Women 200lb+, Let's Have an Amazing August!!!

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  • NoHookUpZone
    NoHookUpZone Posts: 1,531 Member
    I don't know how you guys do it.
    I've been doing this for a month and I'm exhausted.
    Kudos
  • Pascooty
    Pascooty Posts: 48 Member
    I forgot to add: Please add me as a friend if you'd like. 😊
  • speyerj
    speyerj Posts: 1,369 Member
    missjazminenicole wrote: »
    ...Something about knowing where you've been and what you're capable of and the disappointment of not staying on track. I have a million reasons for why I started to gain weight but none of it matters because at the end of it all, I'm eating. ...I'm tired of feeling bad about myself. Usually I'm inspiring other ppl and now I just really need some inspiration. Help guys.

    Miss Jazmine, I get it. One thing I've been focusing on this time around (3rd serious attempt, 4th if we count the one that lasted less than a month) is not beating myself up for past mistakes.

    In my office is one of those inspirational posters that I usually really hate, but this one speaks to me. Its a picture of a lion and it says, "I never lose, I either win, or I learn". I liken this to the 4 attempts it took to quit smoking. Every time I restarted trying to quit it got easier because I learned from my past miss steps. Knowing I had been successful in the past made it easier to get through the hard days.

    This go around with MFP has been easier than the first one and longer-lived than the other 2 attempts. I know now that I have to log every day, good, bad or ugly. I know that logging my weight is key - even when I gain. I know that weight loss isn't linear. You will gain on days when you don't deserve it a lose when you were off track. I also learned that weight loss isn't a done alone. Which is why I'm here on this forum, getting and giving support and encouragement from strong women, just like you.

  • lnov530
    lnov530 Posts: 53 Member
    Ultimate Starting Weight: 285
    August starting weight: 261.8
    August Goal Weight: 255
    Current weight: 259.4
    Ultimate Goal Weight: 150

    Weigh in day Fridays
    8/2 261.8
    8/9. 260.0
    8/16 260.0
    8/23
    8/30
    9/1 (Labor Day)
  • GetZet
    GetZet Posts: 126 Member
    Back again. I’ve bumped along this year, fielding whatever is thrown at me, but my fitness plan has been the non-essential to be shed when keeping vigil, supporting family, sheltering and providing for extra children...

    We may be facing one more death in this, our hell year, but it’s not here yet and I’ve not made it this far into 2019 by borrowing trouble.

    So: my short term goal is to re-establish a routine. Mid-term goal is 40 lbs down. Somewhere in between, I’m aiming for 10 lbs., greater mobility and some visible muscle definition in roughly 4-6 weeks’ time. Nothing too crazy—this is a lifetime commitment, after all.
  • finngirl61
    finngirl61 Posts: 122 Member
    Help, marriage stress has me not only gaining but not losing. Hubby is better, but I am doing worse. Go figure. Still logging, but getting frustrated. Any suggestions?
  • speyerj
    speyerj Posts: 1,369 Member
    finngirl61 wrote: »
    Help, marriage stress has me not only gaining but not losing. Hubby is better, but I am doing worse. Go figure. Still logging, but getting frustrated. Any suggestions?

    Stress hormones play havoc on your metabolism - your body holds on to water and fat. If exercise or even just long walks help you decompress, that may help both fronts. There are some guided meditation apps like Calm that can help you relax. But continuing to keep the habit of logging and being self aware of the situation will help you get through to the other side. Best of luck and know that we are all rooting for you.
  • NoHookUpZone
    NoHookUpZone Posts: 1,531 Member
    davisagolding wrote: »
    Ok I started the list on everyone ... I had a seperate inspiration for everyone. My computer messed up and I lost it all. Sorry :'(
    So here it is... you all are doing better then we all thought we could do. Everything sucess we individually have is an inspiration to the rest of us. Thank you for the inspiration.

    My update. I was a bad girl. I had a weak week. 😥 However back on track. I gained only 1 pd.

    Original starting weight -240
    August starting weight -240
    August goal -235
    Ultimate goal -145

    1st -240
    10th- 234
    17th- 235

    Total loss for August ... -5

    You can do it!!
  • MySlimGoals
    MySlimGoals Posts: 754 Member
    Still going strong. Have had a couple of ups but not from anything I can see that I've done wrong. Mostly eating at 1200 calories. Today I'm going to go over as a Sunday night treat. Going out for sushi. But.. I did walk 10km today and I hardly ever exercise.

