • tjdavisak
    tjdavisak Posts: 5 Member
    edited December 2014
    Thanks for starting this.... I look forward to being a part of a supportive group!
    Name:TJ Davis
    Height:5'5"
    Starting Weight (1/1):
    Goal Weight (1/31):Lose 4 lbs in Jan.
    Challenge: Stay on a candida diet in order to fight infection and lose menopause weight!

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  • djagon
    djagon Posts: 9 Member
    Name: Nena
    Height: 5'3"
    Starting Weight (1/1): 93
    Goal Weight (1/31): 86

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  • MeeshKB
    MeeshKB Posts: 120 Member
    I'm in! Returning MFP member after regaining all the weight I lost 2 years ago (wish I could blame it on 'baby weight', but the baby is now 19 months - that's all me!). I got a Jawbone Up24 band for Christmas which I already love - anyone else here using one?

    Name: Michelle
    Height: 5'9"
    Starting Weight (1/1): tba
    Goal Weight (1/31): -5 lbs

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  • myrzee
    myrzee Posts: 17 Member
    I've started dieting/working out over a week ago, this thread is great to add accountability for my efforts. I look forward to exchanging with you guys about challenges and successes!

    Name: Myriam
    Height: 5'5.4
    Starting weight: (1/1): tbc (around 139)
    Goal Weight (1/31): 130

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  • lesaw01
    lesaw01 Posts: 207 Member
    Count me in. I managed to hit Onderland the middle of December but with the holiday food, snacking and not getting enough water down I have edged back over 200. So I want to get back into Onderland all the way down to at least 190.

    Name: Lesa
    Height: 5'5"
    Starting Weight (1/1): will update on the first
    Goal Weight (1/31): 190 lbs.
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  • Snorkelseeker
    Snorkelseeker Posts: 5 Member
    Name: Ali
    Height: 5' 6"
    Starting Weight (1/1):
    Goal Weight (1/31): -10lbs

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  • TropicalParaMonster
    TropicalParaMonster Posts: 151 Member
    Excited for this round:
    I'm 5'4"

    Starting Weight (1/1):
    Goal Weight (1/31): 154lbs (~6lbs)

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  • fixmyself
    fixmyself Posts: 18
    Definitely all for this!

    Name:Rosa
    Height:5'6
    Starting Weight (1/1):
    Goal Weight (1/31): lose about 7 lbs

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  • VeggieHero
    VeggieHero Posts: 19 Member
    Yes, please :)

    Name: Beka
    Height: 178 cm
    Starting Weight (1/1):
    Goal Weight (1/31): lose 7 kg

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  • mapleleafmom
    mapleleafmom Posts: 33 Member
    I need to get back on track after the craziness of the holidays! Thanks for setting this up.

    Name: Mel
    Height: 5'10"
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  • Mamaof2UK
    Mamaof2UK Posts: 28 Member
    Name: Mamaof2
    Height:5ft 4
    Starting Weight (1/1):
    Goal Weight (1/31): Lose 8 lbs

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  • melyfig
    melyfig Posts: 9 Member
    Joining the party!


    Name: Melissa
    Height: 5'8"
    Starting Weight (1/1): 215
    Goal Weight (1/31): 210

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  • ptargino
    ptargino Posts: 50 Member
    edited December 2014
    Name: Philippe
    Country: Brazil
    Height: 6'4" (1.93m)
    Starting Weight (1/1): TBD (Probably 223)
    Goal Weight (1/31): Lose 13 lbs / 6kg (Probably 210)

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  • BioQueen
    BioQueen Posts: 694 Member
    Name: Von
    Height: 5'5"
    Starting Weight (1/1): TBD (probably ~150)
    Goal Weight (1/31): 145

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  • ptargino
    ptargino Posts: 50 Member
    sherbear702 wrote: »
    I’ve noticed that a lot of people on here are setting big weight loss goals, some between 10 to 20 pounds for the month of January. I just want to ask if you’re being realistic with yourself? I understand that if you’re very large you’ll lose weight quicker or if you’ve just begun you weight loss trek, you’ll drop a lot of weight in the first few weeks. Different people lose at different speeds. However, something to remember is there are only 4 weeks in January so even if you lost 2 pounds a week, that’s only 8 pounds for the month. I’m not trying to be a naysayer, I want everyone to meet or exceed their goals. I just hate to see people set themselves up for disappointment because they were unable to achieve their goal. I've done it before and it sucks.

    I don't know about everybody else, but my goal (13 lbs) is below my monthly average (15 lbs). Since I'm pretty satisfied with my loss rate and I understand as time goes by it tends to slow down, I'm choosing something that is satisfying, possible and not too stressful to do. I think everybody should find that middle ground as well :smile:
  • mrs011277
    mrs011277 Posts: 32 Member
    Name: Maricela
    Height: 5'2
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  • peacefulsong
    peacefulsong Posts: 223 Member
    Oh why not. Let's give this a shot.

    Name: Shannon
    Height: 5'6"
    Starting Weight (1/1): ?
    Goal Weight (1/31): ?

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  • emilysauerbyrne
    emilysauerbyrne Posts: 8
    Count me in as well! :)


    Name: Emily
    Height: 5''6
    Starting Weight (1/1):
    Goal Weight (1/31): -8lbs

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