Week 11 —

Start Weight: 187.2
Challenge Goal Weight: 167
Weigh-in #1: 182.1
Weigh-in #2: 181.0
Weigh-in #3: 181.2
Weigh-in #4: 177.8
Weigh-in #5: 177.4
Weigh-in #6: 177.4
Weigh-in #7: 175.4
Weigh-in #8: 174.6
Weigh-in #9: 174.4
Weigh-in #10: 175.4
Weigh-in #11: 173.8

A positive thought I had this week was: yay! I’m making progress again and yes, drinking lots of water make a difference
A healthy snack/meal I chose this week was: apples and almonds
My most effective workout this week was: oops - I’ve been lazy.

Comments: (Please share any additional information if you'd like) [/quote] Even though I was sick for 2 weeks and had company for 3, I’ve mostly stayed on track. I did stop planning as much and didn’t do my tracking. Tracking really forces me to think about what I’m eating so that break reinforced my determination to get back on board and keep going and the scale this week reflected that. Have a great week everyone!

bribucks wrote: »

Challenge Goal Weight: Maintenance goal range of 108-113.

Weigh-in #1: 110.2 (109.6 trending)
Weigh-in #2: 110.8 (109.9 trending)
Weigh-in #3: 110.2 (110.0 trending)
Weigh-in #4: 110.0 (110.2 trending)
Weigh-in #5: 111.0 (110.3 trending)
Weigh-in #6: 110.6 (110.6 trending)
Weigh-in #7: 110.0 (110.5 trending)
Weigh-in #8: 109.4 (110.2 trending)
Weigh-in #9: 111.2 (110.8 trending)
Weigh-in #10: 110.0 (110.6 trending)
Weigh-in #11: 110.8 (110.7 trending)
Weekly Total: +0.8 (+0.1 trending)
Overall Total: +1.1 trending

Still experiencing the nausea, bloating, constipatiob, etc. My ultrasound (gallbladder, liver, pancreas, spleen) came back good, but not really sure what the next step is.

Sticking with the workouts at least.

Sorry for your continuing tummy troubles. My daughter is experiencing similar. It’s very frustrating when the doctors do the tests, the results come back clear and they act like they have done their due diligence and walk away. None of which provides you with a solution. One doctor told my daughter that daily nausea and feeling like her stomach is tearing (a year after her c section) is normal and just “part of getting older” - she’s 32. Anyway, keep looking for the answer. Have you tried a naturopathic physician? — Carol

cxwhit3 wrote: »

Sorry for your continuing tummy troubles. My daughter is experiencing similar. It’s very frustrating when the doctors do the tests, the results come back clear and they act like they have done their due diligence and walk away. None of which provides you with a solution. One doctor told my daughter that daily nausea and feeling like her stomach is tearing (a year after her c section) is normal and just “part of getting older” - she’s 32. Anyway, keep looking for the answer. Have you tried a naturopathic physician? — Carol

No, I haven’t. I am only just beginning this process and have only been to one appointment with my gastroenterologist. She had really great reviews (actually my mom used to see her too) but I was pretty disappointed. I felt like she didn’t ask me nearly enough questions, just pushed sample packs of drugs on me. She agreed to do the ultrasound after I complained, but doesn’t seem keen on doing any other tests. Not that I want to spend tons of money, but how else am I supposed to figure out what’s wrong with me? I would rather have a diagnosis then try to blindly manage the symptoms with meds.

Speaking of, the sample meds she gave me had TERRIBLE reviews online. I actually have severe emetophobia (fear of vomiting) so anything with a risk of that or that makes nausea worse is a huge NO GO for me. No way in hell am I trying that medicine she gave me.

Start Weight: 140.8
Challenge Goal Weight: 133
Weigh-in #1: 140.8
Weigh-in #2: 139.8
Weigh-in #3: 140.4
Weigh-in #4: skip
Weigh-in #5: 139.8
Weigh-in #6: 139.4
Weigh-in #7: 138.6
Weigh-in #8: 138.2
Weigh-in #9: 137.0
Weigh-in#10: 137.6
Weigh-in #11: 136.6

I really over did it over St. Pattys day weekend and I'm still regretting it, I didn't even bother logging because I knew it was going to be awful. It's a new week now so all I can do is move on forward.

nvasquez41 wrote: »

Start Weight: 140.8
Challenge Goal Weight: 133
Weigh-in #1: 140.8
Weigh-in #2: 139.8
Weigh-in #3: 140.4
Weigh-in #4: skip
Weigh-in #5: 139.8
Weigh-in #6: 139.4
Weigh-in #7: 138.6
Weigh-in #8: 138.2
Weigh-in #9: 137.0
Weigh-in#10: 137.6
Weigh-in #11: 136.6

I really over did it over St. Pattys day weekend and I'm still regretting it, I didn't even bother logging because I knew it was going to be awful. It's a new week now so all I can do is move on forward.

