Just Give Me 10 Days - Round 157

Stats: 5'1", F

SW: 59 kg
GW: 50 kg
Goal for round 157 is 57 or 58 kg.

7/21: 59.3 kg - Currently on period so have been snacking often. This morning, I went on a 20 minute walk. Goal is to wake up earlier to have a longer walk in the mornings.
7/22: 59.6 kg - Not feeling so good about the weight gain. Keeping mindful of what I consume today and my exercise.
7/23: 59.5 kg - Going on a run in the morning and also an evening walk!
7/24: 58.7 kg - Happy! Played tennis with a friend and went for all you can eat sushi. Didn't eat anything the rest of the day as I was really full. Had green tea and lots of water instead.
7/25: 59.4 kg - Expected this gain from AYCE sushi lol. Hoping this week will be better!!
7/26 - Forgot to weigh in!
7/27: 59.6 kg - Had an evening snack (yogurt and granola, also craved some cheese lol). Happy with exercise today. I did a morning and evening walk (totaled 10,436 steps by end of day).
7/28: 58.4 kg - 😳 don't know how that happened, but yay! Progress! Getting close to the goal for this 10 day challenge. Feeling super motivated to keep active. 💪 
7/29 - 58.5 kg
7/30

* ROUND 157 (July 21 - July 30) Water, 80+ ounces daily, carbs at 30g, last meal(s) by 7pm., that seems to be what I end up at most days.

Seeking lower bodyfat%
My name is Tish.
Age: 64
Height: 5'7.5"
USW: 260
2021 Start Wgt:215 (Jan 1)
CW:209.4
RGW: Lose 1/2 to 1 pound
FGW: 175       
*It's easier for me to think 10lbs ahead at a time* Round 154 - 216 EW}June 30 2021
Round 155 - 212.6 EW}July 10 2021
Round 156 - 209.4 EW}July 20 2021
{Day/Weight/Comment}

Day1▪︎We•7/21- 209.4 (Tu•7/20- 2:15pm, 6pm ; 20hrs) 24g carbs; Fiber•2g; 88ozs water.

Day2▪︎Th•7/22- 211.2  (We•7/21-3pm, 7:30pm; 21hrs) 21g carbs; Fiber•5g; 84ozs water. Stepped on the scale way too early, 6am. (9:30am, still holding extra fluid late this morning. Tomorrow.

Day3▪︎Fr•7/23- 208.4  (Th•7/22- 3:30pm, 6pm, 7:30pm; 20hrs) 24g carbs; Fiber•8g; 64ozs water.

Day4▪︎Sa•7/24- 209.4 Early weigh in. (Fr•7/23- 4pm, 6:30pm, 7:45pm; 20.5hrs) 41g carbs; Fiber•11g; 80ozs water.

Day5▪︎Su•7/25- 208.4  (Sa•7/24- 2:15pm, 7:15pm; 18hrs) 25g carbs; Fiber•5g; 120ozs water.

Day6▪︎Mo•7/26- 208.6 (Su•7/25- 11am, 4:30pm, 7pm, 8pm; 15hrs) 49g carbs; Fiber•15g; 126ozs water. Woke up tired, didn't sleep much. My mind was too active. Higher carbs yesterday. 3ozs of protein ice milk and a TBS of dark chocolate baking chips was the cause.

Day7▪︎Tu•7/27- 208  (Mo•7/26- 3pm, 6pm; 19hrs) 37g carbs; Fiber•7g; 72ozs water.

Day8▪︎We•7/28- Tu•7/27- 1pm, 3:30pm, 7pm; 19hrs) 25g carbs; Fiber•6g; 96ozs water.

■Day9▪︎Th•7/29- 209 early weigh in We•7/28- 7:15pm; 24.25hrs) 16g carbs; Fiber•3g; 96ozs water.


