February 2015 Weight Loss Challenge

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  • dradams116
    dradams116 Posts: 15 Member
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    Name: Danelle
    Age: 29
    Height: 5ft 9in
    Start weight (1st Feb): 304 lbs
    Goal weight (1st March): 294 lbs

    Weigh ins:

    1st Feb: 304 lbs
    8th Feb: 300 lbs
    15th Feb:
    22nd Feb:
    1st March:

    Weight loss/gain this week: -4
    Weight loss/gain so far this month: -4

    Struggles: Sticking with walking everyday and staying away from those darn sweets.

    Successes: I've lost a total 20 pounds in 38 days! I can fit into pants that I haven't worn in a couple years.
  • drew_999999
    drew_999999 Posts: 4
    edited February 2015
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    Name: Drew
    Age: 42
    Height: 5' 11"
    Start weight (1st Feb): 250.0
    Goal weight (1st March): 242.0

    Not sure what happened this week, but had whoosh day mid-week that dropped 3 pounds overnight. Was unbelievably hungry the day before and pigged out on baked salmon, cod, and asparagus. Woke up 3 times that night and have held the loss without changing my 1500-1700 daily intake. WooHoo!

    Weigh ins:

    1st Feb: 250.0
    8th Feb:245.2
    15th Feb:
    22nd Feb:
    1st March:

    Weight loss/gain this week:4.8
    Weight loss/gain so far this month:4.8

    Struggles: Really wanting to drench my salads with ranch dressing, but sticking to my low-fat Italian.

    Successes: Finally hit the last hole in my belt... May be breaking out the drill bits soon to make new ones. Also not having to stretch out my shirts in the morning. May seem silly, but that feels awesome!
  • somaliris
    somaliris Posts: 7 Member
    edited February 2015
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    Name: Carri
    Age: 37
    Height: 5' 5"
    Start weight (30th Jan): 181
    Goal weight (1st March): 174

    Weigh ins:

    1st Feb: 181
    8th Feb: 178.2
    15th Feb:
    22nd Feb:
    1st March:

    Weight loss/gain this week:2.8
    Weight loss/gain so far this month:2.8

    Struggles/successes this week: Almost 3 pounds, yay! Had a great week, ate well, didn't feel restricted, and even had a free/cheat day on Friday with pizza and wine (and dropped a half a pound the next morning, go figure). Exercised 4 days, which was my goal.

    Goal for the next week: Would like to see another 1.5 pound loss. Want to move into more heavy lifting, since I felt my best when I used to do that. Currently only have 15 pound dumbells, so I need to pick up a bar and bench since I'm not looking to have a gym membership right now. Concerned since my lower back is spasming like it might go out this morning, after having a week with less pains than I've had in a year. :(
  • drbcru
    drbcru Posts: 85 Member
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    Name: Donna
    Age: 58
    Height: 5'2"
    Start weight (1st Feb):161.5 - (started in Nov at 174)
    Goal weight (1st March):155 - (Big target 140-135 - 135 would finally put me in the healthy BMI group. I haven't weighed that in 38 yrs but you never know)

    Weigh ins:

    1st Feb:160
    8th Feb: 159.5
    15th Feb:
    22nd Feb:
    1st March:

    Weight loss/gain this week: -.5 - not very much, but no gain
    Weight loss/gain so far this month: -.5

    Struggles/successes this week: Struggle - someone brought in Homemade German Chocolate cake. Yep, had a small piece but that was my breakfast and so worth it. Though probably not nutritional as it should be :). Success - my after work walking group is gaining members so getting others involved and having to motivate them is great in getting me to work my booty.
  • drbcru
    drbcru Posts: 85 Member
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    somaliris wrote: »
    Name: Carri

    Struggles/successes this week: Almost 3 pounds, yay! Had a great week, ate well, didn't feel restricted, and even had a free/cheat day on Friday with pizza and wine (and dropped a half a pound the next morning, go figure). Exercised 4 days, which was my goal.

