15 pounds to lose challenge- February 1 -April 30, 2024

SunnyDays930 · March 4

I am going to weigh in every couple of days.

HW 170

03/01 154.4
03/04 154.4

Goal Weight by 03/31 149

I need to exercise!! I am so lazy though I do move around a lot. I just don't engage in intentional exercise. But I nanny which keeps me moving since she is crawling and we go for lots of walks. Plus she weighs at least 16 lbs so that counts right?! I also need to incorporate stretching into my days as well.

bryantparson · March 4

bryantparson wrote: »

Welcome back everyone!!

Here we go. Starting weight 205 (had a fun time in NYC though). Shooting for that 15 lb loss. Wouldn't be upset about more. I'll check in on Mondays.

02/05: 205. Let's get it!
02/12: 201. A fair bit of that was just not having all the vacation food in my guts. And losing all that salt related water weight.
02/19: 204. Kinda bounced off that 200# floor. I was right at 200 for a couple of days, then food happened. I've hit that stage in weight loss where my workouts are suffering. Lifting much less weight despite still going to the gym regularly. My joints ache. Had to do a bit of a refeed to feel better about the workouts, but it had consequences.
02/26: 199!!! Finally under that 200 mark. I fluttered between 196.5 and 199.5 over the last few days, so I'll take it!

03/04: 197. That's realistically about 4-5 pounds down in Feb. That's right on track. Pound a week is good stuff. I'd love to be down to 190 by my b-day in May.

frankwbrown · March 4

CHALLENGE: lose 13.5 pounds by April 29 (13 weeks)
Highest weight (7/10/2020): 330
yearly gain/loss: year 1: ↓87 lbs; year 2: ↓18 lbs; year 3: ↑16 lbs; year 4: ↓↑???
Jan 29 starting weight: 243.1 (7-day average)
Apr 29 goal weight: 229.6 (desired loss = 13.5 pounds in 13 weeks)
ultimate goal weight: 215? (maybe stay in range 210-220?)

Jan 29 : 243.1 (Weigh-in day: Monday)
Feb 05 : 243.0 : ↓ 0.1
Feb 12 : 244.5 : ↑ 1.5 - total gain/loss: ↑ 1.4
Feb 19 : 243.7 : ↓ 0.8 - total gain/loss: ↑ 0.6
Feb 26 : 244.1 : ↑ 0.4 - total gain/loss: ↑ 1.0
Mar 04 : 246.8 : ↑ 2.7 - total gain/loss: ↑ 3.7
Mar 11 :
Mar 18 :
Mar 25 :
Apr 01 :
Apr 08 :
Apr 15 :
Apr 22 :
Apr 29 :

cpanus · March 4

Thanks, @RubyRed427 for posting this for us!!
Hi! I'm Chris - 73 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: 152.5 lbs
Goal Weight: 145.0 lbs
February
02/01 - 149.0 at 5:30 a.m. ...aught the nasty "c" stuff AGAIN!!!...ugh!
02/05 - 151.0 at 5:30 a.m. ...Grandson Duty then 5.60 miles in 115 mins in cold wind and rain.
02/12 - 149.6 at 7:30 a.m. ...60 min workout w/my trainer
02/19 - 148.1 at 8:10 a.m. ...60 min workout w/my trainer then worked on our taxes

02/26 - 147.2 at 5:30 a.m. ...Grandson Duty then 60 min workout w/trainer
02/29 - 150.0 at 5:30 a.m. ...Grandson Duty then DMV to renew my license and take the test!!!
February loss/gain - +1.0
March
03/01 - 149.9 at 5:30 a.m. ...Grandson Duty then 60 min workout w/trainer then new bed delivered!!
03/04 -
03/11 -
03/18 -
03/25 -
03/31 -
March gain/gain -
Good luck everyone!
Chris

ambonds · March 5

Hi! Jumping in a little late, but better than never! I’m a 34yo mom of a toddler. I lost about half my baby weight in the first few months after having her, but gained a good bit of it back thanks to poor eating and way too much drinking this entire past year after I suffered a very traumatic and unexpected loss of a parent last spring.

