Weightloss Challenge #16 - Memorial Day 2007

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Memorial Day 2007 Weight Loss Challenge
Sunday, April 1 - Saturday, May 26
8 weeks

http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e144/ellidew/memorialday.jpg (http://holiday-clipart.net)

Your moderators for this thread are ellidew and Reenie!

Who we are:

We are a group of women who for 1 reason or another want to shed a few (or more) lbs. We need the encouragement of others no matter their size or goal and we thrive in an atmosphere where we can all support one another.

Want to join the fun?!?

We welcome one and all. It doesn’t matter what diet you are on (if any) or how many miles a week you run (if any) we will all find lots of help and support here.

Feel free to join at any time during the challenge.
It’s better to join NOW than to wait until we start a new challenge!

You don’t have to read the whole thread to join. Feel free to just jump in on the last page and post a reply with the following information. None of this info is a must but it helps to learn a little bit about each other.

Me: name/age
DH: name/age
Married since:
Dieting since:
Dieting Program: if any
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight:
Final Weight Date Challenge:
Challenge Weight Loss Goal:
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: (Challenge #)
Known issues:
Height:
Current Weight:

Note to Members:

Please check in at least once a week with an update on weight change and/or current weight.

*Our week will run Sunday-Saturday.
*Your current weight is the weight you started the challenge no matter the week.
*The weeks you were not here will be SKIPped.
*Week 1 weigh in will begin the date listed below:
*You may weigh in any day of the week you choose.

Week 1: Sunday April 1 - Saturday April 7
Week 2: Sunday April 8 - Saturday April 14
Week 3: Sunday April 15 - Saturday April 21
Week 4: Sunday April 22 - Saturday April 28
Week 5: Sunday April 29 - Saturday May 5
Week 6: Sunday May 6 - Saturday May 12
Week 7: Sunday May 13 - Saturday May 19
Week 8: Sunday May 20 - Saturday May 26

A new challenge will be created at the end of the active challenge! A link to the new thread will be placed at the end of each challenge once it is completed.

PLEASE post all updates in RED and include the week you are checking in for so your updates are easier to see and to assure we don't miss any of them! Thanks!

If you are a member of the existing challenge your information will automatically be moved forward to the new challenge. If you would like to change any of your information please post an update in RED. Please also post your final weight from the previous challenge once you have made your final weigh in.

If you do not weigh in within the first 2 weeks your profile information will be removed. If you wish to rejoin simply repost your profile.

Hope to see everyone throughout the challenges!

2005
Weight Loss Challenge #2 - Halloween (http://www.constantchatter.com/forum/showthread.php?t=6236)
Weight Loss Challenge #3 - Thanksgiving (http://www.constantchatter.com/forum/showthread.php?t=8878)
Weight Loss Challenge #4 - New Years (http://www.constantchatter.com/forum/showthread.php?t=11108)

2006
Weight Loss Challenge #5 - Valentines Day (http://www.constantchatter.com/forum/showthread.php?t=13074)
Weight Loss Challenge #6 - St Patricks Day (http://www.constantchatter.com/forum/showthread.php?t=14850)
Weight Loss Challenge #7 - Easter (http://www.constantchatter.com/forum/showthread.php?t=17414)
Weight Loss Challenge #8 - Memorial Day (http://www.constantchatter.com/forum/showthread.php?t=18549)
Weight Loss Challenge #9 - July 4th (http://www.constantchatter.com/forum/showthread.php?t=20316)
Weight Loss Challenge #10 - Labor Day (http://www.constantchatter.com/forum/showthread.php?t=22048)
Weight Loss Challenge #11 - Halloween (http://www.constantchatter.com/forum/showthread.php?t=24465)
Weight Loss Challenge #12 - Thanksgiving (http://www.constantchatter.com/forum/showthread.php?t=26353)
Weight Loss Challenge #13 - New Years (http://www.constantchatter.com/forum/showthread.php?t=27304)

2007
Weight Loss Challenge #14 - Valentines Day 2007 (http://www.constantchatter.com/forum/showthread.php?t=28319)
Weight Loss Challenge #15 - April Fools' Day 2007 (http://www.constantchatter.com/forum/showthread.php?t=29777)
Weight Loss Challenge #16 - Memorial Day 2007 (http://www.constantchatter.com/forum/showthread.php?t=31342)

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Challenge Weight Loss Goal -247.8 lbs.

Current Weight Loss Total: -113.5 lbs :D

We have 28 Current Members: Ambula704, bamboo, BumbleB, chefker, chris~n~jen, cocoa_femme, ellidew, Happy1, IrishEyes, jellybeany, jenjen0713, Jennylou, jesseybell, Jessie, lins_n_derek, LIZNKEITH, MLA, mmeblue, Mystikal, Natasha, Peppy, PG-Rated, QueenDillyDally, Reenie, sarahncraig, shellslake, Tgr68, udsweetpea

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Ambula704
Me: Amber, 22
DH: Jason, 25
Married since: June 3, 2006
Dieting since: On an off since 2002, WW since Oct 2006
Dieting Program: Weight Watchers- Just started Core
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: -25/135
Final Weight Date Challenge: August 2007
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: -6
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: This is my first!
Known issues: SWEETS, eating out, not journaling
Current Weight: 153
Week 1: -2.2/150.8
Week 2: +.2/151
Week 3: +2/153
Week 4: +1/154
Week 5: -.8/153.2
Week 6: SKIP
Week 7:
Week 8:
Total Weight Loss: +0.2

bamboo
Me: Bre/28
DH: DH/32
Married since: 7/04
Dieting since: on and off for the last year
Dieting Program: Did weight watchers last year, have done SBD in the past, not doing any particular program right now but trying to cut back sugar/fats and watch portion size
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: -28.5 lbs/155
Final Weight Date Challenge: June 2007
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: 16 lbs
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: Challenge #15
Known issues: large portion size, big sweet tooth, convenience snacking on sugar due to chasing busy toddler around
Current Height: 6' 0"
Current Weight: 172.6
Week 1: -.6/172
Week 2: +1/173
Week 3:-.6/172.4
Week 4:-.4/172
Week 5:-1/171
Week 6: 0/171
Week 7: SKIP
Week 8: -.6/170.4
Total Weight Loss: -2.2

BumbleB
Me: BumbleB/25
DH: C/26
Married since: July, 2004
Dieting since: Now
Dieting Program: smaller portions, cutting out sweets
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: 45 lbs/ 150...then I'll see from there
Final Weight Date Challenge: August 2007
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: 10 lbs
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: Challenge #9!!!
Known issues: Emotional eater, portion control
Height: 5'7"
Current Weight: 188
Week 1: -0/188
Week 2: -.5/187.5
Week 3: -.5/187
Week 4: -1/186
Week 5: (skip)
Week 6: -1/185
Week 7: -.5/184.5
Week 8: -.5/184
Total Weight Loss: -4

chefker
Me: chefker/35
Married since: 10/2/04
Dieting since: 8/12/06
Dieting Program: Weight Watchers (Rejoined on 8/12/06, have lost 39.2 pounds so far)
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: 6 lbs/135
Final Weight Date Challenge: Don't know. I have been stuck at 141 for over a month!
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: 4 pounds
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: Challenge # 11
Known issues: nighttime snacking/boredom eating, addiction to cheese, lack of portion control, no time to exercise. Currently in a plateau.
Height: 5'6"
Starting Weight: 141
Week 1: -.2/140.8
Week 2: SKIP
Week 3: +1.4/142.2
Week 4: -.7/141.5
Week 5: -.8/140.7
Week 6:
Week 7:
Week 8:
Total Weight Loss: -0.3

chris~n~jen
Me: Jen/29
DH: Chris/31
Married since: 10/29/05
Dieting since: I've always had weight issues
Dieting Program: Following Weight Watchers on my own
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: -87/150
Final Weight Date Challenge: Whenever I get there.
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: -12
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: Did a few in the beginning but this is the first for a while.
Known issues: procrastination!
Current Weight: 237
Week 1: -1
Week 2: +1
Week 3: -2/235
Week 4: -3/232
Week 5: SKIP
Week 6: +2/234
Week 7: Skip
Week 8: +1/235
Total Weight Loss: -2

