15 pounds to lose challenge- May 1, 2023- July 31, 2023

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  • GinLee61
    GinLee61 Posts: 1,224 Member
    I am a 5'3" retiree living in upstate NY.
    I started tracking again with MFP in January 2022.
    My final goal weight is between 135-145.

    Starting weight as of 1/3/22: 230 lbs

    Apr 28: 159.6
    May 5: 158.2
    May 12: 158.4


    Challenge Goal: 7 lbs (152.6)
    Challenge Actual: 1.4 (158.2)

    A small gain this week but I'm really not surprised after losing more than usual for last 2 weeks in a row. This is how it seems to go lately.

    Going to Boston tomorrow with my daughter and grandsons and, while I know there will be a lot of walking, I won't have time in the morning for my usual workout. We will also be eating on the fly for both lunch and dinner so my goal for the day is to eat at or below maintenance.

    Have a great week everyone!
  • huango
    huango Posts: 1,007 Member
    Hi,
    I'm Amanda in Massachusetts.
    50yrs old,
    could use an active weight loss buddy.
    I'm a shortie 4’11”, looking to lose 4-6# for my 1st goal by 6/12.

    5/1: 122.6
    5/8: 121.2 ⬇️
    5/15: 119.4 ⬇️
    Didn’t overeat at the Mother’s Day lunch yesterday.
    Great WO: 3 separate pull-ups this morning! Felt great/less bloated.

    5/22:
    5/29:
    6/5:
    6/12:
  • 200Karen
    200Karen Posts: 2,190 Member
    Hi!! I am 65, 5'0" retiree living in Oregon.
    My final goal weight is 115-120.
    Challenge Goal: 8 lbs

    Focus:
    Weigh in weekly
    Track all food
    ST & Cardio

    ✅ Weigh-In

    May
    01: 134
    08: 132
    15: 131.2 🏆

    22:
    29:
    31:
    🥳 May G.T.

    💞 Karen
  • 200Karen
    200Karen Posts: 2,190 Member
    @SunnyDays930 Thanks fun video 👍
  • deepwoodslady
    deepwoodslady Posts: 12,183 Member
    edited May 2023
    Bill70sStrong wrote: »
    Just spotted this group and jumping right on in!

    Bill, 75, vegetarian transitioning to vegan. Live in Southwest Michigan. Normally active but an injury sidelined me for a bit and it has been a struggle getting back on track. Working with my doctor to lose some more weight. 215 lbs. was my highest.

    5/9 - 187

    @Bill70sStrong Hi Fellow Michigander! I am from "Up North" Michigan but still in the lower Peninsula. Kinda in the boonies so I travel a lot for medical and such. I am originally from Southeast Michigan. Welcome to the group!
  • cpanus
    cpanus Posts: 19,893 Member
    edited May 2023
    Thanks, @RubyRed427 for posting this for us!!
    Hi! I'm Chris - 72 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.
    Highest Weight: 192.2 lbs
    Current Weight: 154.9 lbs
    Goal Weight: 145.0 lbs
    05/01 - 153.6 at 5:20 a.m. ...Grandson Duty then 60 min workout w/trainer
    05/08 - 156.8 at 5:20 a.m. ...Grandson Duty then 60 min workout w/trainer
    05/15 - 157.7 at 5:20 a.m. ...Grandson Duty then 6.72 miles in 123 mins
    05/22 -
    05/29 -
    05/31 -
    Good luck everyone.
    Chris
  • cgm117
    cgm117 Posts: 147 Member
    59y/o 5'5"
    Highest weight: 131.6 (Feb 2022)
    Goal weight: 120

    5/3 128.9
    5/8 128.4 (-0.5 lbs)
    5/16 128.3 (-0.1 lbs)

    Focusing on increasing protein and building muscle (while hopefully losing fat). Looking into getting a DEXA scan so I have an accurate measurement of muscle vs fat percentages.
  • SunnyDays930
    SunnyDays930 Posts: 1,574 Member
    HW 170

    05/01 158.6
    05/08 158.6
    05/17 157.6

    May Goals: Last week:

    lots of water: yes
    daily movement no
    daily meditation: yes
    daily stretch: no

    Considering how I stuffed myself at a wedding last weekend, I'll take it.
  • goyologo
    goyologo Posts: 138 Member

    @huango :




    I'm in suburbs Boston; son is a Freshman in Cambridge.