I’m about to be at the one-year anniversary of said loss, and I really want to see that as a fresh start. My goal is to do a sober month starting the day after the anniversary in tandem with healthier eating and regular exercise.

Started the healthier eating and “less” drinking already, so starting my weigh-ins then. Will attempt to weigh once or twice a week, but could use moral support more often so will be checking in generally more frequently!

Goal for -15 from start: 153
Ultimate goal: 140

March 1 - 168.7
March 4 - 166.4

deepwoodslady · March 5

@ambonds Welcome to the group. It is wonderful to have you here and I look forward to your posts. I can already tell with your multiple goals that you will be an inspiration! I am so sorry for your loss. You will find good friends here and come to know that this is a safe space for all your needs.

deepwoodslady · March 5

My name is Donna. I am 63 years old and I live in the Midwest of the US. I am 5’ 5” tall.

CHALLENGE STARTING WEIGHT (FROM Jan 31): 181.6
CHALLENGE TOTAL WEIGHT LOSS GOAL: Total Loss of 12 pounds to land at 169.6
CHALLENGE ACTUAL ENDING WEIGHT:
TOTAL LOST IN THIS CHALLENGE:

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; 150’s

Weight in blue makes me blue because it’s a gain. Weight in fuchsia pink makes me feel cheery because it’s a loss. Weight in black means no change.

02/01-183.4-(Trend Weight: 183.0)-

02/06-183.0-(Trend Weight: 183.2)-

02/13-182.0-(Trend Weight: 181.5)-

02/20-179.4-(Trend Weight: 180.6)-

02/27-179.4-(Trend Weight: 180.2)-

02/29-177.0-(Trend Weight: 179.5)-

Feb Start: 181.6
Feb Goal: 177.6 (4 pound loss)
Feb Actual: 177.0
Cumulative Weight Loss so Far: 4.6 lbs. Lost

Weight in blue makes me blue because it’s a gain. Weight in fuchsia pink makes me feel cheery because it’s a loss. Weight in black means no change.

03/01-DNW-(Trend Weight: DNW)- No weigh Friday as I get up extra early to get grandson ready for the bus. I only weigh later if I lay back down but today I can’t. Also I take my once-per-week Fosamax on this day with 8 oz of water upon waking. Yesterday was a good clean eating day but hardly any movement or exercise so my calorie burn overall was very low. Today will probably not allow me much better. One of the new windows was put in yesterday in the bedroom and floor in bath was prepped for new sub=flooring. A flurry of activity here. Well, my friends, Its a new month. Time to “March” into better health and a more optimal weight (for most of us). Let’s go!

03/05-177.4-(Trend Weight: 178.9)- I have my family doctor appointment later this afternoon located locally in the next town over. I think he’ll be pleased with my weight loss since I last saw him. I am beginning to see more loose skin so I would prefer to lose it slow but steady at my age. My secret desire, however, is to hit 169 point anything by my birthday May 10th. I have not been losing at a rate that would get me there so it is a dream for sure. Oh but what a dream!

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03/26-xxxxx-(Trend Weight: xxxxx)-

03/31-xxxxx-(Trend Weight: xxxxx)-

Mar Start: 177.0
Mar Goal: 173.0 (4 pound loss)
Mar Actual: xxxxx
Cumulative Weight Loss so Far: xxxxx

Challenge Weeks to Come

Weight in blue makes me blue because it’s a gain. Weight in fuchsia pink makes me feel cheery because it’s a loss. Weight in black means no change.

04/01-xxxxx-(Trend Weight: xxxxx)-

04/02-xxxxx-(Trend Weight: xxxxx)-

04/09-xxxxx-(Trend Weight: xxxxx)-

04/16-xxxxx-(Trend Weight: xxxxx)-

04/23-xxxxx-(Trend Weight: xxxxx)-

04/30-xxxxx-(Trend Weight: xxxxx)-

Apr Start: xxxxx
Apr Goal: xxxxx (4 pound loss)
Apr Actual: xxxxx
Cumulative Weight Loss so Far:

SunnyDays930 · March 6

HW 170

03/01 154.4
03/04 154.4
03/06 154.4

Goal Weight by 03/31 149

No change. But still no alcohol (2 weeks today for that) so I am not beating myself up for having a few sweets.