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cocoa_femme
Me: Bree/29
DH: M/29
Married since: 10/2003
Dieting since: Not sure?
Dieting Program: I'm trying just plain ole eating healthfully. Although, I will be getting tips/ideas from WW and SBD. As for exercising, I tries the Firm, but am not coordinated enough for it. So, I'm going back to Tae Bo .
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: 19 lbs/110 lbs
Final Weight Date Challenge: August 10, 2007 - 1 year postpartum
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: 5 lbs
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: Challenge #16
Known issues: I have absolutely no will-power at all. That, and I have a very needy 8.5 month old at home.
Height: 5' 1"
Current Weight: 129 lbs
Week 1: SKIP
Week 2: SKIP
Week 3: SKIP
Week 4: SKIP
Week 5: -1.0/128
Week 6: -0/128
Week 7: +1/129
Week 8: -1/128
Total Weight Loss: -1

ellidew
Me: ellidew, 26
DH: 28
Married since: June 1, 2002
Dieting since: Sept 2005 Except while pg
Dieting Program: LA Weightloss
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: -81/145
Final Weight Date Challenge: October 2007
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: -14 / 92
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: #1 (Sept 2005) Except while pg
Known issues: resisting temptation and staying on plan!
Height: 5' 4"
Current Weight: 207
Week 1: 0/207
Week 2: -.4/206.6
Week 3: -2/204.6
Week 4: SKIP
Week 5: SKIP
Week 6: SKIP
Week 7: -.6/204
Week 8: -2.8/201.2
Total Weight Loss: -5.8

Happy1
Me: Nikki/28
DH: Tim/37
Married since: June 8, 2002
Dieting since: March 2006
Dieting Program: Watching what I eat and exercising more (Use a combo of Walk Away the Pounds, The Biggest Loser Season 1 and VH1 Celebrity Fitness Club. Also will go on speedwalks or jogs on my lunch hour)
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: 5 lbs./150
Final Weight Date Challenge:
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: 150
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: #10
Known issues: Thyroid
Height: 5' 8.5"
Current Weight: 155.4
Week 1: -2.2/153.2
Week 2: -0.2/153.0
Week 3: +0.2/153.2
Week 4: -.8/152.4
Week 5:-.2/152.2
Week 6: -.2/152
Week 7: -.6/151.4
Week 8: +.4/151.8
Total Weight Loss: -3.6

IrishEyes
Me: Kellie, 33
DH: Rob, 35
Married since: 4/26/2002
Dieting since: 1/4/2007 (I've done WW twice before)
Dieting Program: WW
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: 13 lbs/150 lbs
Final Weight Date Challenge: We'll see
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: 8 lbs (1 per week)
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: Challenge 16 (this one)
Known issues: none that I can think of
Current Weight: 164 lbs
Week 1: 0/164.0
Week 2: -2.4/161.8
Week 3: -0.6/161.2
Week 4: -0.8/160.4
Week 5: -2.2/158.2
Week 6: +1.2/159.4
Week 7: SKIP
Week 8: -1.6/157.8
Total Weight Loss: -6.4

jellybeany
Me: Jolene / 24
DH: L / 26
Married since: May 2005
Dieting since: July 2006
Dieting Program: WW on my own
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: I would like to lose about 88 more pounds
Final Weight Date Challenge: When I get there
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: -10
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: (Challenge #) Challenge 16
Known issues: Hypothyroid and PCOS
Height: 5'6"
Current Weight: -44.5 lb total loss
Week 1: -2
Week 2: -4.9
Week 3: -1.6
Week 4: SKIP
Week 5: SKIP
Week 6:
Week 7:
Week 8
Total Weight Loss: -8.5

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jenjen0713
Me: 34
DH: 38
Married since: 11/27/04
Dieting since: 2/17/07
Dieting Program: none
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: 19.5/135
Final Weight Date Challenge: Fall 2007
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: 10 lbs.
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: (Challenge #16)
Known issues: love sweets/hate exercise
Height: 5'7"
Current Weight: 154.5
Week 1: -3.0/151.5
Week 2:-1.0/150.5
Week 3:-0.5/150.0
Week 4: -.5/149.5
Week 5: -4/145.5
Week 6: 0.0/145.5
Week 7:-1.0/144.5
Week 8: -1.0/143.5
Total Weight Loss: -11

Jennylou
Me: Jenny/27
Married since: 9.20.03
Dieting since:12.27.06
Dieting Program: Weight Watchers
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: 68 pounds
Final Weight Date Challenge: August 2007 (when we'll think about ttc again)
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: 16 pounds
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: (Challenge #) I did several of the beginning ones, but then got pregnant. This go around I've been in the challenges since 2007#1.
Known issues: PCOS, nursing, new mom (when do I have time to cook?)
Current Weight:
Week 1: -2
Week 2: -3
Week 3: -3
Week 4: -1
Week 5: +2
Week 6: -2
Week 7: -2
Week 8 -3
Total Weight Loss: -14

jesseybell
Me: Jessie, 36
DH: Dan, 34
Married since: May 21, 2005
Dieting since: Starting WW again this week
Dieting Program: Weight Watchers
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: -60/150
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: -12
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: This is my first!
Known issues: poor eating decisions when stressed and overtired, portion control
Height: 5' 6"
Current Weight: 210
Week 1: -.4/209.6
Week 2: -.2/209.4
Week 3: -3.4/ 206
Week 4: -1.8 /204.2
Week 5: -1.4/202.8
Week 6: -1.8/201.0
Week 7: +.8/201.8
Week 8: SKIP
Total Weight Loss: -8.2

Jessie
Me: Jessie/26
DH: B/31
Married since: 5/13/02
Dieting since: 6/1/06
Dieting Program: Weight Watchers
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: 33/160
Final Weight Date Challenge: ?
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: 10 pounds
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: #2 2007
Known issues: None
Current Weight: 190.1
Week 1: -.2/189.9
Week 2: 0/189.9
Week 3:SKIP
Week 4:-1/188.9
Week 5:-.5/188.4
Week 6:
Week 7:
Week 8
Total Weight Loss: -1.7

lins_n_derek
Me: Lindsey/23
DH: DH/23
Married since: 6/06
Dieting since: 2002 (off and on)
Dieting Program: Weight Watchers Core Program ( I have currently lost 12.4 on the program)
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: -10/115
Final Weight Date Challenge: June, 2007
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: 8 pounds
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: This is my first
Known issues: fast food!
Current Height: 5'2"
Current Weight: 124.4
Week 1: -1.8/125.2
Week 2: -1.6/123.6
Week 3:+.4/124
Week 4: +.4/124.4
Week 5: -.6/123.8
Week 6:SKIP
Week 7:
Week 8:
Total Weight Loss: -3

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LIZNKEITH
Me: Liz/28
DH: Keith/37
Married since: July 28, 2001
Dieting since: Since we were married
Dieting Program: I'm Giving SparkPeople.Com a chance, usually do WW
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: 145
Final Weight Date Challenge: June 2007
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: 10 pounds
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: (Challenge #) On/Off since #2 11/2005
Known issues: Emotional Eater, Hate Excercising, Convenience Foods
Current Weight: 171.2
Week 1: -2.0/169.2
Week 2: -.4/168.8
Week 3: SKIP
Week 4: SKIP
Week 5:
Week 6:
Week 7:
Week 8:
Total Weight Loss:-2.4

MLA
Me: MLA/31
Married since: 2004
Dieting since: Challenge #11
Dieting Program: counting calories and exercising -- using FitDay.com to track
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: 115 lbs
Final Weight Date Challenge: May 1
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: 1.8 lbs
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: #1 - left & returned in #11
Known issues: Southern food -- sweet tea, especially! Oh, and stress eating
Height: 5' 3.5" (that 0.5's important! )
Current Weight: 116.9
Week 1: -0.0/116.9
Week 2: -1.5/115.4
Week 3: +1.0/116.4
Week 4: -1.2/115.2
Week 5: SKIP
Week 6: SKIP
Week 7: +1.4/116.6 lbs
Week 8:
Total Weight Loss: -.3

mmeblue
Me: Amanda / 26
DH: Derek / 27
Married since: 12/21/02
Dieting since: Mid-January 2007
Dieting Program: Sparkpeople.com
Final Goal Weight: 140 lbs.
Final Weight Date Challenge: Whenever I get there
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: 12 lbs
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: 2007 Challenge #1
Known issues: Heavy schedule at work this year; picky eater
Height: 5' 5.75"
Current Weight: 175
Week 1: -3.5/171.5
Week 2: -3.5/168
Week 3: -0/168
Week 4: -4/164
Week 5: +0.5/164.5
Week 6: -3/161.5
Week 7: -0/161.5
Week 8: -3.5/158
Total Weight Loss:-17

Mystikal
Me: Rachel, 26
DH: Joe, 33
Married since: June 2002
Dieting since: Lost a lot of weight in 2004/2005 then got pg. Started in full-force again Jan. 2007
Dieting Program: Weight Watchers flex plan, also loosely following the self challenge
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: 32 pounds total to lose/120 goal weight
Final Weight Date Challenge: October, 2007
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: 5 pounds
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: I joined in on one last year, but didn't follow through
Known issues: no control, mindless and emotional eating, poor choices
Height: 4'11" (I'm not short, I'm fun-sized.)
Current Weight: 145.2 (4/1/07)
Week 1: -1.8/143.4 (4/8/07)
Week 2: SKIP
Week 3: SKIP
WEEK 4: -.2/143.2
Week 5: +2
Week 6: -2/143.2
Week 7: -1.4/141.8
Week 8: SKIP
Total Weight Loss:-3.4

