Fourth of July Lose 10% of Your Body Weigth Challenge Discussion
05-02-2011, 04:39 AM
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Well, the month of April did not amount to much of a loss for me--after the initial 5 pound week, the scale bounced around, then I went to camp for a week and didn't dare to weigh in for a week after. When all was said and done, I ended April with that same 5 pound loss.
Now, I've been expecting a plateau and this is probably it. I feel great and have extended my jogging to almost a full two miles. I've also noticed my clothes loosening up some more so who knows.
I am going to watch my portions a bit closer for a while--I notice I tend to get a little lax with the scale and measuring cup after a while and that might be making a difference.
I am committed to getting this 54 pounds off by the end of summer and kiss the "200s" goodbye forever.
Have a great week everyone!
Regards,
Michael
Now, I've been expecting a plateau and this is probably it. I feel great and have extended my jogging to almost a full two miles. I've also noticed my clothes loosening up some more so who knows.
I am going to watch my portions a bit closer for a while--I notice I tend to get a little lax with the scale and measuring cup after a while and that might be making a difference.
I am committed to getting this 54 pounds off by the end of summer and kiss the "200s" goodbye forever.
Have a great week everyone!
Regards,
Michael
05-03-2011, 03:56 AM
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Hello all!
Congrats on the losses and for the determination to keep losing!
I have managed one pound per week losses which I cannot complain about but I realize that in order to make the goal I have to step it up just a bit these next two months.
See you around!
Congrats on the losses and for the determination to keep losing!
I have managed one pound per week losses which I cannot complain about but I realize that in order to make the goal I have to step it up just a bit these next two months.
See you around!
05-05-2011, 04:31 AM
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It is my first day back on forums and in the system for many months which means that I have been hiding from the reality of monitoring my portions and holding myself accountable. I had such good success when I was in the FitDay trackers, journal and forum so I came back. I am excited to see this challenge. I have not weighed in some time (another way I hide from reality 
) but I hope I will have 16-17 lbs to lose before July 4th.
) but I hope I will have 16-17 lbs to lose before July 4th.
05-06-2011, 12:30 AM
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A Third of the Way!
Hey gang, we're about a third of the way done! Still time to get things in gear if you've been idling a bit (like me) or if you've just joined the Challenge.
Let's not let the nice spring weather distract us too much--just think how much nicer the summer will be with that 10% gone!
Regards,
Michael
Let's not let the nice spring weather distract us too much--just think how much nicer the summer will be with that 10% gone!
Regards,
Michael
05-06-2011, 12:58 AM
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I'm still here. I just have not posted my weight as I don't want to post it till I'mm back to 174. I should never have posted after 3 days of the flu! April was a bust for me too. I'm starting low carb today for the month of May to try to lose the pounds that should have gone in April. I did lose an inch on my waist and my clothes are looser so it's just a matte rof time till I post another loss. Keep up the good work. Mary
05-06-2011, 01:05 AM
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I'm still here. I just have not posted my weight as I don't want to post it till I'mm back to 174. I should never have posted after 3 days of the flu! April was a bust for me too. I'm starting low carb today for the month of May to try to lose the pounds that should have gone in April. I did lose an inch on my waist and my clothes are looser so it's just a matte rof time till I post another loss. Keep up the good work. Mary
Isn't it odd about losing inches w/o a weight loss--I was noticing that a bit, too, before the scale moved again. I'm not sure how that happens, but it does.
I bet cutting the carbs will net you some results--looking forward to seeing you post a loss!
Regards,
Michael
05-06-2011, 08:22 AM
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I have been MIA! Just busy, but still low carbing and controlling portions. Calories do matter even on a low carb diet. I am happy that I am progressing and not stalled. That is all that matters right now. Well, off to do some gardening.
BTW, good job DancingBear!
BTW, good job DancingBear!
05-07-2011, 02:27 PM
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05-08-2011, 08:04 AM
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This was a tough week for me, I somehow strained my knee last weekend so could not do more than very little than normal, except spent lots of time icing my knee, then celebrated my parents anniversary with a dinner out (actually took part of my meal home for dinner the next night).
.. I am actually surprised I didn't gain - but I didn't lose either (weight anyways) I did somehow manage to lose a half inch around my waist
but I will take a loss in any way. I have actually started to look in my smaller clothes pile, such a great feeling 
.. I am actually surprised I didn't gain - but I didn't lose either (weight anyways) I did somehow manage to lose a half inch around my waist
but I will take a loss in any way. I have actually started to look in my smaller clothes pile, such a great feeling
05-13-2011, 01:05 AM
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217.5 Challenge Pounds Lost So Far!
Just did a quick addition--we've collectively lost 217.5 pounds thus far and we've still got six plus weeks to go--great job!
For those doing good, keep it up--for those (like me) who have slowed up a bit, get it in gear! I'm still confident I can make the 10% but the 225 goal is slipping away (I knew it was optimistic, anyway, but I like to aim high).
Regards,
Michael
For those doing good, keep it up--for those (like me) who have slowed up a bit, get it in gear! I'm still confident I can make the 10% but the 225 goal is slipping away (I knew it was optimistic, anyway, but I like to aim high).
Regards,
Michael
