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  • izzy214
    izzy214 Posts: 551 Member
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    Welcome Newbies, Glad to have you. You are never to late, just jump in and enjoy your journey.
    Post at least once a week to check in with progress and anytime you have anything you would like to add.
  • ljschou
    ljschou Posts: 15 Member
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    Name: Lynda
    Age:43
    Height:5'7

    Start Weight (July 20):158
    Goal Weight (7 Oct ): 148

    20th July:158
    27th July:157
    3rd August:
    7th August:
    17th August:
    24th August:
    31st August:
    7th of Sept:
    14th of Sept:

    Weekly goal is to lose 1 lb per week.
  • ljschou
    ljschou Posts: 15 Member
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    izzy214 wrote: »
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    Change Your Mood

    "Researchers found that people who ate junk food were 51 percent more likely to show signs of depression, And the more junk food they ate, the more likely they were to be depressed. That sheds some light on the emotional eating cycle many fall culprit to — finding solace in a bag of chips or carton of ice cream when we are sad or stressed out. Next time a low mood triggers cravings for an unhealthy binge, swap the junk for chocolate. "It's likely to satisfy your craving for something sweet and make you feel good at the same time." EH


    Yay! I just ate a piece of dark chocolate because I was feeling tired
  • izzy214
    izzy214 Posts: 551 Member
    edited August 2015
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    Selective About The Foods We Eat

    After age 30, our metabolism begins to gradually decline, which means we have to be even more selective about the foods we eat. There’s less room for empty calories from sugary drinks, desserts, and snacks, and greater demand for foods with a high nutrient-to-calorie ratio. At the same time, many people develop a greater appreciation for healthy eating as they age, and they’re on the hunt for multitasking foods that can help lower blood pressure and cholesterol and protect against diseases like type 2 diabetes.

    Eating a variety of whole foods really is the key to a healthy diet. Powerhouse ingredients like beans and leafy greens supply much-needed vitamins and minerals and help the body stay metabolically fit, making them terrific everyday staples.
  • izzy214
    izzy214 Posts: 551 Member
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    Good Morning Everyone
    Its the weekend again and I am sure for some of us that means struggling with our food choices. In todays society
    it seems everything revolves around food. We can not escape it, its constantly on tv, the web, apps etc. No matter what we are doing, it is being drilled into our minds and we are not aware of it. Its like we are all being brain washed and walk around thinking about our next meal. Well, that's why it is so important to plan a head and have on hand healthy snacks and check out menus before we go out to eat. That way you will be informed ahead of time and can make healthier choices and stay ahead of the game. Be sure to take a snack along when out and about to keep you from being tempted and overly hungry. Oh, don't forget to drink plenty of water.
    Enjoy your weekend and stay healthy.
  • 1214sarah
    1214sarah Posts: 17 Member
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    Name: Sarah
    Age:34
    Height:5'2

    Start Weight (July 19):178.2
    Goal Weight (7 Oct ): 155

    July 19th: 178.2
    July 26th: 173.4
    August 2nd: 172.6

    Weight loss slowed a bit this week. Back from vacation so hopefully I will get back on track!
    Weekly goal is to lose 2 lbs a week.

  • fourterrys
    fourterrys Posts: 90 Member
    edited August 2015
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    Name: Lydia
    Start Weight: 215
    Goal (for challenge): 199

    7/11: 215
    7/18: 212
    7/25: 212
    8/2: 209.5

    Had a great week coming back from a non-losing week! Lots of exercise and MUCH better food choices this week!

    Goal for next week: 2 lbs

    Good luck everyone!
  • izzy214
    izzy214 Posts: 551 Member
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    Good job ladies!
  • buxbert
    buxbert Posts: 244 Member
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    height: 167 cm
    age: 43

    Starting today:
    7 July: 83.4 kg
    Start Weight (7th July):83.4 kg
    Goal Weight (28 Sept):78 kg

    7th July: 83.4
    13th July: 83.6
    21st July: 82.3
    27th July: 81.8
    3rd August: 80.8
    10th August
    17th August
    24th August
    28th August
    16th September
    21st September
    28th September

    Weight loss goal for this week: 0.5 kg
    Weight lost/gained this week: - 1 kg

  • dizzieblondeuk
    dizzieblondeuk Posts: 286 Member
    edited August 2015
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    Weekly weight in:

    Height: 5'5'
    Starting weight: 13st 5lb (187lb)
    12 week goal weight: 12st 2lb (170lb)

    06 July: 13st 3lb (185lb)
    13 July: 13st 2.5lb (184.5lb)
    20 July: 13st 1.5lb (183.5lb)
    27 July: 13st (182lb)
    3 Aug: 12st 13.5lb (181.5lb)

    7 Aug:
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    24 Aug:
    31 Aug:

    7 Sep:
    14 Sep:

    Weight loss this week: 0.5lb, with a total weight loss for 5 weeks of 5.5lb. Yet another overindulgent weekend but, unlike last week, I didn't bank any calories to help me, and it's shown in just 0.5lb lost (although I'm happy it's a minus)! I am seeing body shape changes, since I increased my exercise frequency, and added in strength training. I'm now down a dress size from UK size 18 to 16. So, I'm going to take those other victories to balance out the slight disappointment in the scale number. However, seeing the figure sitting under 13 stone for the first time in god knows how long is a small victory in itself!