    Goal for the next week: Would like to see another 1.5 pound loss. Want to move into more heavy lifting, since I felt my best when I used to do that. Currently only have 15 pound dumbells, so I need to pick up a bar and bench since I'm not looking to have a gym membership right now. Concerned since my lower back is spasming like it might go out this morning, after having a week with less pains than I've had in a year. :(

    Good for you Carri. Don't overdo. One small step will still get you there. As the weight comes off your back will thank you but not if you abuse it. Maybe you can work in exercises for your back on days you're not doing your planned workout. MFP posted some today in fact. Be safe cuz if you hurt you won't be able to do any workouts.
  • Wiccandothis
    Wiccandothis Posts: 847 Member
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    Name: Tracy
    Age: 36
    Height: 5'5
    Start weight (1st Feb): 296
    Goal weight (1st March): 290

    Weigh ins:

    1st Feb: 296
    8th Feb: 297.2
    15th Feb:
    22nd Feb:
    1st March:

    Weight loss/gain this week: + 1.2. :/
    Weight loss/gain so far this month: +1.2

    Struggles/successes this week: I got lazy this week and didn't exercise like I wanted to. I also ate candy this week after 3 weeks of having none. I really need some friends in here to motivate me. I'm still new to the community on mfp and only have 2 friends.. one is my sister.
  • djsoos
    djsoos Posts: 135 Member
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    Name:dan
    Age:45
    Height:5'9"
    Start weight (1st Feb):218lbs
    Goal weight (1st March):208lbs

    Weigh ins:

    1st Feb:218lbs
    8th Feb:216lbs
    15th Feb:
    22nd Feb:
    1st March:

    Weight loss/gain this week:-2lbs
    Weight loss/gain so far this month:-2lbs

    Struggles/successes this week: I surpassed all goals on my fitbit on Thursday just to fall short Friday and tank Saturday. Getting back on the horse(so to speak).

    I hope it's fine to tag on a week late because i just joined last night and was thoroughly interested in participating. I think it is one of many great inspirating parts of the site. Good luck evry1 ,,,,and thank you for the support. Dan
  • candicelh79
    candicelh79 Posts: 42 Member
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    Name: Candice
    Age: 35
    Height: 5'3.5" ;)
    Start weight (1st Feb):140
    Goal weight (1st March): 133

    Weigh ins:

    1st Feb: 140
    8th Feb: 138.2
    15th Feb:
    22nd Feb:
    1st March:

    Weight loss/gain this week: 1.8
    Weight loss/gain so far this month: 1.8
    Struggles/success: Girl Scout cookies and donuts at my house this week. I was able to indulge and mostly stay within my calorie goal thanks to exercise.
  • ZBuffBod
    ZBuffBod Posts: 297 Member
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    Name: Sev
    Age: 53
    Height: 5' 7"
    Start weight (1st Feb): 157.8
    Goal weight (1st March): 155.8 (1/2 pound per week)

    Weigh ins:

    1st Feb: 157.8
    8th Feb: 159.6
    15th Feb:
    22nd Feb:
    1st March:

    Weight loss/gain this week: +1.8
    Weight loss/gain so far this month: +1.8

    Struggles/successes this week: I don't think this is a "true" weight gain based on how I've been trending daily this week...but I have to be honest in my posting. :blush:
  • loves_sparkles
    loves_sparkles Posts: 9
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    Hello! I'd like to take part too. I do t25 from home. I let myself slip a bit so want to lose 1 stone to get back to myself.

    Name : Rhu
    Age : 38
    Height : 5'6"
    Current : 148lbs
    Goal : 138lbs

    1 Feb : 148lbs
    8 Feb: 147lbs
    15 Feb:
    22 Feb


    Looking forward to being accountable :wink:
  • mom2322
    mom2322 Posts: 5 Member
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    I forgot to post when this started, so here it is. This definitely helps keep me motivated. My starting weight two months ago was 280, and even though it's not easy, giving up is not an option! Hope everyone reaches their goals! :smile:


    Name: Cristine
    Age:25
    Height:5'6
    Start weight (1st Feb): 259
    Goal weight (1st March):249

    Weigh ins:

    1st Feb:259
    8th Feb:256
    15th Feb:
    22nd Feb:
    1st March:

    Weight loss/gain this week:
    Weight loss/gain so far this month:

    Struggles/successes this week:
  • KrissyIrene83
    KrissyIrene83 Posts: 23 Member
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    Name :Kristin
    Age: 31
    Height: 5'7
    Start Weight (1st Feb) : 179.0
    Goal Weight (1st March): 175.0

    Weigh ins:

    1st Feb: 179.0
    8th Feb: 177.5
    15th Feb:
    22nd Feb:
    1st March:

    Weight loss/gain this week: 1 1/2 pounds
    Weight loss/gain so far this month: 1 1/2 pounds

    Struggles/successes this week: Being able to afford all of the healthy food on a tight budget.