    Loss so far: 3.8kg/8.4lbs
    Height: 168cm (5'6")

    SW: 121.7kg (268.3lb) 4/08/2019
    CW: 117.9kg (259.9lb) 18/08/2019
    GW: 65kg (143lbs)
  • ShellyPru84
    ShellyPru84 Posts: 56 Member
    ShellsBells00 wrote: »
    I would like to join in with y’all for August. I delivered my 5th child via csection on 5/1/19. I’m trying to lose a significant amount of weight. I’ve set a goal to lose 52lbs but my 36th birthday June15, 2020. It’s been a tough week. It was my wedding anniversary and I was off several days which meant eating out with my family. Luckily I exercised every day but I don’t expect a loss this week.
    SW: 295 ( on 5/1/19)
    CW: 271.8
    August GW: 265
    1 year goal weight: 223
    Can’t wait to see how August pans out. Good luck ladies!

    Update:

    8/2: 270.6
    8/10: 269.8
    8/16: 269.8

    August goal : 265lbs

    My monthly cycle set me back this last week. But it’s over and I’ve been increasing my workouts. I feel like I can still hit my goal for the month. Can’t wait to see everyone’s results!
  • arhale90
    arhale90 Posts: 2 Member
    Hi all! Just getting started (again 😢). Things have been going pretty well! I’ve been insanely busy so when I have free time I find myself just sitting so I need to get back into some exercise! Looking forward to giving it my all! Looking to add some friends too to help motivate and help motivate me!!

    SW:243
    CW:237
    GW:150
  • LAT1963
    LAT1963 Posts: 1,375 Member
    edited August 2019
    This has been week one after a 2+ year absence from MFP, during which time I seriously damaged my feet (beyond the initial level of damage). So right now I basically can't exercise (it's ligamentous damage so even swimming is a risk) and my only tool is diet.

    My goal for August isn't a weight loss, its just consistent logging. MFP calculates my calorie allowance as 1750/day. (sedentary, I think half a pound a week target? High starting weight so high calories).

    SW 257
    CW 253
    GW 220

    I plan to park awhile at 220 lbs before going to my next stop at 190 lbs, in order to keep the timeline to my goal(s) short. If I just say I"m aiming for 160 and don't get there, that's a fail. If I say I'm aiming at 220, that's a win, even if I decide later to aim for something lower.

    (yeah I know 4 lbs is a lot for week 1 but my baseline weight is actually from July 7, I wasn't weighing regularly until I resumed logging food a week ago).
  • 1PoisonIvy
    1PoisonIvy Posts: 933 Member
    My name is Ivy and I have been trying to lose weight most of my life. Think I would have it down by now, but I struggle.
    SW: 285
    CW: 228
    GW: 160
    4 LBS RO 1/2 WAY AND 68 FROM GOAL.

    Here is to success!
  • Elliephantcrossing
    Elliephantcrossing Posts: 338 Member
    Let's do it! I've been trying to lose for awhile. I need accountability. :(
    SW: 272
    CW: 264
    GW: 130
  • NoHookUpZone
    NoHookUpZone Posts: 1,531 Member
    Elliephantcrossing wrote: »
    Let's do it! I've been trying to lose for awhile. I need accountability. :(
    SW: 272
    CW: 264
    GW: 130

    You got this girl! One day at a time!
  • rissadiann
    rissadiann Posts: 5 Member
    ShellsBells00 wrote: »
    ShellsBells00 wrote: »
    I would like to join in with y’all for August. I delivered my 5th child via csection on 5/1/19. I’m trying to lose a significant amount of weight. I’ve set a goal to lose 52lbs but my 36th birthday June15, 2020. It’s been a tough week. It was my wedding anniversary and I was off several days which meant eating out with my family. Luckily I exercised every day but I don’t expect a loss this week.
    SW: 295 ( on 5/1/19)
    CW: 271.8
    August GW: 265
    1 year goal weight: 223
    Can’t wait to see how August pans out. Good luck ladies!

    Update:

    8/2: 270.6
    8/10: 269.8
    8/16: 269.8

    August goal : 265lbs

    My monthly cycle set me back this last week. But it’s over and I’ve been increasing my workouts. I feel like I can still hit my goal for the month. Can’t wait to see everyone’s results!

    I am nearing 10 months since my first baby was born and I’m trying to get back to a healthy weight. I was already overweight (around 180-190 lb) before pregnancy and then gained a LOT of weight during pregnancy. Now I’m trying to make healthier choices with food, I just need to start exercising again!
    5’6.5”
    SW: 230 lb (after delivery) Oct 2018
    CW: 206.8 lb
    GW: 130 lb
  • IsETHome
    IsETHome Posts: 386 Member
    finngirl61 wrote: »
    Help, marriage stress has me not only gaining but not losing. Hubby is better, but I am doing worse. Go figure. Still logging, but getting frustrated. Any suggestions?

