Just Give Me 10 Days -Round 177

RealTamaraB · February 2022

SW: 280
2/6: 266.6 - Down 13.4 pounds - Today was the first day since I restarted my journey that I craved something other than my prepared food. It took everything I had in me not to pop into some fast food joint. I've worked too hard to give up now.
2/7 - 267.2 - Down 12.8 pounds - A little annoyed by the increase, but when I woke up sore this morning I anticipated a slight gain. I ate right and worked out so I'm proud of myself.
2/8 - 265.8 - Down 14.2 pounds - I am feeling so much stronger than the previous week. I did a yoga workout and I was able to do so much more, stretch so much farther, and stay engaged in the moves longer. This is so exciting.
2/9 - 265.4 - Down 14.6 pounds - Eating right and working out is paying off. I am on track to beat my February goal of 259 pounds. Hooray 🎉
2/10 - 264.4 - Down 15.6 pounds - Progress is so satisfying! Today ends week 2 of my 3 week exercise program. So excited to finish this program, enjoy a few days off, and then on to the next program.
2/11 - 264.6 - Down 15.4 pounds - Two weeks down and 1 week to go in my current exercise program. So proud of myself. I'm up .2 pounds but I'm okay with that. Last time I went up I had a nice loss the next day. I also measured myself and my breast and hips are losing inches. So exciting!
2/12 - 265 - Down 15 pounds - The scale is confusing me but I’m still so proud of myself.
2/13 - 265.6 - Down 14.6 pounds - The scale is evil. I'm looking good and feeling good though.
2/14 - 265.8 - Down 14.2 pounds - The scale has me feelin some type of way. It's really killing the joy. Don't know what's going on. I am eating well and working out so I don't know why the number is creeping up. Today I decided to remove the little extras. For breakfast I got rid of the cheese on my eggs, no toast, and no avocado. Something's got to give.
2/15 - 265 - Down 15 pounds. Finally! Vindication. lol Yesterday was day 18 of 21 for my current fitness program. Looking forward to 3 days off when I'm finished and then back at it.

I am down 1.6 pounds this round. So proud of myself. Gotta keep pushing. Can't stop won't stop!

Nicoles0305 · February 2022

36YO F, 5’6”

161 SW: 222.2
EW: 221.6
162 EW: 218.6
163 EW: 211.8
164 EW: 211.6
165 EW: 206.0
166 EW: 206.2
167 EW: 203.2
168 EW: 198.2
169 EW: 201.2
170 EW: 193.4
171 EW: 194.2
172 EW: 194.4
173 EW: 194.6
174 EW: 192.2
175 EW: 187.8
176 EW: 187.8

Goals: HIT.MY.STEP.GOAL!!! 10,000/day; <100 carbs/day; Pelo ride 2-3x/week; end the round lower than what I started it at.

2/6- 187.4 96 net carbs and Pelo ride done. Happy with the loss!

2/7- 188.4 I did well with food yesterday-58 net carbs. I fell short on steps though. I think the gain is from spending time on my feet in the kitchen yet again. I wish I could find a way to prevent or minimize that. I find that it also happens if I spend too much time sitting at my sewing machine. It gets so frustrating! The only help I’ve found for it is getting on the Pelo after a day of baking.

2/8- 187.8 Had a great day yesterday- 46 net carbs, step goal hit, and strength training done. I am starting to think I’ve hit a bit of a plateau. Sure, I’m down a bit this morning, but I’ve just been staying within the same 3lb range for the past three weeks or so. I’ll just keep plugging along.

2/9- 187.8 I think maybe I need a bit of a maintenance break. I’ve been going hard pretty much since August. And now I seem to be a bit stuck. So as of today, I’m increasing my calorie goal for the next week or two. Finished yesterday with 43 net carbs, step goal hit, and Pelo ride done.

2/10- 189.4 Not unexpected nor surprising. Ate at maintenance level yesterday. 82 net carbs, but short on steps.

