Just Give Me 10 Days - Round 223

F42, 5'4
Heaviest: 180.8 (5th July '21)
RGW: 144.6lbs
UGW: 140lbs (trend)
UUGW: 122.4lbs

Past Rounds
R177-R210 DNW regained 26.6lbs 😵 Never again!
R211 SW:165.0 GW:163.0 EW:160.8 (-4.2)
R212 SW:161.4 GW:159.0 EW:157.6 (-3.2)
R213 SW:158.0 GW: 156.0 EW: 156.8 (-1.2)
R214 SW:154.4 GW:153.4 EW:154.4 (0.0)
R215 SW:153.4 GW:152.4 EW: 151.6 (-1.8)
R216 SW:150.8 GW:149.8 EW: 151.6 (+0.8)
R217 SW:151.6 GW:150.6 EW: 150.2 (-1.4)
R218 SW:150.2 GW:150.2 EW: 148.8 (-1.4)
R219 SW:149.2 GW:148.2 EW:151.4 (+2.2)
R220 SW:150.2 GW:149.2 EW:148.4 (-1.8)
R221 SW:149.0 GW:148.0 EW:146.8 (-2.2)
R222 SW:147.2 GW:146.2 EW:145.6 (-1.6)
R223 SW:146.2 GW:144.6 EW:

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5/10 147.4 (trend 146.9)
5/11 145.6 (trend 146.7)
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5/12 146.2 (trend 146.6) I had a bit of a weight spike over night, probably just water weight from carby snacks last night as I went a bit crazy with bread sticks and veggies with dip. I picked up my husband from the airport yesterday evening and was starving hungry after 6 hours in the car, so lost a bit of control. We also went to the pub for a pint and a catch up, so that didn't help! I'm glad to be getting back to my normal routine but also a bit worried about the extra temptation that spending time with someone who is a foody and eats whatever he wants, brings. I already had to talk him out of a takeaway last night! Fitted in a 4.5 walk in the morning, but no gym.
STEPS 13,217

5/13 146.0 (trend 146.6) Snacking in the evening is getting out of control, I need to find a way to manage things better. Totm is due soon and I can feel today is going to be shaded by pmt, I'm feeling grumpy, tired, and emotional. Did 1hr lower body weights but didn't find time for walking. We went to see a circus last night, it's a Ukrainian troop that's touring the country, called Circus Cortex. If you're in the UK and get the chance to see them, do!
STEPS 7,132

5/14 146.6 (trend 146.6) I haven't had much discipline so far this weekend, and it shows. Yesterday I was feeling really off, hormones I think. It's been so cold and wet in the UK this month, so I think there's a bit of nationwide gloominess going on, too. Anyway I was feeling rubbish so gave myself permission to have a really lazy day, hence the shockingly low step count. I didn't eat much during the day, then in the evening I made lamb kofta kebabs with garlic yoghurt, pita and salad. I had seconds, which I think is why I've got a gain today, 2 pita breads. This morning the sun is trying to shine, so I'm going to shower and get out for a walk before it changes it's mind!
STEPS 2,032

5/15 146.4 (trend 146.6) The day started well with a 4 mile walk and upper body at the gym, but then the sun came out and we got a bit de-mob happy and had a few too many beers in a lovely pub garden by a marina, then OH got a pizza which I had a few slices of, doh!
STEPS 15,123

5/16 146.8 (trend 146.6) 4 mile walk in the morning and 1hr lower body at gym. I was below my calorie goal and got more protein so I'm not sure why the gain today. It could just be because totm is due today and I'm a bit backed up and swollen. I'm going to have a consultation this morning with a dermatologist as my skin has changed quite dramatically in the last few years with wrinkles, dryness, rosacea, and sensitivity so I need some advice on how to take care of it. I've never done anything like this before and I'm a bit nervous of having my face looked at so closely and my lifestyle scrutinised, yikes, I'm very self conscious!
STEPS 11,477

