Hello all, new to the group and excited to jump in the October challenge!
Username itsmegina
CW 149.8
Weigh in on Saturday

My goal for the month, log every meal, every day- good or bad!
I love to work out, so that’s not my problem, it’s definitely my eating 😅

BIG WELCOME to all our new members!! I look forward to getting to know each of you and cheering you on in your health journey!!

Hello everyone! Today, was a long day. I took my mom to her heart doctor appointment. Then hubby and I had to go see a church member who is having a really hard time and offer some help with her situation. I had my dentist appointment, went grocery shopping, and then came home and made dinner. My dentist says I might have a hairline crack in my tooth so tomorrow I have to go see an endodontist for a consult and will probably need to have a root canel and then a crown. Soooo much money!!! The good news is that becuase of my intermittent fasting, my hygienist couldn't believe the lack of plaque build up on my teeth. She hadn't seen me since last November becuase my March appointment had been cancelled. So going forward instead of going every 4 months for a cleaning she says I can come twice a year now. I have read tons of people who have had the same results with their teeth once they start fasting. Weird huh? OK, I'm going to go get a huge glass of water because I have slacked off big time today and sit myself down in front of the TV. I'll do personals tomorrow!

100-Day Challenge Goals: Day 6
1. Fast clean for 19+ hours, with 2 days at 23+ hours. Fasted 21 hours
2. Workout six days a week (either BOD program, treadmill, or deep cleaning). I did 30 minute yoga program.
3. Eat at least 90% on plan, which means mostly low carb with one or two days of high-carbs. I ate more carbs than I had planned to but I was still on plan.
4. Have quiet time with God through prayer and reading. No, I was super busy today and ran out of time.

Welcome to all our new members

@petrocoetsee Sorry it's been a difficult time. It is what it is now, the only way is forward. When I'm in a funk like that I try to go back to basics and just do small things that can give me some momentum.

@buniphuphu I am continually amazed at how much swimming you do!! Incredible! How exciting that you'll be able to keep swimming as the weather cools down - I know you were dreading the end of summer for swimming so that's great news. I really wish I had a pool at home, I love swimming!

@GabiV125 Happy Anniversary! 24 years is wonderful (we will hit 12 years in November!). I think it's important to remember all the little things that you are doing every day that improve your health, even if it's not showing on the scale just yet. You're still here two months in, plugging away, which is an accomplishment in itself! Keep at it, you've got this!

@Jactop Great weigh in! I need to start working out in the mornings, I just find mornings so hard!

@anido1 WOW that's an amazing weigh-in! Well done! Lesley Sansone annoys me a bit - I like the workouts but she's just a bit too bubbly for my level of sarcastic!

@TeresaW1020 I've never thought about the connection between dental hygiene and fasting but I guess it makes sense - if you're not eating then there's nothing to build up on your teeth! The hairline crack/root canal sounds painful though, I hope it can be resolved quickly for you. Even here in Australia, dental work is very expensive as it's not covered under our universal health care so private health insurance only covers a very small portion of it. When I met my hubby, he had a partial plate for his front teeth as they'd been knocked out in an accident. Eventually, these wore down his other teeth where they attached at the top so he got a full plate. Over time, this damaged his bottom teeth as well since the compound is much harder than his actual teeth, so he decided to have dental implants put in. They did his whole mouth, so he has 11 titanium bolts in his jaw and it cost AUD$40,000! I always joke that he better look after them because he essentially has a car in his mouth!

100 DAY CHALLENGE GOALS
Day 6: Monday 28 September
1. Log calories eaten: Yes - 3/6
2. 20 mins exercise: Yes - 3/6
3. Record a calorie deficit: Yes - 3/6

Went for a walk with my toddler and my sister (and her dog) in the afternoon. We decided to let the toddler out to walk part of the way since we were on a dirt road with no traffic. He's only 21 months old and he managed to walk 1.2km! He was getting tired by the end, but insisted that he didn't want to get back in the pram. It made our walk very slow, but it sure did tire him out so he slept wonderfully last night! My Apple Watch kept asking me if I'd finished my workout and it didn't count all my minutes but I did get a lot of steps in regardless and he had the best time. I played Beat Saber and did some yoga before bed so it was a pretty active day. I didn't eat the best food, but I did finish with a deficit of ~300 calories so all in all, not a bad day.

Hi everyone! I just want to introduce myself.

I'm Lynn and I'll be joining you for the October challenge. I'm 46, soon to be 47 and I live in Wisconsin. I am a single mom, my son is soon to be 18.

