Just Give Me 10 Days - Round 156

chublet25 · July 2021

SheilaBoneham wrote: »

🌸🐝🌻🦋🌺🐞🌼
HSW - 218.2 (Feb. 2015)
UGW - 130

2021 Goals — 165; eat mindfully; meditate most days; exercise for the pleasure of moving.

History 2021
R136 1/1/2021 End weight 183. (+1.4lb). 10-day ave cals 1885.
R137 1/11/2021 End weight 183. (+/-0). 10-day ave cals 1789.
R138 1/21/2021 End weight 183. (+/-0). 10-day ave cals 1753.
R139 — End weight 183. (+/-0). Didn’t track calories.
R140 — end weight 183.
R141 — end weight 183. Ave calories 1587. (Goal 1600) ⭐️
R142 3/2/21. End weight 183.2. Ave calories 1720. (Goal 1500)
R143 3/12/21. End weight 184. Ave calories 1733. (Goal 1500)
R144 3/22/21. End weight 183. Ave calories 1690.
R145 4/1/21. End weight 183.2. Ave calories 1504. (Goal 1500). ⭐️

My scale readings bounced up 4 pounds when I changed batteries, so I didn’t suddenly gain 4+ pounds. I didn’t want to write that down but, other than the horror of a heavier weight, what difference does it make? So I’m going with the new readings, dammit.

R146 4/11/21. End weight 184 (188.6). Ave calories 1516. (Goal 1500).
R147 4/21/21. End weight 188 (-.6). Ave calories 1526. (Goal <1500.)
R148 5/1/21. End weight 187.4. (-.6). Ave calories 1607. (Goal <1500.)
R149 5/11/21. End weight 188. (+.6). Ave calories 1789. (Goal <1500.)
R150 5/21/21. End weight 188.4. (+.4). Ave calories 1593. (Goal <1500.).
R151 5/31/21. End weight 187.6. (-.8). Ave calories 1812. (Goal <1500.).
R152 6/10/21. End weight 188.6. (+1). Ave calories 1843. (Goal <1500.)
R153 6/20/21. End weight 188. (-.6). Ave calories 1563. (Goal <1500.)
R154 6/30/21. End weight moving average 187.9. Ave calories 1663. (Goal <1400.).
R155 7/10/21. Moving average 189.1. Ave calories 1677. (Goal <1400).

Day/Moving Average Weight/7-day Calorie Ave/Comment

7/11 - 189 - 1623
Sat. nights seem to be craving/over eating time for me. Oh well. I just finished reading Burn: New Research Blows the Lid Off How We Really Burn Calories, Lose Weight, and Stay Healthy by Herman Pontzer, PhD. Pontzer is a Associate Professor of Evolutionary Anthropology at Duke University, Associate Research Professor of Global Health at the Duke Global Health Institute, and an internationally recognized researcher in human energetics (basically how we burn calories). I found it fascinating. (Full disclosure — my background is in cultural anthropology, so I lean that way!) Burn is not a “how to lose weight” book, but the science he discusses is certainly applicable to our mutual quests here. Some reviews complain that there’s “too much science,” and there is quite a bit of chemistry and physiology in one or two chapters, but Pontzer explains things clearly, and the scientific grounding is exactly what appeals to me. Anyway, I thought I’d mention it in case anyone might be interested. If you listen to podcasts you can also find quite a few interviews with Pontzer that boil down much of the info.

7/12 - 189 - 1625
Fresh peaches — yum! I made a peach galette yesterday, and plan to have a piece for lunch. 😁 The calories aren’t bad if not added onto a regular meal day. And the peaches are so good! I split a 25# Peach Truck box with a friend, so may need to freeze a few to keep them from going bad. Did I mention how good they are?

7/13 - 189 - 1683
Rainy days. At least the flowers and trees are getting a good watering!

7/14 - 189 - 1691
Well, I’m nothing if not consistent so far this round! I can’t seem to cut my calories back to where I want them/need them. Maybe I should try for smaller reductions each round until I’m down to ~1450. So I’ll aim for 1600 the rest of this round. Not so daunting.

7/15 - 188.4 - 1841
Weird. Calories up, weight down. Ok by me!

7/16 - 188.6 - 2014
Ooops. Darn food! Doing better today.

7/17 - 189 - 1827
Not doing so well with the calories. Two words — peach cobbler. Plus less activity as it’s been raining pretty steadily for several days. Not right now, though, so I’m off for a walk. Enjoy your Saturday!

7/18 -
7/19 -
7/20 -

Oh, peach cobbler! So delicious! I can't blame you! Fortunately for our weight loss plans, the season isn't long!

deepwoodslady · July 2021

Round 156
MY NAME IS DONNA. I AM 61 YEARS YOUNG & FROM THE MIDWEST USA. I AM APPROX 5’ 5” TALL.
ROUND 114 FOR ME.