5/17 146.6 (trend 146.6) I totally blew my calorie goal yesterday and ate around 1700. I think I was just feeling frustrated at finding it so difficult to recover from my workouts on a calorie deficit, and was feeling tired and achy, so just caved in. Totm is a few days late, same as last month. I'm suspecting this is the start of perimenopause, boohoo. I went for a consultation at a beauty therapy place yesterday and have decided to have a few procedures. An under eye vitamin treatment, botox to my frown lines, and laser treatment to the broken capillaries around my nose. It's not something I ever thought I'd do, and it feels a bit vain and ridiculous to even consider it, but it's things that have been getting me down for a long while and they're not getting any better on their own. 1.5hrs upper body and 6 miles walked total.
STEPS 13,538

5/18 147.0 (trend 146.6) I ate at around maintenance yesterday, due to having a few beers in the evening, but not enough actual food. I've really got to get a handle on this, I'm starting to worry that I'll be back in the 150s before I know it. We booked flights for 10 days in Portugal at the end of June so I've got a month to really focus on getting into better shape so that I can feel more confident in shorts and beachwear. Still no totm, which is messing with my head a bit now. No structured exercise yesterday, just a walk into town for an appointment and later a walk to the shop for groceries.
STEPS 7,956

5/19 146.6 (trend 146.6) I feel like I'm stuck in stasis at the moment, no movement on the scale and still no totm. It makes sense that I'm not losing as I have gone over my calorie goal more often than not this round, but it's also showing me that, even with regular exercise, my maintenance calories are already depressingly low at a weight that is 20lbs over where I'd like to be. No gym yesterday, I met up with my mum and went for a walk in the woods.
STEPS 12,980

5/20 145.0 (trend 146.4) Yes! Finally! Totm came this morning and my bloating went down, phew! Went to the gym in the morning for a lower body workout, then went to the beauty clinic and got my face prodded with needles so I looked a bit too freaky to go for a walk later on, hence the low step count.
STEPS 3,874

5/21

STEP total: 87,329 / 85,000 round goal

Good Morning

My why

Round 218 SW 232.4 EW 231lbs (-1.4)
Round 219 EW 229lbs (-2)
Round 220 220.2lbs (-8.8) (Extended fast)
Round 221 220.6 (+0.6) (normal after an extended fast)
Round 222 216.3 (-4.3)


RND 222 EW 216.3
5/12 Goal 215.4/Actual 216.8
Not quite sure why I popped back up. Probably just normal body fluctuations or maybe because I snacked on yogurt a little late yesterday. I probably shouldn’t have had that snack but I couldn’t seem to stop myself. I will fast most of the day today & have supper when I get home. I will concentrate on drinking water as well because I have hardly been drinking any this week. I look forward to meal prepping this weekend so that I do not have to think about meals next week when I am busy at work.
5/13 Goal 215.1/Actual 217.2
Well, this is a little frustrating. I had a bowl of cereal last night & for some reason TMI is becoming a problem. I know that my calories are low so this just has to be my body being stubborn & it will pop right back down. I guess I will be fasting next week because I am not comfortable being 2lbs off my target. I feel on track when I am within 1lb so just just eating low calories or one meal a day is fine but over 2 lbs is a slippery slope. I am working full time, not sleeping enough & certainly not drinking enough water. I plan to cook ahead today. A yummy chicken Thai stir fry with cauliflower rice & a Philly cheesesteak skillet & some taco meat for taco salads. If I decide not to fast I will have quick portions to eat. I guess I may freeze them if I do end up fasting.

5/14 Goal 214.7/Actual 215.4
This was my weight after hot yoga, not my morning weight but it was me on the scale so I will count it. I may pop up tomorrow but I am prepared because I am probably going to fast most of the week anyway. I am still behind no matter what. Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms & I hope you spend the day doing exactly what you want to do.

5/15 Goal 214.4/Actual 217.4
Yesterday was a planned treat day for me. It is funny but I realize that I am pretty sure I ate like that (& probably more) most days especially during the summer & wondered why I gained weight. I could have & probably should have skipped the ice cream for dessert but it filled a craving & I can go for at least a month without indulging. I sure did have a good sleep last night though! I will be fasting most of the day today.

5/16 Goal 214.0/Actual 216.9
I was so sick yesterday. I should probably track this based on food or supplements. It is very embarrassing to throw up as the owner of a store. Hopefully I can figure out what it is so it never happens again. Or it is a flu & I may have potentially gotten all my staff sick during our busiest time of the year 🤦‍♀️ Feeling ok this morning. I got a very solid, not even one wake up 7 hours of sleep. Obviously I am far from my goal & will attempt fasting, but as always health comes first. No matter what I will be bringing Miso soup with me to work.