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Natasha
Me: Natasha/24
Married since: Not until September
Dieting since: on and off for all of my adult life
Dieting Program: sparkpeople.com
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: -37/150
Final Weight Date Challenge: September
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: 7 lbs
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: First challenge
Known issues: poor self control, lack of exercise
Height: 5'3
Current Weight: 186.8
Week 1: N/A (not in challenge)
Week 2: N/A (not in challenge)
Week 3:-1.8/185
Week 4:-1/184
Week 5:-0/184
Week 6:-.5/183.5
Week 7:-.3/183.2
Week 8:-.2/183
Total Weight Loss:-3.8

Peppy
Me: Peppy/29
Dieting since: January 2, 2007
Dieting Program: Modified Jenny Craig
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: 13 pounds/118 pounds
Final Weight Date Challenge: However long it takes
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: 3.4/122
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: Challenge 1/2007 Edition
Known issues: Making good choices when going out as a vegetarian can be difficult, I LOVE food, I hate exercise, I tend to eat most of my foods late at night.
Height: 5' 1"
Current Weight: 125.4
Week 1: +.6/126
Week 2: +1.4/127.4
Week 3: -.2/127.2
Week 4: SKIP
Week 5: SKIP
Week 6: +3.8/131
Week 7:
Week 8:
Total Weight Loss:+5

PG-rated
Me: Angela, 31
Married since: April 2, 2005
Dieting since: September 2006
Dieting Program: Sparkspeople.com
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: 83 lbs/130
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: 5 lbs
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: #11
Known issues: Emotional eater, no motivation to exercise
Current Weight: 208
Week 1: +1/209
Week 2: -2/207
Week 3: +1/208
Week 4: 0/208
Week 5: -2/206
Week 6: SKIP
Week 7: +2/208
Week 8: 0/208
Total Weight Loss:-0

QueenDillyDally
Me: Steph, 34
DH: Joe
Married since: Sept 25, 2004
Dieting since: FOREVER - on & off throughout teens/adulthood
Dieting Program: calorie counting & exercise = negative energy balance
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: -10 lbs, 135 lbs
Final Weight Date Challenge: 140
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: - 9.2/135#
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: #11
Known issues: CHOCOLATE, stress & emotional eating, exercise struggles due to back pain issues, history of diet cycling
Current Weight: 144.2
Week 1: -1.4/142.8
Week 2: 0/142.8
Week 3: SKIP
Week 4: +0.4/143.2
Week 5: SKIP
Week 6: 0/143.2
Week 7:
Week 8:
Total Weight Loss:-1

Reenie
Me: Reenie, 26
DH: Eric, 26
Married since: 11/13/04
Dieting since: jumping back on the wagon 10/29/06
Dieting Program: 1200-1550 kcal/day, 30% fats, 15% proteins, 55% carbs
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: 117
Final Weight Date Challenge: September 1
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: 8 lbs
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: #12 in 2006
Known issues: always on the go/overscheduled, lack of self-control on weekends
Height: 5' 4"
Current Weight: 139 (4/1/07)
Week 1: -2.4/136.6 (4/8/07)
Week 2: +0.6/137.2 (4/15/07)
Week 3: -2/135.2 (4/21/07)
Week 4: -0.6/134.6 (4/29/07)
Week 5: -0.8/133.8 (5/6/07)
Week 6: -0.6/133.2 (5/12/07)
Week 7: +1.2/134.4 (5/18/07)
Week 8: -1.4/133.0 (5/27/07)
Total Weight Loss:-6

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sarahncraig
Me: Sarah/36
DH: Craig/35
Married since: 11/15/03
Dieting since: 3/1/07
Dieting Program: no white sugar, taking stairs, walking, portion control
Total weight loss goal: -75/160
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: 15
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: April Fool's challenge 2007
Known issues: emotional eater, no willpower, love food
Current Weight: 222
Week 1: SKIP (will be out-of-town)
Week 2: SKIP (ditto)
Week 3: -2/220
Week 4: SKIP
Week 5:
Week 6:
Week 7:
Week 8:
Total Weight Loss:-2

shellslake
Me: Shelley/26
DH: Mark/28
Married since: December 2003
Dieting since: late February
Dieting Program: just exercising and watching what we eat
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: 135
Final Weight Date Challenge: When I am happy looking in the mirror
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: 10 lbs (at least!)
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: (Challenge #) This one.
Known issues: My life is extremely busy; to the point of literally not having time to work out. Then I make matters worse with comfort food and I over eat. I had lost about 6lbs over a month and then gained them back in a couple of weeks because I got busy.
Height: 5'7'
Current Weight: 154.0
Week 1: 0/154.0
Week 2: +1.5/155.5
Week 3: -4/151.5
Week 4: -1/150.5
Week 5: -0/150.5
Week 6: SKIP
Week 7: -0/150.5
Week 8: -.5/150
Total Weight Loss:-4

tgr68
Me: Naamah/26
DH: Cordell/27
Married since: 6/1/02
Dieting since: November 2005
Dieting Program: Fit Day, at least 50% calories from carbs, pilates/yoga/stretching
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: -50 lbs, 125lb final weight
Final Weight Date Challenge: None at this time
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: -10 lbs
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: #5 January 2006
Known issues: motivation to exercise, portion control, too much fat in diet
Height: 5' 4"
Current Weight: 172.4
Week 1: +2.2/174.6
Week 2: -2.2/172.4
Week 3: -1.2/171.2
Week 4: +2.6/173.8
Week 5: SKIP
Week 6: +0.4/174.2
Week 7: +1/175.2
Week 8: -1/174.2
Total Weight Loss:+1.8

udsweetpea
Me: Andrea/25
BF: Jeff/29
Dating since: 02.22.04
Dieting since: i can remember
Dieting Program: my own customized "life change" & Couch to 5K
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: goal weight is 140
Final Weight Date Challenge: December 31, 2007
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: 5 pounds
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: I can't even remember now
Known issues: PCOS, overindulging
Height: 5'7"
Current Weight: 188.5
Week 1: SKIP
Week 2: SKIP
Week 3: SKIP
Week 4: SKIP
Week 5: Starting at 188.5
Week 6: -1.5/ 187
Week 7: +0.5/187.5
Week 8: +0.5/188
Total Weight Loss:-.5

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[Chris~n~Jen]

I'd like to be added.

Me: Jen/29
DH: Chris/31
Married since: 10/29/05
Dieting since: I've always had weight issues
Dieting Program: Following Weight Watchers on my own
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: -87/150
Final Weight Date Challenge: Whenever I get there.
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: -12
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: Did a few in the beginning but this is the first for a while.
Known issues: procrastination!
Current Weight: 237

[IrishEyes]

I'd love to join.

Me: Kellie, 33
DH: Rob, 35
Married since: 4/26/2002
Dieting since: 1/4/2007 (I've done WW twice before)
Dieting Program: WW
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: 13 lbs/150 lbs
Final Weight Date Challenge: We'll see
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: 8 lbs (1 per week)
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: Challenge 16 (this one)
Known issues: none that I can think of
Current Weight: last WW weigh-in 163.4

[jellybeany]

I would like to join:

Me: Jolene / 24
DH: L / 26
Married since: May 2005
Dieting since: July 2006
Dieting Program: WW on my own
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: I would like to lose about 88 more pounds
Final Weight Date Challenge: When I get there
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: -10
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: (Challenge #) Challenge 16
Known issues: Hypothyroid and PCOS
Current Weight: too much

[weightloss.challenge]

Updated!

WELCOME to our new members! Good luck!

[ambula704]

Ambula704
Me: Amber, 22
DH: Jason, 25
Married since: June 3, 2006
Dieting since: On an off since 2002, WW since Oct 2006
Dieting Program: Weight Watchers
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: -25/135
Final Weight Date Challenge: August 2007
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: -6
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: This is my first!
Known issues: SWEETS, eating out, not journaling
Current Weight: 150.4
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[PG-rated]

PG-rated
Me: Angela, 31
Married since: April 2, 2005
Dieting since: September 2006
Dieting Program: Sparkpeople.com
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: 83 lbs/130
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: 5 lbs
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: #11
Known issues: Emotional eater, no motivation to exercise
Current Weight:
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Changes in red. Also, I have a question - why did we go from Challenge #2: 2007, back to Challenge #16? Just curious. :)

[ellidew]

PG-rated- I switched it back to consecutive numbers because i thought it was confusing to have challenges 1-13 then all of a sudden we went back to 1 becaus.e it wasn't the first weight loss challenge, it was 14 ;)

[jesseybell]

I'll join too! Time to loose the babyfat.

jesseybell
Me: Jessie, 36
DH: Dan, 34
Married since: May 21, 2005
Dieting since: Starting WW again this week
Dieting Program: Weight Watchers
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: -60/150
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: -12
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: This is my first!
Known issues: poor eating decisions when stressed and overtired, portion control
Current Weight: 210
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[chefker]

I missed the last one, but I'll join up with this one. Hopefully I will break out of this plateau soon!


chefker
Me: chefker/35
Married since: 10/2/04
Dieting since: 8/12/06
Dieting Program: Weight Watchers (I'm a Lifetime member, have just rejoined to get rid of the pregnancy pounds)
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: 6 lbs/135
Final Weight Date Challenge: Don't know. I have been stuck at 141 for over a month!
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: 4 pounds
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: Challenge # 11
Known issues: nighttime snacking/boredom eating, addiction to cheese, lack of portion control, no time to exercise. Currently in a plateau.