I've been on MFP a few times before...this time, since July. I've struggled with my weight pretty much my entire life and it's time that I just take control of this for good. I owe it to myself to do this. I don't want to continue to live at this weight anymore - I don't want to be the "fat" girl anymore. It's physically and emotionally exhausting carrying this weight.

I had a relatively successful run at losing weight 2 years ago - I lost 55 pounds (sounds crazy to say that right now) - and then I let life get in the way and I started a new job...and I gained all the weight back...and an extra 15 pounds. So in May I found myself at the heaviest I had ever been (337 pounds, ugh, I can't believe I'm admitting that) - and then I hit rock bottom. So I vowed to change.

So here we are...I'm 2 1/2 months into this journey - I've had some successes and some frustrations. But I'm still here, I haven't given up...trying to find new tools, knowledge and support - and long term success.

Soooo...I guess that's me in a nutshell. I look forward to getting to know you guys (I've started reading through September...but I've only gotten up to page 8 ) and supporting you guys! I look forward to an awesome October!

Username: leonadixon
Weigh in day: Monday
PW (8/24/2020): 210.4
Check in weight (8/31): 210.6
Check in weight (9/7):211.0
Check in weight (9/14):211.8
Check in weight (9/21):212.4
Check in weight (9/28): 214.6


So, I need the group's advice. I am thinking of ducking out of the group for October because I feel like I am dragging you all down with these numbers. Please be honest....

Today I took some positive steps (literally) towards next month's goals. I decided that my goal for next month is going to be to take a walk during my lunch hour in addition to my swim. My phone has been complaining at me that my average steps are down this year compared to last year...of course they are iPhone! I work from home now instead of on campus! So I'm going to try to make my phone a little less grumpy.

I also ordered my wetsuit, gloves, booties, and hoodie for swimming. Yesterday, the water was a brisk 70 degrees, and the air temp was 69 with a light breeze. That feels nice until you're wet! Brrrrr! I still toughed it out for an hour though. I have 29 hours and 8 minutes in, and still need to swim today and tomorrow to close out the month. Thankfully, it's a bit warmer today than yesterday, and it's sunny. I hope the pool warms up a degree or two!

In order to order the wetsuit, I had to take my measurements. I haven't done that since I went to Curves 10+ years ago. My clothes have been fitting looser, and I'm excited to see progress in inches dropped.

@GabiV125 I haven't quite made it to Europe yet from the States, but I probably have crossed the English Channel by now! lol Happy Anniversary, btw!

@Jactop Excellent weigh in! Thanks for the weather vibes! I'll take all of them I can get!

@anido1 All those steps really paid off on your weigh in! Way to go!

@itsmegina Welcome aboard! We love seeing new faces!

@TwistedSassette Don't you love it when Apple Watch starts getting mouthy about your pace? It's like, if I was done, I would tell you I was done!

@Firefly743 Your story sounds very familiar...I'm in this for the long haul this time if you want to come along for the ride.

@leonadixon Don't go! You are very much a part of the community.

@WELCOME @itsmegina to the team! Please just jump right in and make yourself at home.

@leonadixon I will have @broncobuddee move you to the cheer squad for October and we will plan to put you back on the weekly November weigh-in unless you tell us otherwise. I’m glad that you are sticking around. And prayers for your upcoming surgery. Please let us know how you are doing once it’s over.

@buniphuphu that is a great goal to add walking to your swimming! And what a good idea to get the wetsuit so you can keep up doing what you love. Yayyyy to looser fitting clothes!!

@trooworld I like to go thrift store shopping too! Did you find any good treasures? Ahhh sorry that you are disappointed with your fast food. I made the same choice today for dinner. We will both have to live with the consequences. Let’s just work a little extra for the rest of the week.

@Firefly743 Hello Lynn! I am so happy to have you join us! I know admitting your heaviest number is hard. It was really hard for me too, but you have made a vow to yourself and now I want you to make one more vow and that is to vow to NEVER give up!! You might stumble along the way and have to tweak your plan many times. But the biggest key is to just keep going. We have some amazing women in this group who have lost a lot of weight and kept it off. I hope you will find them as inspiring as I do.

@TwistedSassette Yikes, that is a lot of expensive hardware your DH’s mouth!! I’m sure he was very pleased to be able to get it taken care of as I will be with my tooth. How cute to let your little boy take a walk with you. I bet he did sleep well!

Hi Team! Well, I went to the endodontist today and he shot this icy air on my hurt tooth and almost made me punch him from the pain. It was intense!! Needless to say, I need a root canal. I go Monday morning and will hand them $1400!! Then I guess I have to get a crown which will cost another huge amount of money. Whatever!! I just want this pain gone once and for all and I’m thankful that we have the money to take care of it. My hubby took me and felt so bad that I was in so much pain that he insisted on getting us Chic-Fil-A for dinner. He is a sweetie, but I will have to fast extra hard and eat super clean for the rest of the week. I mean I could have just got the salad and not the fries and chocolate shake...but I didn’t!!