“Today….I am choosing Me”

MY STATS:

Highest weight ever (05-10-2016): 253
Original starting weight on MFP: (01-11-2018) 235.0
R155 EW= 197.6
R156 EW= TBD

Current New Goals:

Weight:
Short Term Goal: To weigh less at the end of this round than I did at the end of the last round.
Final goal: 145-155. We’ll see how I look & feel when I get there.
Exercise: Move 30 minutes per day rotating activity.

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********LOOK AND SEE HOW THE UPS & DOWNS OF MY JOURNEY JUST HELPS ME BE A STRONGER & MORE DETERMINED ME********

COLOR CODE: Fuchsia is a Happy Weight Loss for me. Blue is a sad weight gain.Black is no change.

R43 through R52 (06/07/18 thru 09/23/18) = …..19.4 LOST (Ending weight 179.0)
R53 through R62 (09/24/18 thru 01/01/19) = …..4.1 GAINED (Ending weight 183.1)
R63 through R72 (01/02/19 thru 04/11/19) = …..8.1 GAINED (Ending weight 191.2)
R73 through R82 (04/12/19 thru 07/20/19) = …..5.5 GAINED (Ending weight 196.7)
R83 through R92 (07/21/19 thru 10/28/19) = …..8.7 LOST (Ending weight 188.0)
R93 through R102 (10/29/19 thru 02/05/20) = …2.0 GAINED(Ending weight 190.0)
R103 through 112 (02/06/20 thru 05/06/20) = …..14.9 GAINED (Ending Weight 204.9)

R113 through 122 (05/07/20 thru 08/23/20) = [color=blue)…..4.7 GAINED [/color=blue] (Ending Weight 209.6)

R 123 thru R132 (08/24 thru 12/02/20) = ……1.5 LOST (Ending Weight 208.1)

R133 thru R142 (12/03/20 thru 03/01/21) = ……0.7 LOST (Ending Weight 207.4)

R143 thru 152 (03/02/21 thru 06/10/21) = ……3.6 LOST (Ending Weight 203.8)

R153 (06/11/21 thru 06/20/21) = ……3.6 LOST (Ending Weight 200.2)

R154 (06/21/21 thru 06/30/21) = ……3.8 LOST (Ending Weight 196.4)
R155 (07/01/21 thru 07/10/21) = ……1.2 GAINED (Ending Weight 197.6)

R156 (07/11/21 thru 07/20/21) = ……xxx LOST (Ending Weight xxxxx)

Every healthy habit brings me closer to scratching each of these off to NEVER see them again!
250’s; 240’s; 230’s; 220's; 210's; 200's; 190's; 180’s; 170's; 160's; 159-154

Day/Weight/Comment
07/10 …..197.6….. ENDING WEIGHT LAST ROUND
07/11 …..197.6 ….. Same weight as yesterday. I was thrilled to get to 197 point anything but now it is hanging on too long and even fluctuating in a not so good way some days. Time to make some more real and lasting progress this round. Good luck everyone!

07/12 …..195.8 ….. The scale finally budged (and in the right direction!). Sometimes I forget that it takes it few days to see changes (both good and bad). Yesterday was a good day although water and movement was a bit insufficient. Meals were on target. I am going to run with the ball today and remember that every day matters. I have a lot of travel and social engagements that often derail me (most of us do!) I’ve got to allow these days that will be spent at or near home count!

07/13 …..195.2 ….. I ate very very late last night so I am only too happy to still see progress on the scale. The calories weren’t bad but the sodium was probably through the roof. Pushing water today!

07/14 …..196.0 ….. Up a bit from sodium for the last two nights. I’ve got to start choosing something that isn’t filled with salt when I get hungry. My weakness is sweets though and I’ve been avoiding that successfully. However, today is a short 25 mile road trip out of town to take my son and his new friend to the Dairy Queen. I will have lunch with them but I will try to choose wisely to allow for a bit of ice cream. I will also try to get in some yard walking and stair climbing in the house today. Workers will be here this afternoon so I can’t go far. Water…water…water. I am still down from the start of round and my trending weight continues to go down. I’ve got to get that BMI down though. I am still at over 32. Obese. A lot to work on during this long journey, but I’m up for the challenge.

07/15 …..196.8 ….. Drats! Dairy Queen is bad, Very Very Bad. I checked the nutritional labels last night (after the trip, why oh why not before?). Did you know that a medium turtle pecan Blizzard has 900 Calories???? OMGosh! So I had one single burger and the blizzard. The rest of the day was great. Over 10,000 steps. A short walk too. My calories in were still less than my calories burned but still a gain. I don’t always understand that. I will say no TMI x2 now and I know that water retention is always a contender too. We shall see what tomorrow brings. Today will be a redemption day. The good news, my trending weight is still going down.

07/16 …..195.6 ….. Goodbye Sodium and water retention. I expected this whoosh! I had a very low calorie day yesterday while staying thoughtful to carbs. It payed off.

