Trying to lose 40lbs by February 2019

Happy Saturday! I’ll be checking in here frequently because these weekend / unstructured, busy kid days are more challenging for me than the work week. I mean c’mon, the fridge and pantry are SO close! Have a great weekend everyone!

For once, someone has a reasonable goal. I’m rooting for you

vnb_208 wrote: »

I'm here and with you I lost 99 lbs to gain 36 back and I'm hoping to get back down asap!

Let’s do this @vnb_208 ! Welcome!

gabi_texanmom wrote: »

I am enjoying my end of summer vacation! We are swimming at the beach, enjoying the seaside carnival, riding around the sand dunes...I’m trying to stay active because all I want to do is veg out, read a book, and sunbathe. My kiddos go back to school on Wed, I’m excited to spend that day taking them to school and being home when they come home - I haven’t done that in about 5 years. I do enjoy working, but i always have that mom-guilt. I’ll be back in the swing of things the following week. I love reading up on the group- Keep up the good work everyone!!

Sounds like a fantastic end to the summer @gabi_texanmom ! My kids don’t start school till after Labor Day!

hey all - I'm trying to lose 40 pounds - I am trying to stay motivated but years of negative self-talk are my enemy - would appreciate the add so that I can find a community with similar goals to support my goals. Thank you!

Thread bump!

Day 2 of vacation. Still on track...barely.

I'm in! #173.5 and 5'5" tall. I'm dreaming of 135! I'm turning 60 in December and need to reclaim my mind, body and health!

Well so far healthwise this week it's been pretty positive. Monday I made an exercise area in my craft area so I have a place to do some core strengthening exercises.

Yesterday, I officially hit 20 pounds lost since I started losing again this time. Only another 40 to go!

This time has taken me about 6 weeks longer than the first two times. I think there are a number of reasons for that. This time I am not forcing myself to exercise for 1 hour a night no matter what! I am also not restricting myself with certain foods all the time. I am tracking 100% of the time and I allow myself to go into maintenance some days depending on circumstances. I am hoping that this will make it much more sustainable for the long haul.

Onto the next 10!

I have about 60+ to lose but 40 sounds like a good start to aim for.

I’m down 5 pounds since starting and I survived my usual imploding at 10 days. For the last several years, I lose a few and then get cocky or bored at 10 days, go off track and gain it all back.

Pushing through this phase is critical for me. I wasn’t perfect and at one point felt myself slipping but I held on.

I believe daily posting and knowing this group is here contributed significantly to my success. So thank you and happy weekend everyone!

I have committed to recording my meals on My Fitness Pal. Even if I slip up, I have to record it. That's my goal each day,

solorex wrote: »

Being interactive in these forums has been a big help for me as well. 15 days in and it doesn't feel like too much hassle...yet.

...Yet - LOL. It’s helpful there’s no drama on the board. Just people around the globe hustling to lose a few pounds.

I measure the 1st of every month, I have lost 20 lbs since March, started measuring in May. I have lost 11 inches total only 3.5 from my waist. I want to suck in too, but I’m only lying to myself so I’m honest. I do make it snug though.

I started exercising with weights in Feb. My diet however is out of control. I lost 10# but have gained it back. 40 is my goal!!!

@judyz1 and @kmfeig87 you're in the right place - let's do this!