[tgr68]

tgr68
Me: Naamah/26
DH: Cordell/27
Married since: 6/1/02
Dieting since: November 2005
Dieting Program: Fit Day, at least 50% calories from carbs
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: -50 lbs, 125lb final weight
Final Weight Date Challenge: None at this time
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: -10 lbs
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: #5 January 2006
Known issues: motivation to exercise, portion control, too much fat in diet


I really think I can meet the 10 pound goal. More than anything though, I want to push past 170. I just haven't been able to break that mark!

[Linz]

I think I'm going to sit this challenge out. I am under a lot of stress with DH's grandmas health deteriorating and then next two weekends we will be out of town then I am throwing a baby shower the next weekend then the last 2 weeks of the challenge we will be out of town visiting the IL's. I will join up on the next one though. :)

Good luck everyone!

[sarahncraig]

Me: Sarah/36
DH: Craig/35
Married since: 11/15/03
Dieting since: 3/1/07
Dieting Program: no white sugar, taking stairs, walking, portion control
Total weight loss goal: -75/160
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: 15
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: April Fool's challenge 2007
Known issues: emotional eater, no willpower, love food
Current Weight:

[maxandmolly]

Me: Laura, 30
DH: Mr. Invisible
Married since: HA!
Dieting since:Uh....tomorrow
Dieting Program: Need to ditch the massive amounts of soda and sweets
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: 150lbs. would be GREAT
Final Weight Date Challenge:When I fit in a size 12
Challenge Weight Loss Goal:10lbs., trying to be realistic
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: (Challenge #) This one
Known issues:Too much soda, too much chocolate, too much time on the couch in front of the tv
Current Weight:Uh, 205 last time I saw the Dr.-and all my jeans are hanging off my ass, so I was higher than that for a long time

[IrishEyes]

I weighed in last night and gained a little, so I'd like my starting weight to be that weight (since it's more accurate for what my weight on April 1 will probably be).

Please change my current weight/starting weight to 164 lbs.

Thank you!

[ellidew]

I'll do my best to get to all the updates today! It will probably be this afternoon. :)

[weightloss.challenge]

UPDATED!

Welcome to all the new members! Good luck to all those returning! Hope to see everyone that left us return soon, unless you've met your goal in which case we never want to see you in these challenges again! ;)

[chefker]

Forgot to add my starting weight: 141

Good luck to everyone!

[jennylou]

Jennylou
Me: Jenny/27
Married since: 9.20.03
Dieting since:12.27.06
Dieting Program: Weight Watchers
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: 68 pounds
Final Weight Date Challenge: August 2007 (when we'll think about ttc again)
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: 16 pounds
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: (Challenge #) I did several of the beginning ones, but then got pregnant. This go around I've been in the challenges since 2007#1.
Known issues: PCOS, nursing, new mom (when do I have time to cook?)
Current Weight:
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Total Weight Loss: 0

[Happy1]

Happy1
Me: Nikki/28
DH: Tim/37
Married since: June 8, 2002
Dieting since: March 2006
Dieting Program: Watching what I eat and exercising more (Use a combo of Walk Away the Pounds, The Biggest Loser Season 1 and VH1 Celebrity Fitness Club. Also will go on speedwalks or jogs on my lunch hour)
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: 5 lbs./150
Final Weight Date Challenge:
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: 150
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: #10
Known issues: Thyroid
Current Height: 5' 8.5"
Current Weight: 155.4
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[Eloo]

I'd like to join!
Me: Emily/ 23
Dieting since: New Year's resolution 2005 (I've lost 75 so far)
Dieting Program: portion control, exercising
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight:7/135
Final Weight Date Challenge:
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: -7
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: This one is my first
Known issues: Stress fracture in right leg, diet coke addict
Current Weight: 145
Current Height: 5' 6.5"
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[jennylou]

Eloo - welcome and congrats on your loss so far!

[ellidew]

Eloo - Your loss so far is amazing. Great job!! ETA: Welcome to CC too! How cool that our weightloss group was your first post. :)

[tgr68]

I've been thinking, and I'd like to go ahead and add my height to my profile information here.

Current Height: 5' 4"

[weightloss.challenge]

Updated to here!

I added my height too but i have to admit that i removed 'Current' from Height when i listed them because the thought of all of you shrinking in height weirds me out. ;) I updated the template for future members too.

[tgr68]

I added my height too but i have to admit that i removed 'Current' from Height when i listed them because the thought of all of you shrinking in height weirds me out. ;)

LOL!!!

[mmeblue]

Here are the updates to my info for this challenge:

Challenge Weight Loss Goal: 12 lbs
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: 2007 Challenge #1
Known issues: Heavy schedule at work this year; picky eater
Height: 5' 5.75"
Current Weight: 175

This week is going to be a challenge for me...I'm leaving this afternoon for a trip with my 8th and 9th graders (returning Wednesday afternoon), and I won't have a lot of control over food choices. I'm bringing some things with me, but I'm still a bit worried about being able to make the best choices to stay within my calorie range. My sleep is also going to be all out of whack - tonight and Tuesday night will be spent on bus rides, and it's hard for me to sleep on a bus. On the plus side, though, while we're there (DC), I know we'll be doing a ton of walking, so at least I'll get some cardio in!

[Peppy]

Height: 5'1
Challenge Goal: 3.4/122
Current Weight: 125.4
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[espresso]

I'll try joining!



Married since: December 2003
Dieting since: late February
Dieting Program: just exercising and watching what we eat
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: 135
Final Weight Date Challenge: When I am happy looking in the mirror
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: 10 lbs (at least!)
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: (Challenge #) This one.
Known issues: My life is extremely busy; to the point of literally not having time to work out. Then I make matters worse with comfort food and I over eat. I had lost about 6lbs over a month and then gained them back in a couple of weeks because I got busy.
Height: 5'7'
Current Weight: 156.5

[MLA]

MLA
Me: MLA/31
Married since: 2004
Dieting since: Challenge #11
Dieting Program: counting calories and exercising -- using FitDay.com to track
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: 115 lbs
Final Weight Date Challenge: May 1
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: 1.8 lbs
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: #1 - left & returned in #11
Known issues: Southern food -- sweet tea, especially! Oh, and stress eating
Height: 5' 3.5" (that 0.5's important!;) )
Current Weight: 116.8
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Total Weight Loss:-0

[bamboo]

My updates for this challenge are:


Challenge Weight Loss Goal: 16 lbs
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: Challenge #15
Current Weight: 172.6\

[Mrs.B716]

I'm going to try this agin!! I really hope I can do this!!!:)
I WILL...I WILL!!!!!

Me: Emily 28
DH: C 28
Married since: July 2005
Dieting since: 2002
Dieting Program: Watch what I eat and exercise
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: 155
Final Weight Date Challenge: End of June 2007
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: 10-15
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: I did this once before but I don't remember the #
Known issues: I snack way too much
Height: 5'8"
Current Weight:175

[Reenie]

Just checking in and adding/changing a few things:

Reenie
Me: Reenie, 25
DH: Eric, 26
Married since: 11/13/04
Dieting since: jumping back on the wagon 10/29/06
Dieting Program: 1200-1550 kcal/day, 30% fats, 15% proteins, 55% carbs
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: 117
Final Weight Date Challenge: September 1
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: 8 lbs.
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: #12 in 2006
Known issues: always on the go/overscheduled, lack of self-control on weekends
Height: 5' 4"
Current Weight: 139 (4/1/07)
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Total Weight Loss:-0

Good luck to everyone! I hope you all lose! :p

[Mystikal]

Current weight: 145.2

Can't wait to kick some butt in this challenge!

[tgr68]

Starting weight: 172.4

Off to do updates on this annd the previous challenge!

[weightloss.challenge]

UPDATED TO HERE!

Welcome to all of our new members!

Remember to check in during the first 2 weeeks of the challenge or your profile will be deleted.

Good luck!! :D

[ambula704]

Need to change something...

Current weight: 153

Good luck everyone!

[PG-rated]

I'm not seeing my earlier updates?

