Women 200lb+, Let's Stay Strong This September!!!

Jennifer - 53 years
Re-started 4/24/24 - 236.2
CW: 205.8
GW: 165 (may adjust when I get there)
Loss since 4/24/24 - 29 Pounds
5'3" Tall


Monday weigh in:
9/2 - 207.8
9/9 - 205.8
9/16 - 207.2
9/23 -
9/30 -
September loss - 0.6

The scale was not my friend this morning, but I know I did not eat poorly, and I know I put in the work at the gym. So, this should correct itself by next weigh in. My trainer told me that I am her first client that she has given at home work outs to that has been accountable. She would like to use me as her test subject to develop a series of at home work outs. She thinks that she will branch out into online coaching in the future and is trying to lay the groundwork. I am excited about being a part of this. I worked out 6 times this past week - 3 were strength training and 3 treadmill. Yesterday was a rest day. I prepped my lunches for the week as well.

Hope you all are doing fantastic!

@jenbroussard71 I am so impressed that you have been able to keep up with at-home workouts! I have never been able to do that, but it’s such an asset to have that discipline, and I so admire people who make the time and space in their homes to work out. That’s the kind of thing that will keep you active long-term. Bravo!

Dropped a little weight. I'm down to 182.5 now (from a high of 200). The struggle is real. There is so much candy at work and sometimes, when I'm frustrated, I feel like digging in. But I've been holding fast lately, after about two months' worth of intermittent overeating. I believe I will get down to 180 in time for Palm Springs, and I'm determined to reach 170 by New Year's Day. Non-scale victories? I lost an inch off my bust, an inch off my stomach, and a half inch off my hips. I see it more in my face, though. No clothing size changes yet. Getting out of plus sizes will be a big WIN for me.

Patience is so difficult. I got down to 175 last year, and if I can move past that I'd be ecstatic. I only weigh myself once a week, but I can't help fixating on the numbers.

I'm so thankful for these 200lb plus Ladies threads, especially since the newsfeed is gone. But hey, we got a club here going, which is great.

I have been missing for a couple months. I decided I need to be focused again. I started 2 weeks ago, had struggled a little last week. So I didnt weigh in last week.

Sept 9 -232.2
sept 13 -226.8

Starting weight: 219 lbs (6/10/24)
Ending weight: 207.2 lbs (8/31/24)
Total loss: -11.8lbs
Goal weight: 150-165lbs
Goal Body Fat: 20-25%

Goals for September: ✔
- Work 4 days/week ✔
- Walk 6k+ steps average/week ✔
- Log meals daily and accurately ✔
- Gym 3x/week ✔
- Drink more water and less sugar ✔
- Treat myself once/week with a self date ✔
- Weigh in at 202lbs at the end of the month (-5.2lbs)
- END OF YEAR GOAL: 190 lbs 😍

SEPTEMBER:
1st: 206.6 lbs
2nd: 207 lbs
3nd: 205 lbs
4th: 205.6 lbs
5th: 206.6 lbs
6th: 207.2 lbs
7th: 208.4 lbs
8th: 207.8 lbs
9th: 206.4 lbs
10th: 206.4 lbs
11th: 203.4 lbs (New low!)
12th: 203.8 lbs
13th: 206 lbs
14th: 204.4 lbs
15th: 206 lbs
16th: 206.6 lbs (Just goes to show you that weight fluctuates 😂)
17th: dnw
18th: 204.2 lbs (getting back on track)
19th: 203.6 lbs
20th: 204.2 lbs
21st: 205 lbs
22nd: 204.6 lbs
23rd: 204.5 lbs
24th: 204 lbs

Non weight Successes:
- Didn't let a 2 day setback "ruin" my progress, because this isn't all or nothing it's just better than yesterday!
- Got 10k steps 4x this week!
- PASSED MY EXAM! So I can move forward with a billion paperwork and fees and be licensed in my profession and made double what I do now!
- Filled out and turned in a bunch of paperwork in just 1 day, that normally would take me weeks to get sorted.
- Bought myself a new couch! My current one was secondhand, and I've had it for 5 years and it's slowly been falling apart so I really need a new one.
- Got a drastically different haircut and it looks SO CUTE, so now I'm feeling really confident and happy 😊

I've just been in another plateau pocket for a few weeks now, but I honestly don't mind. I'm still improving at the gym, lifting heavier and doing better each time so I know there are still changes going on whether or not it shows on the scale. I've also experienced enough whooshes now, I'm confident I'm in for another one shortly as long as I stay on track most days!

