Women 200lb+, Let's Be Magnificent This March!!!
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RavenStCloud wrote: »Hello, all!
I'm super excited because tonight I took my first yoga class in about 6 years. It kicked my butt, but this is the jumpstart I need. I've signed up for a trial of 6 classes (3 per week) with a friend who has been doing yoga for a while now, so hopefully she'll keep me on the straight and narrow.
I haven't been wanting to cook at at all, but I'm sticking to my Meatless March (and also avoiding dairy and chocolate which are definitely my trigger foods for over eating--along with fried chicken.)
Overall, I'm feeling very good about this month so far. 💜💜💜
Yoga is so beneficial, I'm rooting for you to continue! Great job keeping up with your goal of meatless march and avoiding your trigger foods.2 -
reesegrace1 wrote: »My CW is 226
My GW is 140
I want to get off my coffee & diet coke addiction and drink more water, workout, eat clean, and lose weight
I know the struggle, I recently stopped drinking pop. Yesterday was horrible I had such a caffeine headache. I stopped drinking pop 2 weeks ago and started at 247 and now am at 232.6 pounds. I know it was water weight. I can tell the difference in my legs, I can push in with my finger and there is no dent from being swollen. My goal is 145/150 I wish you the best luck and you can do it.6 -
It was a little chilly this morning, which was actually quite pleasant for my walk in the park. There's a bunch of crisscrossing and looping trails throughout the park, but for today I decided to just follow the main trail for 15 minutes, then turn around and come back the way I came. Right near the end I diverted onto another small loop, so I tacked an extra 10 minutes onto my planned 30-minute walk. I think I'll go for a full hour next week, with the goal of building up to two hours - I have the stamina to stroll leisurely for 60 minutes for sure, and I definitely have the time for a 2-hour walk. I heard a lot of birds in the trees but didn't see any other wildlife, although they do tend to avoid that main-drag trail I was on. 10/10 looking forward to this weekly outing, will probably keep it in the rotation for future months.9
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lindseydennison8 wrote: »I could of swore I posted ...
Mother to four been happily married for 10 years.
2 weeks ago at a Dr's appointment weighed in the biggest I have ever been 247. Since then I stopped drinking pop. I have bought a scale, britta water pitcher and a recumbent exercise bike (which should be arriving today or tomorrow. So far I been drinking water and water with lemon and a sugar free red bull in the morning. Eating salads, yogurt, cherrios. I also purchased Alli that I haven't started yet.
Looking for other women for support. I have no social life at all. Im inthe house 24/7 with my children due to this covid situation.
Yesterday weighed in at 236.4 pounds
Age 37
Hieght 5'3
Starting weight 247
Long term goal 145
March 1= 234.8
March 4=232.6
*** i will update measurements today.
Ok so I didn't do my measurements that day, just did them this morning...will commit to monthly measurements.
☆☆☆☆☆March 4th☆☆☆☆☆☆☆
BUST=45
WAIST=45
HIPS=53
ARMS=16
THIGHS=25
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@lindseydennison8 ah crap, you just reminded me I was going to take measurements last weekend! LOL thanks for the reminder!
Your measurements are close to what mine were last month. I don't know about you, but it seems like I so rarely see ladies with bodies like ours in spaces like these, so thank you (and the other shorties in this group - @sarah12277, @Arralethe, @ashleydhill777, @AstraL12 @ashmherrin - if there's any other fun-sized folx here, I see you too, but not everyone puts their height in their status update posts) for sharing your journey, and I hope you get something out of seeing me share mine.4 -
goal06082021 wrote: »@lindseydennison8 ah crap, you just reminded me I was going to take measurements last weekend! LOL thanks for the reminder!
Your measurements are close to what mine were last month. I don't know about you, but it seems like I so rarely see ladies with bodies like ours in spaces like these, so thank you (and the other shorties in this group - @sarah12277, @Arralethe, @ashleydhill777, @AstraL12 @ashmherrin - if there's any other fun-sized folx here, I see you too, but not everyone puts their height in their status update posts) for sharing your journey, and I hope you get something out of seeing me share mine.