07/17 …..195.4 ….. I bent down (without thought) to tighten my sandal straps yesterday. When I was done I realized I had bent in a fluid motion, no effort, no strain. No hefty breathing when done. No feeling like my head was going to explode. No belly got in the way. Big belly is still here but it must be smaller. I need to start measuring again (I was faithful with it before Covid). Wow, I actually fixed my straps like a normal healthy person! If that is not motivation, I don’t know what is! Today will be a good day!
07/18 …..xxxxx …..

07/19 …..xxxxx …..

07/20 …..xxxxx …..

str82nichelle · July 2021

OSW: 250.4 (3/1/2021)

Round 148 SW 230.2- EW 228.4 (1.8 lb loss)
Round 149 SW 228.8- EW 227 (1.8 lb loss)
Round 150 SW 226.8- EW 224.6 (2.2 lb loss)
Round 151 SW 224.2- EW 222 (2.2 lb loss)
Round 152 SW 222- EW 219.4 (2.6 lb loss)
Round 153 SW 219.4-EW 218 (1.4 lb loss)
Round 154 SW 218- EW 216.8 (1.2 lb loss)
Round 155 SW 216.8- EW 215.6 (1.2 lb loss)

Round 156
Round 155 EW: 215.6

Day/Weight/Comment

7/11-- 215.2
7/12-- 215
7/13-- 214.2
7/14-- 213.6
7/15-- 212.8
7/16-- 213-- Pizza and m&m's

7/17-- 212.8
7/18
7/19
7/20

Round Loss:

"Sweat, Smile and Repeat."

tiabirdie56 · July 2021

Does anyone know how to get your login days corrected? I've been logging into MFP since 2011. Many times I've thought about having it changed but didn't know how to go about it. I appreciate any advisement.
Tish

🙂 I found the link. I have all my days back except for 109. So now I stand at 3678. That's all UnderArmour will allow me. It should be 3787.

Shannonsto · July 2021

Highest (2012) 230.8
Starting Again (1/1/21) 215.2
Goal 140

Round 152–Start 189, End 185.4 (-3.6)
Round 153–Start 185.4, End 184.2 (-1.2)
Round 154–Start 184.2, End 183.0 (-1.2)
Round 155-Start 183.0, End 180.4 (-2.6)

SW: 180.4
Challenge Goal: 178.4

Adding my Happy Scale Trend because these fluctuations are messing with my head. The trend gives me a better view of my overall progress.

Day/Weight/Comment
7/11-180.8, Trend 181.1
7/12-179.4, Trend 180.9
7/13-178.6, Trend 180.4
7/14-179.0, Trend 180.0. Treated ourselves to Denny’s yesterday, so I was waaayyyy over my points. I’m surprised the scale didn’t rise more.
7/15-178.0, Trend 179.7
7/16-178.8, Trend 179.3
7/17-178.2, Trend 179.0
7/18-
7/19-
7/20-

Round Progress— -2.2

CamandJarvis · July 2021

You don't have to be perfect, you just have to be better than you were before

29, 5'5"
OSW: 164.2
GW: 130-135

Previous Rounds:

R69 EW: 158.1
R70 EW: 156.5
R71 EW: 156.3
R72 EW: 156.3
R73 EW: 155.2
R74 EW: 155.4
R75 EW: 156.1
R76 EW: 155.6
R80 EW: 153.2
R81 EW: 154.3
R82 EW: 154.1
R84 EW: 156.5
R89 EW: 156.7
R91 EW: 160.1
R93 EW: 159.3
R94 EW: 156.1
R98 EW: 154.5
R99 EW: 155.9

R100

EW: 152.8
R101 EW: 149.7 (1/15)
R102 EW: 149.0
R103 EW: 149.0
R104 EW: 146.2
R105 EW: 146.6
R106 EW: 144.6
R107 EW: 146.8 (spring break, only 2 days weight)
R108 EW: 147.7 (Moving out of state, starting new job)
R109 EW: 148.1
R110 EW: 150.1
R111 EW: 154.3
R112 EW: 152.6
R113 EW: 151.7
R121 EW: 153.0
R122 EW: 154.8
R123 EW: 153.9
R124 EW: 153.4
R125 EW: 155.6
R126 EW: 152.3
R127 EW: 151.5
R128 EW: 151.0
R129 EW: 151.0
R130 EW: 152.6
R131 EW: 153.9
R132 EW: 150.6
R133 EW: 151.2
R134 EW: 149.3
R135 EW: 149.5
R136 EW: 148.4
R137 EW: 147.9
R138 EW: 148.4
R139 EW: 151.9
R140 EW: 150.4
R141 EW: 150.4 (SNOVID)
R142 EW: 144.0 (PRK)
R143 EW: 144.2
R144 EW: 147.0
R145 EW: 145.7
R146 EW: 145.9
R147 EW: 145.9
R148 EW: 146.5
R149 EW: 147.3
R150 EW: 146.8
R151 EW: 147.9
R152 EW: 147.7
R152 EW: DNW
R153 EW: 147.2
R154 EW: 147.0

Last weight
7/10 - 147.0

Round Goal: 146.x Fast 16+hrs on weekdays, 14+hrs on weekends. Up the water! Water minimum: 75oz, Goal: 90oz.

