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Jumpstart January 2018: Week 4 (1/22-1/31)

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  • solska
    solska Posts: 348 Member
    Almost three pounds loss after almost ten days. I'm not cutting calories much so happy to see some progress at least. I watched a bunch of tv online last night after a tough week so didn't sleep enough and it's a reminder of how lack of sleep (and a day with no sun in the morning) impedes my motivation. I do really well until really late and then eat too much of something like low carb tortillas or higher carb vegs which slows me down. But letting myself transition from the last few months of carb fest still so not terrible. It's annoying to lose half the progress and start half way over but gotta think that it's better than having gone totally back to the starting point I guess.
  • skinnyjingbb
    skinnyjingbb Posts: 127 Member
    anuary Goal: Lose 6 lbs
    Daily Goal:
    *log everyday: yes
    *stay within calorie budget:no
    *stay within carb goal: no
    *Excersise min 30 min: not everyday
    *Add strength training or intense cardio: none
  • Cadori
    Cadori Posts: 4,810 Member
    Food :+1:
    Water :-1:
    Sleep :+1:
    Exercise - planned rest day
  • Koso2006
    Koso2006 Posts: 123 Member
    1/26
    1) Carbs B)
    2) Water B)
    3) Steps B)

    Racking up the days....hoping to see some movement on the scale soon. Feeling lighter - clothes fitting much better!!!
  • bozmo
    bozmo Posts: 177 Member
    Results for 1/26:

    Log all food :)
    Stay under carbs :| haven't been trying on the weekend. Food is well under, but beer puts me ahead
    Plan tomorrows food :) crock pot ribs while we watch supercross
    Exercise :|
    Stretch :)

    I can do this!
  • solska
    solska Posts: 348 Member
    No weight loss. Bad sleep. Not feeling great. Having too much low carb bread. Overall not too bad.
  • Koso2006
    Koso2006 Posts: 123 Member
    1/27
    1) Carbs B)
    2) Water B)
    3) Steps B)

    Was within my carb range, but over calories by about 200.
  • mlinton_mesapark
    mlinton_mesapark Posts: 517 Member
    Planning ahead: Monday meal prep only got us through about Thursday, so tomorrow I need to double or triple recipes and just buy more food. Our grocery bill has been higher this month, but some of that is paying for supplements that I won't usually have to buy all at once. Besides, I'd rather spend the money at the grocery store than the doctor's office.

    Staying under carbs/calories: Other than a couple of glasses of wine and a very small amount of cheese, I've eaten totally in plan this week, which means my carbs probably didn't exceed 150 per day, and calories ended up within approximately +/- 10% of my target, 1930.

    Exercise: I haven't stuck with my 3 days/week walking plan. However, I did Tae Kwon Do and went on a 5.5-mile hike, plus a little bike ride yesterday with DD.

    Sleep: I'm getting to bed on time, but waking up in the middle of the night with allergy symptoms, then having to go back to bed. Not great, not terrible.

    Water: Hasn't been as much of a focus this week, but I usually hydrate well, especially at work when I'm singing all the time.

    Electrolytes and supplements: Keeping up with this daily, including the cup of salty bone broth.

    My weight has done the dip down and then swell up 1-2 pounds thing, like it often does when I am losing weight. TOM is imminent, so no worries. I think I was at 179.2 this morning. Clothes are fitting looser and I've lost a notch off my belts, hooray! Allergies notwithstanding, I'm feeling good these days, with joint pain at an all time low.

    @anglyn1, I'm so sorry to hear your house is giving you misery, especially right before your birthday. I hope your birthday celebration was fun, and that this cloud passes soon.
  • Koso2006
    Koso2006 Posts: 123 Member
    1/28
    1) Carbs B)
    2) Water B)
    3) Steps B)

    Back to work today. Why does the weekend have to go by so quickly?
  • anglyn1
    anglyn1 Posts: 1,802 Member
    Back to LCHF this week. Extra incentive is that on my birthday my 4 yr. old granddaughter told me my belly was big and I might be having a baby soon! LOL. I get really bloated on carbs so yeah...that's some motivation! Good thing she's cute! :D
  • kimberwolf71
    kimberwolf71 Posts: 470 Member
    01/25
    Under calorie goal: B)
    Under carb goal: :'(
    Intentional Physical Activity: B)B)
    Achieved sleep goal: :'(
    Focus on positive thinking: B)
    (Weekly) Food Prep: N/A
    (Weekly) < 3 alcoholic beverages: N/A

    01/26
    Under calorie goal: :'(
    Under carb goal: :'(
    Intentional Physical Activity: :'(
    Achieved sleep goal: B)
    Focus on positive thinking: B)
    (Weekly) Food Prep: N/A
    (Weekly) < 3 alcoholic beverages: N/A

    As I'm looking at my stats, it is easier to just say this.. I have totally blown both my calories and carbs over the weekend but maintained physical activity. Sleep was close every night but didn't quite make it except for Sunday night insomnia was at an all time high. Got some food prep done yesterday but had one too many beverages on girls night out Saturday.

