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AUGUST 2018 CHALLENGE

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  • skctilidie
    skctilidie Posts: 1,404 Member
    SW - 209.8 (SW for keto 4/15/18 - 206.8)
    GW - 150
    End of August GW - 175

    Wednesday, August 1 - 180.8
    Sunday, August 5 - 178.6
    Sunday, August 12 - 176.8
    Sunday, August 19
    Sunday, August 26
    Friday, August 31

    It's been a great couple of weeks for me - staying in ketosis, dropping weight, AND making big progress at the gym. Now the challenge is to keep all of those things going as I adjust back into the schedule of the kids' school and 4 nights a week soccer practice plus working lots more 12 hour nights than I do during the summer.
  • PaulaKro
    PaulaKro Posts: 5,772 Member
    edited August 2018
    HW: 317
    May 2018 Keto SW: 178

    Goal weight: 145 +/-

    08/05: 156.5 (-1.5)
    08/12: 154.5 (-2.0)
    08/19:
    08/26:

    Within ten pounds of my goal, but already at an extremely comfortable level. I'm going to start trying for maintenance by increasing consumption of proteins and vegetables. I'll probably bounce (gain/lose) during this process, and starting now will give me some wiggle room. When the practice is over, I may drop the last 5-10 pounds.

  • stormywxs288
    stormywxs288 Posts: 811 Member
    @Eggfooyamyam I’m on my way home from my 50th HS reunion where I was definitely kicked out of ketosis. When I get back home today, I plan to get right back on the keto road. However, I’m not so good at recovering from the old bad habits I’ve created over the last 68 years. So, I would really appreciate a partner looking over my shoulder to keep me keto clean for a week.

    If you would watch my logging starting Monday until next Sunday I will do the same for you. If I don’t see your food post on my news feed I will bug you and vice-versa. Maybe we can motivate each other to get back on the keto wagon.
  • dlaforest59
    dlaforest59 Posts: 13 Member
    Well it looks like I've been at a stand still the last 2 weeks. Time to tweak macros or ride it out? The scale may not be moving but I'm feeling lighter & clothes are feeling looser. That is still a win for me. On to a new week!

    Keto SW : 211 (6/27)
    Healthy Goal: 160
    Aug Goal: 195

    07/29 - 201.8

    Sunday 08/05 - 201.2
    Sunday 08/12 - 201
    Sunday 08/19
    Sunday 08/26
    Fri. 08/31
  • eggfooyamyam
    eggfooyamyam Posts: 196 Member
    I gained about 2.5 lbs over the last 6 weeks while on vacation and with many visitors coming and going. I'm actually very pleased with this because I have not followed Keto, just low carb. I injured my knee and that is keeping me from exercising and being as active as usual. I am back at KETO and very focused! No more out of town trips, no more visitors! My goal is to aim high and lose 20-25 lbs before my birthday in 3 months. I have managed to cut down on caffeine. I drink coffee that is 2 parts decaf, 1 part regular. I'm on a one alcoholic drink limit if I'm having drinks at all, which I expect will also lessen as the summer socializing has come to an end. I'm happy to be back!!

    SW - 184 March 1, 2018
    GW - 135

    Wednesday, August 1 - no weigh-in
    Sunday, August 5 - no weigh-in
    Sunday, August 12 - 160.4
    Sunday, August 19
    Sunday, August 26
    Friday, August 31
  • kpk54
    kpk54 Posts: 4,474 Member
    @d_dc_lady, I'm sorry to hear about your kitty's failing health and I understand the emotions you are experiencing. Just last April we put our beloved Wally to sleep. Sparing details of his illness and our sadness, I am posting to let you know of a service we used that may be available to you and you might want to consider: Lap of Love.