Welcome @ambonds. I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. You will find support and encouragement here.

200Karen · March 6

@ambonds Welcome to the group 🥳 so sorry for your loss of a parent
I'm sending you a friend request and best wishes in your journey

Hi!! My name is Karen. I am 65 years old, 5' 0" tall, and a retiree living in Oregon. My goal weight is 115-120.

WEIGHT RELEASE GOAL 4.0 to 9.0 lbs
AND LEARN MAINTENANCE
✅ February 1st: 124 released 1.6 lbs

✅ March
01. 122.4
04. 133.0
This week I’m working to stop overeating and to reverse this gain. Twice daily I’m using the mantra “I AM STRONG AND FIT. I ALSO MAKE GOOD FOOD CHOICES” 🤩 🏋🏼‍♂️

💞Karen

cpanus · March 6

Thanks, @RubyRed427 for posting this for us!!
Hi! I'm Chris - 73 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: 152.5 lbs
Goal Weight: 145.0 lbs
February
02/01 - 149.0 at 5:30 a.m. ...aught the nasty "c" stuff AGAIN!!!...ugh!
02/05 - 151.0 at 5:30 a.m. ...Grandson Duty then 5.60 miles in 115 mins in cold wind and rain.
02/12 - 149.6 at 7:30 a.m. ...60 min workout w/my trainer
02/19 - 148.1 at 8:10 a.m. ...60 min workout w/my trainer then worked on our taxes

02/26 - 147.2 at 5:30 a.m. ...Grandson Duty then 60 min workout w/trainer
02/29 - 150.0 at 5:30 a.m. ...Grandson Duty then DMV to renew my license and take the test!!!
February loss/gain - +1.0
March
03/01 - 149.9 at 5:30 a.m. ...Grandson Duty then 60 min workout w/trainer then new bed delivered!!
03/04 - 149.8 at 5:30 a.m. ...Grandson sick - 60 min workout w/trainer...caught the kids' cold
03/11 -
03/18 -
03/25 -
03/31 -
March gain/gain -
Good luck everyone!
Chris

RubyRed427 · March 6

Hi Friends,
Sorry I have been absent. We went on a perfect vacation getaway for four days. Really enjoyed our time away!! Rejuvenated me. We ate reasonably.

I have not weighed in yet. But I will once the salt swelling goes down! Eating out on a vacation can make me swell even if I try to eat less sodium filled food.

Happy to see this thread jumping!!! Welcome to our new friends too! Thanks to everyone for posting and welcoming new people. We are a TEAM

spyder2765 · March 7

Looking forward to getting back on track with this challenge. I am 55 and 5'3'' female in Oklahoma. Spring is around the corner and hope for more outside activities.
Highest weight: 154.2
Starting weight: 149
Goal weight: 130

2/1 149
2/8 149.6
2/15 148.6
2/21 146.8 - Started exercising a little more this last week.
2/29 146.8
3/7 144.6 - Back to healthier meals.

Bluetail6 · March 7

Hi I'm in:

Starting Weight: 186.8
Challenge Goal: 171.8
Ultimate WL Goal: TBD

Feb 29: 186.8
March 7: 183
March 14:
March 21:
March 28:
Total loss (March):

We can do this, everyone.
Lee

SunnyDays930 · March 8

Same weight for days and days. I am stuck. I was losing when I was skipping or having a VERY light dinner, like soup, but lately have been accepting invitations out. Tonight is some place that is supposed to be one of the 50 best pizza places in the country

My strategy tonight is to have a salad and maybe half a slice of this supposed heavenly pizza.

GinLee61 · March 8

I am a 5'3" retiree and started tracking again with MFP in January 2022.

My final goal weight is 145.

