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Love Your Health: February 2025 Challenge
baconslave
Posts: 7,038 Member
Let's show some love to ourselves by selecting a goal that is going to further your health in some way, whether it be physical health or even mental health.
Since we are ever a Roll Your Own group, this challenge is for all levels: weightloss or maintenance!
You could keep trying to get some pesky weight off.
Or make sure your electrolyte levels are better.
Or commit to more exercise.
Or decide to forgo a bad habit you KNOW is hampering your health from being what it could.
Or start a good habit you've been putting off.
Or simply continue to focus on whatever health-conscious New Year's Resolution you made for last month.
And of course, hit dem Basics!
The Basics? Glad you asked
Planning ahead!!!
Staying under carbs
Staying under calories
Logging and measuring
Getting in exercise/movement if that's one of your goals
Keeping an eye on electrolyte levels
Getting enough water
Planning ahead!!! Oh, wait. I said that already? Yes, I frickin' did. Because you must! "Failing to plan is planning to fail."
Love your health by "sprinting," (focusing hard and giving your all) for the whole month. It's only 28 days.
You've got this!
Since we are ever a Roll Your Own group, this challenge is for all levels: weightloss or maintenance!
You could keep trying to get some pesky weight off.
Or make sure your electrolyte levels are better.
Or commit to more exercise.
Or decide to forgo a bad habit you KNOW is hampering your health from being what it could.
Or start a good habit you've been putting off.
Or simply continue to focus on whatever health-conscious New Year's Resolution you made for last month.
And of course, hit dem Basics!
The Basics? Glad you asked
Planning ahead!!!
Staying under carbs
Staying under calories
Logging and measuring
Getting in exercise/movement if that's one of your goals
Keeping an eye on electrolyte levels
Getting enough water
Planning ahead!!! Oh, wait. I said that already? Yes, I frickin' did. Because you must! "Failing to plan is planning to fail."
Love your health by "sprinting," (focusing hard and giving your all) for the whole month. It's only 28 days.You've got this!
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Have my results for the month of January (started on the first).
Start weight: 195.8 Now 178.4
Measurements:
Neck 14.2 to 13.2
Chest 42.9 to 40.2
Arm 13.4 to 12.6
Waist 36.1 to 34
Stomach 42.5 to 39.6
Butt 44.1 to 41.7
Thigh 25 to 23.7
Calf 15.8 to 155 -
Losingweightforgood2019 wrote: »Have my results for the month of January (started on the first).
Start weight: 195.8 Now 178.4
Measurements:
Neck 14.2 to 13.2
Chest 42.9 to 40.2
Arm 13.4 to 12.6
Waist 36.1 to 34
Stomach 42.5 to 39.6
Butt 44.1 to 41.7
Thigh 25 to 23.7
Calf 15.8 to 15
Those are fantastic results! Way to go!2 -
Planning ahead!!! I need to do that today by grocery shopping and then meal planning. Running low on some essentials.
Staying under carbs: did yesterday!
Staying under calories: Went a little over yesterday but I was really hungry after dinner. I'm less concerned about staying strictly under calories as staying under carbs total.
Logging and measuring: done.
Getting in exercise/movement if that's one of your goals: yesterday was a rest day but still did 10 mins light exercise.
Keeping an eye on electrolyte levels: done
Getting enough water: done
So far I'm down 2.8 lbs since my reboot on Jan 25. I'll take it!
This week may be challenging because on Tuesday my husband and I are driving four hours each way to consult with a specialist, and then I'm going away on a retreat with friends Thurs-Sun. I'll try to stay on track as much as possible. Traveling tends to throw me off.
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I've been MIA for a while now and realize I need to get back to being accountable. I adopted two puppies in November and that has taken all my time, sleep, etc so convenience in eating has taken over and exercise has dropped significantly. I recently listened to a podcast where the speaker recommended one tweak a week. I liked the concept and think I'll try it out this month. So, for the first week, I'm going to prioritize protein. I want to focus on recomposition and losing fat but am not as concerned on the weight front. I'll be aiming for 120 g of protein a day. Next week I'll build on this goal and add another tweak. Glad to be back!4
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I hit 10lbs lost!! Whoo hoo!
Weighed in at 185 yesterday.
Just keeping on keeping on.4 -
I've been MIA for a while now and realize I need to get back to being accountable. I adopted two puppies in November and that has taken all my time, sleep, etc so convenience in eating has taken over and exercise has dropped significantly. I recently listened to a podcast where the speaker recommended one tweak a week. I liked the concept and think I'll try it out this month. So, for the first week, I'm going to prioritize protein. I want to focus on recomposition and losing fat but am not as concerned on the weight front. I'll be aiming for 120 g of protein a day. Next week I'll build on this goal and add another tweak. Glad to be back!
