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

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!

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 :o) but I hope I will have 16-17 lbs to lose before July 4th.

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

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

Mary, I don't blame you at all--I won't post a gain, either (nor do I put them in my weight graph--all it does is tick me off and I know it's only temporary).

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

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!:p

Thanks, you are doing very well yourself. We have lost almost the same amount of weight in this challenge despite the fact that you gave me a 3 or 4 week headstart.
Keep up the good work.

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 :confused: but I will take a loss in any way. I have actually started to look in my smaller clothes pile, such a great feeling :D

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