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

Starting weight as of January 26 2024: 155.5

Feb 3: 156.2
Feb 9: 155.4
Feb 15: 154.8
Feb 23: Away
March 1: Sick
March 8: 153.2

Challenge Goal: 2 lbs (153.5)
Challenge Actual: -2.3

This is a new 20 year low weight for me but I know I would not have attained it at this time had I not become sick the day after returning from my vacation. I'm pretty sure I picked up this strep infection on one of the flights home. Losing 3 lbs in one month is highly unusual for me at this point in my journey and I will probably gain at least a bit of this back once the meds really kick in and I start to feel like eating again. Right now this fever is really kicking my butt.

There are so many nasty illnesses making the rounds. I hope you all stay safe and healthy!

Have a great week!

Rh1aB1a · March 8

Hi y'all!

I'm Rhiannon! I'm a 38yo stay at home mama to my five kids who range from 9y to 5mo! Trying to lose the last of the baby weight before my wedding in October! I would LOVE to lose the last 15lbs by April!

FEBRUARY

SW-159.4lb
GW-157lb
UGW-145.0

1.159.4

8.159.8

15.159.2

21.157.6

28.156.4

Total loss: 3lbs

MARCH

SW-154.4
GW-151.0
UGW-145.0

1.154.4

8.156.6

15.
22.
29.

deepwoodslady · March 8

GinLee61 wrote: »

I am a 5'3" retiree and started tracking again with MFP in January 2022.

My final goal weight is 145.

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

Starting weight as of January 26 2024: 155.5

Feb 3: 156.2
Feb 9: 155.4
Feb 15: 154.8
Feb 23: Away
March 1: Sick
March 8: 153.2

Challenge Goal: 2 lbs (153.5)
Challenge Actual: -2.3

This is a new 20 year low weight for me but I know I would not have attained it at this time had I not become sick the day after returning from my vacation. I'm pretty sure I picked up this strep infection on one of the flights home. Losing 3 lbs in one month is highly unusual for me at this point in my journey and I will probably gain at least a bit of this back once the meds really kick in and I start to feel like eating again. Right now this fever is really kicking my butt.

There are so many nasty illnesses making the rounds. I hope you all stay safe and healthy!

Have a great week!

@GinLee61 Congratulations on hitting your lowest weight in 20 years! That is so INCREDIBLE!!! Even if you teeter-totter back and forth a pound or two, just being able to reach out and touch it is so AMAZING. Celebrate You my friend. You deserve it! I hope you will kick that fever and feel better soon.

Lynn__W · March 9

I’m 77, still active and working. Have physically active goals / events this year but def need to lose weight and regain lost fitness to fully enjoy them.
Feb 22nd: 176.4
Current Weight: 173.8 lbs
Goal Weight: 158
February
02/01 - 173.8
02/05 - 174.4
02/12 - 176 Ouch!!
02/14 – 174 Whew!
02/19 - 175 Birthday, cake and chocolates etc.
02/26 – 176.
02/29 – 174.8
February loss/gain - +1

March:
03/01: 174.4
03/04: 174.2
03/08: 173.4
03/11:
03/15:
03/18:
03/22:
03/25:
03/29:
03/31:
March Gain or Loss: ____

GinLee61 · March 9

deepwoodslady wrote: »

@GinLee61 Congratulations on hitting your lowest weight in 20 years! That is so INCREDIBLE!!! Even if you teeter-totter back and forth a pound or two, just being able to reach out and touch it is so AMAZING. Celebrate You my friend. You deserve it! I hope you will kick that fever and feel better soon.

@deepwoodslady - thank you so much!! I started to feel better yesterday afternoon and I actually felt like cooking. This morning I feel even stronger and hope to do an abbreviated cardio workout to ease myself back into exercising.

Walela617 · March 10

Doesn't look like I'll make the 15 lbs. by the end of April, since I'm 150 lbs. today; so I'll jump off here but first I wanted to wish everyone here every success in meeting your goals! 💞Carole

15 pounds to lose challenge- February 1 -April 30, 2024

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