Green beer elbow?

Week 11 —

Start Weight: 150ish
Challenge Goal Weight: 145
Weigh-in #1: 149.6
Weigh-in #2: skip
Weigh-in #3: 150.2
Weigh-in #4: 152.2
Weigh-in #5: 150.4
Weigh-in #6: skip
Weigh-in #7: 149.8
Weigh-in #8: skip
Weigh-in #9: 151.4
Weigh-in #10: 150.8
Weigh-in #11: 151.2

A positive thought I had this week was: I had slacked off for a while, the app I use to trend weight said NA for predicting when I would reach my goal weight. The projected date is now in June! So, I'm back on track. Also, even though my weight went up this week, I stayed within my calories so I am confident it's just a fluctuation.
A healthy snack/meal I chose this week was: I pack lowfat cottage cheese with frozen berries and stevia as a work lunch most days. The berries thaw between when I pack lunch and when I eat it and it's really good.
My most effective workout this week was: Fitnessblender

Start Weight: 146.6
Challenge Goal Weight: 128 (possibly to ambitious but will give it a go)
Weigh-in #1: 143.26
Weigh-in #2: vacation
Weigh-in #3: vacation
Weigh-in #4: 141.7
Weigh-in #5: 140.8
Weigh-in #6 : 140.6
Weigh-in #7: 139.8
Weigh-in #8:  139.5
Weigh-in #9: 137.7
Weigh-in #10: 138
Weigh-in #11: 137.5

A positive thought I had this week was:
I haven't felt great this week, a little too premenstrual for my own good.

A healthy snack/meal I chose this week was:
Grilled fish with mango salsa with boiled rice. Was tasty for sure.

My most effective workout this week was:
Again... Lots of walking :-)

Week 11

Starting Weight: 162.2
Challenge Goal Weight: 155
Week #1: 163.2
Week #2: 161.0
Week #3: 160.8
Week #4: Vacation
Week #5: 163.0 (vacation bloat)
Week #6: 161.8
Week #7: 161.4
Week #8: 161.0
Week #9: 159.8
Week #10: 158.4
Week #11: 157.8

A positive thought I had this week was: No matter if I meet my goal I'm still working towards it and that is a good thing.
A healthy snack/meal I chose this week was: I've discovered dried figs. It's like eating a fig newton without the dry cake part. Yum!
My most effective workout this week was: I've not felt good most of the week so I haven't worked out. I have continued my physical therapy so at least my hip feels better.

I almost forgot to check in this week since I don't feel good. But, I'm happy to say that I've finally settled on an ultimate goal weight. With much contemplation and soul searching I've settled on 145-147 as my final destination. That is only 20lbs more than I weighed in high school and I think I'll be comfortable in my skin at that weight and size. Hopefully we band together for another round because y'all make it easier. I've got people that are here for me regardless of what the scale says.

Have a great week everyone. Be good and kind to yourself this week.

Starting Weight: 181.4
Challenge Goal Weight: 174
jan 7 week #1 183.8
jan 15 week #2 - 180.2 (just started elimination diet phase 1)
week #3 - 179.2
week #4 -
week #5 -
week #6 - 178.4
week #7 - 177.6
week #8 - 176.2
week #9 - 177.2
week #10 -175.0
week #11 - 174.0


A positive thought I had this week was: Keep moving forward the best I can
A healthy snack/meal I chose this week was: I made a tasty salad with spring mix, shredded carrots, chopped red cabbage, zucchini dill dressing, avocado and sunflower seeds. Super tasty.
My most effective workout this week was: Sunday I got myself to the gym and did a really good strength training workout. I was sore for 2 days so I guess I pushed myself enough.

Comments: It's been a bit challenging this month working out on my own without my trainer. It's a bit of a reminder of what it's like not having one. When I was a the gym on Sunday I was trying to remember new exercises and I couldn't. So I just did the best I could. While I didn't push myself as much as my trainer does, I did good for doing it on my own. Some of the exercises were still challenging while others I'm realizing I may need to go up in weight for. Either way, I miss my trainer but I'm glad I'm still doing what I can on my own. And being proud that what I did made me sore after because it tells me I challenged and pushed my body. Woot!