Women 200lb+, Let's Stay Fired Up This February!!!
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@vegasgirl0825 I get it! I have had the same struggles...are you weighing your food and logging accurately? Are you drinking enough water? If you are exercising are you eating enough? These are all things that factor in. If you are doing all the things right...you will get a swoosh, you just have to be patient! Don't give up! If you want an indulgent day then have one...just know that weight loss should be slow for it to be a lifestyle change...just know that sometimes there won't be a loss and when you have a great week with no indulgences you will see a bigger loss. Being up 1.1 pounds is nothing, promise you...that will come off if you stick with it.
Vent as much as you want! That's what this thread is for!1 -
@Savannah80 - please don't be discouraged with just a 1/2 pound loss this week. This is what happens. You'll be down 3 pounds the week before, the next week you won't lose anything, then the week after that it will be another 3 pounds. When you add them all up together, its 2 pounds a week - a pretty rapid weight loss weight overall. You don't have to make any changes to your routine just because you had a slow week. If you are eating at a deficit of 1000 calories a day, you will average a weight loss of 2 pounds a week. It's just that it won't be 2 pounds every week - it will look more like 8 pounds a month. I recommend that you use the weight tracking app Libra. I think that will help you see your overall progress and reduce your frustration.
And your body water % will increase as your % of lean tissue increases. Muscle mass is 70% water. Drinking more water won't increase your muscle mass. Increasing muscle mass something you'll continue to do over many years if you stick with strength training with the bulk of your muscle gain occurring after you hit maintenance. It is a slow process. When you are eating in a calorie deficit, you are at risk of losing both fat and muscle at the same time. You should give yourself a pat on the back if you are able to retain the muscle mass you have right now during your weight loss. My goal is to decrease my fat % while preserving my muscle. Later, when I'm not eating at a deficit, I can think about body recomposition.2 -
Hi everyone! This just may be the group I need to jump start my progress again! It's so exciting to see all the progress here
My SW: 252 (March 26, 2014)
GW: 145
1/1/20: 217
CW: 213
Feb Goal: 5lbs
I've used MyFitnessPal before and it helped so much. Just have been off track for too long. Tried another program with points that just didn't work for me so am coming back to what worked before. Feel an instant connection to so many folks here. Looking forward to this!
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@aliciap0116 Thanks! I was happily surprised last night after leaving the bath that my foot was a lot better! It's definitely all the well-wishes.
@Terytha Suspenders? I hate belts, too. Pants with elastic or ties are good, too.5 -
@kali31337 - impressive loss and congratulations on your studies!
@lilann1961 - also a very impressive loss, despite Superbowl festivities.
@aliciap0116 - NSV of size 14!! That muffin top will disappear soon too.
@Tarzan074 and @mmccloy12 - also impressive losses!
@Terytha - I'm so glad you signed up for the foam run! And sounds like its time to buy some new clothes!!
@vegasgirl0825 - Oh I feel you. I want to assure you, as one who's been at this consistently for more than 8 months - your 400 calories over day did not cause you to gain 5 pounds. Remember that its what you do 80% of the time that leads to progress. Hang in there. The loss is coming. Early on I had a 1 day gain of 6 pounds eating Chinese food. It took a week to get back to baseline. I don't know why it took so long, but it did.
@chelo2u - welcome!6 -
Greetings all, I started on January 1, 2020 and have logged all month both food and exercise. I am looking to keep this going all the way to the finish line and beyond.
Now:
I'm 5'8"
SW: 232
CW: 219
GW: 175.
My challenge seems to be my age which is 61. I remember years ago my doctor telling me to "watch my weigh" because at that time I had hormones working in my favor but the day would come when I no longer had that advantage. He was so right! Ever since menopause I have gained weight. In fact I've gained 50 lbs in a 10 year span. It been a fairly so gain but very consistent. It is time to reverse the damage and get back to a healthy weight. The challenge is that things that used to work to lose weight no longer work so I'm having to find new ways. MFP is definatley a big help. Cheers!9 -
Weekly Weigh In:
Original SW: 272
January SW: 255.5
2/1: 251
2/7: 249
February goals:
-Continue attending ALL my kickboxing classes! (still doing it! I’ve thought about missing some, but I get up and go)
-Work on decreasing my sodium intake, this is something I really struggle with. (Still a work in progress)
-Lose 4-5 pounds (2lbs!!)
-Incorporate more veggies/protein in my diet (I’m doing well in the protein area, need to up the veggies)
Hi everyone! I’ll be back later to give more personalized responses. I just wanted to update the weight loss progress. I hope everyone is doing well. I’m surprised that I had a loss, but I will take it!12 -
Weekly Weigh in:
SW: 243
CW: 224.6
GW: 160ish.
2/1: 226.6
2/7: 224.6
February Goals:
-Exercise 7 days a week! Crazy, I know but two of the days are active recovery days (yoga/pilates).
-Get under 220s for good!
-Work on making sure I get enough water in. I feel like I struggle to drink enough water (I get busy and forget!).9 -
Friday Weigh In Day!