    Since you asked ---- Set up some eating rules. Ask yourself (what should I not eat, and when should I not eat - write down the rules). For me it is potato chips and licorice, and I crave them all the time (less so now, but the chips for sure). I don't eat them except maybe 2 times a month in a 1-2 portion size only. When do you consume your most calories, try to cut that back. For me I discovered my breakfast needs to be low about 200 calories. Then I hit my goals. If I eat 600 calories for breakfast, my day is typically a loss on count. Also cut 90% of your beverage calories - if you drink regular soda, or add sugar to anything, or drink juice you are likely to keep gaining. Water, with lemon, lime, diet soda, splenda flavored mixes won't add up the calories. Find no, low cal snacking until you have better control -for me I ate a lot of dill pickles early on, less so now because I don't snack as much.
  • Terytha
    Terytha Posts: 2,097 Member
    Update: my stomach is still broken. I gave up all my meds to try fix it, and failed.

    Though giving up the drugs feels pretty good tbh.
  • Smiles1952
    Smiles1952 Posts: 49 Member
    Hi everyone. This is my first time participating with your group.

    SW: 244 6/18/19
    CW: 230
    GW: 160

    My short term goals:

    Do not obsess over the scale. Weigh on Monday morning only! Enjoy the non scale victories (NSV).
    Log my food daily.
    Aerobic exercise 5 times a week and reformer pilates 2 times per week.
    Weigh 225 by August 31.

    August 15 - 226
    August 20 - 224

    I am excited I am below my goal weight for August. I am on vacation next week and will be logging my food but eating out for a week. This last week I have been obsessing over the scale. I know my body will retain water for many days like 10 and then I will be down several pounds. Knowing it does not make it easier but giving up is not an option, I have logged my food every day this month and exercised 4-5 times a week.
  • davisagolding
    davisagolding Posts: 60 Member
    Smiles1952 wrote: »
    Hi everyone. This is my first time participating with your group.

    SW: 244 6/18/19
    CW: 230
    GW: 160

    My short term goals:

    Do not obsess over the scale. Weigh on Monday morning only! Enjoy the non scale victories (NSV).
    Log my food daily.
    Aerobic exercise 5 times a week and reformer pilates 2 times per week.
    Weigh 225 by August 31.

    August 15 - 226
    August 20 - 224

    I am excited I am below my goal weight for August. I am on vacation next week and will be logging my food but eating out for a week. This last week I have been obsessing over the scale. I know my body will retain water for many days like 10 and then I will be down several pounds. Knowing it does not make it easier but giving up is not an option, I have logged my food every day this month and exercised 4-5 times a week.

    Your doing great. Already below goal weight. That's wonderful. Besides since June you've lost 20 pds!!! Congrats
  • amkita
    amkita Posts: 183 Member
    SW: 263
    SW August: 242.3
    CW: 235.9
    GW: 180 (maybe less?)

    down 6.4 lbs so far this month and 27.1 overall. my first day of class (I teach) is two weeks from today, and my goal is to hit 30 lbs of loss by then. I'm 2.9 lbs away, which seems reasonable for two weeks.

    last week I biked ~90 miles, which was a new high for me. I'm trying to make the most of summer before it's gone.
  • Moxiemama5678
    Moxiemama5678 Posts: 31 Member
    New here! My goal for August is to lose 3%.
    My MFP SW was 280 but got up to 290 at one point.
    August 1st weight was 213.8
    Goal is to lose 6.4 lbs. [3%]
    As of last Friday I was down to 207.6 for a total of -6.2 lbs. I’m hoping to be down again by Friday when I track my weight, but I’ve been all over the place this week. Hopefully I will even able to maintain from last week. Not sure what’s going on since I’ve logged everything and and gotten my 10k steps in everyday. :|
  • HazelMayes
    HazelMayes Posts: 187 Member
    SW 6/26/19: 326.4
    CW: 294.4
    Aug GW: 299
    GW: 150
  • gunnigal
    gunnigal Posts: 8 Member
    missjazminenicole wrote: »
    So I started my journey at 230lbs a few years ago. I got down to 170. And I'm back up to 200. And I feel more like crap about myself than I did when I started. Something about knowing where you've been and what you're capable of and the disappointment of not staying on track. I have a million reasons for why I started to gain weight but none of it matters because at the end of it all, I'm eating. Food tastes good. I'm an emotional eater and I'm just eating. So I'm trying to pull it together. And then there are days like today where I had a good day and then went to Wendy's budgeting just for a chicken sandwich and got a meal. Knowing damn well I shouldn't be eating any of it. It's now a "maintenance" day. I'm tired of feeling bad about myself. Usually I'm inspiring other ppl and now I just really need some inspiration. Help guys.

    Years ago I was about 205 and I lost down to 168 while living a low carb, low sugar life. I was miserable, but I looked great. I gave up that lifestyle and at the start of this attempt to get my weight in check, I clocked in at 241. I still weigh more than my 6'2" husband, which stings. But we're doing the best we can, and sometimes that means getting the chicken sandwich meal at Wendy's. I'm also an emotional eater, and my baby starting kindergarten the same week as mom having a cancer scare meant I was spending more time with instant ramen than with salad. It's ok to give yourself a break and acknowledge this as part of the process. Hang in there. You're doing better than you think.

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