2/11- 189.4 62 net carbs and Pelo ride done. This maintenance thing is more challenging than weight loss mode. I find I have a hard time hitting close to the recommended calories, and have been finishing short.

2/12- 188.2 Was a little surprised by the drop. 58 net carbs.

2/13- 188.8 59 net carbs and Pelo ride done. Fell short on steps, but I’m not mad about that.

2/14- 188.2 62 net carbs and a Pelo ride done. Short on steps though. I’m going to start easing out of my maintenance break this week. I’m noticing a trend lately and want to test my theory. Fingers crossed!

2/15- 187.6 94 net carbs and step goal achieved. Pretty happy to see the drop this morning. I managed to finish this round less than what I started it at. I didn’t think I would!

Total round change: -0.2

IsMollyReallyHungry · February 2022

Round # 44 for me!
SW: 373.0 (5100 steps daily step goal, go to bed by 11:30, no eating out or junk food 6 days a week)
Day/Weight/Comment (previous day steps)
2/06 373.0 – 4494 steps
2/07 373.0 – 4840 steps. Had a splurge day yesterday – I thought I would have gained today. I did not track yesterday. I ate out for the first time in over a month and did not get sick and enjoyed my meal. Back on it today. Now I am going to make it no eating out every 10 days vs the regular 7-day week since I did the whole month of January successfully. I have lost 7 pounds so far this year and I am doing a happy dance. My goal this month is to successfully get to the next decade. I am going to be very busy the next 2 weeks so I may not be posting nothing but my weigh ins.
2/08 373.0 – 5724 steps.
2/09 372.2 – 5412 steps. What a rotten day yesterday at work! Drama for you Mama…. But I don’t even want to chat about it because it was so deep. But I am over it and the good thing is I did not binge because of the drama

I ate very healthy, under calories and got in a good walk. But I did have a sleepless night because of drama at work which tells me it upset me more than I would have liked

But this is life. I am happy I managed my emotions without turning to food. I called a friend and thank goodness I had a session with my therapist scheduled also. I even went to grocery store after work and did not pick up any additional junk food to sooth my emotions. I texted my boss I would not be in until noon to get my thoughts together and sleep late. I would have taken a sick day if I was not going on vacation Friday.
2/10 371.6 – 5146 steps. Busy, busy but staying on track and getting in short walks daily.
2/11 371.6 – 3233 steps. Finally on vacation! But it will be a busy one. I must be careful not to overindulge while I am cleaning and doing taxes

I went a little over calories but nothing to cry about for sure. I did not have time for a walk because I was working late since I am on vacation until the 22ND. I am going to chill today but get in a workout for sure.
2/12 372.6 – 5308 steps. I had my popcorn and pizza yesterday, so I know why I went up, but it was planned. So, I understand with the sodium the bump up. I feel great, got in some de-cluttering this morning already. That is one my vacation projects. I have 5 weeks’ vacation this year and I may use one of them to go to a hotel and stay close by in a car, but I am not getting on a plane anytime soon. I got in my walk. Hoping I can squeeze in a loss this challenge! Lol! It is going to be tough with Olympics, Super Bowl, and vacation but I keep telling myself you can DO IT!

I also brought the premium MFP this morning! I said what the heck…it is only $80 for year and free adds alone make it worth it for me at less than $7 per month…. lol Much cheaper than WW by a long shot! Besides, I am worth it! So far, I like setting my sodium to less than 2300 mg. After vacation I will try some of the other features. How many of you use MFP premium? If you do, and you have time please share one or two things you like the most about it besides the free ads.

Thanks in advance and have a great SUPER BOWL WEEKEND!

2/13 372.6 – 5662 steps. Super bowl Sunday!

2/14 371.4 – 7431 steps. I got in a Leslie Sansone workout modified. Felt great! I did it while watching TV. Eating was good too.
2/15 371.4 7431 steps. Happy with loss even though not my goal of losing at least 2 pounds. On to the next round.

