Women 200lb+, Let's Apply Ourselves This April!!!
RavenStCloud
Posts: 362 Member
🌻 Hello, ladies, and Happy April!!!🌻
🌻 The weather is changing, and we're changing with it! What are your goals for this month and the spring overall?
🌻 What do you feel like you've been doing right? Feel free to brag! And is there one specific area that you'd like to concentrate on or something in general that you'd like to work harder on in April?
🟡 If you've never been here before, please know you are welcome to join at any point in the month. All you have to do is post something, and then BAM!, you're one of us.
🟡 In this group, we post our weekly and monthly goals and provide support and motivation to each other as we share our triumphs and our struggles. This group is all about accountability.
🟡 All are welcome, and if you think you belong here, you do! No matter how much you currently weigh or how you measure (or don't measure) your weight, we'd love to hear from you.
🟡 Victories, both scale and non-scale, are great to hear about, but, conversely, we know that weight loss isn't all sunshine and roses. If you're going through a rough patch, please feel free to be honest and vent your heart out. The struggle is real and we're all here to support each other!
🌻 This April, let's astound and astonish ourselves with everything we can accomplish!!!🌻
🌻 The weather is changing, and we're changing with it! What are your goals for this month and the spring overall?
🌻 What do you feel like you've been doing right? Feel free to brag! And is there one specific area that you'd like to concentrate on or something in general that you'd like to work harder on in April?
🟡 If you've never been here before, please know you are welcome to join at any point in the month. All you have to do is post something, and then BAM!, you're one of us.
🟡 In this group, we post our weekly and monthly goals and provide support and motivation to each other as we share our triumphs and our struggles. This group is all about accountability.
🟡 All are welcome, and if you think you belong here, you do! No matter how much you currently weigh or how you measure (or don't measure) your weight, we'd love to hear from you.
🟡 Victories, both scale and non-scale, are great to hear about, but, conversely, we know that weight loss isn't all sunshine and roses. If you're going through a rough patch, please feel free to be honest and vent your heart out. The struggle is real and we're all here to support each other!
🌻 This April, let's astound and astonish ourselves with everything we can accomplish!!!🌻
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Hi everyone.
I am not new to MFP, I lost 30kg in 2016/2017 using this app and doing regular exercise. Life however happened and due to personal difficulties (trauma and covid) I gained back all the weight I lost.
I am however back and ready to do it again. I am taking back responsibility and accountability and I will prove to myself that I can not only lose the weight again but I can maintain this time.
My starting weight this April is 94.2kg. My goal for April is 90kg. My UGW is 58kg.
Thanks for the support I know there will be plenty of as I embark on this journey again.
Regards.
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I didnt weigh in Friday or this morning, so I am starting at my last weigh in at 221.8.
I lost focus the last week of march. So, I did not hit my 10 LB goal but I will hit it this month. New month new goals.
Starting weight 221.86 -
Sharon
42 years old
5'5"
SW&HW (10/2022) 230lbs
Jan 1 Starting weight: 193.0 lbs
April 1 SW: 183.2
CW 2/29: 183.2lbs
GW 155
LW 180.2
Weigh in day is Thursday.
Total loss to date for 2024 9.8lbs
May2nd GW: 179.0 lbs
Weigh in on Thursdays 😉
April 4:
April 11:
April 18:
April 25:
May 2:
April Goals:
🌸Log 6/7 days
🌸Exercise in some capacity 3/7 days
🌸Get off the sugar (Jellybeans are my kryptonite!)
last month went an awful lot like February did. I'm feeling motivated to hit this like January 1 🤣
We can do this! Can't wait to see all the progress!
@skintight303, Yes! Let's see 170s this month!!
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34 years old
5’6”
Starting weight: 222 (Feb, 21)
Lowest weight: 154 (Sep, 21)
Re-starting weight: 195 (Feb, 23)
Goal weight: 165-168
April 1: 176.2
April 8:
April 15:
April 22:
April 29:
Thanks @RavenStCloud! Let’s do this!!4 -
41 year old ,5’4”
Starting weight jan8 280.2
Current is 270
I’ve been sick for the month of March and still on going so no exercise for me until this virus attacking my ears etc goes away. Have been maintaining my deficit at the very least. So ready for this to be over and get back to it.
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Mejken
42 years old
5'9"
Re-Starting Weight (10/23) 208lbs
April SW:179.3
April GW: 171.3
UGW 160 and I'll reassess.