Day, Weight, Comment
7/11 - 146.9
7/12 - DNW
7/13 - 148.1
7/14 - 146.6
7/15 - 146.5
7/16 - 145.1
7/17 - 144.9 - Fasted just over 24 hours but was very hungry and got a headache. Even after eating my headache continued into today. It's mostly gone now. Fasted just over 16 hours today. Behind on water today, but playing catch up now.
7/18
7/19
7/20

Previous Day's Comments

7/11 - Well, I tried to post yesterday but things were hectic and I still didn't get all my errands done. Oh well. I definitely need more water. This week at work was hectic as I was all over the place and didn't know whether to bring my water or not so I didn't (less to carry) and then ended up sticking around a different office with no water ): I don't even know who I'm shadowing this week for work so I'm not sure about my water intake going forward. The next 4 days will be hit and miss when it comes to posting. I'll do my best, but can't promise. I'm still weighing and aiming for good habits, though. I'll be back Friday, for sure, as it's my day off. HAVE A GREAT ROUND!
7/12 - DNP
7/13 - Pre-TOM bloat is hitting me hard today. Yesterday was more sitting than anything with online training to complete. Today, hopefully, will be a little bit more active. Feeling much less sleepy (though I hated my alarm going off) which is good. Yesterday was plain horrible how sleepy I was all day. Hopefully I can drink more water today. I tried yesterday but I was so tired I zoned out and didn't think about it. Leftover homemade shrimp alfredo for lunch. Meatball subs for dinner. Trying to make it a good day.
7/14 - TOM bloat and heaviness going down. Still working on getting more water. Been super challenging since I'm not stationary. BF Granddad died 2 days ago so yesterday he and the kids left. Be back (planning) Monday so its just me and the pup this weekend. Work today, off tomorrow to rest and relax. Need to go shopping for more veggie ideas for this weekend for me.
7/15 - Managed 65 oz water yesterday so I feel like I'm making some progress on that. Last ate about 2pm and had bone broth for dinner. Will aim for 2-3pm today bone broth only and see how I feel. Time to catch up on everybody's posts!
7/16
7/17
7/18
7/19

karlyMS58 · July 2021

Hello everyone, I know that I'm late to this round, but wanted to know if I could still join your group. Joined mfp about 6 days ago, and thought that it would be easier here on mfp and this group than trying to lose the weight by myself.

karlyMS58 · July 2021

Age: 58
Height: 6'0
Current Weight: 299.4 lbs
Ultimate Goal Weight: 198 lbs

Day/Weight/Comment:
7/17: 299.4
7/18:
7/19:
7/20:

CamandJarvis · July 2021

karlyMS58 wrote: »

Hello everyone, I know that I'm late to this round, but wanted to know if I could still join your group. Joined mfp about 6 days ago, and thought that it would be easier here on mfp and this group than trying to lose the weight by myself.

Welcome!! Absolutely jump in (: We are glad to have you

CamandJarvis · July 2021

Accountability again: I signed up for a 5k on Nov. 20th.

I had this thought that I hadn't run a 5k in a long while and brought it up to Fam. They dropped the bombshell that they signed up for a half marathon and there's a 5k available. Welp, I signed up on the spot. Spent the $50 to lock me in. Either I go there and run/walk it (I can walk that pretty easily with no prep) or I can stick to it, train, and go make myself proud.

karlyMS58 · July 2021

Thank you! @CamandJarvis, for the welcome

brook123lyn · July 2021

HW 223
begun round 151 173.7
SW: 168
Day/Weight/Comment
7/11 DNW
7/12 168 - had a wonderful weekend away at a wedding - squaffing champagne and cake . Back to business again today though. Wish you all well.
7/13 168
7/14. 167.2
7/15. 166.7 finding consistency hard at the mo - just gonna hold on and ride it out
7/16
7/17
7/18 167.2 keepin on riding 😊
7/19
7/20

maxshannon · July 2021

SW: 187
GW: 140 – for Round #156

7/11 141.8
7/12 141.6
7/13 140.8
7/14 140
7/15 142.4
7/16 141
7/17 140.6
7/18 138

allison8668 · July 2021

SW: 198 - Nov 2020
Round 154 : 182 - no loss
Round 155 : 182 - no loss

Day/Weight/Comment
7/11 - 182 - Eventho I’ve had no weight change to speak of, my clothes are fitting looser.
7/12 - 182 - Maybe time to consider reducing calorie intake by 200 to see if it changes anything.
7/13 - 182 - Expected.
7/14 - 181 - Have to wait a few days to see if this is the start of a downward trend.
7/15 - 181 - Starting a new diet plan today - going to do it for 2 weeks (at least.)
7/16 - 180 - Nice to see movement on the scale.
7/17 - 179 - Happy - hope to delve deeper into the 170’s. (No more 180’s)
7/18 - 178 - I’m glad it’s working. Gonna keep going.
7/19
7/20

chublet25 · July 2021

heaviest weight: 225 pounds (Mar 23, 2021)
current weight: 175.5
goal weight: 126

weight lost (lb):

round 150: (3.0) . . . . . round 155 (4.0)
round 151: (3.0)
round 152: (3.0)
round 153: (3.5)
round 154: (3.5)

goal for round 156 is 2.5 pounds (looking for 173.0 on the scales)