It's been a really fun time going on this journey together, and even if I don't comment on other people's journeys I DO look forward to reading everyone's updates each day. Good luck with the rest of the week!

Hi all, I am enjoying reading everyone's comments.

tahitig-Thank you for the sweet compliment. I really appreciate it.

I've been refocusing to get my blood sugar levels 100-110 for most meals. I need to get my A1C in the 6's. It is much harder than I thought.

I gave away my box of Little Debbie cakes and my box of portioned cookies. Then, I've been really been cutting carbs. Apparently too many, it set me up a sugar binge. Errrrg! What is frustrating is I'll do great for a set period of time, and my body is like..."I've had enough of this!" I am embarrassed, yet this is the truth. I refuse to beat myself up about it. I have to focus on getting the next meal right. It usually takes 2 days to see the results on the scale.

I have my relapse prevention therapist appointment tomorrow; it will be discussed. I know the sugar is damaging my kidneys. Sometimes the intellect goes out the window with a lack of sleep. I've been more stressed lately to produce real results. Truth, I want to go back to something more restrictive, yet I don't, so I won't binge. I see my PCP next month and would like to lose another 10 lbs.

I am going to physical therapy recently for my bilateral hip bursitis and left osteoarthritis in my left hip. Rebuilding my Gluteus Medius is not fun. The fatigue afterwards is dreadful. I sleep 3-4 hours afterwards! Sure, I try my hardest to improve. This is new development, and I have never done that before. SMH. I'm not sure if that is from the long-term Covid or the Heart Failure.

On a good note, I saw my cardiologist Nurse Practitioner at 8 am this morning. I woke up at 4 am, because I was afraid I would sleep in. I was there on time, despite the pouring rain.

I ate a rare red pepper egg bites and ordered my favorite Venti Dragon Mangofruit drink with water. It was a treat and tasted divine. For fat, I had 12 almonds. My lack of sleep made me crave more sugar. I faltered today. Not getting enough sleep is not an excuse. I do have not great days sometimes too.

My PCP tried to get me on Monjaro, yet my insurance carrier won't cover it. So he is applying for Ozempic. Honestly, I am on the fence about it. I am probably the only person in America that does not really want to take it. I don't want to have my Binge Eating Disorder really come back after I go off of it. I don't like the thoughts of relying on the pill to do the work for me. At the same time, I want to get down to 6 A1C as soon as possible. I'm not sure if it will be a trigger or not. This is a concern for my ED therapist too. I worry about all the unpleasant side effects. Every body reacts differently to it.

I've heard it stops the food noise in your head,,,you are not hungry. That is what I want it most for...I decided to pursue it--I am scared though. I will keep you posted.

I sincerely want to recover. Some days are easy and others I have to fight tooth and nail. I have 4 therapists, and will be getting rid of my primary one. My ED therapist, Relapse Prevention Therapist, and Family Therapist. I have to get to the root of my trauma. I will be relieved when this is all over. It is way more detailed than I ever thought. I have 2 support groups and will have an ED mentor for 6 months. Sometimes this is too much, but I know myself too well. I think this set-up will give me the greatest chance of success. My ED voice usually pounces on me when I am feeling vulnerable. It is a slick, destructive voice than guides me down the wrong path. Over time is has definitely gotten weaker. It quietly waits for me to get tired.

Overall, I am pleased with my results this month. I made an emergency binge box. I have my coping skills in it. I need to pick one coping skill and take only 1 portioned size bag of trail mix and chocolate covered pretzels. I calculated the calories, I have Powerade zero for when I want to drink pop. For now, this is what works. I don't think sugar is the villain. I just know I can't handle much of it.

My nutritionist suggested putting cinnamon over thin apple slices. This was delicious.

Keep on keeping on everyone.

Good morning everyone!

I realize I'm at the very end of this month, haha, but I wanted to check in to set intentions for next month.

First, the deets:
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

September SW 9/1: 183.9 (average)
9/28: 183.5 (average)

This doesn't look spectacular, but it was a struggle. The bright purple is the average weight, the less bright ones are the actual weights.



I've been tracking weight/calories/sleep/steps in my planner for the last few months, and I've got the goods, here they are:





July makes me sad with those blanks, so doing this has helped me to be more completionist with all of my data, which has helped with my destructive tendency not to log extra bad days.

