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Saturday May 23 weigh in May SW: 317 May 9: 311.6 Last week, May 16: 304.4 This week, May 22: 304.6 That weigh in is deceptive. I fluctuated from a low of 303 something to a high of 308 this week. Lots of tasty meals, pizza last night, some snacks. But I also know the previous two weeks I was on a pretty precipitous weight…

Yep my body is a temple with too many rolls as well! Planks are a type of exercise when you go into push-up position but you hold it at the top. I do several modified versions like resting on my elbows and forearms instead of hands, or knees instead of feet. Or on my side. I basically just count each position together and…

Thanks @VeggieMeg71 and @angeloup50 for the warm welcome. I’ll be honest I’m pretty hungry today and the pretzels and chips are calling my name. But... I’m so close to hitting the 200s. I’m at 303.8 this morning and was dreaming that I might make it by next week. We’ll see!

Way to go! You’re so close to the 100 minute mark. Next time up it to 110? 🤯 Also I hate to be the one to tell you so late in the month, but unless you’re working on a different calendar than me, it’s the 5th month, not the 4th.

Ha! I feel you (and your family!). I just had this delicious flatbread with beans (we used mashed white beans instead of garbanzo beans): https://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/falafel-spiced-tomatoes-and-chickpeas-on-flatbread-56389870 Although it was so tasty I had to eat multiple flatbreads so beware! My update…

Goal: 60 minutes May 19: 3.5 minutes mixed planks Total: 44.5 minutes

Hi there! I’m in the high BMI category too. I have a similar problem of spending a few months working on my weight and fitness, then stopping for whatever reason. This is the first time for me that I’ve really tried engaging in the community and so far it’s been helpful making connections with other people who are also…

You can do it! It helps to think about your plan in the big picture but also to have little goals and benchmarks along the way. If one week later you usually hit a limit, then how about making a two week goal? Number of minutes walked? Or number of days consecutively that you log in to MFP? Pick something meaningful to you…

May 5: 312 May 12: 310.4 May 19: 306 Moving along. I had to take a break from walking for a few days because my hamstring was a bit tight. But got back on it yesterday and I seem to be making progress. Can’t wait to hit the 200s!

No worries! I’m happy to give encouragement as I know that’s helpful for me too. Since I’m not qualified to give medical or dietary advice the best I can say is what works for me, which is eating carefully and sometimes going to bed a little hungry. If I’m tracking calories and working out even just a little then that…

@Mithridites you’re welcome! I know it works better for me when I have a clear plan. But honestly I’m still at the start of my journey so I’m probably not the best one to give advice about what works. I’ll be here for encouragement though! I’m doing my weekly updates here on Tuesday, just to keep it simple for me.

Don’t give up! We’ll help you find something that works. Have you tried any sort of dense but low calorie options? Like oatmeal (with sugar and cinnamon for me—can’t stand bland food) or a big salad with a protein on top (and dressing, because as far as I’m concerned lettuce can go eat itself if it doesn’t have something…

Thanks! I’m not sure positive attitude counts much for me, as I had a very positive attitude all through gaining the 100+ pounds on the way up. But for me a good attitude mixed with hard work... now that’s the ticket! Way to go! Welcome! Sorry to hear about the lost relationship, but you’re absolutely on the right track to…

Yeah I know I should. It’s annoying because it’s not a bad injury. Honestly it may just be a cramp. But not being used to walking for exercise it does hurt more than it probably should. Also annoying because I was on a roll! So yeah I’ll take the win on weight loss and keep doing my planks and we’ll see how this silly…

I think I strained my hamstring just now on a walk. Maybe it was the 30 seconds I jogged 😒 I probably won’t be able to make my 3 miles a day goal this week unless it’s feeling better in a few days. I’ll have to adjust my routine to eat a little less and/or add some other workout to compensate.

I totally agree! The first day I started I realized I could only do short increments, so I’ve been doing 20 to 45 seconds per plank to get the total time I want to reach my goal. Check the “spoiler” below to see my usual pattern. I sometimes add an extra side plank set or if I just want to rack up easier minutes then I do…

Saturday May 16 weigh in May SW: 317 Last week, May 9: 311.6 This week, May 16: 304.4!! Happy to say things are continuing to progress. There is a part of me that doesn’t want to celebrate until I dip below my previous low in the last few years, which was 296. But, I guess I should just take the win and move on. After all…

Well done! I can’t wait to hit that “no longer obese” category. That’s the dream!

Welcome! Good luck, and we’re here to support and encourage you! I’ve only just started (re-started?) my goal of losing weight and the last two weeks have reminded me that yes if I apply myself and actually move more (little bit of walking and a plank challenge) and eat less (facilitated by actually tracking calories in…

Goal: 60 minutes May 15: 3.5 minutes mixed planks Total: 37.5 minutes

Nice to meet you! Looking forward to seeing your plan. I know I’ve had to rip myself off the couch to go walking which has helped a lot. In that vein, here’s my semi-daily update. I just finished today’s 3 miles of walking! That makes 5/5 for the last week. Tomorrow is my weigh in day and I’m looking forward to seeing the…

Goal: 60 minutes May 14: 3 minutes mixed planks Total: 34 minutes

Good day team! It’s encouraging to see both the progress and struggles everyone has shared this week. Thanks! My update is that I’ve recovered from the weekend indulgences and the weight is down a bit over the last few days. It was really encouraging to see a number below 310 this morning for the first time in a while.…

Goal: 60 minutes May 12: 3 minutes mixed planks Total: 31 minutes

Thanks for the welcome ladycop! I’m happy to be on this journey. I get so distracted with life sometimes that I pretend not to notice when I’m gaining weight and losing fitness. The last week and a half have been a good start to getting back on track for me. May 5: 312 May 12: 310.4 (Also starting doing planks every day…

I went a bit over yesterday on calories, but got back on track today. I’ve also been continuing the planking. I’m up to 28 total minutes of planks for the month! My goal is 60. I’ve also completed 2 days of 3 mile walks this so far since Saturday. My goal is 5 for the week. Today I could t because it rained on and off.…

Goal: 60 minutes May 11: 3 minutes mixed planks Total: 28 minutes

Sounds like lots of us have a good plan and are on track! Keep it up guys! If you are struggling, or have struggled in the past, I’m really interested in hearing your details too. I know I’ve had major plateaus or weight gains myself, so I’m curious to know your tips for what to do when that happens. For today I’m happy to…

Goal: 60 minutes May 10: 3 minutes mixed planks Total: 25 minutes (edit: total corrected) If anyone is wondering, my mixed planks usually look something like this now that I’ve settled into a routine: 45 seconds of elbow planks 20 seconds side plank right side 20 seconds side plank left side 35 seconds raised planks 35…