Also, my Current Weight: 208

[LIZNKEITH]

Current Weight- 171.2

[jenjen0713]

New member who would like to be added.

Me: 34
DH: 38
Married since: 11/27/04
Dieting since: 2/17/07
Dieting Program: none
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: 19.5/135
Final Weight Date Challenge: Fall 2007
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: 10 lbs.
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: (Challenge #16)
Known issues: love sweets/hate exercise
Height: 5'7"
Current Weight: 154.5

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[tgr68]

Re-posting PG-Rated's updates to make sure things are changed.

Dieting since: September 2006
Dieting Program: Sparkpeople.com

I hope you don't mind. Too lazy to sign into the weightloss.challenge account. :p

[Jessie]

My starting weight for this challenge is 190.1

[jennylou]

Week 1: -2
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Total Weight Loss: -2

[Chris~n~Jen]

Way to go Jenny!

[tgr68]

Hey, everyone! Just thought I'd let you know that I am stepping down as co-threadmistress for a while. I'll still be doing the challenges, though. If anyone is interested in helping maintain, please PM ellidew!

[MLA]

Weighing in super early because I'll be out of town for the rest of the week:

Week 1: -0.0/116.9
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Total Weight Loss: -0

[ellidew]

Sorry to see you go tgr!

CO-MODERATOR NEEDED!!!

PM me or weightloss.challenge if you are interested in co-moderating!!

MLA- Have a safe trip!

[sarahncraig]

Current Weight: 222
Week 1: SKIP (will be out-of-town)
Week 2: SKIP (ditto)
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[weightloss.challenge]

UPDATED!

Thanks to Reenie for offering to be a new thread mistress!! :D

[Happy1]

Current Weight: 155.4
Week 1: -2.2/153.2
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Total Weight Loss: -2.2

Holy mother of weightloss!! And to think I was thrilled around 155ish and figured I'd probably just end up keeping that weight. I just may indeed make that 150 goal I set for myself for this challenge. Wow!

Jenny Way to go on your loss!!

tgr68 Sorry to see you go. Thanks for taking care of this thread for us.

Way to go everyone else too!!

Nikki :D

[ellidew]

Awesome job Nikki! You can make it to 150, no problem!

[Chris~n~Jen]

Week 1: -1
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Total Weight Loss: -1

I'll take it considering AF is due any day and I'm retaining water. :rolleyes:

Way to go Happy1!

[ellidew]

Current Weight: 207
Week 1: 0/207
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Good job Chris n jen! I'll take my 0 loss too since af came yesterday and I weighed in yesterday! Next week we'll both show big losses!! :D

[Chris~n~Jen]

Next week we'll both show big losses!! :D

Keeping my fingers crossed that this is the case for both of us. :D

[chefker]

Woo hoo! I just broke my plateau. By only .2 pounds, but I'll take it!!

Starting Weight: 141
Week 1: -.2/140.8
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Total Weight Loss: - 0.2

I have a bad feeling I'll show a gain next weigh in, and be right back where I was. :( It's been a rough week, and now stupid AF is here. Grr...

[jesseybell]

Week 1: -.4/209.6
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Total Weight Loss: - .4

AF is in town for me too. But I'll take -.4 because it means I am in a new "decade"

Can you put my height in my stats:
Height: 5' 6"

[ellidew]

Thought ya'll might be interested in reading this article:

8 Secrets of the Naturally Slim:

Act like you're a size smaller, and you'll be a size smaller. How thin women thrive in a supersized world.
By Megan McMorris, Prevention magazine

We all have that one thin friend—the one who's never bullied into submission by the bread basket, and when she says "I'll just have a bite," she does just that. Is she for real? Turns out, research shows that thin people simply don't think about food the same way as—well, the rest of us. "Thin people have a relaxed relationship with food," explains David L. Katz, MD, an associate professor adjunct in public health at Yale University. "Those who are overweight, however, tend to be preoccupied by it. They focus on how much or how often they eat, or attach labels like good and bad to certain foods. As a result, mealtime is always on the brain."

Here, weight loss experts explore the mysterious minds of the "naturally" slim. Learn what they do, what they don't, and how you can act the part.

1. They Choose Satisfied Over Stuffed

On a fullness scale of 1 to 10, the slim stop eating at a level of 6 or 7, says Jill Fleming, RD, author of Thin People Don't Clean Their Plates. The rest of us may keep going to an 8 or 10. Why? It may be because you mistakenly equate the sensation of fullness with satisfaction and feel deprived if you stop short, says Fleming. Or you may just be used to finishing what's in front of you, regardless of whether you really need it.

Copy Them: About halfway through your next meal, put your fork down and, using the 1 to 10 scale, rate your level of fullness. Do it again when you have about five bites left. The goal is to increase your awareness of how satisfied you feel during a meal. (Bonus: It also slows down your eating, which allows the sensation of fullness to settle in.)

2. They Realize Hunger Isn't An Emergency

Most of us who struggle with extra pounds tend to view hunger as a condition that needs to be cured—and fast, says Judith S. Beck, PhD, author of the new Beck Diet Solution. "If you fear hunger, you might routinely overeat to avoid it," she says. Thin people tolerate it because they know hunger pangs always come and go, buying them some time.

Copy Them: Pick a busy day to purposely delay lunch by an hour or two. Or try skipping an afternoon snack one day. You'll see that you can still function just fine. Then next time you feel those grumbles, you'll hold off before making a beeline for the fridge.

3. They Don't Use Food To Cure The Blues

It's not that thin women are immune to emotional eating, says Kara Gallagher, PhD, a weight loss expert based in Louisville. But they tend to recognize when they're doing it and stop.

Copy Them: Add the word 'Halt' to your vocabulary, says Gallagher. More than just a command (as in stop eating that entire sleeve of cookies), it's an acronym that stands for Hungry, Angry, Lonely, or Tired—the four most common triggers for emotional eating.

If you're truly hungry, choose a balanced snack, such as a handful of nuts, to tide you over until your next meal. But if you're angry, lonely, or tired, seek an alternative calorie-free solution to your emotional need. Blow off steam by going for a run or just jumping around—the heartbeat boost will help dissipate your anger. Lonely? Call a friend, e-mail your kid, or walk to the park or mall. Being around others will make you feel more connected to your community (even if you don't bump into anyone you know). If you're tired, for heaven's sake, sleep!

4. They Eat More Fruit

Lean people, on average, have one more serving of fruit and eat more fiber and less fat per day than overweight people, reports a 2006 study published in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association.

Copy Them: Start tinkering. Examine your diet for ways to add whole fruits (not juices) to your meals and snacks. Aim for two or three servings per day. Sprinkle berries in your cereal or on your yogurt. Add sliced pears to your turkey sandwich, or bake an apple for dessert. Keep a bowl of fruit on your kitchen table or desk to motivate you to think fruit first, vending machine never.

5. They're Creatures Of Habit

Any dietitian will tell you that a varied diet is good—but too much variety can backfire, says Katz, author of The Flavor Point Diet. Studies have shown that too many tastes and textures encourage you to overeat, he explains. "Thin people have what I call a food groove—the majority of their meals consist of well-planned staples," says Beck. "There are a few surprises thrown in, but for the most part, their diets are fairly predictable."

Copy Them: Try to be as consistent as possible with your major meals—have cereal for breakfast, a salad at lunch, and so forth. It's okay to add grilled chicken to the salad one day and tuna the next, but by sticking to a loosely prescribed meal schedule, you limit the opportunities to overindulge.

6. They Have A Self-Control Gene

Researchers at Tufts University found that the biggest predictor of weight gain among women in their 50s and 60s was their level of disinhibition, or unrestrained behavior. Women with low disinhibition (in other words, a finely tuned sense of restraint) had the lowest body mass index. High disinhibition (i.e., low restraint) was linked to an adult weight gain of as much as 33 pounds.

Copy Them: Prepare for moments when your disinhibition is likely to be higher—such as when you're in a festive atmosphere with a large group of friends. If you're at a party, tell yourself you'll take one of every fourth passed hors d'oeuvre. If you're out at dinner, order an appetizer portion and share dessert. Or if you're stressed—another low-restraint moment—make sure you have a source of crunchy snacks (like fruit or carrot sticks) at the ready.

7. They're Movers And Shakers

On average, slim people are on their feet an extra 2 1/2 hours per day—which can help burn off 33 pounds a year, according to a study from the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN.

Copy Them: Try a reality check. Studies have shown that people often overestimate how active they really are, says Gallagher. Most people actually spend 16 to 20 hours a day just sitting. Wear a pedometer on an average day, and see how close you get to the recommended 10,000 steps. Your day should combine 30 minutes of structured exercise with a variety of healthy habits, such as taking the stairs instead of the elevator or mopping the floor with extra vigor. To see how many calories your activities burn, see the exercise calculator at www.caloriecontrol.org.