    Then you might like this:


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  • GinLee61
    GinLee61 Posts: 1,224 Member
    I am a 5'3" retiree living in upstate NY.
    I started tracking again with MFP in January 2022.
    My final goal weight is between 135-145.

    Starting weight as of 1/3/22: 230 lbs

    Apr 28: 159.6
    May 5: 158.2
    May 12: 158.4
    May 19: 158.6

    Challenge Goal: 7 lbs (152.6)
    Challenge Actual: 1 (158.6)

    Still dealing with the aftermath of my trip to Boston last weekend. Feels like 1 step back for every 2 steps forward.

    Have a great week!
  • SunnyDays930
    SunnyDays930 Posts: 1,574 Member
    @GinLee61 Absolutely amazing and truly inspiring results!
  • GinLee61
    GinLee61 Posts: 1,224 Member
    Someone posted this link https://www.smartbmicalculator.com/ in another group, The main differences are:

    "This calculator functions on the basis of the newly developed Smart Body Mass Index. The SBMI differs from the BMI in three important aspects. Firstly, it takes age and sex into account, besides weight and height. Secondly, the SBMI is a purely comparative figure (without any physical units) on a scale of 70 points. And thirdly, the significance of the body weight for your health can easily be derived from the SBMI but not from the BMI: The weight-related health risk levels shown in green, yellow, orange and red (see the SBMI chart on the Results page), are always 10/70 SBMI points wide. The ideal range of the SBMI is 30/70 to 39/70 or, in words, between thirty and thirty-nine points out of seventy".

    Based on the SBMI calculation I am at the high end of the normal BMI range, which could explain why I am now struggling to lose. Makes me feel a bit less stressed about it, though I would still like to lose a couple more inches from my waist.

    What are your thoughts about this calculator?
  • RubyRed427
    RubyRed427 Posts: 4,375 Member
    GinLee61 wrote: »
    Someone posted this link https://www.smartbmicalculator.com/ in another group, The main differences are:

    "This calculator functions on the basis of the newly developed Smart Body Mass Index. The SBMI differs from the BMI in three important aspects. Firstly, it takes age and sex into account, besides weight and height. Secondly, the SBMI is a purely comparative figure (without any physical units) on a scale of 70 points. And thirdly, the significance of the body weight for your health can easily be derived from the SBMI but not from the BMI: The weight-related health risk levels shown in green, yellow, orange and red (see the SBMI chart on the Results page), are always 10/70 SBMI points wide. The ideal range of the SBMI is 30/70 to 39/70 or, in words, between thirty and thirty-nine points out of seventy".

    Based on the SBMI calculation I am at the high end of the normal BMI range, which could explain why I am now struggling to lose. Makes me feel a bit less stressed about it, though I would still like to lose a couple more inches from my waist.

    What are your thoughts about this calculator?

    I went on the calculator and liked it. I liked the chart - I'm more overweight than obese. I think the word obese is sooooo depressing. It told me my weight loss goal is a bit ambitious. It suggests a different number that is more manageable. Once I reach that goal, then I can set another goal. Thanks for sharing!!

    Quote from the site:Weight stability

    At this weight level, you are at risk of gaining more weight. If you manage to maintain your current weight, you have reached your first and most important goal. Weight loss should only take the second place.
  • jyoti_0
    jyoti_0 Posts: 87 Member
    blondeheat wrote: »
    Any other vegetarians out there? How do you get your protein?
    I have recently added
    • buttermilk,
    • curd,
    • a protein supplement for diabetics (Ensure),
    • protein diskettes,
    • protein bar,
    • some walnut kernels,
    • almonds,
    • and almond milk in my diet.
    That in total gives me around 30gms (or more) of protein in a day and it has done WONDERS for my energy levels.
    1. with my morning coffee I take 2 walnut kernels, 4 almonds, 3 protein diskettes.
    2. I add one cup of buttermilk in my breakfast.
    3. An hour after that I take protein supplement.
    4. With lunch I add 150 gm of curd.
    5. at night I take one cup almond milk.
    In between, through the day, I take pieces of protein bar.
    I am not counting calories currently, and still, coupled with mostly plant based diet, I am losing weight steadily.
    I am not sure if buttermilk has protein but it helps stabilize my digestion and makes me feel fuller quickly, thus helping me reduce my food intake.
    Hope it helps.

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