Lose 30 pounds by June 15th

1/1/17: Challenge starting weight:238
6/15/17: Challenge goal: 215
Loss/gain this week: -2.6
Loss/gain for challenge: -5
Method: MFP tracking, keep 500 deficit from TDEE and increasing exercise, carb cycling

Loss for January: 234.4 -> -3.6 (and I met my mini goal of 234!)

2/2/17: 237! UGH! jumping on low carb wagon this week...here is hoping for a change!
2/9/17: 235.4 (oops..weighed in that day but forgot to post!)
2/16/17: 233
2/23/17

Loss for February: <<<mini goal --230>>>

3/2/17
3/9/17
3/16/17
3/23/17
3/30/17

Loss for March: <<<mini goal--226>>>>

4/6/17
4/13/17
4/20/17
4/27/17

Loss for April: <<<<mini goal --222>>>

5/4/17
5/11/17
5/18/17
5/25/17

Loss for May <<<mini goal--218>>>

6/1/17
6/8/17
6/15/17

stormywxs288 wrote: »

looklucklove wrote: »

This was a great week, weight loss-wise. Even with my conversation heart binge, I lost over 2 pounds. YAY!

Way to go LLL. Glad your little Bing didn't sabotage your week. Just proves we can make mistakes occasionally, but if we put it behind us and get right back to it, we can still progress towards our goals. You are an inspiration!!!!

thank you!

Challenge SW: 12/29/16: 216.0
CGW 6/15/17: 186.0
GW: approx. 158.0 (based on initial goal body fat of 23%)
UGW: 18-20.5% body fat

Weight loss method: Weighing, measuring and logging all food. Ensuring I have enough protein and good fats for satiety. Kettlebell and lifting workouts. My goal is 130g of protein each day and 25g of fiber. My averages for the week were 141g of protein and 41g of fiber. Workouts consisting of kettlebells, lifting and walking. I'm going to start to include HIIT and Tabata sessions a couple of times of week as well.

I rested my sore knee for two full weeks and it's feeling better. Three short workouts this week and lots of walking. I plan to hit the workouts a bit harder this week since my knee seems to be doing well.

1/5/17: 213.0, -3.0
1/12/17: 211.2, -1.8
1/19/17: 209.6, -1.6
1/26/17: 208.4, -1.2
2/1/17: 206.8, -1.6
2/9/17: 205.2, -1.6
2/16/17: 202.8, -2.4
2/23/17: 202.6, -0.2

The past two weeks averaged out to 1.3 loss per week. Wasn't expecting a normal loss this week, even though my eating has been on point (TOM coming up, plus made a big batch of homemade soup which was delicious, but I used a different chicken stock for the base and it was really salty - tried to keep my water intake up, but I'm not sure it was enough, and my weight has bounced all over the past week). It will be interesting to see how next week turns out.

Challenge Loss: -13.4 (45% of the way there and 16.6 to go!).

This past week's challenge: My husband was traveling so it was me vs. four kids and their schedule. It was exhausting. My sleep patterns were erratic.

This past week's successes: Solid logging and average daily deficit of 570 cal. Solid protein and fiber intake. Also, starting to workout again and my knee feeling great. I'm glad I took the extra time to rest it.

My upcoming week: Next week I work everyday M-F (7am-11am) so I'll need to be prepared with healthy snacks so I don't come home starving wanting to eat all the food in the refrigerator. Getting in all my planned workouts.

mgbb0611 wrote: »

Hi everyone! Just made it back on myfitnesspal, but I've had a ton of luck with challenges in the past and I was hoping I might be able to join, even if I'm a little late to the party. I'll share my CW and GW, and I weigh-in on Monday mornings, so I can post an update then.

If for any reason this is a "closed" challenge and you don't want latecomers, no hard feelings. Please just respond and I'll try to find another challenge. Good luck to all of you either way!

Meghan

CW 2/23/17: 180.8
GW by 6/15/17: 150.8
Final GW: 130.0

Welcome! It's never too late! You can do it!

I'm in. I've lost 6 lbs in 6 weeks I need to lose 28 more. At this pace I'll only lose 14 more but it's a real start!

Oops, first week this year I’ve gained weight (1.6 Pounds). My wife and I ate exactly the same things this week. She lost 1.2 pounds and I gained 1.6 pounds. The only difference for us was I started taking a medication that has a side-effect of weight gain. My scale says my hydration did go up, so I’m thinking it must be water weight.

Not using this as an excuse. Next week back to the grinding wheel! Going to be a hawk on my food log. I’m confident my hydration will stabilize and the weight will start to come down again.