    The last thing I wanted to do was put that poor little guy in his carrier which he truly hated and take him to the veterinarian's office. In home euthanasia was a much more compassionate and private experience for both Wally and us. You will know when it is time. <3
  • db19732018
    db19732018 Posts: 49 Member
    Sunday 08/05 - 274
    Sunday 08/12 - 275
    Sunday 08/19
    Sunday 08/26

    Considering my drinking getting out of hand these last few weeks, with all the concerts and such, I'm surprised I'm only up a lb. Going to lunch in a bit with a girl I've had a crush on for 16 years. Oughtta be interesting...
  • PaulaKro
    PaulaKro Posts: 5,772 Member
    db19732018 wrote: »
    Considering my drinking getting out of hand these last few weeks, with all the concerts and such, I'm surprised I'm only up a lb. Going to lunch in a bit with a girl I've had a crush on for 16 years. Oughtta be interesting...
    How exciting! :bigsmile:

  • PaulaKro
    PaulaKro Posts: 5,772 Member
    I'm allergic to dairy, so it isn't an option for me. I sorely missed the creaminess but then discovered non-dairy (soy & nut) alternatives: especially almond milk, but also daiya cheese & yogurt, tofutti cream cheese, etc. They have some carbs, which is why I'm not <25; but <50 is easy.
  • chinatowninchina
    chinatowninchina Posts: 1,279 Member
    SW 184.

    Sunday 08/05. 149.2
    Sunday 08/12 148.4
    Sunday 08/19
    Sunday 08/26
    Friday 08/31
  • goosecrosby88
    goosecrosby88 Posts: 6 Member
    Was stuck for most of the week at 280. Finally broke that plateau on Saturday and hit 30 total pounds down. I had quite a bit to drink over the last few days, but stuck with 0carb Four Roses Bourbon and a few rum + diet cokes. I don't think my 265 goal is obtainable this month, but thats ok. I've been making great progress and will be thrilled with any type of loss.

    Height: 6'7
    Starting weight: 310 (Middle of July 1st 2018)
    Weight on 7/31: 286lbs
    Goal weight by 8/31: 265lbs

    Sunday 08/05: 282lbs
    Sunday 08/12: 278 lbs
    Sunday 08/19:
    Sunday 08/26:

    Wrapping up August 08/31:
  • NikkiJRM
    NikkiJRM Posts: 328 Member
    @d_dc_lady
    I'm so very sorry. We had something similar happen with our furbaby a couple of years ago. That last week we spent with him loving him and trying everything we could to help him meant a lot to us. My kitty made me a cat lover & changed me forever. I hope you find some comfort knowing he lived his best life while here with you.
  • eggfooyamyam
    eggfooyamyam Posts: 196 Member
    stormywxs288 wrote: »
    @Eggfooyamyam I’m on my way home from my 50th HS reunion where I was definitely kicked out of ketosis. When I get back home today, I plan to get right back on the keto road. However, I’m not so good at recovering from the old bad habits I’ve created over the last 68 years. So, I would really appreciate a partner looking over my shoulder to keep me keto clean for a week.

    If you would watch my logging starting Monday until next Sunday I will do the same for you. If I don’t see your food post on my news feed I will bug you and vice-versa. Maybe we can motivate each other to get back on the keto wagon.

    You've got a deal!!!!
  • MaggieS18
    MaggieS18 Posts: 3 Member
    My scale hasn't moved this week, I'll blame it on my birthday cake and the delicious lunch. :) It was a bit difficult to resume today with low carb, but the day has passed and I made it. Thanks for all the support! :)

    Starting weight 7/29: 169lbs
    Goal weight by 8/31: 157lbs
    End goal weight, by 10/31 144 lbs

    Sunday 08/05: 165lbs
    Sunday 08/12: 165lbs
    Sunday 08/19:
    Sunday 08/26:

    Wrapping up August 08/31:
  • PaulaKro
    PaulaKro Posts: 5,772 Member
    @d_dc_lady so sorry...
  • tcunbeliever
    tcunbeliever Posts: 8,219 Member
    Goals: 28" waist - 154 lbs - 17% bf

    8/1 - 30" - 157 - 18.4%
    8/7 - 29.5" - 155.4 - 17.9%
    8/10 - 29" - 153.4 - 17.2%
    8/14 - 29" - 154.8 - 17.5%

    The weekend was very fluid...not logging, not eating to any limits, and drinking lots of wine...I'm glad to see it didn't set me back too far, I do think the increase in weight is likely due to some water fluctuations since the waist measurement is not increased. I will be more diligent this week, and this weekend is like the only non-beach weekend this month, so it should be nice to stay home and stay on plan.

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