Total lost this round: (-1.6)

*One of my major goals is to get my BMI under 40 (260 weight) so I can have surgery on my knees*

Round & annual Stats

Round 64 - SW 373.4 EW 369 (-4.4)
Round 65 - SW 370.8 EW 375.4 (+4.6)
Round 66 - SW 376 EW 373.6 (- 2.4)
Round 68 - SW 375.2 EW 377 (+ 1.8)
Round 69 - SW 380.2 EW 382.4 (+ 2.2)
Round 70 - SW 382.4 EW 378.8 (- 3.6)
Round 71 - SW 378.4 EW 368 (- 10.4)
Round 73 - SW 385.4 EW 385.4 (0.0)
Round 74 - SW 384.0 EW 378.2 (- 5.8)
Round 75 - SW 380.0 EW 377.8 (- 2.2)
Round 76 - SW 377.8 EW 380.4 (+ 2.6)
Round 78 - SW 390.4 EW 381.0 (- 9.4)
Round 79 - SW 383.0 EW 379.6 (- 3.4)
Round 80 - SW 383.8 EW 387.6 (+ 3.8)
Round 83 - SW 392.0 EW 388.2 (- 3.8)
Round 84 - SW 388.8 EW 386.8 (- 2.0)
Round 85 - SW 387.6 EW 390.2 (+ 2.6)
Round 86 - SW 392.8 EW 387.6 (-5.2)
Round 87- SW 385.8 EW 389.0 (+3.2)
Round 88 - SW 388.4 EW 395.0 (+6.6)
Round 90 - SW 396.6 EW 394.0 (-2.6)
Round 93 - SW 402.4 EW 400.4 (-1.6)
Round 94 - SW 397.0 EW 396.2 (-0.8)
Round 95 - SW 394.2 EW 394.8 (+0.6)
Round 96 - SW 394.8 EW 389.6 (-5.2)
Round 97 - SW 391.4 EW 395.8 (+4.4)

Net change 2019 = SW 373.4 EW 398.8 (+25.4)

Round 100 - SW 398.8 EW 394.4 (-4.4)
Round 101 - SW 397.6 EW 394.8 (-2.8)
Round 102 - SW 398.0 EW 393.2 (-4.8)
Round 103 - SW 392.2 EW 393.0 (+0.8)
Round 104 - SW 393.0 EW 391.4 (-1.6)
Round 107 - SW 397.8 EW 392.0 (-5.8)
Round 109 – SW 388.8 EW 387.6 (-1.2)
Round 110 – SW 393.8 EW 391.4 (-2.4)
Round 111 – SW 393.8 EW 395.0 (+1.2)

Net change 2020 = SW 398.8 EW 395.0 (-3.8)

Round 165 – SW 385.8 EW 387.8 (+2.0)
Round 166 – SW 387.8 EW 388.0 (+0.2)
Round 167 – SW 388.0 EW 388.0 (0.0)
Round 172 – SW 384.6 EW 383.4 (-1.2)
Round 173 – SW 383.4 EW 380.0 (-3.4)

Net change 2021 = SW 385.8 EW 380.0 (-5.8)

Round 174 – SW 380.0 EW 375.2 (-4.8)
Round 175 – SW 375.2 EW 373.8 (-1.4)
Round 176 – SW 373.8 EW 373.0 (-0.8)

Net change 2022 = SW 380.0 EW 373.0 (-7.0)

My journey … "I May Not Be Where I Want To Be, but I’m Not Where I Use To Be!"

In 2003 Weighed over 600 lbs.

In 2005 Weighed under 400 lbs.

In 2007 lowest weight after surgery 302lbs

My highest weight was 611 in 2003. Weight in 2004 before weight loss surgery was 580. Lowest weight after surgery was 302 in 2007. "I May Not Be Where I Want To Be, but I’m Not Where I Use To Be!"

