Lose 5 Pounds a Month May 2011 Challenge
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Well, I took the challenge and found myself eating my way throught this weekend...eating, eating, eating.
Started saturday with my granddaughters 2nd birthday party which was a cookout with the best darm pulled
pork barbecue and all the sides and of course, birthday cake. Then, sunday it was out for Mothers Day
dinner with family and yes, another piece of cake. I have to say I enjoyed all these wonderful foods and
do not feel guilty, as I was aware that I was eating dishes I normally do not eat on a regular basis and
normally do not eat desserts--so, I endulged!! So, tomorrow morning when I weigh in (for this challenge)
I am not expecting a weight loss--but will be happy for no weight gain. Will post tomorrow.
Want to give a 'shout out' to all of you guys who posted for the week and are well on your way to having a
5 pound weight loss this month.
Weight as of 5/1/2011 = 129 lbs.
Weight as of 5/9/2011 =0 -
Wow, I am a little surprised, I didn't track my calories for most of the week, still had some emotional eating going on and didn't want to know how much I screwed up, I wasn't able to get to the gym because of no vehicle, but I did stick to drinking an 8 oz glass of lemon water in the morning and before bed, and drinking at least 8 glasses of regular water during the day. And I have to say I am impressed with the results, I lost exactly 2lbs, probably all water weight, but the scale went down. My goal for this week is to track everything that goes into my mouth and now that my vehicle is working again, hit the gym at the very least 3 times this week. And hopefully have a nother surprising weight loss next monday. lol
Congrats to everyone on here for either losing or maintaining their weight. Reading other peoples stories really helps to keep me motivated.
May 1- 233
May 9- 2310 -
Yesterday was crazy so I forgot about this!
Alright my
SW 157
5/9 155
2lbs gone, yay!0 -
Hopefully the TOW pounds drop off as fast as they come on
5/01~ 176
5/09~ 178 TOM :huh:
5/16~
5/23~
5/30~0 -
5/1 132.2
5/7 131.20 -
Well that was a frustrating week on the scales! At one point, it was 156.3... then it went right on back up on weigh-in day. I am not exactly sure what this is due to! I was under calorie goal everyday except for one day too!! So ridiculous! Anyway, here is to a better week hopefully!
5/1: 158
5/9: 157.80 -
Four days of over the cals .. no work outs and traveling ... thought I would be gaining more than two pounds .. This week I am gonna kick some cals ..
5/1 : 213.8 lbs
5/9 : 214 lbs0 -
May 2 - 176.6
May 9 - 172.6
May 16 -
May 23 -
May 30 -
4lb. loss but realistically this was after a couple weeks of being off the plan and gaining 3.6 lbs. I am glad for this loss but what I'm most proud of is that I got back on track. In the past, I would have just thrown my hands up and said "what's the use" and kept right on that unhealthy track until I was right back where I started. I have to keep reminding myself that this is a lifestyle change and a few bad days doesn't have to mean failure.
Hope everyone has a great week.
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I am glad for this loss but what I'm most proud of is that I got back on track. In the past, I would have just thrown my hands up and said "what's the use" and kept right on that unhealthy track until I was right back where I started. I have to keep reminding myself that this is a lifestyle change and a few bad days doesn't have to mean failure.
@ Lisafrancis - AWESOME job getting back on track! I'm finding that I have to remind myself of this lifestyle change as well. I allowed myself to be out of control for many, many years. The mindset & approach to eating won't change overnight but as long as I continue working on it each day...IT WILL CHANGE!!! Nice Work!!!0 -
I forgot to mention this because I was frustrated, but on a good note I did loose a 1/2 an inch around my hips which is awesome!0
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Challenge Stats:
Weight as of 5/1/2011 = 129 lbs.
Weight as of 5/9/2011 = 128 lbs
One week=1 pound
I am happy with that!!0 -
Stats so far:
5/1 - 274.8
5/7 - 273.4 Slow and steady. 0 -
Hello everyone,
I have worked extremely hard religiously making sure I have at least 10,000 steps. Ultimately, last week, I accumulated over 100,000 steps and weight is the same. I am frustrated in weighting myself this morning, number is 115.0. I have not been 115lbs for over 2 years! I consistently watch the scale but I let it go for almost a month and I was eating chocolates, ice cream and breads! Anyways, this week, my goal is to have 12, 500 steps every day and food journal every day. Good luck to everyone who is working hard despite our scale numbers. Extra credit for those having 1lbs lost. I am going to challenge myself to maintain calorie check.0 -
I am in!! I leave for my Cruise on June 2 and would love to reach my mini goal of 180 by then.