April Goals:
* 30 Day plank challenge (putting this up top-3rd time is the charm, right )
* Log my calories EVERYDAY
* Climb to the 25th floor at work 3 times daily
* 15K steps/day AVERAGE for the month
4/1: 179.3
4/8:
4/15:
4/22:
4/29:
Hello All! I am going to switch to Monday weigh-in for the month. Weekends can show the best of me--but also the most RELAXED of me. I think Monday reporting will help keep me accountable. I am also setting a BIG goal of a 2lb a week weight loss. This is a challenge for me. I am hoping this mentally provides less *wiggle* room for me to justify bending my habits/grabbing the wrong snacks for my goals.
Wishing everyone strong will and dedication this month! I'm here cheering you on!5 -
Hi everyone ☺️ My name is Jaxx. I'm brand new to my fitness pal. Dr recommended this morning when I asked for weight loss meds. Ive always struggled with my weight up and down as well as disordered eating. She said try this 1st, changing some habits, being more active and mindful in my daily living and we will go from here! So here I am. I'm uncomfortable but I'm aware that the best growth comes from the uncomfortable 😌 💯
I am 40 (almost 41) and I currently weigh 239 lbs. I've literally gained 9 lbs since March 1st.... 4 birthday parties, Easter and a week in the hospital with major kidney stone surgery will do that I suppose. I am an amputee but I function like normal 2 legged folk. And I have a 2 year old and a 12 year old to help keep me on my toes Lol 😆
My goal is to lose 10lbs this month with mindful eating, more exercise and accountability.
Sorry if this isn't what I was suppossed to write here but....here I am in all my glory lol 😆 💜✨️
Thanks to you all for being here and being you! ♥️12 -
April is my birthday month, and I'll be turning 48! To celebrate, I've set some goals for myself: I aim to lose 5 pounds this month. I plan to hit the gym at least 3 times a week and take two walks every day. Additionally, I'll ensure to drink 100 ounces of water daily. On top of that, I'm committed to including a weekend gym session in my routine. Here's to a healthy and fulfilling birthday month ahead!
Almost 48 years old
5'3"
April SW:232.8
April GW: 227.8
UGW 165
4/1: 232.8
4/8:
4/15:
4/22:
4/29:
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I am 59.years old.
5'7"
Sw/Hw 274lbs
Current w 195.4 lbs
Goal w 155 lbs
April Gw 189 lbs
I struggle with weekend, holidays and any unstructured time.5 -
Hi everyone! I’m Rita and have been following and sometimes participating in this group for a few years now. You all are the BEST!! I seem to start out the month OK, then lose momentum. So here we go again. I will report once a week but will be cheering you all on daily even if I don’t post anything. Good luck and good health to you all!
Here I am…
72 years old (that doesn’t sound or feel right but that’s what my birth certificate tells me).
5’3” and holding.
SW 11/22 - 238.2
Current weight: 229.2
April goal weight - 224
4/1: 229.2
4/8:
4/15:
4/22:
4/29:
Daily Goals: (officially starting tomorrow since today’s almost past)
1. Walk 4000 steps
2. Eat one large carrot or drink 1 can V-8 for a snack
3. Eat one apple or applesauce
4. Go to bed before midnight
5. Spend some time outside
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Welcome everyone! Can't wait to hear more from you all!
@reneewill Me too! I struggle hard on weekends or special events! I feel like I am constantly starting over every Monday. 😣 We got this 💪💪 April is our month!7 -
Happy Spring! It's hard to believe we're already in April. It's been raining since yesterday so I guess April showers do bring May flowers. 😄🌷 I was surprised this morning when this popped up after I logged my weigh-in:
My progress:Name: MelissaMy birthday is next month so I'm feeling extra motivated to make some good progress by May 14. Here are my goals for April:
38 years old, 5'8" woman
My Numbers:
SW: 263.4 lbs (Nov 1 2023)
April GW: 210 lbs (-5 lbs)
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1st GW: 199 lbs
2nd GW: 163 lbs
Ultimate GW: 140 lbs
🌧️☂️🌈🌦️🌷
Weigh-ins: Sundays
April SW = 215.2
3/7/24 =
3/14/24 =
3/21/24 =
3/28/24 =
Total WL/G for the month=
☂️ Cook at least 2x per week, try at least one new recipe per week
☂️ Eat 5+ varieties of fruit and veg everyday
☂️ Walk outside or on the treadmill at least 2x per week, stretch 4x per week
☂️ Do relaxing self-care at least once a week: paint nails, facial mask, work on craft project, colouring book, etc.