I joined MFP on March 27, 2010 weighing in at 388 pounds. I was re-gaining weight and stumbled up on it while trying to get back on track. I was determined never to see 400+ on that scale again for me.

I have been morbidly obese all my life. I have a lifetime of mental and physical scars from obesity. In October 2004 I had Gastric Bypass surgery. WLS (Weight Loss Surgery) was the best gift that I could and did give to myself.

Between 2008 and 2010 I gradually gained back 80 of almost 300 pounds lost initially after weight loss surgery. I never reached my goal weight of 200 pounds. I still managed to keep off over 65 percent of the weight I lost which is very good and I am very proud of my accomplishments since 2004. It has literally changed my life for the better on all levels. I am here to lose re-gained weight and to reach my initial goal weight. I am in no hurry. I am taking this one day at a time and I am in it for the long haul.

Surgery did not fix the head. It is a good tool and the best gift I have given to myself, but it was not the easy way out as many people think. Once the honeymoon period is over after the WLS it is up to the patient to keep the weight off.

On August 29, 2011-- I was admitted to Intensive Out Patient Eating Disorder Program to learn how to manage my binge eating disorder effectively. The program is wonderful indeed and will be instrumental in me reaching all of my goals. The focus of this program was how to eat and not diet. Weight loss was not a goal of the program. I actually gained 20 pounds in program. But I had to get thru a lot of stuff and my the time I was released I had stopped gaining. I was discharged from program on December 3, 2011.

My tool is still working for me today. My head is still the issue. SO the struggle continues. I will never beat myself up again. I fight the fine fight faithfully and positively everyday. Because that is what will get me to my goals one day. Even though it may not show up on the scale every day -- Everyday I make progress one way or another just by showing up, waking up and trying.

Giving up is not an option for me. Perseverance, Patience, & Positive thinking will help me reach my goals…… and the same is true for you too!! We have the power within us.

RetiredAndLovingIt · February 2022

Hi, I am in again.
71 yr old 5'3" Original SW= 175 on 8-19-12.
Lost 25# and basically maintaining since. My goal is 140#

SW 148.2 (Round 149)

Round 149 EW= 147.8 (Average Weight= 147.25)
Round 150 EW= 149 AW= 149.3
Round 151 EW= 149.4 AW= 148.73
Round 152 Didn't do
Round 153 SW= 150 EW= 148.4 AW= 148.94
Round 154 SW= 148.4 EW= 148.2 AW= 148.74
Round 155 SW= 148.2 EW= 150.4 AW= 150.06
Round 156 SW= 150.4 EW= 152.4 AW= 150.91
Round 157 SW=152.4 EW= 152.4 AW= 152.6
Round 158 SW= 152.4 EW= 152.8 AW= 151.9 Yay!! Starting back down a little
Round 159 SW= 152.8 EW= 152.4 AW= 152.64 Oops, not a good 10 days, need to do better
Round 160 SW= 152.4 EW= 152.4 AW= 151.64
Rnds 161, 162, 163 tried a month of not weighing..pretty much maintained Ready to work to a healthy weight.
Round 164 SW= 152.8 EW= 151.8 AW= 152.06
Round 165 SW= 150.2 EW= 150.4 AW= 150.48 was at dd's house most of this round
Round 166 SW= 153.6 EW= 150.6 AW= 151.85
Round 167 SW= 151 EW= 152.4 AW= 152.69
Round 168 SW= 152 EW= 149.6 AW= 150.79
Round 169 SW= 150.4 EW= 152.2 AW= 151.1
Round 170 SW= 152 EW=149.8 AW= 150.72
Round 171 SW= 150.2 EW=150.2 AW= 150.36
round 172 SW= 149.6 EW= 150.6 AW= 151.3
Round 173 SW= 154.2 EW= 150.4 AW= 151.76
Round 174 SW= 151.6 EW= 151.6 AW= 151.14
Round 175 SW= 151 EW= 149 AW= 149.84 Yay..coming back down
Round 176 SW= 149.2 EW= 150.6 AW= 150.2