7/11: 175.5
7/12: 174.5
7/13: 174.5
7/14: 174
7/15: 174
7/16: 173.5
7/17: 172.5

7/18: 172.5 (humid day! New ducklings (Anne and Diana) are getting much friendlier to me and are hanging with the hens (good choice; those hens know the score). They got separated in a little bit of woods behind my barn yesterday and were calling and peeping to each other desperately, and they were so happy to be reunited; they are such good friends (for sisters, ha!). I let Pippin the crazy rooster loose with the rest of the flock, which is overseen by brother roosters Salty Dog and Mr. Pepper, but he continued to want to fight them so once again, I picked him up and put him back in his pen. There must be some way to teach a rooster not to fight, but I'm just not reaching Pippin. The other lads never start it. I've had Pippin for about 6 years now. Maybe some day he'll calm down and get over himself.)

7/19:
7/20:

Lilylady3k · July 2021

You’ll never change your life until you change something you do daily. The secret of your success is found in your daily routine.

Female, 5’3”, 60
Ultimate Lifetime Goal: Weigh Less Each Year Than the Last
2019 SW: 245 BMI 43.4 (1/2/2019) Lost 15 lbs in 2019 then regained 5
2020 SW: 235 BMI 41.6 (1/1/2020) Then back up to 241 before refocusing in Aug
2021 SW: 212 BMI 37.6 (1/1/2021)
GW: <200 in 2020 BMI 35.2
UGW: 165 BMI 29.2 Overweight NOT Obese

Every healthy habit brings me closer to scratching each of these off to NEVER see them again!
240’s; 230’s; 220's; 210's; 200's; 190's; 180’s; 170's; 160's; 150's

My goal for 2021 is to get into ONEderland and make it stick. Changing my life.
Plans:
🔹Find workout routine that works (walk, bike, planks, yoga, swim, take advantage of retirement to be more active); target walking 100 miles each month
🔹Drink more water (target min 64-80 oz daily; start with 1 glass before coffee)
🔹Journal Food Daily (tracking with MFP since 12/28/2018; basically skipped June-Dec 2019; recommit 1/1/2020; skipped out April-July 2020; recommit 8/6/2020)
🔹Daily Vitamins (Dr’s orders; need to not ignore)
🔹Drink less alcohol (3 AF days per week; ~12-16 AF days per month; limit 1-2 glasses per day)

R63: 245 (1/2/2019)
R64-75: notes in 2019 folder
R76: 229.5 (5/12/2019)
R77-99: notes in 2019 folder
SWR100: 236.4 (12/29/2019)
R100-121: notes in 2020 folder
SWR122: 241 (8/6/2020)
R122 20200804: 234.8 (-6.2)
R123-135: notes in 2020 folder
R136 20210101: 211.4 (-1.5)
R137 20210111: 210.0 (-1.4)
R138 20210121: 207.7 (-2.3)
R139 20210131: 208.6 (+.9)
R140 20210210: 206.6 (-2)
R141 20210220: 210.2 (+3.6)
R142 20210302: 208.0 (-2.2)
R143 20210312:207.3 (-.7)
R144 20210322 209.2 (+1.9)
R145 20210401 208.4 (-.8)
R146 20210411 207.2 (-1.2)
R147 20210421 206.5 (-.7)
R148 20210501 207.3 (+.8)
R149 20210511 207.7 (+.4)
R150 20210521 205.5 (-2.2)
R151 20210531 206.7 (+1.2)

R152 20210610 205.3 (-1.4)
R153 20210620 207.1 (+1.8)
R154 20210630 205.9 (-1.2)
R155 20210710 206.1 (+.2)

R156: Time to make some progress and strive for <200 in July! Quit this yo-yo cycle.
Exercise Goal for this round: Bike, planks, squats & hand weights at least once per week. Walk the dog 100 miles in July!

🎯Mini Goal: 204.x (Repeat until I hit it!)