This week I tried a new recipe for spinach bacon quiche and I added mushrooms and swiss cheese as well. I served this with a small salad and Greek yogurt and fruit parfait. https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/spinach-and-bacon-quiche/
I'm also going to make Greek lemon chicken soup. It sounds tasty for spring! https://www.themediterraneandish.com/avgolemono-soup-recipe/
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@mmatcha_latte CONGRATULATIONS on 49 pounds! That is truly incredible.
I LOVE avgolemono soup! So delicious and protein rich. I suggest a heavy hand of fresh dill. You have inspired me to add this to my meal prep for next week. I have several lemons calling out for a purpose.3 -
@sharon81 I am the same way. When I dont have a normal day I struggle a lot. And feel like I am constantly starting over.6
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So I weighed in for the first time this month. I knew I had to gain weight since my last weigh in. But I guess I will take this as my new starting weight for April.
April 5- 223.83 -
34 years old
5’6”
Starting weight: 222 (Feb, 21)
Lowest weight: 154 (Sep, 21)
Re-starting weight: 195 (Feb, 23)
Goal weight: 165-168
April 1: 176.2
April 7: 175.6
April 15:
April 22:
April 29:
Not a great week, weight-loss wise but still a loss, so I’ll take it! I’ve increased my workouts this week, so I’m hoping some of my slower loss is due to water retention? One can always hope! I’ve also been sleeping poorly, and I know that always has an effect on my loss as well.
I’m one day early for my weekly weigh in because this afternoon, I’m headed to a week-long conference for work. It’s pretty much impossible to correctly count calories when I travel (since I don’t like pulling out my scale in the middle of a restuarant 😂) and I don’t think I’ll have a lot of choice as to what I eat because we will all be served the same thing for each meal. But, I packed some protein bars and protein powder so I’m hoping that if a meal seems ridiculously high in calories to me, I can abstain and replace with what I brought. I also won’t have access to a scale.. oh well! I know that ultimately, creating a lifestyle of change is what matters but I would also reeeally like to see 174 soon.
I’m bringing my workout gear and there seems to be a small gym on property so hopefully I can at least stay active. Another plus is that portions are generally pretty small here in Central Asia (unlike the crazy big restuarant portions in the US!) - my husband actually has trouble getting enough food when we travel! Ahhh, if only I had his metabolism..4 -
Greetings. I’m back after a week-long vacation with my daughter, her baby, my younger son, and my oldest sister. I’m weighing a bit above where I was just before I left, and I know it’ll take me a couple of days back in my routines to see where I really am. Even so, I’m still 5 lbs down since Jan 26. That’s a win in my book.
I hope all are doing well.
Baby pic for attention.
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Hello, ladies! This is my first time joining this, as I only just restarted MFP and my weight loss journey this month. But monthly tracking seems brilliant and motivational!
41 years old
5'6
SW: 264
April GW: 250 (more aggressive, I know, but I've already lost 6 lbs. Future months will be less.)
Ultimate GW: 185
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Hello all I’ll introduce myself as CW. I restarted MFP at the end of January weighing 210. I’m 58 and ironically my height is
5’8!! My goal weight is 160, but 150 would be FANTASTIC!! I’m really struggling with post menopausal weight gain around my belly and up!! I’m also an emotional eater and use teaching preschoolers with special needs and caring for someone with a disability as an excuse most of the time!! I also love to enjoy an adult beverage now and then. Lately it’s become more frequent!!😩!! I’ve unfortunately gained weight since starting and I’m extremely disappointed with myself. However when I decided to step on the scale this morning I had lost 2.6 pounds!! I just can’t wait to no longer see the 2 on the scale!!
I love being outdoors 🚴♀️’g, taking long walks and kayaking when the weather permits. I’m not a fan of going to the gym but do it when the weather is crummy!!
Thanks for taking the time to read all of this!!5 -
Good morning and happy April, everyone!
Thanks again @RavenStCloud for keeping this thread going month after month. We love you for it.
First, the monthly format:
Saturday weigh in days
Christina
35 years old
5'4"
SW: 220ish
Re-SW (Feb 2022): 200.4
UGW: 150
2024 goal weight: 165
SW 2024: 182.7
🌻 April Goals!🌻
🌻 April GW: 179
🟡April SW: 182.2
🟡Stick to weight loss calories 7! days! a week!