Omg Im so happy you left a comment. I was really scared to, it was like I know how big I have gotten. I can't see my hoo-haa no more and haven't in about a year. Lol. So I knew the number were not one that I would like to see. As a woman I can't speak for all just how I feel, we just got a scale and I saw the number on the scale when my husband recently got off it and he was 165 lbs. I knew i was heavier than him but to know how much heavier was made me sad. He has been really supportive to me. With covid the kids and last year in September I had to have a hysterectomy they took everything but my ovaries. Im so happy I downloaded this app . I can meet and have new friends that knows what its like.11 -
@lindseydennison8 having major surgery in September really puts your body in shock. It is very traumatic and now you are finally starting to heal. It takes a LONG time to recuperate and all the swelling, etc. internally to go down. So glad you joined up and are here, and it's awesome your hubby is so supportive. Sending you good vibes!!3
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@lindseydennison8
Don't be scared to post your weight or measurements here. You are brave and courageous to show that vulnerability and it is helpful to others who read and need inspiration. Good job!9 -
Hi, I'm Shelly
I'm 48 and 5'3"
SW: 220 (1/2/2021)
GW: 175 by August
Weight tracking:
3/1: 208.6
3/8:
3/15:
3/22:
3/29:
Fitness goals:
Walk 3 dedicated miles 6 days a week
Log everything I eat (over 40-day streak currently)
10,000 Steps daily
Meet my Veggies and Protein goals (New for March)
Daily affirmations
Look for support from the message boards7 -
Yeah, more short ladies!! @pungshe1 welcome! Nice job on that 40-day streak, keep it up!
@lindseydennison8 I hear you on both counts, the "measuring makes it real" and being heavier than your partner. It's like I'm worried about drawing attention to my body, like somehow he hasn't noticed? I don't know if it's the case for you, but I've been big the entire time - it's not like he fell in love with a 125-lb waif in college that doubled in size over 10 years. I, and all of my rolls and assorted jiggly parts, have all been here the whole time, and I have it on good authority that he is both aware and appreciative of ALL of them. So my Jerkbrain trying to tell me "oH No bE cArEfUL oR eLsE hE's GoNnA NoTiCe YoU'Re fAt" is 1000% illogical and runs counter to all available evidence, but for some reason it still gets me down??? Like it's a password or a cheat code that unlocks Sad Mode for no reason. Stupid brain.5 -
goal06082021 wrote: »Yeah, more short ladies!! @pungshe1 welcome! Nice job on that 40-day streak, keep it up!
@lindseydennison8 I hear you on both counts, the "measuring makes it real" and being heavier than your partner. It's like I'm worried about drawing attention to my body, like somehow he hasn't noticed? I don't know if it's the case for you, but I've been big the entire time - it's not like he fell in love with a 125-lb waif in college that doubled in size over 10 years. I, and all of my rolls and assorted jiggly parts, have all been here the whole time, and I have it on good authority that he is both aware and appreciative of ALL of them. So my Jerkbrain trying to tell me "oH No bE cArEfUL oR eLsE hE's GoNnA NoTiCe YoU'Re fAt" is 1000% illogical and runs counter to all available evidence, but for some reason it still gets me down??? Like it's a password or a cheat code that unlocks Sad Mode for no reason. Stupid brain.
I was a little heavy when we got together in the 160 range in the past 10 years 2 more pregnancy back to back, lost the weight then back up and in the last 2.5 years its been a steady gain.3 -
WasteNotWench wrote: »Woo new thread! Happy March everyone!
I've decided I'm attempting 10,000 steps a day this month. We're only 4 days in but so far so good. Yesterday I left it so late and I did the whole 10,000 steps in go hahah GOSH my feet burned! It took an hour and 29 minutes if anyone is curious and was 4.38 miles according to my watch! It's going to be a struggle challenge this month, but I'm going to give it my best (walking workouts on youtube come in so handy when the weather is vile!). I'm going to give myself one day off if Shark Week destroys me on the first day as it's wont to do (so, 300,000 steps in March)
Here's my stats
Age: 31
Height: 5'7"
Original SW: 242lb as of 01/02/2021
February End weight: 233.5 lb
March Progress:
1st: 232 (-1.5lb)
8th:
15th:
22nd:
29th:
Weight lost so far this month (-1.5)
GW for March: 226lb (-7.5lb)
Was curious what type of watch do you have. I have a Samsung and was trying to figure out how to link my watch to the fitnesspal. Wondering if you dont mind telling me how to do it?0 -
☘️We are now firmly into 2021! What are your goals for the spring? Or for March specifically? Is there anything new you'd like to incorporate into your routine? Or a habit you'd like to kick to the curb?
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5'8
SW: 265
CW:250
GW:165
I have yo-yo'ed my entire life and I'm finally ready to get serious about weight loss again as my husband and I are TTC. I've lost 15 pounds changing my diet in Feb, but I really want to rev up the working out and being active. After a year of working from home, my piriformis is finally starting to give me some trouble (chronic soreness no matter how much yoga I do) and I'm sure it is from inactivity. I used to walk to work and school before the pandemic and now I just walk to my desk in my living room. LOL.