8. They Sleep—Well

They snooze 2 more hours per week, compared with overweight people, says a study from Eastern Virginia Medical School. Researchers theorize that a lack of shut-eye is linked to lower levels of appetite-suppressing hormones like leptin and higher levels of the appetite-boosting hormone ghrelin.

Copy Them: Two extra hours of sleep a week is only 17 more minutes a day—a lot more manageable, even for the most packed of schedules. Start there and slowly work toward 8 hours of snooze time a night—the right amount for most adults.

Quick Tip

Eat breakfast! 78% of successful dieters do it every day, according to the National Weight Control Registry, A database of more than 5,000 people who've lost more than 30 pounds and kept the weight off for at least a year.

[Chris~n~Jen]

Eat breakfast! 78% of successful dieters do it every day.

Good article ellidew. This is the toughest part for me. I am running out the door every day and totally forget to grab something to eat for breakfast. I'm usually not even hungry until lunch time and totally forget about breakfast all togeather. Like today for example, I haven't eaten anything yet and it's already after noon. It's just really a hard one for me. I don't feel hungry.

[Happy1]

Way to go on the "no gains" so far guys!! You're all doing great! Espcially those of you dealing with AF. That's always a nasty time to have to be weighing in.

ellidew That's a great article! Thanks for posting it.

Nikki :D

[QueenDillyDally]

Please update my information. Thanks - QueenDillyDally! :)

Challenge Weight Loss Goal: - 9.2/135#
Current Weight: 144.2
Week 1: -1.4/142.8
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Total Weight Loss:-1.4

[ambula704]

Great job QueenDD-
When I first read your stats I thought you lost 9.2 lbs in one week! I was like, wow, what diet is SHE doing!? 1.4 is much better!

Keep up the good work everyone! I plan to weigh in tomorrow morning...I have started the Core plan (on Wednesday) so I am hoping to see a loss!


What rewards do you guys have in mind if you get your goal for this challenge?
My husband is going to buy me a one hour massage if I reach my goal...which is great because I love massages but am too cheap to buy them for myself!

[ellidew]

Reward: Chocolate Cake? Just kidding :D Ya know, since i've started dieting post pregnancy i haven't set any reward marks. I remember doing that last time around and it was a real motivator. I'll have to think of something really good. :) I could use a pedicure! I don't know if i can wait until i memorial day though! I better start losing weight faster! lol.

I'll be rooting for you to reach goal ambula! I had a massage a few weeks ago that was just heavenly!

[tgr68]

Rewards~Definately have to find something. There are a TON of movies I want to go see in theatres. Maybe I'll treat myself to 2 instead of just 1 big hit that month! (I don't go every month, usually only when there is a big movie - POTC, Shrek, Harry Potter, etc. - but there are 3 big movies coming out in May!)

ellidew~Great article!! :)

[weightloss.challenge]

Updated!

[LIZNKEITH]

Current Weight: 171.2
Week 1: -2.0/169.2
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Total Weight Loss:-2


Reward
TTC! I really want to lose this last 10-15 pounds of pregnancy weight from my DD. We're hoping to start TTC again in May so hopefully I can kick it before then.

[tgr68]

I'm doing real sucktastic to start this baby off. :( I guess that's what I get though starting a new exercise routine AND pigging out 2 days this week. :rolleyes:

Current Weight: 172.4
Week 1: +2.2/174.6
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Total Weight Loss: +2.2

Looks like I need to review ellidew's article!

[IrishEyes]

Just got back from a week in Florida with my parents. I'm happy that I maintained. Back on the horse now!

Current Weight: 164 lbs
Week 1: 0/164.0
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[ambula704]

I just weighed in this morning and I am ALMOST in the 140s again! Yay!

Ambula704
Me: Amber, 22
DH: Jason, 25
Married since: June 3, 2006
Dieting since: On an off since 2002, WW since Oct 2006
Dieting Program: Weight Watchers- Just started Core
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: -25/135
Final Weight Date Challenge: August 2007
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: -6
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: This is my first!
Known issues: SWEETS, eating out, not journaling
Current Weight: 153
Week 1: -2.2/150.8
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[mmeblue]

Current Weight: 175
Week 1: -3.5/171.5
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Total Weight Loss: -3.5

I was worried about the trip I went on this week (Sat-Wed), but I was really careful and we did a whole lot of walking, and I ended up losing a good bit! Woohoo! :)

[espresso]

Current Weight: 154.0
Week 1: 0/154.0
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Total Weight Loss: 0

I suppose maintaining for me is better than gaining for me this week....rough week...my BIL was visiting and he loves to eat out and have ice cream, etc. He'll be gone soon...

[bamboo]

Week 1: -.6/172
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Total Weight Loss: - .6

eh, not too bad considering there were two Passover dinners this week and I missed working out for three days.

[PG-rated]

Week 1: +1/209
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Total Weight Loss: +1

Well, since our anniversary (which included a huge dinner) was this week, I'm not too worried. I really have to be careful once the Easter candy free-for-all starts, though.

[Reenie]

Current Weight: 139 (4/1/07)
Week 1: -2.4/136.6 (4/8/07)
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Total Weight Loss:-2.4

Great job to all who lost! :)

Let's unite against Easter candy! :p

MLA If you don't mind my asking... I know every woman is shaped differently, but we're about the same height and you are my goal weight, so do you mind if I ask what size pants/skirt you're in?

[Jessie]

Week 1: -.2/189.9
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Total Weight Loss: -.2

Not much of a loss this week, but that's ok. I'm working out a lot and my measurements are still going down so I'm happy. :)

[Mystikal]

Weighing in a day early so that Easter dinner doesn't screw me! :p

Current Weight: 145.2 (4/1/07)
Week 1: -1.8/143.4 (4/8/07)
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Total Weight Loss: -1.8

I had such a good week and I'm so proud of myself for doing so well! :D I feel like I'm finally back on track!

[weightloss.challenge]

Updated! :)

[Mrs.B716]

Current Weight:175
Week 1: -2/173
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Total Weight Loss: -2

[jellybeany]

Week 1: -2
Total Weight Loss: -2

[jenjen0713]

Way to go everybody!!

Current Weight: 154.5
Week 1: -3.0/151.5
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Total Weight Loss: -3.0

I had a cold this past week, so nothing sounded good to eat. I doubt next week will be as good in the weight loss department.

[Eloo]

Eloo - Your loss so far is amazing. Great job!! ETA: Welcome to CC too! How cool that our weightloss group was your first post. :)

Thanks ladies! I just found pictures of myself before I started to lose my weight and the difference is amazing! Its definitely motivation :) :D

[ellidew]

Keep it up Eloo.

Can someone come over here and put a muzzle on me? Better yet, an iron jaw clamp! Seriously... someone needs to do SOMETHING! lol. I don't get it. The last time i dieted pre baby i was so motivated and lost the weight so quickly and temptation didn't bother me. This time around everything looks yummy. Pizza, ice cream, cake, stupid things like crackers, cookies, etc... What the bloody hell is wrong with me? Any suggestions on getting motivated and staying that way? Last time i was just motivated and didn't need to do anything. I guess i just need to STOP eating all the extra crap! I haven't had a gain yet but i'd be losing so much faster if i'd just stick to it.

I guess a short term goal is in order. I am not going to eat anything off plan for the next 10 days because in 10 days we are going to Texas and will inevitably eat Mexican food at every single meal :) Plus, why would I want to see family i haven't seen in a year while i'm 15 pounds heavier? That's just awful!

ARGH! I'm so mad at myself!

[BumbleB]

ellidew- I feel your pain, I'm having the same issues with food. I feel like I've come a long way in uderstanding food and the role it has played in my weight gain, but I'm still not pushing myself to truly follow what I've learned. I know I would be losing much faster too, I just need some willpower. I think rewards are a good motivator. ARGH! :mad:

Speaking of rewards, I just found the most gorgeous shirt to wear to a wedding at the end of July, I think when I lose 12 more pounds I'd like to reward myself with a skirt to go with it.

Height: 5'7"
Current Weight: 188
Week 1: -0/188
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Total Weight Loss: - 0

Operation "put myself back into photographs" is SO ON!!!! :D

[jesseybell]

elliedew- I completely understand where you are coming from. I am not where I thought I would be 8 months pp. I honestly haven't lost a pound since 4 weeks pp (I am at my pre-pregnancy weight which obviously was way higher than I wanted) - okay, I've lost and gained the same 3-4 lbs a bunch since then.
I've read a lot of articles that talk about the importance of sleep and weight loss. DD is pretty good at STTN, but I don't STTN very well.
Plus the added stress of working and having a kid is making it very, very hard.

And we want to ttc #2 this summer - I thought I would be down to my wedding weight (25 less) at the very least by then. Right now hitting my 10% goal (21 lbs) really sounds like a miracle.