■Bodyfat% using Vanity Planet BF scale
■BMI using National Heart Lung & Blood Institute app

link to: Waist to Height Ratio

link to: Waist to Hip Ratio

link to: Cucumber Detox Water Recipe

SBMI ~ Smart Body Mass Index Link


Seeking lower bodyfat%

SW: 299.2 (April 20, 2021)
GW: 180
Round Goal: 260
Day/Weight/Comment
7/21 - 262.4 After taking the last round off for a friend's wedding, it's time to get back into it. Have not worked out as I'm still adjusting to the time zone, but I HAVE to tonight. Last wedding got me off track for about 10 days, I can't let that happen again.
7/22 - 259.9 Honestly surprised by a drop. Maybe yesterday's weight was effected by the flights and not working out? Not sure. Ran 2 miles this morning and 1.5 last night. I really hope I can keep this below 260 and this isn't just a water weight loss!
7/23 - 259.3 Ran 2.26 miles this morning. I originally wanted 2 miles, but then I was close to 20 minutes running so I went a little longer, then I was close to 400 calories burned so I went a little longer. Actually feels good to run and kind of want to go again tonight. Also thought of how close I am to 250 and how big that number will be. It'll mark 50 lbs down, a new BMI category and just being 1/2 way to the 100s. Definitely giving me an extra push!
7/24 - 259.3
7/25 - 259.3
7/26 - 257.1 I feel like this drop always happens after the weekend. I'm not sitting at a desk all day so I get up and I have to do lawn work and all that and work out on top of that so a drop always happens for Monday. Woke up and wasn't going to work out but then figured why not get a quick run in to burn calories? Ran until I hit 300 calories burned.
7/27 - 257.3 A bit of an increase but at least I know the scales are accurate. Ran 2.25 miles with a <9 minute pace this morning, I'm going to try to do a 5k at some point just have to push myself! 3 more days in this round, hoping to see 256 point something on the scale shortly!
7/28 - 257.1 I was thinking this morning that it seems like I've been stuck at this weight forever but looking here it's only been 3 days. I guess this week has really dragged! Ran for 20 minutes, burned 412 calories. I have nothing to do tonight so may do pilates or something light. Hoping to get a little lower before the end of this round!
7/29 - 257.1 Just one of those weeks where your weight is stuck, I guess! It just makes me push harder, so no worries. Ran 2.33 miles in 20 minutes this morning so my pace is coming up and burned 446 calories. Definitely expecting a weight decrease over the weekend... hopefully!
7/30

May 10, 2021 - 183.1 - just 2.9 pounds off 186, my heaviest weight ever - (stopped posting on this challenge July 2020 - very glad to be back!)

Round 157 Goals: 80oz water; row 30 mins, most days; free-weights; eat vegetables/fruit; IF most days; no sugar; Calorie/Carb cycle between 1000 to 1900 calories each day with an average between 1200 - 1500.

SW: 170.0

I WILL hit the 160's this round!
170.2....170.1....170.0....169.9

7/21 - 170.2
7/22 - DNW
7/23 - 170.1
7/24 - 170.0
7/25 - 169.8
7/26 - 169.9
7/27 - 169.8
7/28 - 169.7 - IF 18 hrs - my next short-term goal is 162 lbs. You know how different weights are stuck in your head from different times in your life - whether up or down. 162 is the next weight that's stuck in my head. I worked really hard to get all my weight off before going 'home' to Atlanta for my nephew's wedding about 8 years ago. As always, my expectations for the amount of weight I could lose in 2 months were way off (and as it got closer and time was running out, I ate more). I worked from home so I did not have a dress that fit so had to buy a new one. I remember saying after the wedding that I would go back home and work hard to get it all off. Instead, the pressure of trying to lose it so fast, and as I always do after traveling, I ate for days, which led to weeks, which led to months, which led to me hitting the 180's again. I've fluctuated between the 170's and 180's since then but have never hit 162 again. So here goes...I WiLL do it this time!!

