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RangerRickL
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Welcome to the May 2021 Ultimate Accountability Challenge!
Some of you have been with this challenge for months and some are brand new. This is one of the hardest challenges to stay with throughout the entire month.
FOCUS, FOCUS, FOCUS!! Log every BLT (Bite, Lick, Taste). Stay strong and true to yourself....YOU WILL SUCCEED!!
Please feel free to share as much information as you feel comfortable sharing about yourself with the rest of the group. I look forward to getting to know all of you a little better.
GOOD LUCK!
Some of you have been with this challenge for months and some are brand new. This is one of the hardest challenges to stay with throughout the entire month.
FOCUS, FOCUS, FOCUS!! Log every BLT (Bite, Lick, Taste). Stay strong and true to yourself....YOU WILL SUCCEED!!
Please feel free to share as much information as you feel comfortable sharing about yourself with the rest of the group. I look forward to getting to know all of you a little better.
GOOD LUCK!
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This will be my Fourth month with UAC, I'm doing so much better then ever, in regards of exercising. I'm looking forward to May, my March and April were rough so far but hopefully May will be a perfect month when it comes to dieting and exercising.
My goal is to reach between 75~68 by July, I'm currently 78.6 kilos, so I'm getting really close to my goal despite all the hindrance. Being a member in this group made me keep going where I would have stopped before, I'm thankful for finding UAC.8 -
Back for month six.6
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This will be my 7th full month in the UAC. I've lost almost 40lbs and am only about 20lbs away from my goal weight! My 60th bday is May 2 and I'll be taking a pass day - and my sister's bday is the 8th (another pass day). So with 2 pre-planned pass days I'll need to walk the straight and narrow for the rest of the month. In April I re-set my calorie goal to 1900/day which is my best guess at maintenance calories as I hurt my knee at the end of March and knew that I wouldn't be getting many steps. I began IF in April and am happy to say that I've maintained the same weight throughout the month!
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Hello! I am brand new to this group. My biggest problem is not staying accountable to myself. I am 42 and need to lose 35lbs to get into a healthy BMI range. I joined Noom to get some help from the coach and the group, but was really disappointed at the lack of support. I really like the idea of this group!9
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Hello! I am brand new to this group. My biggest problem is not staying accountable to myself. I am 42 and need to lose 35lbs to get into a healthy BMI range. I joined Noom to get some help from the coach and the group, but was really disappointed at the lack of support. I really like the idea of this group!
@AnnieUTT As a long time MGP & NOOm member, I recommend asking for a new NOOM Coach (if you are still using them). My new coach made ALL the difference!1 -
Hello all. This group kept me motivated and accountable for a very long time and then I simply ... Anyway, I maintained for over a year but in the last 6 weeks I have gained 9 pounds. I have not been weighing my food for many months and I have not been moving. I woke up today, stepped on the scale, and thought - this stops today. I logged on this morning for the first time in so long, feeling quite unmotivated, to find a message from @Chinkiri that she sent yesterday. Thank you! Since the stars are all aligned, I am starting today.11
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Hi all. I’m new to MFP but old timer at the trying to lose weight thing. I have started many times but always lose my way and go back to old habits. I finally realized I need accountability and support. I live away from family and have no friends here where I moved 2 years ago. I’m 37 so I decided I will do this whatever it takes! I have 105lbs to lose so I’ll do it one step at a time. I know it will take me over a year to reach my goal but that’s fine with me if it means I get to keep the weight off once and for all. Cannot wait to start this challenge!10
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I’m here again. Haven’t made much progress in the last few months but stayed at a reasonable weight. Still need to drop the last few kgs to my goal weight and I’m ready to get my routines back into place for that. Jiu Jitsu competitions are starting up again here so I have something to work towards even if I’m not competing in all of them, training with the competition squad pushes me harder. I’m away for five days fetching parents from visiting my brother in Cape Town, but should be able to keep a decent routine even with the trip. Excited to get back into the zone, even though it is heading into winter.8
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Welcome and welcome back! I joined UAC in January and can tell you this group is amazing. I’ve only made it to the winners circle in March but that’s OK because my weight is tracking down. I’ve been inspired, challenged, and encouraged here. Just don’t give up and don’t be in too much of a hurry. Slow and steady isn’t glamorous, but it is sustainable.11
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Hello! Coming back for month #5 of the UAC. I'm transitioning into maintenance and learning to think of that as an active process, which is a new way of thinking for me. This group has been so helpful in offering encouragement whenever I need it!9
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I'm also back again. I will try and state some micro aims for this month tomorrow, still thinking about it, and I need a weigh-in first!7
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I’ve never done this challenge so hoping it will keep me accountable. I had a rough year . I’m an Icu nurse and my body has been through some bad spots. Last year I got my hip replaced due to arthritis and just my job, it went well but got two blood clots 2 weeks later and then covid in December . I was pretty sick but have been fighting to get to the road of recovery . I gained about 15 lbs and knew I had to do something . April 5 I started a low carb plan and have lost a few lbs but I need accountability to keep me in line.10
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I'm back again for my 3rd month. Haven't made it to the winner's circle yet but everyday is a new day to restart and try to be better than the day before.