☘️If there was one piece of advice you could share with women who are just starting out on their weight loss journey, what would it be?
Eating healthy shouldn't be a chore - find recipes that you love made with whole nutrient-dense foods. You eating healthy doesn't mean feeling hungry or deprived. You should feel satiated and energized by your food!
If any of you lovely ladies have ideas on how to incorporate more activity into my day please let me know! I have been going on walks in the morning along the beach. I love in-person yoga classes, but they are still hard to come by with our state rules. I hate cardio although God knows I need it - loathe dancing (yay for being raised Baptist, jk lol). Does anyone have resources for doing HIIT at home? What works best for you doing all your cardio at once in the morning/evening or doing small bursts of activity throughout the day?6 -
@RachelWeir10 If you can do video games and have access to a Nintendo Switch, the game Ring Fit Adventure is a really fun way to incorporate cardio and bodyweight/basic resistance strength exercise (it involves a Pilates ring, so there's some resistance, not a ton). I talked about it a bit back at the start of this thread. If you aren't already, consider adding some kind of resistance training to your activity - it does burn calories, not as much as cardio for sure but it's super important especially for women. It helps lower the risk of osteoporosis as we age. I can't stand the hamster wheel (treadmill), but walking outside is lovely, and when it's safe to get back into a gym I'm so looking forward to lifting again.3
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I'm a few days late.... but hopping on this train:
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H: 5'6
SW: 247
CW: 246.6
Wanting to lose 8lbs this month (that is with some water weight I am currently carrying. My non-bloated goal is 6lbs a month.)
Let's Do it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!9 -
Just recuperating from a sprained ankle. Wasn't able to walk or snowshoe for a week. I walked today for the first time, very slowly but got up to 1.5 miles. What a difference in how I feel. Great to get back to it.
So I'm looking forward to get back on track exercise wise for March and drop 3-4 lbs.
SW 265
CW 253
End of March weight goal 249-250
When I accomplish this I will set a new mini goal for April.
Wishing you all well.
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Just a quick note to say had much I love reading all the updates from all you awesome ladies, it really makes my day. I had planned to respond to a few but it’s 9:30pm here and I’m knackered and already in bed so I’ll save it for another time. But wanted to at least tell you guys you are fabulous! Have great days all.7
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Hello everyone!
I was on myfitnesspal years ago and went from 250 to 170. I was in college fulltime, had an unpaid fulltime internship required for my degree and found out I was pregnant. Here I am years later a single mom with an amazing almost 4 year old son and a job I love in the medical field!
The problem you ask? I let myself go. I stepped on the scale Monday and it said 227! I swore when i lost the weight the first time i would never weight 200+ again. Redownload this app to help keep me accountable and purchased a cyclace bike to ride in the mornings.
The one thing I was to accomplish this month is to stop beating myself up for regaining almost all the weight I lost. I'm not perfect, no one is.
Current stats
Age: 31
Height: 5'10
SW: 227
CW: 225.5
GW: 170
Goal for March: Ride my exercise bike 5 mornings a week every week!8 -
@Kaken21 Don't beat yourself up. I did the same. I lost 80lbs several years ago using MFP and gained back about 98% of it. The good news is, I know I can do it again, and I know what to do to keep it off. We've got this!!
@rew2021 I was not raised Baptist (Church of God), but I don't dance either. Actually, I would love to, but I have no rhythm. Ha, ha, ha. Once you find a cardio you like, it'll be easier. I use YouTube to inspire me for exercise ideas.
@pungshe1 Welcome.You're practically my twin as far as your stats. When I weighed myself in Jan, I was 219 plus some ounces and I'm 5'3 1/2, but I round up. 😁 I weigh-in on Fridays and will see where I am in the morning.
I wish I could comment on everyone's post, but this thread is getting filled with women on a mission, and I love it. Keep pushing ladies!!!!0 -
I've sort of picked up the diet again, now that I feel better and the household stress has settled way down. But I now know I can maintain very well. So that's good to know!
Have started working out again, very low reps, very low weight, every single day, because that's what works with exercise intolerance. I have to just work until the muscle begins to feel a touch of fatigue and then stop. Over time, where that point is will slowly decrease, and I can go from five reps to eight, from eight to ten, from ten to fifteen, and then add five more pounds, and so on.7
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