7/29 - 169.6

7/30

Good Riddance!
Every healthy habit brings me closer to scratching each of these off to NEVER see them again!
180's; 170's; 160's; 150's; 140's; 130's

Daily Weight to watch trends and remind myself that it's normal to fluctuate:

SW: 198 - Nov 2020
Round 154 : 182 - no loss
Round 155 : 182 - no loss
Round 156 : 178 - 4 pound loss

Day/Weight/Comment
7/21 - 178 - Have to go shopping soon to replenish healthy food supplies. Looking forward to dropping some more pounds this round !
7/22 - 178 - I’m good at this weight for a while. Still need to go food shopping.
7/23 - 178 - Feeling positive today. Kind of want to enjoy this feeling. Hopefully it lasts thru the weekend.
7/24 - 178 - This is day 2 of my special eating plan again. I’m trying this thing where I do this special eating plan for a week, and then go off it for a few days to maintain. And, then go back on. I’m hoping this works. Only one way to find out.
7/25 - ? - Wasn’t at home to weigh myself.
7/26 - 176 - OK - I’ll take it - down 2 more pounds!
7/27 - 176 - Went off plan for dinner last night. Wound up eating snacks instead of a meal - grrrrrr.
7/28 - 176
7/29 - 176
7/30

Round 157
MY NAME IS DONNA. I AM 61 YEARS YOUNG & FROM THE MIDWEST USA. I AM APPROX 5’ 5” TALL.
ROUND 115 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
R156 EW= 194.4
R157 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.




********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. 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
07/20 …..194.4….. ENDING WEIGHT LAST ROUND
07/21 …..193.4 ….. Wow! I didn’t expect this loss today. However, I am reminded that sometimes the changes take a few days to show up on the scale. Yesterday I upped my calories closer to my goal (a little low lately). I got in less movement with no planned exercise or walking but I did do yard work and stack wood. I would love to get to 192 point anything this round so that I could be within reach of the 180’s by next round. However, my goal is any weight loss at all (progress) so I am well on my way to both I hope! Good luck everyone on this round. Our goals are varied and so are our methods. I am behind you all and look forward to sharing our journeys.

07/22 …..194.2 ….. Dammit! I got really hungry last night because dinner earlier just didn’t satisfy. I ended up eating extra “diet” snacks. I was in the red by 199 calories. 0.8 which is concerning because I am having a long travel day today which will mean restaurants and sitting. I dread tomorrow’s weigh-in! On the good side – my trend weight is still going down. Staying grateful!

07/23 …..196.4 ….. After travel weight and also following a day of too many snacks. I will keep today very low calorie. I’m planning on moving a lot and sucking down the water!

07/24 …..196.6 ….. I ended up with a bit of travel yesterday for supplies for the reno. My handyman accompanied me and I bought us dinner out. I fasted all day and kept the meal reasonable. No TMI day 2 is not doing me any favors! Today I will try again for the lower calorie and carb day. Raining cats & dogs here.

07/25 …..194.8 ….. A nice drop on the scale after a low 1004 calorie day and very low carb-friendly veggies. Not much exercise yesterday, no enough water and very little sleep last night, but the efforts with my eating plan payed off. Today is an exciting day. My childhood best friend called me out of the blue yesterday. She has traveled to Michigan from Tennessee for a Memorial Service for an Aunt. She is going to meet me halfway from downstate so we can have lunch together and a nice visit before she heads back. Of course that means another restaurant and lots of sitting during the travel but I am thrilled to be able to see her. I will make up for any hits on the scale or waistline. I always do. Glad I had a drop today on the scale. That helps.

07/26 …..194.8 ….. What a wonderful day with my friend yesterday! It is so wonderful the connection that two people can have when they grew up together, on the same street, in the same school, in the same grade and classes. We see things the same way with all those shared experiences. Oh, if our children only knew what we know! Happy to see the scale did not move after the delicious lunch. However, we all know it can take a few days to show up so I am going to stay diligent today. Extra water too I hope.