Day/Weight/Previous Day’s Comment
7/11 205.4 Walk 2.75 miles, trimmed tree limbs, 1678 cal, 81 net carbs. Better start this round. No plans for travel or parties this time around so I have no excuses but to hit my mini goal.
7/12 204.9 Walk 2 miles, bike 10 min, plank, squats, hand weights, 1757 cal, 89 net carbs, AF.
7/13 205.2 Walk 3.8 + .7 + .4 miles, 1899 cal, 92 net carbs, 1 glass wine. Teeter tottering on the edge wishing to push downward.
7/14 207.0 Walked .9 + 1.75 miles, swimming, 1565 cal, 68 net carbs, AF. Hiking in Brazos State Park & swimming to entertain my daughter-in-law’s 5 yr old niece that is visiting. Came too close to an alligator! Wow that is a strange & disappointing jump up on the scale this morning! Could sweet potato fries do that much damage at lunch?
7/15 207.2 Walked 4.5 miles, bike 30 min, squats, hand weights, cal, net carbs, AF. Chili for lunch and Torchy’s for dinner. Walked the dog to my home owners’ assoc. local lap pool (heated during the winter) to see if my key card still works which was much further than I thought but a nice walk (better than jumping in the car!). It is still active so I guess I need to consider adding swimming laps to my routine. The dog & I were both exhausted walking in the heat but we beat the rain! Need to make a point to get out earlier in the morning.
7/16 207.4 WI at 4am. Walk 2 + 1.3 miles, weeding/gardening, 2187 cal, 141 net carbs, AF (Neon Zebra margarita mocktail). Pizza for lunch & quesadillas for dinner. Need to clean up my meal planning.
7/17 206.2 Walk 1 + 1.3 miles, 1892 cal, 95 net carbs, 3 glasses wine.
7/18 207.0 Walk 1.3 miles , 1511 cal, 83 net carbs, 4 glasses wine. Nice morning breakfast outside then farmers market with DD & her husband & dogs. A pretty lazy day but did throw out more stuff as I anticipate a possible move. Also sorted more of my kids’ medical, scouting and school records along with their birth, baptism, lifeguarding & other certificates to pass along to them. The idea of moving elsewhere away from the kids and all the community I’ve built up over the past 30 years in Houston is starting to stress me out. Drinking more, not paying attention to the meal planning, not sleeping well (dreams of what if) and in general riddled with anxiety.
7/19
7/20

coblujay · July 2021

Welcome, @karlym558! This is my very first round and it's been really helpful.

Age: 62 5’6”
SW: 261 (6/3/21) 
CW: 247.2 (7/10/21)
 UGW: 175 
End of 10 day challenge Goal: 245

Drink a minimum of 64 oz water a day 
Swim, Circuit, Hike (5x minimum)

7/11 - 249.8 (+2.6) I had my weekly indulgence meal on Friday which should cause some weight gain, but I was a little surprised by this much. Finished a 3.7 mile hike this morning.
7/12 - 249.2 (+2.0) Slowly moving back down. 1 hour of circuit training scheduled for today. Staying focused.
7/13 - 247.6 (+.4) Finally, my weight is heading back down. Today, I’m headed to a pool to swim laps. I haven’t done this for many years, so I’m a bit nervous and don’t know quite how long I’ll be able to keep going. It’s a good test and hopefully a fun was to exercise that I can add to my routine.
7/14 - 245.6 (-1.6) Swimming laps was a challenge, but I did 22 laps in a 25 meter length pool. I felt great all afternoon Stomach a little upset today for some reason, so this weight might go up a little once things settle down.
7/15 - 245.8 (-1.2) Relaxed yesterday after not feeling very well. Planning another lap swim this afternoon. Hoping to improve my distance and form.
7/16 - 246.4 (-.8) I’m gaining more confidence in the pool. I can’t wait until I can do continuous laps. I gained a little weight today, but not too worried. It’s nice not to panic when an occasional blip happens.
7/17 - 248.2 (+1.0) Bouncing around a bit this week. I had my indulgence meal last night. With only a few days left in the challenge, I’m hoping to end below my starting weight. Still feeling good and motivated.
7/18 - 247.2 (0) At least I’m back to where I started. I was definitely hoping to lose a bit more in ten days, but I’m hanging in there. A little frustrated but focused. My sister and I are hiking today and we usually cover 3-4 miles. The weather and mountains will be beautiful! I'm doing so much better with my water so that's a bonus.

CamandJarvis · July 2021

You don't have to be perfect, you just have to be better than you were before

29, 5'5"
OSW: 164.2
GW: 130-135

Previous Rounds:

R69 EW: 158.1
R70 EW: 156.5
R71 EW: 156.3
R72 EW: 156.3
R73 EW: 155.2
R74 EW: 155.4
R75 EW: 156.1
R76 EW: 155.6
R80 EW: 153.2
R81 EW: 154.3
R82 EW: 154.1
R84 EW: 156.5
R89 EW: 156.7
R91 EW: 160.1
R93 EW: 159.3
R94 EW: 156.1
R98 EW: 154.5
R99 EW: 155.9

