"12 Weeks Weightloss Challenge" All Welcome

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  • izzy214
    izzy214 Posts: 551 Member
    Good Morning Everyone
    I hope that you are having a great holiday weekend. Remember to plan for your outings, stay hydrated and enjoy the fun. B)
  • izzy214
    izzy214 Posts: 551 Member
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    When your day is jam-packed with everything but time for a workout, try incorporating a few of the quick tips below to stay on top of your game.

    1. Take the stairs. You expected this one. So, why aren’t you already doing it?! If you’re in a time crunch and really need to take the elevator, do some calf raises while you wait.

    2. Go face to face. Technology is awesome — it brought you here! But it’s time to get up, walk over to your co-worker or neighbor and talk to them face-to-face instead via text message or e-mail. You’ll probably get more accomplished with an in-person conversation anyway.

    3. Track your hydration. It’s tough to know how much water you drink (or don’t drink) every day, so mark up your water bottle or tally your score in a planner or use an app, like Waterlogged.

    4. Ditch convenience for weight. For quick errands, forget the cart. Use a basket. Make one trip instead of two when carrying in the groceries by loading the bags into one big bag or lining them up your arms! Click here for more day-to-day transgressions of strong women.

    5. Go the long way. Park farther away, walk around the block, choose the scenic route or whatever it takes for you to get those steps in!

    6. Pack fiber and protein. When you know you’re going to have a crazy day, do yourself a favor and pack some fuel. Protein and fiber-filled snacks are best because they’ll fill you up and boost your energy. Click here for snack inspiration.

    7. Breathe. Take 60 seconds to drop what you’re doing, close your eyes and inhale. Slowly exhale, dropping your shoulders away from your ears and letting all the noise fade. It will help slow your racing heart and ease your stress, which leads to the buildup of cortisol and fat storage.

    8. Take phone calls standing. Ring, ring! Leg muscles, here, ask for a quick shake and stretch. Pace, squat,
    lunge or stretch a little. SM


  • izzy214
    izzy214 Posts: 551 Member
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    You will never change your life until you change something you do daily.
    The secret of your success is found in your daily routine. <3
  • Bayside82
    Bayside82 Posts: 1 Member
    Name: Ellie
    Age:35
    Height:5'5

    Start Weight (5th Sept):185.8
    Goal Weight (5th Dec):170.8

    12th Sept:
    19th Sept:
    26th Sept:
    3rd Oct:
    10th Oct:
    17th Oct:
    24th Oct:
    31st Oct:
    7th Nov:
    14th Nov:
    21st Nov:
    28th Nov: Be mindful for Thanksgiving/holiday - maintain
    5th Dec:

    Weight goal for this week: -1.25 pounds
    Weight lost/gained this week:

    I started MFP June 29th, 2015 at 199 pounds. I've lost 13.2 pounds so far. :smile:
  • noahlukiemama
    noahlukiemama Posts: 20 Member
    Hi I'd like to join the challenge.

    Name: Joyce
    Pounds to lose by December 6: 13.

    Sept 6: 0 lost
    Sept 13:
    Sept 20:
    Sept 27:
  • izzy214
    izzy214 Posts: 551 Member
    Welcome Newbies
    We are so glad to have you and we are looking forward to your post.
    Congratulations Ellie on your 13 pounds gone with MFP. Way to go!
  • izzy214
    izzy214 Posts: 551 Member
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    Lose weight with mindful eating

    How many calories do you consume without even realizing it? Mindful eating — especially during social situations — is an effective weight-loss strategy that encourages you to slow down and pay more attention to your food. It helps focus your senses on exploring, savoring and tasting, and teaches you to follow hunger cues. Put mindful eating into practice with these ideas as you prepare and eat meals this holiday weekend. It gets easier over time!