Round 177 SW= 151.2 EW= 151.6 AW= 150.76

2-4 = 151
2-5= 150.6
on to the new round...my goal each round is to have my AW lower than the round before (need to be more consistent with that)

2-6= 151.2
2-7= 151
2-8= 150.2
2-9= 151.4 Way over calories yesterday...saw friends that we haven't seen in a long time. Did do a walk on treadmill before going & was pretty good with water.
2-10= 150
2-11= 150.2
2-12= 150.2
2-13= 150.4
2-14= 151.4
2-15= 151.6

cpanus · February 2022

I'm in! Thank you, @quiltingjaine !
71 year old female...5'5" ...I used to be 5'7" but arthritis hit and I lost two inches, so now that two inches is squished around my waist like the billows of a big accordion...
...Oh, well. I'll just keep working on it.
Heaviest: 192.2
Round GW: 145.0
UGW: 132.2
02/04 - 147.8 at 5:30 a.m. ...60 min workout w/trainer
02/05 - 146.9 at 6:00 a.m. ...7.22 miles in 125 mins
Day/Weight/Comment
02/06 - 148.3 at 8:00 a.m. ...7.25 miles in 133 mins
02/07 - 148.2 at 5:00 a.m. ...60 min workout w/trainer
02/08 - 148.3 at 5:30 a.m. ...rest day
02/09 - 147.5 at 5:00 a.m. ...60 min workout w/trainer
02/10 - 148.8 at 5:30 a.m. ...7.12 miles in 124 mins
02/11 - 148.5 at 5:00 a.m. ...60 min workout w/trainer
02/12 - 146.8 at 6:00 a.m. ...6.19 miles in 109 mins
02/13 - 147.7 at 8:45 a.m. ...6.46 miles in 119 mins
02/14 - 147.8 at 8:15 a.m. ...60 min workout w/trainer
02/15 - 147.6 at 5:30 a.m. ...rest day
Chris

_JeffreyD_ · February 2022

ashleycarole86 wrote: »

_JeffreyD_ wrote: »

Speaking of comfort, last night we ate one of the three “Hello Fresh” meals I bought from a co-worker who couldn’t keep up with his regular shipment. The food is REALLY good. Cost is high and so are the calories.

I love these! My husband and I use meal kits quite often. In terms of the calories, they have lots that are lower calorie if you seek them out (I realize you didn't do the ordering...) Since the food is so darn good, my husband and I basically pick the meals that are lowest calorie to make life easier on us.

I will check it out further. Very tasty!

Nahlei · February 2022

I’m 5’7, 29 years old, female. I follow a lifting
program and would like to decrease my body fat while maintaining muscle mass.

My starting weight in Oct 2021 was 156.6

Goals: stay in a mild calorie deficit, hit 110-140 grams of protein per day, 20-30 minutes of cardio on lifting days (4xweek, non-work days), complete all 6 programmed strength training sessions during my 4 days off per week

Previous Rounds

169 150->151.2 (150.9) 🦃
170 151.2->148.3 (150.5)
171 148.5 -> 147.9 (147.8)
172 147.9-> 150.3 (147.9) 🎄
173 147.7-> 151(?) 🎆
174 150.5 -> 147.4 (149.1)
175 146.6 -> 143.5 (145.7)
176 143.9-> 144.8 (144.9) ❄️
177

Previous Posts

2/6 Got a new phone today. iPhones are so seamless to upgrade that it never really feels like you get a new phone. Did a Turkish get up, deadlift, push-up work up and then leg day for strength. Hit 215 for sets of 4 on back squat. I’ve been eating at a higher calorie level for the past week and still feel pretty hungry. Having lots of fun watching the Olympics! Back to work tomorrow for a couple days. Protein: 142

2/7 work 1/2. The hospital is getting military nurses for the Covid surge.. buuut the surge is ending and we are in the process of closing beds to Covid to convert back to neuro 🤷‍♀️ Still having fun watching the Olympics. Roasted cauliflower, farro, tomato, spinach dish with tofu for dinner. Protein: 128