We got 2 pups around the same time!!!
Our 12 1/2 yo furbaby passed away in october. I swore no more. I was so heartbroken. A week later i see these cute little pups on my feed and 1 with big green eyes just made me fall in love. Then 2 weeks later the same lady posted that she had 1 left she was going to take to the pound. My husband said...tell her were on our way.
Its an adventure for sure. But they learned pretty quick. 6 months old now and just rambunctious little scalawags.2 -
My Feb goal is to get back to low carb high protein lifestyle. I went on a comfort food bender for about six months. I stayed much the same weight as I was still quite active but January was hard. The dead of winter and being sick had me properly depressed. So here I am taking charge and turning it around.
Feb SW 173
Feb GW 170
Today's weight 172.5
I'm getting in plenty of water but I know I need to improve my electrolytes.
Protein is good most days but breakfast could use a boost.
Putting daily movement on my work calendar to keep me on goal.
Nice to see more folks back here
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This has been a crazy week. Spent Sunday in the ER with one of our twins for an allergic reaction. Yesterday was the specialist appointment with 9 hours of travel round trip. Whew. Amazingly I have been staying on track though and am down 4.8 lbs in the past 10 days. I'll take it!! I also took the time to do full measurements this morning.
Staying under carbs: Yes
Staying under calories: Yes
Logging and measuring: Done
Getting in exercise/movement if that's one of your goals: Yes
Keeping an eye on electrolyte levels:
Getting enough water: done1 -
Oh, and this is the first time in several years that I feel like I've been able to get back into that groove where my hunger/fullness cues are intact and the cravings/constantly feeling hungry are gone. Hopefully it lasts! It makes it SO much easier to stick with a plan!1
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Feb SW 173
Feb GW 170
Today's weight 171.5
This week I finished off the batch of keto muffins. I also started putting protein powder back in my coffee. I need to bake another breakfast item that's easy to grab and go.1 -
Work has been busy so I haven’t checked in. All week I’ve prioritized eating protein before anything else and stayed close to my target of 120g per day. Some days were over and a couple just slightly under. For the most part carbs were ok but that wasn’t my tweak for the week. Maybe Monday that will be the next item to watch.2
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SW: 195
LW: 185
CW: 184.4 - .6
Probably still eating too much. I also dont sleep well but there isnt much i can do about that.
Consistently in ketosis per my meter. So i know it isnt too many carbs. But im also not doing great getting enough electrolytes and water. Something to think about.
Added in a bit of excersize. Did 10 floors of stairs up and down. 1 day. This week I will make it 2 days. Just trying not to burn out by doing too much to quickly.
Staying keto today but will.ljkely over indulge on super bowl fare. We have slow roasted naked wings in homemade buffalo sauce. Chili cheese dip with chili limon pork rinds and shrimp cocktail minus the cocktail sauce for me. Also a veggie tray.
Go Chiefs!
Hope you all had a great weekend and a productive week going forward.2 -
Work has been busy so I haven’t checked in. All week I’ve prioritized eating protein before anything else and stayed close to my target of 120g per day. Some days were over and a couple just slightly under. For the most part carbs were ok but that wasn’t my tweak for the week. Maybe Monday that will be the next item to watch.
That protein piece is so important. Especially the older we get. Good job!0 -
Feb SW 173
Feb GW 170
Today's weight 172
Was down .5 on Friday but went to a Choc & Wine fest Sat, had pizza yesterday for dinner. At least I got in some movement clearing the driveway and bowling. Back to my normal strength at lunch and yoga before dinner tonight. Made a batch of protein waffles yesterday, enough for breakfast for 3 days this week.2 -
Let’s just say the weekend was a flex for me and leave it at that. Besides the first week of this month focusing on protein, now I would like to cut back on added sugars this week as my tweak. I hit protein goals yesterday but ate some Oreos late so that is something I need to watch out for. Totally wasn’t hungry but they were there…have a good week everyone!1
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Yesterday was good on keeping sugar low, but I missed on protein. I thought I had done okay there but was short by about 50g so maybe I need to think about breakfast or a snack to squeeze in more. I have felt a bit out of control with food lately which I think is a direct result of stress and poor sleep. Sounds like I have opportunity for upcoming tweaks of the week!1
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Let’s just say the weekend was a flex for me and leave it at that. Besides the first week of this month focusing on protein, now I would like to cut back on added sugars this week as my tweak. I hit protein goals yesterday but ate some Oreos late so that is something I need to watch out for. Totally wasn’t hungry but they were there…have a good week everyone!
Hi! I’d love to join you. Yes same….. I need to keep carbs lower. The mental push is hard to overcome.
I know how to keep protein high.
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Greek plain yogurt . Raspberries and chia seeds. Pink food coloring and swerve sweetener. High protein. Higher fiber. And sweet.