How do we check in? Weekly? or the end of the month?
Whoo hoo! We CAN do this!
Do we post our statistics on the 1st?
Thanks everyone!
Stats...
May 1: 187lbs
May 7: 185.2
Loss of 1.8lbs so far 0 -
SW 150
W1 153
W2 1490 -
May SW 152
May 9th 152
lol well at least im maintaining but im getting really really tired of this number!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Everyone is doing great keep up the good work : )0 -
WOW - So many great losses this week! WyoRed, moyafigura, kickrz, fabulousfifty, aab1 (congrats on the size 14 too)! And Nanberube - welcome to ONE-derland!
Wow - everyone is doing just great!
Ok...back to reading up on you all - so many posts!!! :bigsmile:0 -
SW May 1: 198.2
CW May 9: 195.4
= loss of 2.8 lbs. :happy:0 -
I forgot to mention this because I was frustrated, but on a good note I did loose a 1/2 an inch around my hips which is awesome!
I know what you mean, I was only down 1/2 pound and was frustrated as well. But losing inches is good to, so congrats for that!!0 -
I believe my starting weight was 171.2 on may 1. My goal is to be 164 pounds. Not 164.5 or 164.2, just 164. We will see again on Wednesday.0
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I'm with 55tolose. I did not have a change either and I am tired of the plateau thing. I decided to change things up a little (meaning my workouts, but I just really started the other day). We'll see how that goes. I guess I shouldn't complain at least I'm consistent and not gaining. It is also my ToTM and that too always is a factor. A new week a new effort. Here I go!
Start weight for challenge
5/1 - 169
5/9 - 169
(GW by end of challenge - 165)0 -
I'm in. Hope to do a little more...but up for the challenge.
I did 5lbs last month, so yep...I'm ready.
SW: 200lbs0 -
:flowerforyou: :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou: Well, we need to monitor more our calories in my opinion and overall the group is doing well in exercise. Let's all journal all our food every day. It certainly will give me a really check and of course a good scale number by Monday. For those that are willing to go the extra mile let's commit tomorrow. Yipey Hooray, and good luck for to all. Best Rosie More0
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NHGirl23....I will need to measure myself by this weekend. Good thinking,,,maybe I have lost some inches. My clothes is not as tight, but yikes the scale number is freaking the same. I need to take more responsibility on my food intake. I am going to send my food intake to all of you. Come on five pounds down for GOOD :explode: !0
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i have been trying to lose 5 pounds for the past 3 months. it's not working!!0
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i have been trying to lose 5 pounds for the past 3 months. it's not working!!
It looks you don't have much to lose, and getting the last few pounds off is a definitely a challenge. I would recommend searching the message boards for tips on how to get the last 5 to 10 pounds off. I think one way is dong HIIT (high intensity interval training). Check it out, and good luck!0 -
I'm disappointed in myself, but here it is.. It's lose 5 not gain 5 right?? lol
Check in 5/02: 166.4
WK #1 5/09: 168.0
WK #2 5/16:
WK #3 5/23
WK #4 5/30:
Final weight 5/31:0 -
167 this morning. My starting was 171, my goal is 164, only 3 to go! 0
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May 3rd: 195.2 lbs
May 10th: 190.4 lbs
I had SO wanted to get to 189 today (then I would see that 60 lbs gone on my ticker). Today is my ONE YEAR anniversary of my new life. I haven't missed one single day on MFP. I am grateful to this challenge for helping me to get where I am today. I have been doing this challenge every month since I joined. Sometimes I hit 12 lbs lost in a month, and one month I even gained 3 lbs, but it keeps me in line & moving! I hope you all know how much I appreciate your support & inspiration. Thank you! :flowerforyou:0 -
May 3rd: 195.2 lbs
May 10th: 190.4 lbs
I had SO wanted to get to 189 today (then I would see that 60 lbs gone on my ticker). Today is my ONE YEAR anniversary of my new life. I haven't missed one single day on MFP. I am grateful to this challenge for helping me to get where I am today. I have been doing this challenge every month since I joined. Sometimes I hit 12 lbs lost in a month, and one month I even gained 3 lbs, but it keeps me in line & moving! I hope you all know how much I appreciate your support & inspiration. Thank you! :flowerforyou:
Way to go. And congratulations on your new lifestyle.0
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