Week 8 of 52 Update
SW 200
GW 148
CW 181.0
Lost Gained this week 1.4
Lost this year 19.0 or about 1.26 Bowling Balls



Next Week's Challenge: Overcome medication side-effects (Weight Gain)
Next Week's Goal: Get back in the weight loss column, Below 180 Lbs and above 20 Lbs lost

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asrai50asrai50 Member
February 11, 2017 7:42PM edited February 11
1/1/17: Challenge starting weight:238
6/15/17: Challenge goal: 215
Loss/gain this week: -1.6
Loss/gain for challenge: -2.6
Method: MFP tracking, keep 500 deficit from TDEE and increasing exercise

Loss for January: 234.4 -> -3.6 (and I met my mini goal of 234!)

2/2/17: 237! UGH! jumping on low carb wagon this week...here is hoping for a change!
2/9/17: 235.4 (oops..weighed in that day but forgot to post!)
2/16/17
2/23/17

Loss for February: <<<mini goal --230>>>

3/2/17
3/9/17
3/16/17
3/23/17
3/30/17

Loss for March: <<<mini goal--226>>>>

4/6/17
4/13/17
4/20/17
4/27/17

Loss for April: <<<<mini goal --222>>>

5/4/17
5/11/17
5/18/17
5/25/17

Loss for May <<<mini goal--218>>>

6/1/17
6/8/17
6/15/17
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atimeforeverypurposeatimeforeverypurpose Member
February 11, 2017 7:59PM edited February 11
Me too! Count me in. I'm 62, been so busy homeschooling my kiddos, now that three of them are in college I think I can make time to do this. I want to lose 30 by June 15, that's my birthday. It would be a very nice present.
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justjambojustjambo Member
February 11, 2017 8:27PM
A little late to the opening party, but count me in.
6lb lost so far - 24 to go! (For the challenge, I want to lose much more, but this is a great challenge. Health issues prevent excercise - so might be tough!)

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justjambojustjambo Member
February 11, 2017 8:32PM
How do you add your ticker here please? I've ticked for it to be included in posts, but it didn't show.
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LoraineGBLoraineGB Member
February 12, 2017 9:07AM
SW: 217.8 CW: 209.6 GW: 185
Total loss 8.2
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luvmy4spsluvmy4sps Member
February 12, 2017 10:44AM
I realized I forgot to post! I weighed this last Thursday

Challenge SW: 12/29/16: 216.0
CGW 6/15/17: 186.0
GW: approx. 158.0 (based on initial goal body fat of 23% - Previous goal was 156. I've put on some muscle. Yay!)
UGW: 18-20.5% body fat

Weight loss method: Weighing, measuring and logging all of my food. Ensuring I have enough protein and good fats for satiety. Kettlebell and lifting workouts. My goal is 130g of protein each day and 25g of fiber.

My averages for the week were 125g of protein and 30g of fiber, so a bit short on the protein side. I think I need to keep cooked chicken breast on hand so I have something to eat end of day if I need more protein.

This past week I only had 2 workouts - I was feeling pretty fatigued and my right knee is acting up. I focused on staying active (laundry, housework, etc.). I'm going to workout to today and see how everything feels.

1/5/17: 213.0, -3.0
1/12/17: 211.2, -1.8
1/19/17: 209.6, -1.6
1/26/17: 208.4, -1.2
2/1/2017 206.8, -1.6
2/9/2017 205.2, -1.6

Challenge Loss: -10.8 (More than a third of the way there and 19.2 to go!). I know my rate of losing will slow down soon, but I'm happy with the results so far. I've been super diligent in weighing all of my food and logging consistently, so that helps tremendously.

Welcome everyone one who is new! Keep up the fantastic work everyone!
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ferret150ferret150 Member
February 12, 2017 12:02PM
SW: 206 lbs 10/21/2016
CW: 188.8 lbs 1/4/2017
GW :150 lbs


1/5/17: 189.2 lb
1/13/17 188.8 lb
2/5/17 184.2 lb
2/12/17 180.0 lb
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rkit03rkit03 Member
February 12, 2017 7:29PM
SW: 218.9 lbs 1/8/17
GW : 188.9 lbs by 6/15/17
Total Loss: 4.1

1/8: 218.9
1/15: 221.9 (+3)
1/22: 222.9 (+1)
1/29: 218.5 (-4.4)
2/5: 215 (-3.5)
2/12: 214.8 (-0.2)
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looklucklovelooklucklove Member
February 12, 2017 9:13PM
Starting weight: 239 lbs 1/2/17
Goal weight: 209 lbs by 6/15
Current weight: 221.0
weight loss to date: 18.0
Weight loss method: low fat, low sugar, low calorie, logging everything I eat.... and TRYING to lay off the alcohol.