100-Day Challenge Goals: Day 7
1. Fast clean for 19+ hours, with 2 days at 23+ hours. Fasted 19 hours
2. Workout six days a week (either BOD program, treadmill, or deep cleaning). I did 30-minute yoga program and 30-minute walk on the treadmill.
3. Eat at least 90% on plan, which means mostly low carb with one or two days of high-carbs. I ate wayyyy off plan! Chic-Fil-A wrap, fries, and a small chocolate shake. But ohhhh sooooo good!!
4. Have quiet time with God through prayer and reading. Yes, I finished up this week’s Bible study lesson and I’m ready for ladies Bible study tonight.

Hey gang, just a quick duck in. I went to the ER again yesterday and don't feel very well mentally or physically. Welcome to the new people! And Leona, don't you go anywhere!

Username:GabiV125
Check in day: Wednesday
SW: 135.0 lb
PW: 132.8 lb
CW: 132.0 lb
It’s not a “clean” lost because yesterday I had a very unfriendly gallbladder ☹️. I feel better today and I will enjoy the # although it’s undeserved and it won’t last.
Welcome aboard to our new troops!

@itsmegina The Habit Tracker is used by some of us and we certainly encourage everyone to use it. It is more of a tracker for yourself, but I enjoy seeing how everyone does with theirs. I just filled out my month and it’s always my intention to actually complete the whole month. :grin

@trooworld Yeah, I don’t find clothes very often either at the thrift stores. I’m hoping that I will one day! I like to go and search for jigsaw puzzles!

@GabiV125 Yikes, so glad you are feeling better! Maybe the number will last. Just keep on your plan.

@bethanie0825 that salty food gets me every time too! You will get it off!

@Katmary71 Ohhhh dear!! I’m sending you all my positive vibes and lifting you up in prayer that you will feel better soon.

@TwistedSassette Hey good job on trying that Les Mills workout video. Those are no joke! Enjoy the birthday and get right back on plan.

Hi everyone! I have been busy today shampooing my area rugs and bedroom carpets. The weather is glorious so I have my doors open to let in the fresh air. I now need to go start dinner and get ready for church this evening. I’m sure the 5-year olds will be their usual hyper selves.


100-Day Challenge Goals: Day 8
1. Fast clean for 19+ hours, with 2 days at 23+ hours. Fasted 19 hours
2. Workout six days a week (either BOD program, treadmill, or deep cleaning). I did 20 minutes on the treadmill and 30-minute yoga. I had a terrible headache and yoga really helped.
3. Eat at least 90% on plan, which means mostly low carb with one or two days of high-carbs. I have stuck to the plan today!
4. Have quiet time with God through prayer and reading. No, I was super busy today and ran out of time. I plan to double up tomorrow! Plus, I do have church tonight. 😉

itsmegina wrote: »

I checked out the google spreadsheet to keep track of 5 daily healthy habits but it looks like no one from the team filled it out yet. Is it just if we want to keep track ourselves or is it more of a team thing? Just wondering...

Just jumping in here even though I'm not on your team! The habit tracker for October does not start until the 4th, so not everyone has filled it in yet (they are still on the September version if they use it). I'm sure it will start to fill up over the next few days. Just go ahead and fill in your name and habits, and then you can start checking them off on Sunday.

100 days countdown:
Day 94 (9/29): cal ✅ , steps ✅
Day 95 (9/30): cal ✅, steps ✅

@Katmary71 Happy belated birthday! Sounds like you're smashing your class catch-up despite the challenges you're facing, that's awesome! Re the healer part - sounds a bit like every mechanic whose car doesn't run right and every sparky whose house needs electrical work! Perhaps you spend your energy healing others instead of healing inwards...

@buniphuphu That is an amazing 10 weeks! I'm sure in that time, as well as losing an incredible 17.8 lbs, you've learned a lot about yourself and what you're capable of.

Yesterday was a kind of average day for me. Work was stressful since it's month-end (I'm an accountant, so this is our busiest time) and the internet was out for nearly half the day so I couldn't actually do any work. This will probably make me miss reporting deadlines, which really sucks. But after work a few coworkers were going to play lawn bowls so I grabbed hubby and the toddler and we joined them - it was quite fun!

100 DAY CHALLENGE GOALS
Day 9: Thursday 1 October
1. Log calories eaten: Yes - 6/9
2. 20 mins exercise: No - 4/9
3. Record a calorie deficit: Yes - 5/9