5/17 Goal 213.7/Actual 218.4
5/18 Goal 213.3/Actual 217.8
5/19 Goal 213.0/Actual 216.3

5/20 Goal 212.6/Actual 215.9
I have been busy at work. Trying to figure out a balance. I cooked ahead on Wednesday which took so much stress away. I made enough for 5-6 days & will do it again on Monday. For some reason my family doesn’t like to eat cooked ahead meals. They will eat it the day I cook it but no leftovers. Too bad for them! I enjoy just grabbing food that is precooked. No muss, no fuss & even better no mess to clean up. I am behind on my goal but the only way to catch up is to fast. I can’t see that happening until late June/July but I will make an effort to eat small healthy meals & see what my body does.

5/21 Goal 212.3/Actual

Female, 5ft. 6 in.
Age 59
Akron, Ohio

OSW: 186 (March 2018)
Maintenance: 140-145 (December 2018)
My 184th Round!




SW: 153.2

Day/Weight/Comment

5/12 - 152.9 - I'm really going to try to keep myself from weekend indulgences. We will be eating out tonight with the son-in-law, but I'll try to keep my choices reasonable.
5/13 - DNW
5/14 - DNW
5/15 - 156.5
5/16 - 158.5
5/17 - 154.9
5/18 - 154.6 - It is amazing what sodium can do to a person's weight.
5/19 - 153.4
5/20 - 153.8
5/21

Round 223
May 12 - May 21, 2023

61 year old female, 5’5”. I am married, semi-nomadic (we live in three states, Mass, Maine, Florida).

Goal for Round 223 – I think I am keeping this round simple. My goal is to just continue to adjust to being back up north with my more complicated life, and continue to plan and track, and remember to keep fitting in my exercise. Preferably daily, though that is slipping. Again, I would like to end the goal no heavier than I started. I am interested in losing a scant bit more – like 2 pounds.

History:
Exercise & Supplements
SW: 128.4

Day/Weight/Comment

5/12 – 128.8 Preparing to shift to Maine for the weekend. First time back since September for me. Lots to think about and pack up. Tomorrow, I get to help clean the boat to get it ready for the season (I get seasick so I am rarely on it). Today, we are going out to eat with family friends. I’ve already planned and tracked that dinner. Caesar salad, and an appetizer of Bacon wrapped scallops as my entrée. Decadent, but totally controlled for calories. If I add a cocktail, that will be a choice to go “over” on my calories.

5/13 – 128.6 Made it to Maine. I think I didn’t forget anything. Packing was tricky as I have not been to Maine since September and I couldn’t recall what I have here. Seems I did well. Yesterday, I tried a 30 minutes “strength” on Apple Fitness. The calorie burn is not there, but I need to diversify AND I need to just make sure I am doing something and not fall into the “all of nothing” and quit. My PCP did tell me that my back issue from last weekend is likely related to muscle imbalance due to walking/running only without working on my core. Last night’s dinner at Pine Point Grill (name for the fellow Mainiacs) was PERFECT and no regrets. Finishing this post then heading up to Spring Point marina to work on the boat so it is ready to transfer down to the Saco River next weekend.

5/14 – 128.6 I beginning to question the “good news” I was given last weekend with my RMR number. I was told my RMR was 1469 (from memory – paperwork is in Massachusetts). I am a thorough tracker so even if I am off it should have some meaning. Since 5/6, for 5 out of 8 days I have eaten less than 1469, with the highest day being 1641 kCal. Since RMR does not include daily living or exercise, that would imply I should be even more “under”. Meanwhile, weight is not moving, and I am even up .2. I’m actually in a happy place regarding my weight and all, I am just wondering about the information that I paid for. The RMR component, I am able to semi assess on my own. The bone density and body fat, I have no way to verifying without someone else providing a comparable test. Things to think about.

Going to get me a nice walk today.

Happy Mother’s Day to all the mom’s around the world, even if this is not your “official day”. You all deserve another day to be celebrated!

5/15 – 127.6 Now, I have to take back yesterday’s comments because a loss on this order could be online with the RMR number. Argh! Got a 5.5 mile walk in Maine yesterday. Now back in Mass for 10 days. I’m adding route notes (see above) so I can compare/contrast, or pick a known route for milage/time.