I am home after being gone for the last week at a conference for work. I learned a lot, ate a lot, and drank a WHOLE lot! I wasn't expecting to lose anything, so I was really happy to have lost a half a pound! Whoo hoo!

For next week, I'll be focusing on really watching what I eat, so I can lose those two pounds to get to the 20 pound mark. Let's do this!

So nice to see so many new faces! Have a great week!

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stormywxs288stormywxs288 Member
February 13, 2017 9:51AM edited February 13
justjambo wrote: »
How do you add your ticker here please? I've ticked for it to be included in posts, but it didn't show.

https://www.tickerfactory.com/ezticker/ticker_designer.php?type=3L

Try the above link. It should get you to the Ticker Factory site. Follow the prompts and create a ticker you like.

At the end you'll be asked to choose a format. Chose the BB format. Copy the line of gibberish in that box. Then go to our 30 pounds by June forum and paste that line of gibberish in a reply box. I think there is an option to preview a post. When you preview your post you should see the ticker. Then you can go back to edit and finish your post.

Hope that works for you. I'll be looking for your ticker.
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stormywxs288stormywxs288 Member
February 13, 2017 9:54AM edited February 13
Happy early Valentine's Day. I'm hoping I don't get any chocolates tomorrow. I have a weakness for them and they will sabotage my efforts. If they are somebody else's gift I can fend off the occasional offer to partake. However, if they are mine I will eventually cave and devour them myself.
I think my plan will be to offer them to everybody I see before my reptile brain takes over and I start eating everything I see. At least I have a plan. Hope it works?????


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MrsPinterest34MrsPinterest34 Member
February 13, 2017 9:58AM
MrsPinterest34 wrote: »
SW: Jan 1: 175
Jan 31: 170
Feb 15:
Feb 28:
March 15:
March 31:
April 15:
April 30:
May 15:
May 31:
June 15:
GW: 135

Feb.12- 168.5

Total loss so far- 6.5lbs
A bit early with my number. I'll be traveling from Feb15.

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WickedMotivatedWickedMotivated Member
February 13, 2017 12:30PM
LOSE 30# BY 6/15/2017
CW 1/2/17: 202.8
GW 6/12/17: 172.8
UGW#1: 160

1/2: 202.8
1/9: 201.2 (-1.6)
1/16: 197.0 (-4.2)
1/23: 195.6 (-1.4)
1/30: 195.4 (-0.2)
2/6: 194.8 (-0.6)
2/13: 193.2 (-1.6)

TOTAL LOSS SO FAR: 9.6
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Forest91Forest91 Member
February 13, 2017 5:44PM
1/1/17:Challenge starting weight:151lbs
6/15/17:Challenge goal:121lbs

1/6/17:150.8lbs(-0.2lbs)
1/13/17:149.4lbs(-1.4lbs)
1/20/17:149.4lbs(0lbs)
1/27/17:147.8lbs(-1.6lbs)

Loss for January:3.2lbs <<<mini goal--147lbs>>>>

2/3/17:147.8lbs(0lbs)
2/10/17:148.4lbs(+0.6lbs
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justjambojustjambo Member
February 13, 2017 5:57PM
stormywxs288 wrote: »
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https://www.tickerfactory.com/ezticker/ticker_designer.php?type=3L

Try the above link. It should get you to the Ticker Factory site. Follow the prompts and create a ticker you like.

At the end you'll be asked to choose a format. Chose the BB format. Copy the line of gibberish in that box. Then go to our 30 pounds by June forum and paste that line of gibberish in a reply box. I think there is an option to preview a post. When you preview your post you should see the ticker. Then you can go back to edit and finish your post.

Hope that works for you. I'll be looking for your ticker.

Thank you Stormy, hopefully it works now!



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looklucklovelooklucklove Member
February 13, 2017 10:44PM
stormywxs288 wrote: »
Happy early Valentine's Day. I'm hoping I don't get any chocolates tomorrow. I have a weakness for them and they will sabotage my efforts. If they are somebody else's gift I can fend off the occasional offer to partake. However, if they are mine I will eventually cave and devour them myself.
I think my plan will be to offer them to everybody I see before my reptile brain takes over and I start eating everything I see. At least I have a plan. Hope it works?????

I plan on giving candy to everyone I see tomorrow! The more everyone else eats, the better I look!
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stormywxs288stormywxs288 Member
February 15, 2017 8:52PM edited February 15
Not my weigh-in day but I wanted to tell everyone how chocolate DID NOT sabotage my Valentine's Day. Managed to avoid sweets all day but I did cave on my Paleo (caveman) diet. We had a new restaurant open in town and it was calling my name. So wifey and me had a lunch date that kind of went off the Paleo track.