Welcome and welcome back to everyone.6 -
Hi UAC family! It's May already, eh? Mmmk, here goes nothing from this bilingual Canadian.
My goal? Maintain my body fat in the low 20% range (or, gulp, high teens) since I've never been able to do that before. Along the way, getting stronger, more flexible, and working on mobility improvements are fun bonuses.
I'm in a body recomp phase right now and will likely be in this phase until autumn.
Ultimately, I'm here to stay with UAC because this part - the body fat and weight loss - is easier for me. Once the recomp is done, the maintaining might be a heavier mental struggle/commitment to self.
MAY Exercise: Theresa DePasquale's 90-day workout program (Phase 2), kettlebells and stair climbing
MAY Nutrition: Hit my protein macro (40%) at least once a week 😭 and keep fat macro between 25%-29% for the month's average
I start on May 1 with a redo of the Cooper Test. Back in NOV2020, I was "AVERAGE" for my age and gender according to the Cooper Test (I jogged 1.5 miles in 16:15 and could only do 21 modified push-ups). Ideally, I'll be sub-14 min for the running portion and able to do a substantial number of traditional push-ups instead of modified ones.
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I’m back for my fourth month of UAC though I took a break for the last two weeks of April. I feel like my weight loss is split into two sections, the first is done which was losing the excess weight I gained in 2020, but I’m still heavier than I want to be, and heavier than is healthy. I’ve found it hard to keep going now that I’m back at this familiar weight but I have realised in the two weeks that I took off from the challenge that I’m happier when I’m doing it than when I’m not! Looking forward to posts every day, I’ve missed them!7
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I’m back for month #5 (I think). Weight loss is slow but would be even slower without the accountability so here I am.6
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Back again. This time under doctors orders.
I am a 52yo married father of one. I used to be a regular on UAC, but life had other plans.
I have had some quite severe mental health challenges and part of my recovery is re-joining UAC. This is why doctors orders.
The last 16 months have been very trying. Due to medication and personal circumstances I put on over 20kg (40lbs) in that time. The medication slowed my metabolism and increased my appetite. The medications also made it mentally difficult to get out and exercise. Literally this has put me back at my starting weight (and fitness) of when I first joined UAC.
UAC had been a lifeline (literally). I used to enjoy the daily reporting and reading others accomplishments. It kept me in touch with people.
Now I need the support again. I am still on a number of medications. However, hopefully with UAC, the support and re-establishing the habits that got me to an ideal weight and fitness; I can get back there again.
I do have one advantage from where I started last time. All the knowledge from the research I had done I still have. I know what works (and what worked for me). I just need to do again what I have done before.23 -
@craigo3154 welcome back!!! I am so happy to see you here again.
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You've convinced me! I'm in!6
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I am happy to be joining!5
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@craigo3154 Really happy to see you again. No stranger to mental health issues myself.5
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I am back again, again. The Vovid experience, coupled with a couple of other challenges, knocked me for a loop. Ready to get back to a healthy lifestyle!6
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Good morning, I'm Regina and I'm in for the first time!!! Thank you for welcoming me, I'm so excited to be a part of a supportive community.8
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Welcome back Craig. You have been missed3
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I am back again, again. The Vovid experience, coupled with a couple of other challenges, knocked me for a loop. Ready to get back to a healthy lifestyle!
Great to see you here Jan! Welcome to all the new and returning members.
I am bON from Austin Tx. Been doing this maybe 6 or more months now? I have lost track. Absolutely love the daily aspect of this challenge and all the support and ideas from everyone. I am maintaining since 2017 but since my history is serial yo yo all my life I keep my hand and foot in the game now.4 -
craigo3154 wrote: »Back again. This time under doctors orders.
I am a 52yo married father of one. I used to be a regular on UAC, but life had other plans.
I have had some quite severe mental health challenges and part of my recovery is re-joining UAC. This is why doctors orders.
The last 16 months have been very trying. Due to medication and personal circumstances I put on over 20kg (40lbs) in that time. The medication slowed my metabolism and increased my appetite. The medications also made it mentally difficult to get out and exercise. Literally this has put me back at my starting weight (and fitness) of when I first joined UAC.
UAC had been a lifeline (literally). I used to enjoy the daily reporting and reading others accomplishments. It kept me in touch with people.
Now I need the support again. I am still on a number of medications. However, hopefully with UAC, the support and re-establishing the habits that got me to an ideal weight and fitness; I can get back there again.
I do have one advantage from where I started last time. All the knowledge from the research I had done I still have. I know what works (and what worked for me). I just need to do again what I have done before.
