Women 200lb+, Let's Stay Focused This February!!!

dutchgirl188 · February 7

Hi everyone! Thank you for starting this new thread! Such a great group ❤️

Starting weight:224

Ultimate Goal Weight: 165

2/7: 199.8
I can't believe it. I haven't seen the one hundreds in the scale in 8 years! I usually weigh in on Fridays, but I missed last week because we took a mini vacation and stayed at an indoor waterpark with our kids. It was so fun but I definitely overate. I guess the exercise I got while I was climbing up all those stairs to get to the waterslides balanced it out. I am thrilled. I have now lost 24 lbs since Oct 27th.
Oh, and a non scale victory I had was I had the confidence to wear a two piece bathing suit! (high waisted of course)!

Dia_R · February 7

Starting weight this time is 275.8 January 1.
As of Feb 7 I'm down to 271.9, so that is progress.

Dia_R · February 7

I'm hoping to add more friends, for accountability and encouragement. I know this is a marathon, rather than a sprint, and I need all the backing I can get. Please feel free to add.

kristinwoods919 · February 8

I need to get better at logging food and water. I have been so busy Hopefully gets better after this week. I went for a walk yesterday on lunch. I needed to get it done. I was super crabby. I wanted to get a second one in yesterday, but I didnt. I go one of two ways when I have super bad days. I wont eat and super lazy or I eat everything in sight. Yesterday was I didnt eat much. I keep telling myself I am going to have a better day mentally.

With that being said my daughter is preparing for her first solo and ensemble, that is Saturday morning. She is ready for it. But, with that she plays a very difficult instrument (bassoon), and only has played this one for a year and a half. I think i am more nervous than she is. If she does well she can compete in states. But her private instructor said she is 110% ready. So wish her luck.

sharon81 · February 8

Sharon
42 years old
5'5"
SW (10/22) 230lbs
Jan 1 Starting weight: 193.0
CW 181.8
March 1 goal weight 177
UGW 150 at which point I'll reassess.
2/1: 181.8 lbs
2/8: 183.4 lbs (was 180.4, my lowest yet, yesterday) 🙄 Finishing up my cycle and hopefully next week will show better results. 😕
2/15:
2/22:
2/29:

robmab · February 8

Hi all! Im Robyn. I’m new here and looking for support and accountability as I begin a long journey to get healthy!

51 years old
5’7
SW (2/5/2024): 238.8
CW: 234.4
March 1 GW: 225
GW: 168 (will reassess at that point)

I just started back to a plan that worked for me in the past. I don’t count calories or track foods, but practice mindful eating, eating slowly, and intermittent fasting. I also cut out sugar and alcohol and drink plenty of water. So far it’s working - I’m down 4lbs in 4 days. I know it’s mostly water weight, but really happy to see the scale moving down instead of up.

I hope it’s ok that I post here, even though I’m not following the same plan as everyone else. If not, let me know. I won’t be offended. 😁

skintight303 · February 8

Mejken
42 years old
5'9"
Re-Starting Weight (10/23) 208lbs
February Starting Weight 185.5
End of February Goal Weight: 180
UGW 170 and I'll reassess.

February Goals:
* Remain in a calorie deficit everyday with 1 exception day (husband's birthday celebration).
* This really ended up being two days. Birthday celebrations with friends happened on Saturday night and the eating was great. Had oysters and fish at dinner and the portions were small. Drinks are another story
* Dry February (with same exception as above).
* So, I has some drinks , we had a people over for a drink at our house first (sugar-free Kentucky Mule) and then we had some prosecco at dinner. I had 3 flutes and it was more than I needed. Not because of the 275 calories in the flutes, but it was paired with staying up until 2:00am and the the ensuing hangover the next day that robbed me of any motivation for movement. I did get right back on the bandwagon on Monday. It was very fun--but I'm too old for multiple drinks and late night shenanigans.
* Climb to the 25th floor at work 3 times daily.
* Check!!
* Exercise 3 times a week at minimum (running or strength, with at least 1 being strength).
* Check!! Snow has returned and so I've been doing videos at home and I am SORE.
* Complete a 29 day plank challenge.
* I missed Sunday on this one-Could have been an excuse to stop for the month (something I have been guilty of before). But I jumped back in am now at 1min 40sec. THIS IS REALLY HARD. I honestly don't know how I'm going to get to 4min by the end of the month. One day at a time!!