    Here is to tightening the reigns for the upcoming week!
  • tishsmith101
    tishsmith101 Posts: 1,665 Member
    I've been down with a cold for a few days and haven't tracked a thing. I walked quite a bit on Saturday and managed to bowl last night but can't seem to care about any of that while I'm congested and coughing. I'm eating because I know I need to but can't really taste anything.
  • Cadori
    Cadori Posts: 4,810 Member
    Food - :+1:
    Water - :+1:
    Sleep - :-1: ish
    Exercise - :-1:
    Family came with me to work today, so no gym (we live in the middle of nowhere and I couldn't ask them to sit in the car for 45 minutes at 5 am while I worked out). Back to it tomorrow. First day of scheduled exercise that I've missed :(
  • RecipeScrapper
    RecipeScrapper Posts: 84 Member
    Catching up on reports.
    1/26
    Logged: Y
    Water: N - 12.5 cups
    Carbs/Calories: Carbs N/Calories Y
    Steps: N - 1844

    1/27
    Logged: Y
    Water: Y - 15 cups
    Carbs/Calories: N/N
    Steps: N - 1377

    1/28
    Logged: Y
    Water: N - 12.5 cups
    Carbs/Calories: Y
    Steps: N - 1074
  • mamasuzie125
    mamasuzie125 Posts: 12 Member
    If you guys do this next month I'd love to join, just started keto yesterday and you guys look like a great support group :D
  • Koso2006
    Koso2006 Posts: 123 Member
    1/29

    1) Carbs B)
    2) Water B)
    3) Steps B)

    Great day yesterday!!!! The plan is a repeat for today!!!!
  • baconslave
    baconslave Posts: 7,018 Member
    mamasuzie125 wrote: »
    If you guys do this next month I'd love to join, just started keto yesterday and you guys look like a great support group :D

    I usually do a basics challenge every month. I'll have it up by tomorrow.
  • Cadori
    Cadori Posts: 4,810 Member
    Food - :+1:
    Water - :+1:
    Sleep - :+1:
    Exercise - :+1:
    Workout A
    Squats - 3x8 @ 15 pounds
    Pushups - 3x8
    Inverted Rows - 3x8
    Back extensions - 3x10 @ 100, 105 and 110 pounds
  • kimberwolf71
    kimberwolf71 Posts: 470 Member
    01/29
    Under calorie goal: B)
    Under carb goal: :'(
    Intentional Physical Activity: B)
    Achieved sleep goal: B) HIP HIP HOORAY
    Focus on positive thinking: B)
    (Weekly) Food Prep: N/A
    (Weekly) < 3 alcoholic beverages: N/A
  • RecipeScrapper
    RecipeScrapper Posts: 84 Member
    1/29
    Logged: Y
    Water: Y - 15 cups
    Carbs/Calories: N
    Steps: N - 955
  • bozmo
    bozmo Posts: 177 Member
    Results for 1/30:

    Log all food :)
    Stay under carbs :) I've found a good cooking regime that is holding me to about 10-15 carbs a day. The eating is easy and delicious. Abstaining from wine and beer is hard.
    Plan tomorrows food :) leftover "curry" from tonight.
    Exercise :|
    Stretch :)

    I can do this!
  • Koso2006
    Koso2006 Posts: 123 Member
    1/30
    1) Carbs B)
    2) Water B)
    3) Steps B)

    Off work today. Going to see the ortho and get shots in my knees.
  • baconslave
    baconslave Posts: 7,018 Member
    Next month's challenge!

    http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10638414/love-your-health-feb-challenge-week-1-2-1-2-7#latest
  • anglyn1
    anglyn1 Posts: 1,802 Member
    I had a relapse of my flu symptoms but I am staying on plan this week. No carb free for all like last week. Glad to start fresh with a new month.
  • youngmomtaz
    youngmomtaz Posts: 1,075 Member

    Current weight: scale 167lbs, more accurate once I get water off is prob 160-162lbs
    Goal for vacation: 156-158lbs
    Weekday calories: 1200
    Weekend calories: 1600
    Extra goals: no booze, dairy only once a week(I rely on copious amounts of cheese far to heavily)


    I already exercise 5 days a week easily. Sometimes twice a day, so please don’t be alarmed if you see me posting 2 a days.


    The above is where I started January. Today I sit at 161lbs. Have been working out, eating mostly low carb(I was a bit rebellious earlier in he month for some reason), and avoiding alcohol. Cutting out dairy was a no go for me. Have to have it! Hoping to drop one more pound before I fly out on the 9th of February, and now that I am in a groove I hope to keep it up through my vacay.

    It looks like everyone has worked hard through challenges and good days! Great job all!
  • bozmo
    bozmo Posts: 177 Member
    Results for 1/31:

    Log all food :)
    Stay under carbs :)
    Plan tomorrows food :)
    Exercise :|
    Stretch :)

    I did it! One whole month mostly meeting my low carb goals!
  • Koso2006
    Koso2006 Posts: 123 Member
    1/31

    1) Carbs :s
    2) Water B)
    3) Steps :s

    Got my knees injected yesterday. Stiff and sore today.
  • skinnyjingbb
    skinnyjingbb Posts: 127 Member
    January Goal: Lose 6 lbs :) (lost 5.5lbs, so close enough)
    Daily Goal:
    *log everyday: :)
    *stay within calorie budget: :)
    *stay within carb goal: :)
    *Excersise min 30 min: :)
    *Add strength training or intense cardio if up to it: :/

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