Reposting what I wrote May 1:
Oh @craigo3154 !!! I have missed you SO MUCH! Thrilled to see your message this morning. I’m beginning my 38th month in here & you & @RangerRickL have been invaluable to my successes!! Using much of what I learned from you both, I lost my last 25 of 75 lbs, reached goal weight & have now maintained for 2-2/3 YEARS. Thank you for helping create a MIRACLE!
🎉👍😄😄😄
Maddie
Addendum: I’m here for you - unequivocally. You are a person of great strength Craig.4 -
I am back again, again. The Vovid experience, coupled with a couple of other challenges, knocked me for a loop. Ready to get back to a healthy lifestyle!
Dear @jan110144 !!
Welcome back! I have missed you greatly as well. I know our journeys were in sync, and you amazed me with your athleticism!!
I look forward to reconnecting!
Hugs,
Maddie
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@craigo3154 so glad to see you back!
You've been an encourager to me on this healthy journey road.
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Hi folks. Back in for May. Welcome to our returnees and newcomers, and a thousand thanks to our leader, @RangerRickL for helping us stay accountable.
And an especially warm Welcome back to @craigo3154 - who has been greatly missed.
I’m Terri from Northern Ireland. Back for my 31st month. Still working on improving my fitness and health. Made the Winners Circle 30 times so far.
UAC is a good place for anyone to start the practicing of new habits, in a supportive and encouraging atmosphere. Through being a member, I have achieved my lowest weight in 4 decades, and have maintained it since late 2019.
Just a few details on my personal journey to health and fitness.
Aim for 2021 ~ maintain around 145 (I may even manage to drop a little more! 😂 ✅WHAT I HAVE DISCOVERED
I am FOCUSED on heathy food choices and
DETERMINED to achieve my goals!
Age: 75: Height 5’2”; Female
SW: 227lbs (Mar 2014)
LW: 142.2 (Mar 2021)
UGW: 140 (this may change when I get there 😂 )
CW: 143.2- Initially, dropped down to around 165, and stayed about there until late 2018.
- Set new goal in 2019 to drop to 155.
- Reset it to 150 in March 2020
- reset it to 145 in September 2020
- My ideal situation is to maintain < 150
- I use CI/CO and a variety exercise for extra calories.
- Logic would suggest that I have found a natural comfortable weight, and, according to Smart BMI calculation, I am in the upper range of normal for my age and height. However, logic doesn't always dictate our desires and feelings. 😂
THERE ARE NO QUICK FIXES OR SHORTCUTS to achieving permanent change.- Getting and staying healthy and fit requires the development of a permanent lifestyle reset.
- Replacing unhelpful habits with more useful ones is key to to the process.
- Losing weight is only one of the elements.
- Eating healthy and staying actively is not OPTIONAL, but an ABSOLUTE ESSENTIAL.
REMINDERS One or two thoughts on weight which might give heart to some of you.Stick with the process. It DOES work! But it does take time, effort, and most of all, patience!- Daily weight fluctuations are normal, and can be several lbs a day for no apparent reason.
- A general downward trend is what we are looking for.
- Eating out can cause apparent weight gain because of high sodium levels, but usually goes quickly. Drinking extra water helps with this.
- The human body does not react instantly to what we do to it. Sometimes it can take several days to see results.
- Plateaus are a normal part of the process. The body is consolidating and adapting to your new way of eating/exercising.
- The closer you get to your goal weight, the more difficult it becomes to lose weight, as your body becomes more efficient at using what you feed it.
- When you exercise you build muscle, which takes up less space than fat, so use measurements as well as weight to assess your progress.
- Getting/Staying fit and healthy requires a permanent lifestyle change for most people.
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Hello again!
I’m Maryann, this will be my 5th month doing UAC. I’m 38 years old, 5’8”, and currently am sitting at 176lbs. I started at 241lbs in August 2019, and am clearly a “slow and steady” kind of girl. Lol. Mentally, though, I really need to hit my final goal of 160 by August so I’m done with the 80lbs within 2 years.
So, I just realized I’m actually only 37 currently and I could have corrected that but it really sums up where I am mentally after COVID upended life so… 😂🤦🏻♀️.
I am married and we have a very active 5 year old. My hubs is on a similar journey, which is helpful at times and other times means I have two of us to keep motivated by myself - so having the support of this group is key and I appreciate all of you. ❤️
May goals:
*See 169.8 on the scale
*Add 20 minutes of yoga or stretching to every day. My hamstrings are so tight right now it’s both embarrassing and a wonder I haven’t had an injury.
*(The hard one) Join my gym’s 6 weeks summer challenge, have my initial body scan, and focus on how far I’ve come without getting caught up on how far I still have to go once I see it.
May we all have a successful month! ❤️🙌🏻
(Pun intended. Lol.)
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