2/1: 185.5
2/8: 184.1 this morning (I did hit 183.5 a couple days ago, but we know how that works

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2/15:
2/22:
2/29:

I have been feeling a bit down this week. I have lost almost 25lbs since October and NO ONE is noticing. My husband knows my focus and is very supportive but he always thinks I'm cute/look good. I am tall, so I have "worn my heavier weight well". I guess the polite thing is not to mention weight at all-so I should just move past it. We are going to see my parents next weekend and I haven see them much since the holidays so maybe they will notice. I did take pics mid-December. Maybe it's time to take pics 2 months later and put a visual to the progress.

Do you all take measurements and pictures?

Welcome new ladies!! @dutchgirl188 @Dia_R @robmab
I was new to this group in December and it really is the best!

@sharon81 I feel the same! Your progress is super inspiring. I hope you OWN a 50lb weight loss and don't get hung up on a few ounces when proclaiming victory to family/friends complimenting you.

@kristinwoods919 Sounds like you have had a hard week or two--but you are sticking with it and I am proud of you. There are so many excuses we can make to quit and you are overcoming all of them.

@CeCeFlyy @RavenStCloud @itladyee @CupcakeCrusoe @sarah12277 STEADY as a ROCK! Love hearing your updates, NSV, goals and progress!

kristinwoods919 · February 9

This week has very busy so I am just thankful I didn’t gain!
Feb 1- 225.1
Feb 2- 223.1
Feb 9- 222.5

carley_marie83 · February 9

Weigh in #5:
Starting weight: 97.1 kilos (213.6lbs)
Current weight: 96.4 kilos (212.1)
Change: -.700 grams (-1.54lbs)
Total lost: -2.9 kilos (-6.38lbs)

Slowly getting there. I can not wait to be out of the 200s!

kristinwoods919 · February 11

Today was a really bad food day. But on a plus note. My daughter performed her solo at solo and ensemble today, she qualified for states!!! At 14 years old only playing the bassoon for a year and half. Proudest mom moment this year so far.

mmatcha_latte · February 11

Name: Melissa
38 years old, 5'8" woman

My Numbers:
SW: 263.4 lbs (Nov 1 2023)
Feb GW: 226 lbs (-5 lbs)
✨🌟✨
1st GW: 199 lbs
2nd GW: 163 lbs
Ultimate GW: 140 lbs

💖💜💞💙💝
Weigh-ins: Sundays
Feb SW = 231.6
2/4/24 = 231.4 (-0.2)
2/11/24 = 229.6 (-1.8)
2/18/24 =
2/25/24 =
Total WL/G for the month= -2 lbs

According to this website https://www.cdc.gov/obesity/basics/adult-defining.html
My bmi is now under 35 so I'm obese class 1 now! 🥳 When I started I had bmi 40, or obese class 3 morbid obesity. I hope my joint pain and overall health continue to improve! 💝

My waist is also down to 35 inches! 🎉 I'm pear-shaped and unfortunately my hips and thighs have hardly changed and are usually the last place I lose fat. 😂 I'm wearing size 20 jeans to fit my hips but the waist is way too big, so that's always a bit annoying but I'm definitely glad to be losing fat in my abdomin.

This week my husband is planning to make borscht one night and I'm planning to try a new recipe for Japanese white stew https://www.justonecookbook.com/white-stew/ so I have some healthy meals to look forward to. We'll have a special dinner and dessert for Valentine's day but no splurging outside that one day 💞 Hope you all have a great week!

RavenStCloud · February 11

This week has been a mixed bag.

I was away from home for three days and we ate two meals a day at restaurants and the rest was snacks. It was a last minute working trip, so I couldn't really prep anything. I started out ordering healthy, but, by the end, it was fried foods. If this type of excursion happens again, once a day I need to order a big salad with protein to get my veggies in.

However, I still managed to go to the gym three days this week (once with a trainer), so I'm not going to let things get to me too much.

In other news, I've signed up for a seven-week exercise line dancing class that starts this Wednesday. While Valentine's Day is a weird day to begin, I'm really excited to go to an exercise class again instead of just my usual gym/pool routine. I hope it's fun and that everyone is nice!

itladyee · February 11

I'm Charissa
63 years young
[Stats & Goals]

Starting Weight: 223.6 January
Starting Weight: 215.0 February

Goals for 2024 > Trend downwards. My ultimate goal weight is between 140 - 150. While I'd like to lose about 5lbs a month, I'm focusing instead on actions that could/should result in that loss.
- Exercise - 6x a week
- Water - working towards 80 to 100 ounces daily
- Better Nutrition *Work in Process
- Less Alcohol * Work in process. Continuing with "damp" February.
- Get back to 10,000 steps a day (minimum)

My Mantra:

🏋🏾‍♀️ Don't think, just do it!!