[lins_n_derek]

I want to join!!!

lins_n_derek
Me: Lindsey/23
DH: DH/23
Married since: 6/06
Dieting since: 2002 (off and on)
Dieting Program: Weight Watchers Core Program ( I have currently lost 12.4 on the program)
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: -10/115
Final Weight Date Challenge: June, 2007
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: 8 pounds
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: This is my first
Known issues: fast food!
Current Height: 5'2"
Current Weight: 127
Week 1: -1.8/125.2
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Total Weight Loss: -1.8

[chefker]

I'm down another .4 today, but I think I'll wait to post my 'official' weight on Saturday, when I have my WW meeting. :)

Could someone update my dieting info in the beginning of the thread? Thanks!

Dieting Program: Weight Watchers (Rejoined on 8/12/06, have lost 39.2 pounds so far)

Oh...and if my height could also be added to the info-- 5'6"

[jennylou]

Week 1: -2
Week 2: -3
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Total Weight Loss: -5

[MLA]

MLA If you don't mind my asking... I know every woman is shaped differently, but we're about the same height and you are my goal weight, so do you mind if I ask what size pants/skirt you're in?


I don't mind at all. I generally wear a size 4, though I do have some size 2s that fit, as well. When I was at my top weight (128), I was still able to squeeze into my 4's, but only barely. I probably should have been in a 6, but couldn't bring myself to spend money on new clothes when I had perfectly nice ones in the closet -- which is one of the reasons I decided to take the weight off.

I'm giving you the info on when I was 128 so that you can compare what our bodies are like since you're pretty close to 128 now.

*****
I'm looking forward to weigh in this week because I know I've lost at least a little. I managed to get food poisoning last Friday night, so despite being on vacation, I didn't eat for 2 days. Not the best way to lose weight, but I'll take it. ;)

[Reenie]

Thanks, MLA, that is really helpful. It seems to me that every ten pounds or so, I go down a size. Right now I'm in an 8... they're starting to feel a teeny bit loose at the end of the day, but 8 is working now. I was thinking that, according to my above theory, when I make it to my goal weight, I'll be in a four, but since you're there, I wanted to ask you, and I learned exactly what I hoped to. :D Thanks for being so forthright. :) Sorry you got food poisoning. Yikes!

[weightloss.challenge]

Updated! :)

The following profiles will be deleted in one week unless we receive updates:
Eloo
Franni
kithara
Leslie&Paul
LynzeyAHL
maxandmolly
Peppy
sabine_11
TX sweetheart
udsweetpea

[Happy1]

Week 1: -2.2/153.2
Week 2: -0.2/150.0
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Total Weight Loss: -2.4

Way to go everyone!!

I'm thrilled with this considering that after the Easter weekend, I weighed myself Monday just to see and I had actually gained 1.6 pounds (I was up to 154.8). Not that I was freaking out about it but still, I definitely wanted to at least maintain if not lose a little this week. So, yay!

Nikki :D

[Chris~n~Jen]

Week 1: -1
Week 2: +1
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Total Weight Loss: -0

Why does it take 7 whole days of eating really, really healthy just to lose 1 pound, but it only takes 1 day(Easter) of not really staying on points (although still trying to make smart choices) to gain 1 pound?!?!?

Oh well, I weighed myself yesterday morning and I was up 2, so at least I managed to drop one of those yesterday. :rolleyes:

[Mystikal]

Want to add my height to my info:
height: 4'11" (I'm not short, I'm fun-sized.)

[ellidew]

Why does it take 7 whole days of eating really, really healthy just to lose 1 pound, but it only takes 1 day(Easter) of not really staying on points (although still trying to make smart choices) to gain 1 pound?!?!?

Hmm... good question. I wonder what the real scientific reason is. Why does it take longer to lose than it does to gain?

[ambula704]

Id like to know why ONE day of splurging makes you gain as well! I mean, I know why...but it really sucks!

Im weighing tomorrow, and I think Ill have a slight gain from last weekend as well. Oh well, its a new week, right?

[IrishEyes]

Back on plan after a week's vacation.


Week 1: 0/164.2
Week 2: -2.4/161.8
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Total Weight Loss: -2.4

[ambula704]

Week 1: -2.2/150.8
Week 2: +.2/151
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Total Weight Loss: - 2.0

[BumbleB]

Week 1: -0/188
Week 2: -.5/187.5
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Total Weight Loss: - .5 :rolleyes:

[tgr68]

Current Weight: 172.4
Week 1: +2.2/174.6
Week 2: -2.2/172.4
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Total Weight Loss:0

[jesseybell]

Week 1: -.4/209.6
Week 2: -.2/209.4
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Total Weight Loss: -.6

[PG-rated]

Week 1: +1/209
Week 2: -2/207
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Total Weight Loss: -1

I desperately need a wardrobe overhaul, so I'm trying out a new reward system where I get to buy myself a new item or two every week I show a loss. I think this will work better than most of my other reward schemes, since I'm taking the weight off very slowly and get impatient waiting for bigger rewards. Plus I need the clothes anyway - I'm wearing things that are worn out or don't fit right just to make it through the week without repeating outfits.

[tgr68]

PG~I love your reward!! Once I hit a size 8, I told DH that I get to buy myself a whole new wardrobe! ;)

[mmeblue]

Current Weight: 175
Week 1: -3.5/171.5
Week 2: -3.5/168
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Total Weight Loss: -7

[QueenDillyDally]

Please update this on my profile on Page 1...

Current Weight: 144.2

Week 1: -1.4/142.8
Week 2: 0/142.8
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Total Weight Loss:-1.4

Kind of bummed that I stayed the same this week. I need to step it up... I have 5 weeks until we are in Florida for vacation!!!

[MLA]

Week 1: -0.0/116.9
Week 2: -1.5/115.4
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Total Weight Loss: -1.5

I knew that food poisoning was going to serve me well. Always a silver lining, right? ;)

[bamboo]

Week 1: -.6/172
Week 2: +1/173
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Total Weight Loss: +.4

Ugh, I'm really mad at myself. I actually did a 2 day juice fast at the beginning of the week, but was already sick and it made me sicker. So I rebounded off of it too much- ate everything in sight! I guess given that, 1 pound isn't so bad, but gah- sometimes this feels so frustratingly slow even when I do everything right, so weeks when I backslide are even worse.

[espresso]

Current Weight: 154.0
Week 1: 0/154.0
Week 2: +1.5/155.5
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Total Weight Loss: +1.5

Man, I stink! I knew after 3 weeks of not exercising very much and eating horribly because I have just been too busy would catch up with me! I vow to be better this week!


What all are you ladies doing to lose the weight? Most of you post -1 to -3 every week and I am just in awe of you! Do you exercise every day? Count calories?

[Reenie]

Me: Reenie, 26
Week 2: +0.6 (4/15/07)
Total Weight Loss:-1.8

I would be upset because of the gain, but I'm not because I'm bloated (really scrutinizing my weight loss patterns has shown me that I get bloated around ovulation) and because I was perfect all week (even Easter!) in terms of eating and exercising on plan, so there's not much I can do about it. I'm sure I'll show a loss next week--- I will not allow myself to fall off of the horse because of a little water retention!

[Reenie]

shellslake I exercise 5 days/week and I count calories. I know it looks bad above, but as I mentioned, this week is just water (I know it because yesterday I was actually down 0.2 lb); but when I'm not bloated and consistently follow my plan, I always show loss or maintenance.

[ellidew]

I don't exercise at all! Bad, i know. I lost 30 lbs not exercising before pg and now 20 postpartum. I follow LA Weightloss. I've been bad lately and should be losing more though.

Week 1: 0/207
Week 2: -.4/206.6
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Total Weight Loss: - .4

In my defense... i was wearing jeans because i didn't weigh in on Wednesday during working hours. I weighed myself pre and post jeans before leaving and they we're an ENTIRE POUND! That's crazy. I just wasn't going to spend my entire Saturday wearing work pants. :)

[jellybeany]

Current Weight: -42.9 lb total loss
Current Height: 5'6"
Week 1: -2
Week 2: -4.9
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Total Weight Loss: -6.9

[Mystikal]

Week 2: SKP
Weighed myself this morning and had a horrendous gain, can only assume it's from water weight, so I won't bring the group down with my gain today.

[weightloss.challenge]

Updated! :)

Check out the first page, second post to see our progress.

REMINDER: The following profiles will be deleted on Wednesday if we do not receive updates:
Eloo
Franni
kithara
Leslie&Paul
LynzeyAHL
maxandmolly
Peppy
sabine_11
TX sweetheart
udsweetpea

[LIZNKEITH]

Current Weight: 171.2
Week 1: -2.0/169.2
Week 2: -.4/168.8
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Total Weight Loss:-2.4

[lins_n_derek]

Is it ok if I post my weigh in on Mondays? I go to weight watchers on Monday and I try not to weigh in between because it messes with my head and I get upset if there is a midweek gain. I have never done one of these before so I wasn't sure if that was ok or not? Thanks!