5'4"
SW: 207
2/1:205.6
2/7: 204.4
GW for this month: 203
GW: 155
My 204.0 weigh in didn't stick with me today, but that's okay. After I went running (so super unofficial) I got 203.8, so I know I'm not gaining.
Additional goal for the month: log as many things as possible in grams for the most accuracy. Get a work food scale. ✓
Fitness goals for the month:
Running: 5.5/30 miles so far
Lifting: 1/at least 3 so far12 -
Official Friday Weigh-in
SW (1/6): 201.4
Jan end: 199.2
2/7: 198.4
1st GW: 190
UGW: 140
@vegasgirl0825 I am totally like that!! If I see my weight go up, I also say F it and go find me some fast food!! LOL!! I thought I was just me... But, it happens... and venting here in the group and reading everybody's posts helps me not do that!! I went up 2 lbs because of TOM, so it reset my beginning loss for this year, and it took me two more weeks to lose them again!! But I know if I stick to it, this works!! It's hard to keep motivating myself, so I come and find this wonderful group.
This pic always helps me too!! We so want it to just go down, down, down... but in reality it doesn't. Ugh!! WE GOT THIS THO!!
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SW: 239lbs
CW: 190.8lbs
GW: 160lbs
Hey everyone. I’m glad to see many of you are well on your way to starting February out right!
For me, progress has been slow, but I’m still moving in the right direction so that’s what matters. Today I weighed in at 190.8, and my lowest since starting has been 190. 189lbs marks the big 50lbs gone, and I have been waiting for this for so long. I’m hoping I hit it in the next week, or two at the latest. I’d love to hit 186 by the end of the month, but that might be a bit of a stretch. We’ll see.
Winter has been hard on my motivation, but I’m still fighting to stay focused and even if I’m not exercising like I should, there’s no excuse not to eat right. It’s all about the 80/20. We got this!❤️11 -
Highest weight 252
CW 242
Feb goal - exercise a bit and track calories.
I think Ill loose with tracking and 10 - 15 mins a day exercise.
Im just beginning so I dont want to overwhelm myself. Im afraid of failing....AGAIN.
Lets kick Febs *kitten*!!
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@speyerj It is a good loss (but over at least 3 weeks).
Because of my “off” days, or when I travel for work, I alwaaaaaaays worry any of the weight loss is water weight. Hoping it maintains this week to show a true 240.
Do you all have opinions of regular scale vs electric (for body, not food...I trust a calibrated pressure weight scale most for that)?4 -
Loving all these messages and positivity!!
Here is where I’m at:
5’7’’
SW: 294 (since 9/2019)
CW: 262
I’ve been scared to create a goal weight for myself. I just want to see a steady decline in my weight over time and MAINTAIN this. I’ve struggled with keeping it off and am DETERMINED to stick with my plans this time.
Love the love in this thread and would appreciate a follow from anyone who wants to be friends! I enjoy seeing everyone’s success and that helps me stay motivated 💪👊8 -
Welcome new posters . Congrats to all those who had losses this week. For those who are struggling with various issues be strong and focused. We can reach our goals!! So many with marathons coming up. Y'all are going to kill it! I will be cheering from the sidelines. Gotta tally up my check in progress.
@sharpdust Congrats on hitting the 15lb loss! You are doing great. The exercise will come when it comes. Remember weight loss all boils down to calories in calories out.
@shorepine You aren't a failure. I'm sure even the skinny people have to be mindful of how they are eating or they would gain also. There are many things we all have to pay attention to in our lives for health and various other reasons. Needing to keep track of what I'm eating will always be a part of my life if I want to keep weight. It's no different than making sure I take meds, put on a seatbelt, etc.
@mmccloy12 Great whoosh!
Making the decision to drop the gym membership is best for you. There is no reason to have the added stress and guilt from it. I love having what I need at home and think you will too. Having the freedom to workout when I can and without much effort works well.
@Terytha Way to go for something that is outside your "normal" comfort zone. I bet y'all will have a blast. In my head there are things I would like to try but am worried I can't bc of the weight etc. I'm hoping as the weight comes off the confidence to try a few of them will come along also.
@CupcakeCrusoe "Previous me would never have done it, but at some point, I said to myself, self, give it a try." I need this so bad! The image of a bunch of Elvis costumed runners in the woods is cool.
@VictorSmashes Congrats on hitting onederland! I hope you are flares are calming down and you are feeling better.
@theleadmare I bet you are just holding water from all the extra exercise you've been getting in. That drop will happen bc I know you are working hard.
@TuesdayLucero Hope you are feeling better soon. Sometimes our bodies need a small break esp when we feel a cold etc coming on.
@mmdeveau Love the tip about talking yourself about the benefits through the first few minutes of exercise to allow the endorphines to kick in. There are many days when I have to really focus on song lyrics while on the elliptical and tell myself only x number of songs to go.