07/27 …..193.4 ….. A very nice whoosh that I was not expecting. I stayed within calorie yesterday and got in some extra movement so I’m pleased it payed off, even after a couple of days of travel. I had what I think is a bat in my house last night. In my bedroom flying low under my ceiling fan over my bed. I have been up all night trying to find it. I opened the attached garage doors and I hope it flew out while I was locked in my bedroom with Pebbles. I can’t find it today but I don’t know where it would be during the day if it is still in here. Any advice is appreciated.

07/28 …..193.2 ….. A little TMI is good for the soul and the scale too. Going out of town today to a bigger town where they have car dealerships. I checked out their website and I think I found a used car that I want. Very nice. I have bought from this very upscale dealership before. They always have the nicest inventory. My son will accompany me and I will take him to a very nice dinner. I will likely be eating more sodium that usual but I will watch my portion control. Little things go a long way. No bat last night. Time will tell…….

07/29 …..194.4 ….. Expected after the travel yesterday. I will have leftovers today for dinner so I’m not sure how that will affect the scale tomorrow for the weigh-in. I will, otherwise, IF 16/8 today, push water, and watch my nighttime snacks. Signed on the newer used car at the dealership yesterday. I asked them to add remote start, change the grill in the front because I found a small crack in it although it’s never been in an accident (grocery cart?). They are also going to deliver it to me when all is done. That is great considering it is almost 100 miles away each way. Spoil me already! No bat detected last night before sleep…….

07/30 …..xxxxx …..

SW: 137.8
GW: 125


7/21: 137.8
7/22: 142 This is mostly sodium and weight of food from eating out last night, but dang! I didn’t think I ate that much!
7/23: 139.6 Much better!
7/24: DNW
7/25: DNW
7/26: DNW
7/27: 139.8 Had a family reunion Saturday where there was much food. I actually didn't eat to the point that I was uncomfortable, but it was enough to make me too scared to get on the scale the last few days!
7/28: 139.2
7/29: 138.2

Round 153 SW: 220.4 EW: 216.2 (-4.2)
Round 154 SW: 216.2 EW: 216.0 (-0.2)
Round 155 SW: 216.0 EW: 212.5 (-3.5)
Round 156 SW: 212.5 EW: 211.2 (-1.3)
Round 157 SW: 211.2

Day/Weight/Comment
7/21--210.5
7/22--210.0 Went to trainer today.
7/23--210.0
7/24--210.3 Normal uptick after high carb day and 2nd day after working out with trainer. I'm doing a Spartan race next month and today there was a Spartan workout, so I spent 90 minutes working out this morning with a group of other people preparing to do a Spartan race. It was a nice change of pace.
7/25--210.7 Went to trainer.
7/26--210.5 Went out for lunch with in-laws yesterday and made some good choices.
7/27--210.7 Normal 2 day uptick from lunch and workout.
7/28--209.6 There goes the water weight.
7/29--210.3 High carb day yesterday.
7/30

Round 157
Starting Weight 180.6
Goal Weight 145

Well, this has been one doozy of a year and a half since I quit tracking and quit this program. I have gained 15 pounds back after a 40-pound loss. Like all of us, it's been a challenging year. I am on new meds that can cause weight gain, so I need to go back to super vigilance and 5 of the 15 have come with the meds. I was ok with gaining 10 considering everything but 15 is too close to 20. It's too hot for me to walk and I am leary of going to the gym right now because we are having a surge in cases. So it's important to keep the calories down. I'm trying to reduce sugar and dairy, to help with pain management. Dairy isn't as hard, I'm ok with less cheese but sugar is killing me and I'm not doing very well with it. I came back because this process makes me accountable and I need that.

7/27 180 Down from yesterday's TOM leftover 184
7/28 180 Same
7/29 180 Same
7/30
7/31