R100

EW: 152.8
R101 EW: 149.7 (1/15)
R102 EW: 149.0
R103 EW: 149.0
R104 EW: 146.2
R105 EW: 146.6
R106 EW: 144.6
R107 EW: 146.8 (spring break, only 2 days weight)
R108 EW: 147.7 (Moving out of state, starting new job)
R109 EW: 148.1
R110 EW: 150.1
R111 EW: 154.3
R112 EW: 152.6
R113 EW: 151.7
R121 EW: 153.0
R122 EW: 154.8
R123 EW: 153.9
R124 EW: 153.4
R125 EW: 155.6
R126 EW: 152.3
R127 EW: 151.5
R128 EW: 151.0
R129 EW: 151.0
R130 EW: 152.6
R131 EW: 153.9
R132 EW: 150.6
R133 EW: 151.2
R134 EW: 149.3
R135 EW: 149.5
R136 EW: 148.4
R137 EW: 147.9
R138 EW: 148.4
R139 EW: 151.9
R140 EW: 150.4
R141 EW: 150.4 (SNOVID)
R142 EW: 144.0 (PRK)
R143 EW: 144.2
R144 EW: 147.0
R145 EW: 145.7
R146 EW: 145.9
R147 EW: 145.9
R148 EW: 146.5
R149 EW: 147.3
R150 EW: 146.8
R151 EW: 147.9
R152 EW: 147.7
R152 EW: DNW
R153 EW: 147.2
R154 EW: 147.0

Last weight
7/10 - 147.0

Round Goal: 146.x Fast 16+hrs on weekdays, 14+hrs on weekends. Up the water! Water minimum: 75oz, Goal: 90oz.

Day, Weight, Comment
7/11 - 146.9
7/12 - DNW
7/13 - 148.1
7/14 - 146.6
7/15 - 146.5
7/16 - 145.1
7/17 - 144.9
7/18 - 146.2 - Didn't quite catch up on water and was so hungry all day after I broke my fast. Was also a lazy day, though I did take the pup for a super short walk at dusk. Mosquitos were eating us both alive though, so we came inside. As soon as my phone charges (it didn't overnight, not sure why), I'm going to go on my first Zombies, Run! mission. This is 22 minutes of running/jogging/walking (whatever we choose) to learn about the program. This one is a C25K version but I hope I'll stick to it better than the original C25K app I used. It is 8 weeks long but with my work schedule, I know I can't run 3 days a week but thankfully I have 18 weeks until the run to build up.
7/19
7/20

Previous Day's Comments

7/11 - Well, I tried to post yesterday but things were hectic and I still didn't get all my errands done. Oh well. I definitely need more water. This week at work was hectic as I was all over the place and didn't know whether to bring my water or not so I didn't (less to carry) and then ended up sticking around a different office with no water ): I don't even know who I'm shadowing this week for work so I'm not sure about my water intake going forward. The next 4 days will be hit and miss when it comes to posting. I'll do my best, but can't promise. I'm still weighing and aiming for good habits, though. I'll be back Friday, for sure, as it's my day off. HAVE A GREAT ROUND!
7/12 - DNP
7/13 - Pre-TOM bloat is hitting me hard today. Yesterday was more sitting than anything with online training to complete. Today, hopefully, will be a little bit more active. Feeling much less sleepy (though I hated my alarm going off) which is good. Yesterday was plain horrible how sleepy I was all day. Hopefully I can drink more water today. I tried yesterday but I was so tired I zoned out and didn't think about it. Leftover homemade shrimp alfredo for lunch. Meatball subs for dinner. Trying to make it a good day.
7/14 - TOM bloat and heaviness going down. Still working on getting more water. Been super challenging since I'm not stationary. BF Granddad died 2 days ago so yesterday he and the kids left. Be back (planning) Monday so its just me and the pup this weekend. Work today, off tomorrow to rest and relax. Need to go shopping for more veggie ideas for this weekend for me.
7/15 - Managed 65 oz water yesterday so I feel like I'm making some progress on that. Last ate about 2pm and had bone broth for dinner. Will aim for 2-3pm today bone broth only and see how I feel. Time to catch up on everybody's posts!
7/16 - Fasted just over 24 hours but was very hungry and got a headache. Even after eating my headache continued into today. It's mostly gone now. Fasted just over 16 hours today. Behind on water today, but playing catch up now.
7/17
7/18
7/19

playhardkf2017 · July 2021

29 yo female
5’2” Small frame according to my wrist circumference
SW 126.2 (April 14th, 2020)
Highest lifetime weight: 138 lbs. August 2011
Goal Weight: 110
Previous rounds: 125.2 -> 122.8 -> 121.6 -> 121.2 -> 119.8-> 119.4 -> 117.8 ->116.6 -> 117.2 ->117.2->114.8 ->116.8 -> 116.4 -> 114.0 -> 115 -> 115.4 ->115 ->113 -> 113-> 113.8 ->114.6 -> 113.6 -> 115.8-> 116 -> 115.6 -> 117.6 -> 115.8 ->118.2-> 117.4 ->116.6 -> 116.8 ->115.6 -> 116.6 -> 115.4 ->?-> 116.6 -> 116.2 -> 115.4->?-> 117.8 ->116.6 -> 116 -> 116 -> 115 -> vacation -> catching up from vacation/didn't weigh
Goal weight for this round: Get to pre vacation weight!