2/8 work 2/2. Shadowing in the cath lab tomorrow. Mojo black bean and kale bowls with seitan for dinner. Protein: 128

2/9 Super nice day here today! Did a rowing sprint workout, took a walk, push day for strength. 115# for sets of 4 bench press. I was curious about my form on deficit push-ups and had my husband take a video and was surprised at how jacked my back is looking. Roasted cauliflower, bean, tahini soup with tofu for dinner. Protein: 160

2/10 Another really nice day! I did a kettlebell swing, farmer’s carry, weighted deadbug workout, took two walks (my dog was so happy), and did a pull day with lots of deadlifts for strength. Mushroom stroganoff with seitan for dinner. Protein: 168

2/11 busy day! I had to take my husband in for an eye procedure this morning and then spent the rest of the day shadowing with the vascular access team. I think I finally found what I’m looking for if I change jobs.. buuut the spot is filled. At least I got my name in with them and know I am interested for when there is another opening. I am super sore today and strength was programmed for another push day. I did a jump rope, burpee/DB deadlift, thruster workout and decided I was feeling too beat to do another push day.. so I took a walk instead. Curried cauliflower fried rice with tempeh for dinner. Protein: 130

2/12 work 1/2. Tomato chickpea stew (with tahini and olives and spinach. Yum) and tofu for dinner. Protein: 136

2/13 work 2/2. Can’t believe it’s already time to start thinking about planting seeds for spring vegetables! I’ll probably try to get the dirt ready next week and seeds in the ground the week after. My window is like feb15-march 10 for cool season plants. My 2 a day workouts will most likely decrease when the gardening season really gets going. There will be some treats around between valentine’s and my in laws visiting at the end of the week. I probably will let myself back up to maintenance while they are here/ not stress about tracking everything. Had one of my favorites for dinner.. broccoli dal and tofu https://ohsheglows.com/2011/01/06/energizing-spicy-broccoli-dal Protein: 131

2/14 push press, box jump workout this morning. Cleaned up some garden beds and turned the vegetable garden soil. Leg day for strength. My husband and I decided to get takeout from a nice pizza place for dinner and watch the Olympics. I haven’t eaten out in quite a while. I’m sure I was quite over in calories and under in protein for the day with a diet of pizza and chocolate today. I’ll have pizza again for lunch tomorrow and then back to normal food until my in laws come this weekend. Protein: ? 100+

2/15

2/6 144.4
2/7 145.5
2/8 146.1
2/9 145.7
2/10 145
2/11 145.5
2/12 145.5
2/13 144.8
2/14 144.4
2/15 147 oof. Those pizza, cookie, chocolate carbs + early morning for work hitting hard. That’s alright. Mostly back to it today other than the slice of leftover pizza for lunch. Sweet potato broccoli soup with seitan for dinner https://www.loveandlemons.com/sustenence-sweet-potato-soup/ Protein: 132

Not my best round. I’m sure part of the overall + was just backing off on my deficit and carrying some carb water. I ate in a deficit other than on Valentine’s Day.. so I’ll give it another round or two at this level before I cut back down.

Round average: 145.4 (+.5)

TerriRichardson112 · February 2022

JGM10Ds -|- Round 177
🌱🪴🌟🪴🌟🪴🌟🪴🌱
🌱🪴🌟February🌟🪴🌱
🌱🪴🌟🪴🌟🪴🌟🪴🌱

😎
• In Maintenance since July 2019
• Smart BMI - optimal weight.
• Muscle/Fat %ages in normal range

Just because Covid restrictions aren’t compulsory doesn’t mean they’re not necessarily.
People are still dying out there……… and the numbers are on the rise again.
😷Take care! Stay safe!😷

February focus:
maintain weight < 145 (I have been maintaining since July 2019)
Work on improving stamina, strength, flexibility, which may impact the scale