Had a simple steak on the grill for dinner last night, with vinegar based cucumber salad on the side. Interesting thing is it was a bone-in strip steak. Curious thing was that on MFP, the calories for it as a bone-in were half again higher than when I weighed the raw steak before, then cooked, then ate the edible portion, weighed the remaining bones, etc, and then tracked the difference as a boneless strip steak. The second number seemed the most accurate in my assessment, so that is what I used in the track

Today is “taking my parents out for lunch” do over. Last Thursday, they cancelled an hour before I was to pick them up. I’ve planned my lunch, and am working my day around it. (ATM diary look crazy over and I will delete items as the days go on. Easier than trying to find the items a second time.)

5/16 – 127.2 So confused, was expecting an up due to yesterday’s restaurant food and frozen pizza. Could feel that my wedding ring was tight overnight. Today is a whole day to work on things I need to do, including errands. I will get out and get some fresh air at some point in the day.

5/17 – 127.6 Good and the bad. “Good” means the 127.X’s are real. The “bad” is it reflects my behavior from last night. Went on a 9 PM bender. Could have stopped myself, but chose not to. It was mostly thin slices off a block of parmesan cheese (I did not purchase – MIL handed it to me). Back to "good", I tracked it all and own it.

Yesterday, I did get out and push myself a bit. Ran a mile, walked a mile, ran a mile, walked the remainder. First mile ends at the top of a hill, so it is a decent challenge for me. Yes, two weeks ago I “ran” a 5K (I walked about .23 miles), but it is amazing what one will do in a group setting, but not alone. I’d like to get to the point I can run this 3.37 route with hills, without walking, AND alone.

Today is visit #2 at Invisalign. It has been 4 months since I have seen the ortho, and 8 trays of movement. Nervous and excited about the appointment.

5/18 – 127.2 No exercise, but was net under for the day. Latest Invisalign tray, #9, is making my teeth tender. Popped Tylenol, and thinking through healthy softer foods for the day. I think this is the first day I will have used Tylenol for my teeth (despite being told I would be investing in a large container….. which I did). Certainly grateful there was minimal pain the first 4 months, and honestly today is not really bad. I'm just whining. Off to read the cream of wheat package.

5/19 – 126.8 Ok, so I am needing to do thinking about final weight number. For reference, according to my WW weigh-in books, I was 126.2 four days after my daughters 2017 wedding. I felt fabulous that day. In 2021, when I lost weight with you all and MFP, I was 123.8 until we bought our condo that July and I had the initial stress response and dropped to 120.8. Then bit by bit I started creeping up. Father broke his hip that October ’21 and the creeping started picking up pace until I came back here in Jan of this year at 148.6. Fortunately, I was not higher than my high (fall 2001 high was 168.8 w/ WW, fall 2020 high was 153 w/ MFP)

Sorry for all that info. Writing it out really helps me to see the picture. So, my number is close, and I don’t want an “on/off” approach to food. My base calories are 1430, and I’m going to start intentionally raising that number. I am actually going to find this hard. I know how to eat at 1430, and I know how to “go over”. Putting together healthy days with more calories will require new/more thinking. But I need to not yo-yo, which is a big problem for me.

Actually, I just remembered I bought nuts to start fitting into my day. Maybe I have my solution.

5/20 – 126.8 Two days in a row. Seems real? Upped goal calories to 1500, and ate back exercise yesterday. According to RMR test, that should be still slightly under. As I stated yesterday, I want to ease into maintenance.

5/21

F58, 5’5
Heaviest: 187 Sept. 2018
RGW Loss: 3lbs.
UGW: 140lbs

5/19-165-I finally made it back; it took a while to find the link-I had been gone so long. My life has been crazy busy, so busy that I don’t have time to walk. I’ve been cutting down on activities that take me away from other things I need to do. It’s wonderful to be here. Thank you @quiltingjaine ! Karen
5/20-162-Yesterday, I started out counting my calories and tracking my food finally; that was an awakening. Heading to my neic’s graduation /birthday party..