🟡Log everything in grams
🟡Do not deviate from the workout plan!
🟡Check in with this thread every. day.
I remarkably didn't gain much weight if any in Japan, through absolutely no tracking on my part.
I did walk absolutely everywhere, was very tired and sore every day, and ate just alllllll the fish and rice, and I think all that helped. We saw so many great things- Himeji castle, Fushimi Inari Taisha shrine to Inari, the goddess who brought rice down to Japan on a flying white fox, Todai-ji, the temple to the Buddha, the shrine at Nara where deer are sacred, so we fed some. They bow when they would like a cookie from you We went to Tokyo and Osaka and Kyoto, and of those, Kyoto was my favorite. Lots and lots of history there.
Below are some photos (and some of what I ate, lol- the convenience stores over there have amazing food, believe it or not, and there are convenience stores everywhere, so we alternated between very fancy meals and convenience store food, haha).In fact my first dinner in Japan was convenience food, haha. My food on the left- the soy eggs and onigiri- I ate so many onigiri, and they were all so good- I especially liked the ones with salt salmon inside.
The next day, we went to the imperial palace in tokyo and on a restaurant bus, which had several courses of amazing food
That night, we went to Osaka via the shinkansen (bullet train- it's so fast and convenient!), and went to sushi-ro, a local chain sushi conveyor belt place. Obligatory plate picture, haha. I'm still thinking about the shrimp cheese basil pesto mayo sushi I had there. I need to recreate it.
The next morning, we headed out for Himeji castle. Conbini (convenience store) breakfast, this combo slapped- the pork katsu sandwich and strawberry cream filled donut, yum:
We also went to Osaka castle, although we didn't go inside. That night, I got noodles and a mille crepe cake from the conbini, along with a can of rose called Hoegaarden, lol. The noodles were so good!
The next day, we went to Nara and Todai-ji, and fed the deer. I had a lot more pictures, must not have uploaded them. We also went to Arashiyama bamboo forest and fushimi inari taisha (the 10000 gates), of which none of my pictures did I upload yet, so mad at myself.
We ate at the conbini again, and I discovered a love for a royal milk tea frappe with biscuit bits in it, I had this frappe several times, and I want to recreate it so bad.
We checked into our ryokan, and the next morning before breakfast, we went to a famous spot for sakura- old railroad tracks. The ryokan breakfasts were absolutely bar none amazing. We also went to a 2 michelin star restaurant in gion, and it was incredible. We also went to Heian shrine and Kiyomizu-dera twice- once during the day, and once at night for the sakura illumination.
The next day, we went to Nijo castle, and it was raining, so we did a lot of our shopping for gifts. We had some incredible ramen and gyoza, and I got a lemon ramen they only make when it rains. We also caught our shinkansen back to tokyo, and dinner was combini again. That little cake was so light and fluffy and cute, and those onigiri- when I tell you they have a stranglehold on me. I have ordered an onigiri mold for myself, lol.
The next morning, we went to senso-ji before breakfast, to beat the crowds. The ryokan breakfast was again unparalleled, and afterward we went to shinjuku-gyoen park for a digestion walk, went to a ninja-themed restaurant for lunch (cheesy, and too expensive, but the food was good- that little frog guy is sweetened cream cheese around a strawberry on top of a brownie), did the last of our shopping, and used the onsen (a hot spring, but imagine more like a hot tub) in the ryokan. This was the view right outside the onsen.
Our last morning in Japan, we had one more great ryokan breakfast, went to Ueno park for the sakura, and sadly had to leave.
Yesterday, we were still recovering from jet lag, and I couldn't sleep past 1:30 in the morning, so I got up and made japanese side dishes:
Potato salad
Zucchini tempura
Squash
Marinated eggs
Red bean paste
Teriyaki spam
Chili cucumbers
Caramelized onions
Bacon sweet potatoes
Pickled parsnips
And for dinner I made salt salmon, so when my onigiri molds come tomorrow, I can recreate the food I liked so much in Japan. I also bought some side dish plates, because I loved eating a little of each side dish with rice. Great experience. I need to find a place to get a mille crepe cake around here, that was great.
Anyway! It's time for Operation Beach Body! I've only got a little over two months to get ready for our weeklong beach vacation. I know you all can help motivate me for that.
I have read all your posts, but this was a long one, so no tag party for me today, haha.
Have a great day, everyone!
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