The issue is …. I enjoy chocolate .2 -
@SherryRueter toss a teaspoon of Ghirardelli baking cocoa in there for your chocolate fix!
When I don't have a lot of time in the morning, I mix up unflavored collagen peptides, vanilla whey protein, coconut oil and the cocoa to add to my coffee. I have a little milk frother next to the coffee pot that blends each cup perfectly.
I ran out of my keto protein waffles so will have that today. Leftover salad for lunch and chicken thighs for dinner. MUST fit in a workout today, I'm so out of my routine.2 -
@Tishsmith101 - I'll try that later today!
workout: Legs (6a-7a) then off to work.
I'm meeting my daughter at 11am to go on a walk during her lunch break. Its only in the mid 30's brrrrr this will be cold.
Breakfast, mixed up a shake then heated it slightly. Peanutbutter, coffee, chocolate ISO whey, cocnut oil. swerve. Was SOOO good.
Lunch: Greek Yogurt, chia seeds, swerve, couple apple slices. Salad greens, Olive oil, chicken. (out of nuts at home, so using my oils.)
Dinner - hoping Hamburger with cheese and some sweetpotato with salad and oil.
Also made a Peanut butter/coconut oil snack should I want a treat this afternoon.3 -
SW (1/25/25): 198.8
CW: 193.4
Planning ahead: Done! I've been keeping good groceries stocked, which is KEY.
Staying under carbs: I had a couple days that I was a little over goal, but today I was well under.
Staying under calories: Done.
Logging and measuring: Logging, yes. Haven't been measuring precisely but will start if my weight loss slows down.
Getting in exercise/movement if that's one of your goals: Yes!
Keeping an eye on electrolyte levels: Yes.
Getting enough water: Always.
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tishsmith101 wrote: »@SherryRueter toss a teaspoon of Ghirardelli baking cocoa in there for your chocolate fix!
When I don't have a lot of time in the morning, I mix up unflavored collagen peptides, vanilla whey protein, coconut oil and the cocoa to add to my coffee. I have a little milk frother next to the coffee pot that blends each cup perfectly.
I ran out of my keto protein waffles so will have that today. Leftover salad for lunch and chicken thighs for dinner. MUST fit in a workout today, I'm so out of my routine.
I am definitely trying that coffee!
Do you make your own keto protein waffles? I'd love a recipe or brand rec if you're game to share!1 -
@Macchiatto.
I put a little shredded cheese down on the hot mini pan (I can’t find my mini waffle maker at the moment, so I used my mini cast iron pan).. Then I a bowl scrambled one egg and added 1Tbsp of plain Greek yogurt to it. Blended that up and put 1/2 down on the cheese. Cooked it /flipped it (which some stuck a touch but using a metal spatula it was easier). This made 2.1 -
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Apprehensive about today…. Gonna label it as “ I’m excited to change things up in my nutrition!!!!” Because the old ways were not working for me.
Today tasks:
Plan todays meals ✅
Goal today 🥅:
Get in enough fiber
Staying under calories
Logging ✅
measuring: Haven't been measuring precisely but will start
Since that is important
Getting in exercise/movement: ✅ strength and cardio and core and Dancing tonight!!
Keeping an eye on electrolyte levels: 🙄 added to my list . (Need to drink more!)
Getting enough water: Always.
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@macchiatto
This is a double recipe and makes 9 mini waffles in my Dash waffle maker.
2 Scoops whey protein (I use vanilla)
2 whole eggs
6 Tbsp plain greek yogurt
1/4 tsp salt
They reheat nicely in the toaster. I need to triple it next time to have enough for the whole week.2 -
Thanks for the recipe.
Maybe its because its valentines day, but I am NOT feeling this today. Mentally telling my self that "yes, keep going. Its worth it".
The struggle is met by being proud later on, instead of guilty and ashamed later on.
keep going. keep going.
Keep swimming. Just keep swimming.
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Thanks so much for the waffle recipes! I'll have to try those!1
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SW: 195
LW: 184.4
CW: 183 -1.4
Happy Sunday all.
I did my 2 days of 10 flights of stairs this past week. I will do it again this week and maybe add a 3rd. The first time i got to my goal weigh back in 2018 i did keto and 10 flights of stairs every day at work. But im in a different position now and it a little harder to break away from work and do them. There is much more accountability with my current position and strict deadlines. ( i love it more though. Id never go back) I may have to get creative. Possibly splittling it up throughout the day rather than all at once? We will see.
Have a wonderful week everyone!2 -
My last few days have been fine with hitting protein goals and staying away from added sugars. I have had a few diet sodas which make me feel awful, so I want to get away from those again. This coming week, my added tweak will be focusing on good sleep. I’ve had a stretch of not great sleep so improving rest and recovery should help.1