Oh well, I'm back on track and hoping there is enough time between now and Friday morning to make a difference. I try not to sneak a peek of the scales between weigh-ins, so we'll see what happens Friday morning. I'll check back in then.

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looklucklovelooklucklove Member
February 15, 2017 11:21PM
Today I lost 20 pounds, so I did a progression photo. On the left is before I lost any weight, and on the right is a picture I took today. Not only can I not tell that I lost any weight, I actually look BETTER in the left pic when I'm 20 pounds heavier. I am totally depressed now.
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February 16, 2017 4:40AM

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February 16, 2017 7:30AM

LOSE 30# BY 6/15/2017
OSW: 233
MFPSW 7/1/16: 223
CW 12/29/16: 197.8
GW 6/15/17: 167.8
UGW#1: 160

1/5: 196.6 (-1.2)
1/12: 197.4 (+0.8)
1/19: 195.8 (-1.6)
1/26: 196.4 (+.6); 1/31: 195.8
2/2: 193.2 (-3.2)
2/9: 192 (-1.2)
2/16: 191.6 (-.4)

Challenge Weight Loss: - 5.8 pounds
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LoraineGBLoraineGB Member
February 16, 2017 8:38AM
looklucklove wrote: »
Today I lost 20 pounds, so I did a progression photo. On the left is before I lost any weight, and on the right is a picture I took today. Not only can I not tell that I lost any weight, I actually look BETTER in the left pic when I'm 20 pounds heavier. I am totally depressed now.
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Don't be discouraged, put on the same outfit as the left and feel the difference!
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luvmy4spsluvmy4sps Member
February 16, 2017 8:55AM
Challenge SW: 12/29/16: 216.0
CGW 6/15/17: 186.0
GW: approx. 158.0 (based on initial goal body fat of 23%)
UGW: 18-20.5% body fat

Weight loss method: Weighing, measuring and logging all food. Ensuring I have enough protein and good fats for satiety. Kettlebell and lifting workouts. My goal is 130g of protein each day and 25g of fiber. My averages for the week were 131g of protein and 30g of fiber,

No workouts this past week. My knee was still sore and I wanted to give it a few more days. It feels great today and I’m looking forward to getting back to working out.

1/5/17: 213.0, -3.0
1/12/17: 211.2, -1.8
1/19/17: 209.6, -1.6
1/26/17: 208.4, -1.2
2/1/2017 206.8, -1.6
2/9/2017 205.2, -1.6
2/16/2017 202.8, -2.4

On paper my loss look great, but it’s not. Some of it was definitely water weight from no longer working out (muscles retain water for repair). Plus, I know I didn’t restrict myself enough to really lose 2.4 pounds (my average daily deficit for the week was approx.. 625 cal.). This is the first week where my measurements have not really changed from last week’s. This next week I would love to see my measurements go down with a modest loss (.8-1.2 pounds).

Challenge Loss: -13.2 (44% of the way there and 16.8 to go!).

This past week's challenge: My husband was traveling so it was me vs. four kids and their schedule. Continuing to rest knowing it is the best thing for my knee. I tend to push myself too hard and get burned out. I’m thinking every 4 weeks I need to take a break with the workouts and focus on stretching, mobility and walking only.

This past week's successes: Solid logging and average daily deficit. More daily activity due to not being so exhausted from working out, plus my knee feels great today! Looking forward to getting in a workout today. Realizing as much as I love to workout hard, I need to be in this for life and can’t risk an injury. Extra effort getting in all my protein for the week.