I liked this so much I'm borrowing it.
Every healthy habit brings me closer to scratching each of these off to NEVER see them again!
220's; 210's; 200's; 190's; 180's; 170's; 160's; 150's; 140's; 130's

🔹Posting weight and comments each evening.
Stats

Terri: Female; 76 next birthday; Northern Ireland; married > 55 years; ex Maths teacher; volunteer group leader for U3A (University of the Third Age - life-long learning charity)
SW: 227 (Mar 2014)
LW: 136.4(Nov 2021)
GW: < 145

I am - MINDFUL - of making heathy choices
to - MAXIMISE - the achievement of my goals!

Giving up is NOT an option! I KNOW I am doing this!

2022 Focus: Maintenance
Maintain weight < 145
Work on stamina, strength, and flexibility

JGM10Ds ROUND 177
Round 176 EW: 138.6
Day/Weight/Comment
06/02: 138.7: Daily Habits👌🏻
07/02: 138.9: Daily Habits👌🏻
08/02: 138.6: Daily Habits👌🏻
09/02: DNW: Daily Habits👌🏻
10/02: DNW: Daily Habits👌🏻
11/02: 138.5: Daily Habits👌🏻
12/02: 138.6: Daily Habits👌🏻
13/02: 138.2: Daily Habits👌🏻
14/02: 138.5: Daily Habits👌🏻
15/02: 138.7: Daily Habits👌🏻

Daily Habits - 2022
Daily Habits Update - Feb 2022

1. Log ALL CI/CO (Daily)
2. Stay under goal (Daily)
3. Balance macros/micros (Daily)
4. Hydrate adequately (Daily)
5. Choose healthy options (Daily)
6. Steps > 7500 (Daily)
7. Stretch before/after workouts
8. 15+ minutes Cardio > 5 days a week
9. 15+ mins Strength > 5 days a week
10. 15+ mins Flexibility > 5 days a week
11. Active hours > 6
12. Practice self-care (Daily)
13. Stay up to date with accounts (monthly)
14. Mindfulness Practice/meditation ((Daily - morning/evening)
15. 1 > 15 mins Declutter sessions (Daily)
16. Be creative
17. Purchase essential items only
18. Read a book > 15 mins
19. Work on ongoing craft projects
20. Learn something new
21. Develop Healthy Habits

https://www.random.org/colors/hex

THERE ARE NO QUICK FIXES OR SHORTCUTS to achieving permanent change.
REMINDERS: One or two thoughts which might give heart to some of you.

Daily weight fluctuations are normal, and can be as much as 2 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 lifestyle change for most people.

Stick with the process. It DOES work! But it does take time, effort, and most of all, patience!

200Karen · February 2022

See you on Round 178 👍

jedaschultz · February 2022

Thanks @quiltingjaine for another round.

Hi, I’m Debbie.

I am 59 yr old, 5' 6" female from Missouri.
OSW 213.4 (July 2012)

Spoiler
SW: 208.6
RG: 205
Day/Weight/Comment
2/6 207.8 I’m still doing the low impact workout each morning, 35/37. My joints do feel better when I exercise.
2/7 207.0 Very happy to finally be heading back to where I was after traveling last weekend. It took a whole week to get rid of two travel days of poor eating. Now to keep my stress and emotional eating in control.
2/8 206.8 good day, and another workout.
2/9 205.8 not sure the scale is right on that one.
2/10 206.4 Continuing my workouts, 39/41. First day of not feeling much hip joint pain, a big nsv for me.
2/11 206.6
2/12 206.6
2/13 207.2 Must be the salty food yesterday. Crackers and cheese with the chili. Workout #42/44.
2/14 206.6 Well back where I was. I had a sub sandwich splurge yesterday and thought it might be a problem today but I did extra walking yesterday and I guess the two balanced out. Another workout this morning.
2/15 206.2 Better

Just Give Me 10 Days -Round 177

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