    This week, I'm still aiming for 1.5lb, but I am going to bear in mind those weekend indulgences, and make a concerted effort to bank a lot of my exercise calories this week, as insurance, and see how the figures stack up next Monday.
  • izzy214
    izzy214 Posts: 551 Member
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    Drink more Water

    "Water is an essential component of calorie burning and it helps flush out any excess sodium and fluid you may be hanging on to. Plus a recent study found that adults who simply gulped two cups of water before meals enjoyed a major weight loss benefit; they shed 40 percent more weight over a 12-week period while following a reduced calorie plan. The same group of scientists previously found that subjects who drank two cups before meals naturally consumed 75 to 90 fewer calories, an amount that could really snowball day after day.

    The truth is it’s normal for your weight to ebb and flow, so don’t panic if you see slight ups and downs. Plateaus can be broken and most weight fluctuations are due to changes in water weight, stored carbohydrates, or waste that hasn’t been eliminated from your body yet. Rather than getting caught up in the numbers try to focus on how you feel. If you’re consistent you’ll continue moving in the right direction." SM
  • ziehm1am
    ziehm1am Posts: 63 Member
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    I'm going to change my dates a little as I started my new lifestyle change July 20th and have it very well documented :) I weigh myself only on Mondays so I don't get to discouraged by the ups and downs through the week. It definitely works for me..

    Name: Aaron
    Age: 25
    Height: 6'-0"

    Start Weight (20th July):270
    Goal Weight (11th October):230

    27th July: 260.2

    3rd Aug: 256.0
    10th Aug:
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  • beccaawalsh
    beccaawalsh Posts: 45 Member
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    I'm in!

    Name: Becca
    Age: 27
    Height: 5'4"
    3rd August: 152.6
    10 August:
    17th August:
    24th August:
    30th August:
    6th September:

    Weight goal for this week: lose 1-1.5 pounds.

  • BethMarieVA
    BethMarieVA Posts: 64 Member
    edited August 2015
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    opps! I thought this started July 29th! I just noticed this challenge started in June. I guess I am a little late, lol! Good luck everyone!
  • Louz163
    Louz163 Posts: 243 Member
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    Update 3rd August

    Name: Laura
    Age:27
    Height:5'7

    Start Weight (29th June):171
    Goal Weight (14th Sept ): 151

    29th June:171
    6th July: 169
    13th July: 167
    20th July: 166
    27th July: 165
    3rd August: 163
    7th August:
    17th August:
    24th August:
    31st August:
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    14th of Sept:

    Weight goal for this week: 2 pounds

    Currently lost 61 pounds since the 2nd of January
  • springmiyake
    springmiyake Posts: 30 Member
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    Name: Cindy
    Age: 27
    Height:5'7"

    Start Weight (7th July):193.6
    Goal Weight (14th Sept):175


    7th July: 193.6
    13th July: 190.0
    20nd July: 187.4
    27th July:189.0
    3rd August: 183.2
    10th August:
    17th August:

    Weight goal for this week: 2 lbs
    Weight lost/gained this week: -5.8

    Finally got rid of the water in my body. Gotta watch my sodium so I can stay on track!
  • Radory
    Radory Posts: 35 Member
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    Name: Melissa (Radory)
    Age: 39
    Height: 5'9"

    Start Weight (29th June): 294.2
    Goal Weight (14th Sept): 272.0

    29th June: 294.2
    6th July: 291.6
    13th July: 289.0
    20nd July: 284.8
    27th July: 284.4
    3rd August: 281.4
    10th August:
    17th August:
    24th August:
    31st August:
    7th September:
    14th September:


    Weight goal for this week: 2 pounds
    Weight lost/gained this week: -3.0 pounds
    Total change: -12.8 pounds

    :)
  • izzy214
    izzy214 Posts: 551 Member
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    Everyone is doing great and I appreciate the progress reports, keep up the great work.
    Welcome Newbies
  • gabriele01
    gabriele01 Posts: 25 Member
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    Almost forgot...

    Name: Gabi
    Age:38
    Height:5'10

    Start Weight (29th June):284
    Goal Weight (14th Sept): 249

    29th June:284
    6th July: 282
    13th July: 278
    20nd July: 273
    27th July: 270
    3rd August : 265
    10th August:
    17th August:
    24th August:
    31st August:
    7th September:
    14th September:


    Weight goal for this week: 3 + pounds
    Weight lost/gained this past week: -5 pounds

  • Swanson83
    Swanson83 Posts: 226 Member
    edited August 2015
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    Name: Amy
    Age:32
    Height:5'7

    Start Weight (29th June):140
    Goal Weight (14th Sept):128

    29th June:140
    6th July: 140
    13th July: 139
    20nd July: 137
    27th July: 133.4
    3rd Aug: 132.6

    Weight goal for this week: -1 pound
    Weight lost/gained this week: -.8 lb

    Seriously, I had a really rough week last week and this weekend I got together with my family. Even with lots of healthy food I still went WAY over calories on Saturday! Sunday I got back on track and took a 2 mile walk on top of my 4 miles I had put in just around the house. Goal for next week is -2.

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