  • NuCaz
    NuCaz Posts: 13 Member
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    Name: Car
    Age: 39
    Height: 5' 6")
    Start weight (1st Feb): 184lbs
    Goal weight (1st March): 178lbs

    Weigh ins:

    1st Feb: 184lbs
    8th Feb: 181lbs
    15th Feb:
    22nd Feb:
    1st March:

    Weight loss/gain this week: -3lbs
    Weight loss/gain so far this month:

    Struggles/successes this week:
    Struggled with wanting to binge on chip shop stodge. I was even halfway to a chip shop before a reality check kicked in. Found I was hungry some days within my cal limit.
    Success was my reality check that made me reconsider the chip shop binge. Also got back into training properly this week with a strength training session, 2 swim sessions and a bike/run combo session.

  • liam8282
    liam8282 Posts: 3 Member
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    1st Feb: 201.4lbs
    8th Feb: 199.2lbs
    15th Feb:
    22nd Feb:
    1st March:
  • atbrod
    atbrod Posts: 15 Member
    edited February 2015
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    atbrod wrote: »
    Name: Alison
    Age: 35
    Height: 5'9"
    Start weight (1st Feb): 149.4 lbs
    Goal weight (1st March): 137 lbs

    Weigh ins:

    1st Feb: 149.4
    8th Feb: 143.8
    15th Feb:
    22nd Feb:
    1st March:

    Weight loss/gain this week: 5.6 lbs.
    Weight loss/gain so far this month: 5.6 lbs.

    Struggles/successes this week: I was actually pretty pleased with myself - I used my journal to jot down all my feelings and food, logged all my food using MFP, and didn't go bonkers even though it's that dreaded "TOM" (time of month) for me. The journal has especially helped out, as well as staying in motion when I want to binge.
  • courtcwill23
    courtcwill23 Posts: 2 Member
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    Forgive me, I'm a little late with the weigh in for this challenge, but I'm excited to be a part of it.

    Name: Courtney
    Age: 24
    Height: 5'5
    Start weight (1st Feb): 225lbs
    Goal weight (1st March): 213lbs

    Weigh ins:

    1st Feb:
    8th Feb: 225lbs
    15th Feb:
    22nd Feb:
    1st March:

    Weight loss/gain this week:
    Weight loss/gain so far this month:

    Struggles/successes this week:

  • eramir3z
    eramir3z Posts: 3
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    I just found this challenge and i want to join.


    Name: Elizabeth
    Age: 35
    Height: 5'
    Start weight (1st Feb): N/A
    Goal weight (1st March): 130

    Weigh ins:

    1st Feb: N/A
    8th Feb: 137.5
    15th Feb:
    22nd Feb:
    1st March:

    Weight loss/gain this week:
    Weight loss/gain so far this month:

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  • cyl544
    cyl544 Posts: 34 Member
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    I just found this challenge and i want to join.


    Name: Coale
    Age: 33
    Height: 5'8"
    Start weight (1st Feb): N/A
    Goal weight (1st March): 230

    Weigh ins:

    1st Feb: N/A
    8th Feb: 238
    15th Feb:
    22nd Feb:
    1st March:

    Weight loss/gain this week:
    Weight loss/gain so far this month:

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  • loves_sparkles
    loves_sparkles Posts: 9
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    Hello! I'd like to take part too. I do t25 from home. I let myself slip a bit so want to lose 1 stone to get back to myself.

    Name : Rhu
    Age : 38
    Height : 5'6"
    Current : 148lbs
    Goal : 138lbs

    1 Feb : 148lbs
    8 Feb: 147lbs
    15 Feb:
    22 Feb


    Looking forward to being accountable :wink

  • kikkaviki
    kikkaviki Posts: 4
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    Name: Viki
    Age: 21
    Height: 5 ft 5 in
    Start weight (1st Feb): 157.2 lbs
    Goal weight (1st March): 150 lbs

    Weigh ins:

    1st Feb: 157.2
    8th Feb: 155.8
    15th Feb:
    22nd Feb:
    1st March:

    Weight loss/gain this week: 1.4
    Weight loss/gain so far this month: 1.4

    Struggles/successes this week: I've managed to actually stay (relatively) on track this week, and managed to lose a bit, which is always exciting! :smiley: I guess my biggest struggles were exercise (I only exercised twice) and resisting late night snacking when others were eating. For the coming week, I will focus on eating less more often so I'm not always alternating between being super full and super hungry.

    Good luck everyone- you can do it! :smiley: We've done a week, we can do a few more! :+1:

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