7/11
7/12
7/13
7/14
7/15
7/16
7/17
7/18 116.6 The last week and a halfish has been crazy catching up with work and my husband has been using my lap top to study for his OT license exam, so I haven’t had access to my lap top during the day. I’ll be catching up on the thread in a few to see what everyone has been up to. I have my second round interview tomorrow and I’m keeping my fingers crossed that one goes well too. Food has been up and down over the past week or so. Most days have been really good and then there are days where I have a bit more than planned. Was happy to see the number on the scale this morning though considering it was 118.4 the other day. I’m creeping into the time of month where I have my largest increase but at least I know to expect it. Have a happy Sunday all!

SheilaBoneham · July 2021

🌸🐝🌻🦋🌺🐞🌼

HSW - 218.2 (Feb. 2015)
UGW - 130

2021 Goals — 165; eat mindfully; meditate most days; exercise for the pleasure of moving.

History 2021

R136 1/1/2021 End weight 183. (+1.4lb). 10-day ave cals 1885.
R137 1/11/2021 End weight 183. (+/-0). 10-day ave cals 1789.
R138 1/21/2021 End weight 183. (+/-0). 10-day ave cals 1753.
R139 — End weight 183. (+/-0). Didn’t track calories.
R140 — end weight 183.
R141 — end weight 183. Ave calories 1587. (Goal 1600) ⭐️
R142 3/2/21. End weight 183.2. Ave calories 1720. (Goal 1500)
R143 3/12/21. End weight 184. Ave calories 1733. (Goal 1500)
R144 3/22/21. End weight 183. Ave calories 1690.
R145 4/1/21. End weight 183.2. Ave calories 1504. (Goal 1500). ⭐️

My scale readings bounced up 4 pounds when I changed batteries, so I didn’t suddenly gain 4+ pounds. I didn’t want to write that down but, other than the horror of a heavier weight, what difference does it make? So I’m going with the new readings, dammit.

R146 4/11/21. End weight 184 (188.6). Ave calories 1516. (Goal 1500).
R147 4/21/21. End weight 188 (-.6). Ave calories 1526. (Goal <1500.)
R148 5/1/21. End weight 187.4. (-.6). Ave calories 1607. (Goal <1500.)
R149 5/11/21. End weight 188. (+.6). Ave calories 1789. (Goal <1500.)
R150 5/21/21. End weight 188.4. (+.4). Ave calories 1593. (Goal <1500.).
R151 5/31/21. End weight 187.6. (-.8). Ave calories 1812. (Goal <1500.).
R152 6/10/21. End weight 188.6. (+1). Ave calories 1843. (Goal <1500.)
R153 6/20/21. End weight 188. (-.6). Ave calories 1563. (Goal <1500.)
R154 6/30/21. End weight moving average 187.9. Ave calories 1663. (Goal <1400.).

R155 7/10/21. Moving average 189.1. Ave calories 1677. (Goal <1400).

Day/Moving Average Weight/7-day Calorie Ave/Comment

7/11 - 189 - 1623
Sat. nights seem to be craving/over eating time for me. Oh well. I just finished reading Burn: New Research Blows the Lid Off How We Really Burn Calories, Lose Weight, and Stay Healthy by Herman Pontzer, PhD. Pontzer is a Associate Professor of Evolutionary Anthropology at Duke University, Associate Research Professor of Global Health at the Duke Global Health Institute, and an internationally recognized researcher in human energetics (basically how we burn calories). I found it fascinating. (Full disclosure — my background is in cultural anthropology, so I lean that way!) Burn is not a “how to lose weight” book, but the science he discusses is certainly applicable to our mutual quests here. Some reviews complain that there’s “too much science,” and there is quite a bit of chemistry and physiology in one or two chapters, but Pontzer explains things clearly, and the scientific grounding is exactly what appeals to me. Anyway, I thought I’d mention it in case anyone might be interested. If you listen to podcasts you can also find quite a few interviews with Pontzer that boil down much of the info.

7/12 - 189 - 1625
Fresh peaches — yum! I made a peach galette yesterday, and plan to have a piece for lunch. 😁 The calories aren’t bad if not added onto a regular meal day. And the peaches are so good! I split a 25# Peach Truck box with a friend, so may need to freeze a few to keep them from going bad. Did I mention how good they are?

7/13 - 189 - 1683
Rainy days. At least the flowers and trees are getting a good watering!

7/14 - 189 - 1691
Well, I’m nothing if not consistent so far this round! I can’t seem to cut my calories back to where I want them/need them. Maybe I should try for smaller reductions each round until I’m down to ~1450. So I’ll aim for 1600 the rest of this round. Not so daunting.

7/15 - 188.4 - 1841
Weird. Calories up, weight down. Ok by me!

7/16 - 188.6 - 2014
Ooops. Darn food! Doing better today.

7/17 - 189 - 1827
Not doing so well with the calories. Two words — peach cobbler. Plus less activity as it’s been raining pretty steadily for several days. Not right now, though, so I’m off for a walk. Enjoy your Saturday!

7/18 - 188.4- 1873
Ate a lot, but I worked 3+ hours in the garden, digging and replanting a few plants, weeding (big job after all the rain,), mulching…. More today before the heat returns. With all the terrible heat and floods and fires these days, I hope you’re all safe and whole.

7/19 -
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