My upcoming week: My husband is traveling again. It will be me vs. kiddos and their schedule again. I will start my workouts again. I plan to workout four times plus walk. I can’t let the fact that my measurements didn’t change frustrate me. Many times frustration will equal a spectacular fall off the wagon. Not this time! Progress not perfection!
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luvmy4spsluvmy4sps Member
February 16, 2017 8:58AM
looklucklove wrote: »
Today I lost 20 pounds, so I did a progression photo. On the left is before I lost any weight, and on the right is a picture I took today. Not only can I not tell that I lost any weight, I actually look BETTER in the left pic when I'm 20 pounds heavier. I am totally depressed now.
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You are being too hard on yourself. There is a definite change! The picture on the left is taken at a much more flattering angle and your clothes are very flattering for your figure (and behind a cardigan). In the picture on the right, you are rocking a shirt that looks awesome (your midsection looks very much improved) and I can see your waist! Your are taking the picture straight on which generally is generally not flattering, but you look great despite that.
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ilikelightsilikelights Member
February 16, 2017 11:48AM edited February 16
Hi,
I see people are still joining this challenge and I'd love to join, too!
I'm a 42 yo mother/wife/artist. Losing 30 pounds by June 15 would be great timing for me. I'd like to lose a total of somewhere between 30-49 pounds, depending upon how I look, feel health-wise and how my motivation is. I hope I will stay motivated and lose the full 49 pounds, but my main goal is better health and to look/feel better in clothing. I need to lose almost 30 pounds to be in the healthy weight range.
I'm on my phone right now, but I will go back and read the whole thread when I'm on a different device in order to make sure I have the rules down.
I plan on logging in daily and my meals are viewable to friends.
I'm looking forward to getting to know you all!
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calipoolgirlcalipoolgirl Member
February 16, 2017 12:13PM
I'd like to join also!
I'm a 46 year old mom of 3 and I desperately need to focus and lose at least 30-40 lbs. I have bad knees as well as plantar fasciitis in both feet. When I'm at a healthy weight my knees and feet don't have many issues so I need to lose weight for so many reasons! But even beyond that, I am so TIRED of not being healthy. I want to set the right example for my kids on how to take care of our bodies (both with the right foods and exercise).

Very excited to be a part of this!!!
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February 16, 2017 12:22PM

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February 16, 2017 6:09PM
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You are being too hard on yourself. There is a definite change! The picture on the left is taken at a much more flattering angle and your clothes are very flattering for your figure (and behind a cardigan). In the picture on the right, you are rocking a shirt that looks awesome (your midsection looks very much improved) and I can see your waist! Your are taking the picture straight on which generally is generally not flattering, but you look great despite that.

You need to wear similar clothing for your photos and keep the same pose. Your "before" clothes hide the weight, and the bright pink blouse in today's photo accentuates your figure. Your face is definitely slimmer, though.

Don't give up!
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Pooshka2Pooshka2 Member
February 17, 2017 7:22AM
Friday Weigh-in! Down another two and a half pounds!

Starting weight: 230.6
Goal weight: 150
Progress to date: 13.4 pounds lost

Weigh-ins:
1/3: 230.6
2/1: 222.0 (month’s loss)
2/3: 221.0
2/10: 219.8
2/17: 217.2

Dental problems this week, makes for a good appetite suppressant.
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typeitdailytypeitdaily Member
February 17, 2017 7:37AM
MFP Start Weight: 257.8
CW 12/30/16: 217.8
GW 6/15/17: 187
UGW 140

1/6: 214.6
1/13: 213.5
1/20: 213
1/27: 213
2/4: 218.6
2/11: 217.4
2/18: 217
2/25: 217
3/2:
3/9:
3/16:
3/23:
3/30:
4/7:
4/14:
4/21:
4/28:
5/5:
5/12:
5/19:
5/26:
6/3:
6/10:
6/17:

Challenge Weight Loss:

I am changing my weigh in day to Friday to accommodate a guiltless Friday night cheat meal..

LOSE 30# BY 6/15/2017
CW 1/2/17: 202.8
GW 6/12/17: 172.8
UGW#1: 160

1/2: 202.8
1/9: 201.2 (-1.6)
1/16: 197.0 (-4.2)
1/23: 195.6 (-1.4)
1/30: 195.4 (-0.2)
2/6: 194.8 (-0.6)
2/13: 193.2 (-1.6)
2/20: 194.0 (+0.8)
2/24: 192.8 (-1.2)

TOTAL LOSS SO FAR: 10

SW: 217.8 CW: 205.2 GW: 185
Total loss 12.6

1/1/17: Challenge starting weight:211
6/15/17: Challenge goal: 175
Loss/gain this week:
Loss/gain for challenge:
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1/1/17: 211
1/6/17: 206.8 (-4.2lbs)
1/13/17: 209. 6 (+2.8lbs)
1/20/17: 207.6 (-2lbs)
1/27/17: 204 (-3.6lbs)

Loss for January: 211-> 204 : -7lbs
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2/2/17: 201
2/9/17: 200.2
2/16/17: 201.6
2/23/17: 201.6

Loss for February: 204 -> 201.6 : -2.4lbs
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mini goal for March: 190

3/2/17
3/9/17
3/16/17
3/23/17
3/30/17

Loss for March: 201.6 ->
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Mini goal for April

4/6/17
4/13/17
4/20/17
4/27/17

Loss for April:
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Mini goal for May

5/4/17
5/11/17
5/18/17
5/25/17
5/31/17

Loss for May
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Mini goal for June

6/1/17
6/8/17
6/15/17
6/22/17
6/29/17

Loss for June