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  • jennifermi
    jennifermi Posts: 50 Member
    Name: Jennifer
    Age:36
    Height:5'5

    Start Weight (29th June):216.2
    Goal Weight (14th Sept): 199

    29th June:216.2
    6th July:214.8
    13th July:211.7
    20nd July:209.6
    27th July: 208.2
    3rd August: 206.0

    10th August: 204.7
    17th August: 205.2
    24th August: 203.4
    30th August: 201.0

    7th September: 199.8


    Weight goal for this week: 2
    Weight lost/gained this week: 1.2
    Weight lost to date: 16.3

    Didn't have the best week, gave in to temptation more than I would have liked but by the end I the week (and after having a good talk with myself) I did better and was able to manage a loss
  • izzy214
    izzy214 Posts: 551 Member
    Jennifer you are doing good, 16.3 pound total loss is great you are now in Wonderland. Below 200 that is fabulous!
    I hope I can soon join you, just can't seem to move off the 204.8. I hurt my foot and have not been able to walk my 3 to 4 miles a day. It makes a difference. Hang in there- We Can Do This!
  • Louz163
    Louz163 Posts: 243 Member
    Name: Laura
    Age:27
    Height:5'7

    Start Weight (29th June):171
    Goal Weight (14th Sept ): 154

    29th June:171
    6th July: 169
    13th July: 167
    20th July: 166
    27th July: 165
    3rd August: 163
    10th August: 161
    17th August: 159
    24th August: 157
    31st August: 157
    7th of Sept: 155
    14th of Sept:

    Weight goal for this week: 2 pounds

    Currently lost 69 pounds since the 2nd of January


  • izzy214
    izzy214 Posts: 551 Member
    Laura you almost there, you have done so wonderful. You are very inspiring.
  • gabriele01
    gabriele01 Posts: 25 Member
    I'M SO CLOSE I CAN TASTE IT!!!

    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: 262
    17th August: 259
    24th August: 258
    31st August: 255
    7th September: 251
    14th September:


    Weight goal for this week: -2 pounds
    Weight lost/gained this past week: -4 pounds
    Total weight lost since 6/16/2015: 50 pounds

  • Radory
    Radory Posts: 35 Member
    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: 277.8
    17th August: 280.0 (Anniversary Weekend)
    24th August:277.4
    31st August: 273.8
    7th September: 273.8
    14th September:


    Weight goal for this week: 2 pounds
    Weight lost/gained this week: -0.0 pounds (But I didn't gain!!)
    Total change: -20.4 pounds
  • hollyelise68
    hollyelise68 Posts: 96 Member
    Starting this week.
    SEPT 7- 203

    Goal this week is 2 lbs. Also get 10 cups water and exercise every day.
  • izzy214
    izzy214 Posts: 551 Member
    Gabi & Melisa you are so close, you will be there by your next weigh in. You both give me hope.
    Welcome holly, great to have you.
  • izzy214
    izzy214 Posts: 551 Member
    still holding at 204, my goal for the coming week 2 pounds
  • ziehm1am
    ziehm1am Posts: 63 Member
    edited September 2015
    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: 252.4
    17th Aug: 247.6
    24th Aug: 245.0
    31st Aug: 240.0

    7th Sep: 238.0
    14th Sep:
    21st Sep:
    28th Sep:

    4th Oct:
    11th Oct:

    Goal weight loss for this week: 3 pounds
    Weight loss so far: 32 pounds!
  • izzy214
    izzy214 Posts: 551 Member
    congratulations Aaron, very impressive. A loss every week wow!
  • izzy214
    izzy214 Posts: 551 Member
    You may be eating more calories than you think :*


    Always check out the serving size and servings per container. This is easy to overlook, but it's really important. Those stats might not be so impressive if the serving size is very small. And it's common to see snacks that look like single portions but technically contain two to three servings. I've actually seen tortillas with two servings each... Who eats half of a tortilla?! To avoid being fooled, always flip over the package, and get the full info. HG
  • Chasity6
    Chasity6 Posts: 183 Member
    Name: Chasity
    Age: 40
    Height: 5'7"
    SW: 262.2
    GW: 237.7

    Sept. 9 = 262.2
    Sept. 16 =