@Danielle__S "You're here! You already did the hardest part!" That's a great sign. Right above my elliptical is a gorgeous painting of a tiger that belong to my son. I was young in the Rocky movie era. When I'm working out I look at the painting and tell myself I've got the Eye of the Tiger. Little things like motivating signs and pictures are great.
@Savannah80 Celebrate the .5lb loss and let the disappointment go. That is a very healthy steady loss. Every week is going to be different with losses, nothing, and gains. It is just part of the process. With all the exercise you do eating more the 1200 is a good thing. Your body just needs time to find a place to settle in and it will be fine.
@kali31337 Congrats on passing your exams and a great loss. Getting a little off occasionally is normal esp when having great news.
@aliciap0116 I just know you are rockin' those jeans!!
@vegasgirl0825 You lost 4lbs since Monday and basically undone all the yummy Super Bowl fun. That's great! I know it's frustrating but just keep sticking with your plan and think about next week. We can celebrate and indulge but have to be aware that we will also have to put in a little extra work or time to keep on track. You've got this.
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Weekly Check In
**Height 5' 4"
SW: 216.8 (10/10/2019)
CW 1/31: 196.4
2/7: 196.2 (-0.2 month)
Feb GW: 192
GW: 150
Feb Goals: Cardio/elliptical 3/week (1)
Strength and Yoga 3/week (0/2)
Water 8c/day (3)
Weekly goals weren't great this week. I think the low loss is due to M-W all being exercise days. I know my food logging is good so I'm ok with the small amount.
Hope everyone has a great weekend.9 -
@bluffgirl67bluffgirl67 wrote: »In my head there are things I would like to try but am worried I can't bc of the weight etc. I'm hoping as the weight comes off the confidence to try a few of them will come along also.
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Checking In🥰
SW: 288
CW: 230.6
From 1/24/2020 to 2/7/2020 I shed 3.4 pounds.
I would have been ecstatic with shedding a pound (I’m focusing on shedding a 1/2 pound to 1 pound a week) because I’m still going in the right direction.
There’s something happening with me and how I’m beginning to think about food. I still get excited about eating my favorites (like my Haagen Daz I have planned for tonight👏🏽👏🏽) but I get more excited about eating all the stuff that’s good for me as well! I’m excited for breakfast, lunch and dinner not because I’m starving but because I know exactly what I’m eating. Even when we eat out I don’t feel guilty afterwards because I’ve actually planned for the calories. God only knows how many times I’ve eating something then asked myself why I did that.
There was a time when I thought I was gonna have a heart attack in my sleep...especially after my big sister died in her sleep on September 9, 2012 of a massive heart attack. I miss hearing her say “well shut the front door”🥰😂. While I’ve still got a ways to go I don’t feel like that anymore Praise God!
Let’s keep on trucking ladies!!
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I had a really good day. Saw my shrink and got my meds adjusted, and that will help with weight loss too; it helps me do what I MEAN to do, as opposed to just forgetting. We ate out afterwards and I was able to figure out ahead of time what sort of calories I had to play with for lunch, and you know, it was EXACTLY like living on a budget as a college kid; Okay, I paid my credit card and my phone bill....how much do I have left to spend on clothes? And that's just what being an adult is, so it didn't feel restrictive or painful. (And I got St. Louis style BBQ ribs that fell off the bone when I wiggled it, so I'm not feeling deprived at ALL.)
And then after my nap I decided to try the new bra without the extender and... we're good. So I'm down a bra size, and just THRILLED. Cause I started at a 40F, and I really didn't want to hold steady on cup volume while losing band size. I'm already in "find a specialty store" areas. This is a 38DDD and I am not spilling over the top, out the sides, or out the bottom, and it's not cutting me in two. It just fits. SO excited.... I wonder where I'll end up? A D cup or even a C would be fine, really.9 -
@gonna_reach_the_goal33 I'm so excited for your milestone! You are rocking it!
@DebbieKar1968 Don't be afraid of failure, be excited to succeed. If you need help, got questions, there's a wealth of knowledge in this thread and in the forums in general. All you have to do is ask.
@lilann1961 I have an electric, but honestly it doesn't matter to me much, as long as I'm weighing on the same one each time, I'm good. (And my plug for when and how: just after I wake up, no clothes, after a pee but before food or drink, so the situation stays the same each time)
@KristinaPS713 friended! You can do this. And when you get comfortable doing this, you can start to reach for things you never thought were possible.
@bluffgirl67 honestly there were people of all sorts doing it, this most ridiculous thing- so if something sounds like fun, go for it! Was it Michael Jordan that said you miss 100% of the shots you never take? Also your food logging continues to be inspirational to me.
@BrownSugar174 thank you for sharing about your sister. I'm so glad that you don't feel like that anymore. I totally agree with you about food- knowing exactly what and how many calories I'm eating is freeing in a way that my past self would never have imagined- sure, I can't eat everything I want, but what I'm eating is supporting me becoming the hot woman that I know is in there.
@theleadmare I'm so glad you had a good experience with your doc. That stuff is so important.
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