Not a good week. Two dinners out - one was planned. Today is Superbowl....oh boy! Not going to sweat it..refocus tomorrow and finish February STRONG!

2/1: 215.0
2/10: 217.0
2/17:
2/24:
2/29:

@dutchgirl188 ~ Congrats on ONEderland!!!🙂

@Dia_R ~ yes progress. Keep up the good work!

@Kristenwoods919 ~ what helps me with logging food is planning food. I put what I think I'm going to have and then adjust during the week. I too struggle with water. I've started to leave my empty water bottles out so I can see what I have (or haven't) consumed through-out the day and not depending on memory. I was late to wish Good Luck to your daughter but for sure Congratulations!!! You both should be proud!

@Sharon81 ~ I always hit my low point on a non-weigh day!

@robmab ~ I think if you find what works for you, that's all that matters. Congrats!

@skintight303 ~ I think people notice but are afraid to say anything. I can only guess that it could be due to so many maladies out there...Keep on keeping on...you're the one that matters!! But yes, I take pictures and measurements and its very difficult for me to see a difference on the pictures at this time.

@mmatcha_latte ~ great progress! BMI under 35....you got this!!!

@RavenStCloud ~ can't wait to hear about the line dancing! Unplanned trips are difficult to navigate. I'm sure you did the best you could.

Dia_R · February 12

RavenStCloud wrote: »

This week has been a mixed bag.

In other news, I've signed up for a seven-week exercise line dancing class that starts this Wednesday. While Valentine's Day is a weird day to begin, I'm really excited to go to an exercise class again instead of just my usual gym/pool routine. I hope it's fun and that everyone is nice!

Sounds really fun! I Think Valentine’s Day is a perfect time to begin an investment in your own heart and health.

Dia_R · February 12

Tiny NSV today. I took the dog for a walk, and didn’t get winded or experience muscle pain, which I did walking the same route less than 2 weeks (and 5#) ago. Progress!!

Rosie3579 · February 12

Katie
40F, 5’5”
SW: 230 lbs (Oct 23)
CW: 195 lbs
Feb Goal: 190 lbs
Goal Range: 140-150

Just trying to stick with it. Only way is forward. Calorie deficit and IF (20:4). Working out with Heather Robertson.

sequimtrim · February 12

Kathryn
CW: 210
5'4"
67 years old
My focus this month is on eating less and getting back on an exercise routine.

NZMAMAOF5 · February 12

Thanks for welcoming me so warmly ladies!!! I think I’ve had a pretty good week. Managed to keep my dairy logged every day and also managed to take our pups for a walk every day.

My husband who was also supposed to be doing this seems to have fallen off the wagon already which is a little disappointing since he was the one who wanted to do this together.

I managed a good loss this week though I’m fairly sure it’s probably just that initial loss boost from moving my body in a way I’m not used to and that this coming week will probably be a much smaller loss once my body has decided this must be the new norm.

SW: 115.4 kg (254.4 lbs)
CW: 115.4 kg (254.4 lbs)
FGW: 110 kg (242.2 lbs)
UGW: 75 kg (165 lbs)

4 Feb - 115.4 kg (254.4 lbs)
11 Feb - 112.3 kg (247.6 lbs)
18 Feb -
25 Feb -
3 Mar -

CeCeFlyy · February 12

Weekly Check In • 2/12

SW: 237
LW: 233
CW: 234.6
GW: 165

One thing I want to improve from last week:

Everything! I did not stick to my program at all and it shows. Back on track today with a fresh start.

One thing I enjoyed from last week:

I have been on top of water!

NSV:

💕 My skin is clearing up
💕 My sleep is better

sharon81 · February 13

Went out of town over the weekend, woke up with the flu Monday morning. Recovering today.., pretty weak and woozy. Have only been able to eat two saltines since dinner Sunday night. I just tried coffee( against my better judgment) so far so good… a Lillie woozy but was previously. Will try toast for lunch… and go from there.

Women 200lb+, Let's Stay Focused This February!!!

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