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

31, 5'5"
OSW: 164.2 164.5 164.9 Dec 31, 2022 165.5 Jan 5, 2023
GW: 130-135

Previous Rounds:
Last weight
05/11 - 155.8

Round Goal: 155.x
Workout: 3x/week - M-W-F C25K training, Tues/Thurs strength or yoga, regular walks with pups (weather permitting)
Nutrition: Log daily

Day, Weight, Comment
5/12 - 156.3
5/13 - DNW
5/14 - DNW
5/15 - 156.6
5/16 - 156.0
5/17 - 155.3
5/18 - 155.0
5/19 - 154.5
5/20 - 156.3 - I knew 154 had to be a false low but I'm definitely up today from what I figured is real weight. This uptick is likely a combination of salt yesterday and then Thursday's maintenance calories day. Yesterday I think I over did it with the run and then not long after my grocery trip, we had a grass fire call come in. Out there for a couple hours in full gear with high humidity, 80 degree temps AND fire just a couple feet from me. Whew, I was definitely overly dehydrated by the end. Went to bed with a dehydration headache despite my best efforts. No doubt I've got some sodium bloat from trying to get some electrolytes in as well. Also I was really hungry yesterday and ate an immense amount of food - 2,700 calories! I was running on empty apparently. Granted, my Fitbit said I burned 4,001 calories yesterday from everything. I didn't do too much physically other than the run and the fire call, but apparently my body was working overtime to keep me going.... I could've been thirsty and mistook it for hunger, but also with how I felt, I wasn't upset to eat so much more - my body needed fuel for sure! Today is a total rest day. Possibly (not guaranteed) going to Fam's for ribs later this evening but no other plans. I'm aiming for 10k steps still, but otherwise giving my body much needed rest. Not feeling hungry, just thirsty, so I'll focus on tea and water until my body tells me otherwise. Hoping tomorrow the scale will level out and I'll feel a little more balanced out and hydrated.
5/21


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HSW - 218.2 (Feb. 2015)
2023 Goals — move more; eat mostly healthfully, no extremes. Have fun!


📆 2015–2023

R222 05/11/23: end weight 184 (+.8).

Day, Weight, Comment

5/11 - 182.8
Ok, good start to the new round. Yesterday I kept my calories extremely low —880 — and while not a smart or sustainable number, once in a while it’s fine, and made me feel more in control. I also took two 30 min walks, and worked 3 hours on my garden makeover. All good. I’m feeling a bit more optimistic and am hoping for a reductive round. 🙂

5/13 - 184
Phooey. But yesterday’s number was probably artificial since my calories were so low on Thursday, and I did have some popcorn last night. I’m making a big salad for lunch or dinner, haven’t decided which, but I’m looking forward to it! Have a lovely Saturday, all!

5/14 - 183.2
Ok, that’s heading the right direction. Have a lovely Sunday, all, and happy Mother’s Day to the moms among us.

5/15 - 183.6
Gaaa. I snacked on popcorn, and then cheddar cheese, late last night. Why? I’m kind of fed up — literally and figuratively — with myself. I should put my animals in charge of my rations—they aren’t allowed to get fat. Oh, well….

5/16 - 183.6
Didn’t snack last night, and calories were below goal. If I stick to that…. Gotta straighten myself out. I can’t believe I’ve gained 5 pounds since Jan. 1. 😢😡🤯

5/17 - 183.4
Busy day yesterday, and I ate responsibly. Booker, now 6 months old, passed his Advanced Canine Good Citizen test in the morning for his Community Canine title. Good boy! He’s a handful sometimes at home, but I have to say he’s a delight in public, and pretty much unflappable — and he encourages me not to miss my morning and evening walks! He’ll be taking his Urban Canine Good Citizen test next week, and we’re starting to train for competition obedience and advanced tricks titles. That and gardening keep me mostly out of trouble, including food trouble! 😁 Planning a nice big salad for lunch.

5/18 - 183.4
Nothing new. 😁

5/19 - 184.4
What? My calories were above my goal but below estimated maintenance, so I don’t get it. Ugh. And I’m getting plenty of exercise these days. Very frustrated, and disappointed to have let this much weight creep back. Ugh.

5/20 - 183.2
Ok, yesterday was a fluke. Maybe I can get back to where I started the round tomorrow and not feel like a complete flop. I’m off to walk Booker around the neighborhood and check out all the garage sales. Exercise, puppy socialization, and window shopping all in one! Enjoy your day! Here are some clematis for you.

5/21 -