October is ready, and so am I!


See y'all bright and early next month!

Keri
71 years old

Challenge Starting Weight: 260, Pre-retirement weight 262
Challenge September starting weight: 254.1
UGW: 167 (healthy weight for a senior woman my height)
5'6" Tall

I do check-ins when I lose:
8/1: 254.8
8/28: 252.2 I met my August goal to be in the low 250s
9/3: 254 I am just doing my usual weight variation.
9/5: 253.2
9/6: 252.2 back down to my low and ready to go for my goal.
9/12: 251.8
9/13: 250.8
9/30: 249.6 finally I just met my goal of getting into the 240s
Weight loss since retiring almost 13 lbs.
September Goals:
• September GW: Get into the 240s – just barely did it and barely on time but I did it!
• Keep my water intake up – doing pretty well
• Keep getting 7+ hours of sleep – doing this and am trying to get 8 hours when I can
• Meal plan and cook 3+ dinners (my husband and youngest will cook some dinners too)- We are doing okay with this. I find I often don’t have to make that many dinners with leftovers and help from my youngest and husband. Not going out or taking out too much.
• Eat healthy breakfasts (only 1 day a week at a café with Latte etc.)Yes.
• 30 minutes of exercise 5-6 days a week plus1 day of aquafit (50-55 minutes), I have been doing this.
• Up NEAT (non exercise activity) daily such as cooking and cleaning etc. – Not doing as well with this after we had a series of parties I have done less cleaning..
• Finish reading Outlive Yes. This is a great book because he has researched the science related to health and diseases and links metabolic dysfunction. Basically the best thing for our health is exercise. Sleep and nutrition are on the list. I want to know more about specific nutrients needed but he shows the science behind some of the good and bad information out there.

I am settling down to 1 day of Aquafit, walks on other days with one rest day. I have started to do Classical Stretch (Eccentrics) which is an exercise program where you flow into each movement somewhat like Tai Chi. It is stretching, body weight training and cardio all together. I plan to do this 1-2 times a week. It is hard for me now to get through a whole session but that means I hit my V02 max which is what is one of the exercise recommendations in Outlive to do some cardio at this level at least one time a week. Along with other recommendations.

After I did my check in I got caught up on your posts.
@GardenQueen congrats on crossing the 10 lbs lost threshold since early July! I am working on 15 lbs loss too. Wow I am impressed in all you are doing. I want to be able to have a vegetable garden now that I am retired. Have you looked into the health benefit of V02Max level cardio? It is 1 notch down from HIIT. The book I finished (Outlive) goes into the science behind it and HIIT cardio and their relationship to health and longevity. It is an intensity level that you can sustain for a few minutes (4). I am so out of shape it doesn’t take me much to get to that level.
@lisakatz2 thanks for the link to the crustless pumpkin pie recipe. I love pumpkin pie too. Nice job losing inches. I finally updated my measurements that were on here from before so I can track this.
@mmatcha_latte Yay for NSVs
@myrabrand1 When my son graduated from law school with a job lined up he asked me what was something I always wanted to do and I said go on a cruise. A few years later he did send me on a cruise. I loved it. Glad you had a good summer. I hope you have a wonderful fall. Sleep is so important.
@jenbroussard71 Great dedication.
@tahitig Nice progress.
@quolwy I fluctuated all month but kept losing the same pounds until I finally lost that final pound today that meant I met my monthly goal. I really have lost more than 1 pound this month but I also gained pounds too. Some pounds are easier to lose than others. I am not always able to do better than yesterday but I am able to make progress over time especially if I take into consideration all the self care not just losing pounds. Congratulations on passing your exam and getting the paper work turned in! I need a new couch too. I love ours but we have had it for decades and it is hard to get out of.
@SirOnionKnight I really identify with having a hard time getting exercise when you are busy at work. That was me before I retired. I fluctuate a lot and have learned to know it will come back down if you just have determination. I have an excel sheet where I track more than just my lbs lost. Steps, TDEE, BMR, calories, minutes of exercise etc. I am focusing on health and losing weight for me is a big factor but exercise is really important too. Before I retired I had a really hard time exercising and planning meals. These are actually my focus now but that is because when I focus on that I lose weight. I always struggled when working full time.
@kristinwoods919 I had more than 1 bad week. But you have kept it up and made great progress.
@AG_Lake Nice to see you check in.