[ellidew]

lins_n_derek- You can weigh in on any day of the week you choose. Just post your update once you do. Good luck.

[lins_n_derek]

Thank you!

[jenjen0713]

Current Weight: 154.5
Week 1: -3.0/151.5
Week 2:-1.0/150.5
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Total Weight Loss:-4.0

Go me!! I think this group was exactly what I needed to kickstart my arse into gear into losing weight!:)

[ellidew]

Awesome loss this week jellybeany! Keep up the good work EVERYONE!! You're all doing great with the exception of ME! :)

[Peppy]

ellidew, you aren't the only one who hasn't been losing! :(

Current Weight: 125.4
Week 1: +.6/126
Week 2: +1.4/127.4
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Total Weight Loss:+2

I am officially confused. I have no idea why I am gaining.

[Natasha]

I need some good motivation, so at the encouragment of one of my favorite journal buddies, I am going to give this a go.

Me: Natasha/24
Married since: Not until September
Dieting since: on and off for all of my adult life
Dieting Program: sparkspeople.com
Total weight loss goal/Final Weight: -37/150
Final Weight Date Challenge: September
Challenge Weight Loss Goal: 7 lbs
Weight Loss Challenge Member Since: First challenge
Known issues: poor self control, lack of exercise
Height: 5'3
Current Weight: 186.8

[lins_n_derek]

Current Weight: 127
Week 1: -1.8/125.2
Week 2: -1.6/123.6
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Total Weight Loss: -3.4

[Jessie]

Week 1: -.2/189.9
Week 2: 0/189.9
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Total Weight Loss: -.2

[jennylou]

Week 1: -2
Week 2: -3
Week 3: -3
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Total Weight Loss: -8

[ellidew]

I've been swamped at work this week but i'll do my best to get to updates later if Reenie doesn't beat me to it! She rocks at getting the updates posted!

Week 1: 0/207
Week 2: -.4/206.6
Week 3: -2/204.6
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Total Weight Loss: -2.4

Since starting to diet again in mid Jan i've lost 21.4 pounds :D Happy to be over the 20 pound mark now i'm aiming for the 190's!!

I'm going to need some good luck wishes for this week though because we're headed to Texas for a long weekend tomorrow and I'm an idiot with my diet when it comes to Mexican food!

[weightloss.challenge]

Updated! :)

The following profiles have been deleted due to inactivity:
Eloo
Franni
kithara
Leslie&Paul
LynzeyAHL
maxandmolly
sabine_11
TX sweetheart
udsweetpea

Check out our progress in post #2! :D

[ellidew]

Well i'll be... she beat me to it AGAIN! Thanks Reenie!! :)

[BumbleB]

ellidew- Good Luck! :D I'm awful with Mexican Food too - it's a tough one. Try skipping chips and having salad instead, and other than that I say go easy on the cheese. ;)


I've hit my slow time at work (it is kind of seasonal here) and it won't pick up for another couple months - SO, I have to will myself not to eat out of Boredom - eh. Summer...I need you to get here ASAP!

[ellidew]

BumbleB- That was a joke about skipping the chips, right? You must've said the cheese thing in a moment of insanity as well! ;) Thanks for the well wishes. I'm just going to keep reminding myself that it's only a couple of days and having to lose it again would suck!
I'm guilty of boredom eating too. When i'm busy being creative and having fun i don't even think about food but i'm awful during down time. Just don't keep anything at work worth eating and that should help.

[BumbleB]

Ha! We've got a Mexican Restaurant 3 doors down from my office - so I've learned my lesson a time or two. :rolleyes: Ordering a la Carte is helpful too. I've just always found portion sizes at Mexican places to be Ginormous!

:D

[Reenie]

Well i'll be... she beat me to it AGAIN! Thanks Reenie!! :)

NBD... I must have been working on it when you posted because I actually was about to post that it was updated and caught your post. :)

I am another one with trouble at Mexican restaurants... unfortunately (or fortunately?), I work in an area that has a huge Latino population, so there are tons of authentic eating options....

[jesseybell]

Week 1: -.4/209.6
Week 2: -.2/209.4
Week 3:-3.4/ 206
Week 4:
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Total Weight Loss: -4

I've really only been "on program" since Monday - before that I was still working on writing down what I ate but not counting the points if I didn't know exactly how much I ate or what the point value was. I am going out Friday night, but besides that I hope to stay on program all week -- after all I need to put a bathing suit on in 4 weeks!

[Chris~n~Jen]

Week 1: -1/236
Week 2: +1 /237
Week 3: -2/235
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Total Weight Loss: -2

[Happy1]

Height: 5' 8.5"
Current Weight: 155.4
Week 1: -2.2/153.2
Week 2: -0.2/153.0
Week 3: +0.2/153.2
Week 4:
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Total Weight Loss: -2.2

Hey, as long as I can keep a balance, I'm happy!

Nikki :D

[IrishEyes]

Current Weight: 164.2
Week 1: 0/164.2
Week 2: -2.4/161.8
Week 3: -0.6/161.2
Week 4:
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Total Weight Loss: -3.0

[chefker]

I'm going to have to SKIP week two, because I totally forgot to weigh myself!

I'll weigh in tomorrow for week three.

[tgr68]

Current Weight: 172.4
Week 1: +2.2/174.6
Week 2: -2.2/172.4
Week 3: -1.2/171.2
Week 4:
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Total Weight Loss: -1.2

[mmeblue]

Current Weight: 175
Week 1: -3.5/171.5
Week 2: -3.5/168
Week 3: -0/168
Week 4:
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Total Weight Loss:-7

I saw 167 three days this week, but my body decided to fluctuate up for today's weigh-in. Oh well...I assume it'll go down next week.

[espresso]

Week 1: 0/154.0
Week 2: +1.5/155.5
Week 3: -4/151.5
Week 4:
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Total Weight Loss: -2.5


Wahoo!! I worked out almost every day this week in addition to working on my house (sanding drywall is hard work!) DH and I also ate pretty well too!

[tgr68]

Congrats on the great loss this week, shellshake!!

[Peppy]

Current Weight: 125.4
Week 1: +.6/126
Week 2: +1.4/127.4
Week 3: -.2/127.2
Week 4:
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Total Weight Loss:+1.8

[MLA]

I thought I'd gain back some of that food poisoning loss. Oh well.

Week 1: -0.0/116.9
Week 2: -1.5/115.4
Week 3: +1.0/116.4
Week 4:
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Total Weight Loss: -0.5

[ambula704]

Week 1: -2.2/150.8
Week 2: +.2/151
Week 3: +2/153
Week 4:
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Total Weight Loss: - 0


DH's grandmother is in the hospital so we spent every night eating fast food or hospital food. Not to mention I only worked out 1 time! So Im back at square one. Oh well, hopefully this week will be better!

[Reenie]

Week 3: -2/135.2 (4/21/07)
Total Weight Loss: -3.8

I knew that would go down post-O. And I'm really happy to see that since I definitely went over calories last Sunday (it was my birthday, I figured live a little). The awesome news is that it's my measure day (I measure every four weeks), and since March 25, I've lost 7.75 inches (and in 2007, I've lost 16.6 pounds and 19.25 inches). :D

[espresso]

Yeah for Reenie!! Awesome weight loss!!!

[Reenie]

Thanks, shellslake! :D

[weightloss.challenge]

Updated! :)

Paging Mrs.B716... just checking on you to see if you're still with us.

Check out our totals in post #2, we're making great progress!

[bamboo]

Week 1: -.6/172
Week 2: +1/173
Week 3:-.6/172.4
Week 4:
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Total Weight Loss: -.2

[jellybeany]

Current Weight: -44.5 lb total loss
Week 1: -2
Week 2: -4.9
Week 3: -1.6
Week 4:
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Total Weight Loss: -8.5

[Mystikal]

WEEK 4: -.2/143.2
Total Loss: 2

I had a bad week and a half with the emotional eating, but last Tuesday I got a handle on it and I'm kicking @ss now! I'll have a good loss next week. I can feel it!

[PG-rated]

Oops - I didn't mean to skip! I weighed in and then never posted.

Week 1: +1/209
Week 2: -2/207
Week 3: +1/208
Week 4:
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Week 8:
Total Weight Loss: 0

We finally went grocery shopping a few days ago, so hopefully I can start eating decently and get back on track.

[QueenDillyDally]

Week 3: SKIP

Totally forgot to weigh-in this weekend. Oops! :o

[lins_n_derek]

Current Height: 5'2"
Current Weight: 127
Week 1: -1.8/125.2
Week 2: -1.6/123.6
Week 3:+.4/124
Week 4:
Week 5:
Week 6:
Week 7:
Week 8:
Total Weight Loss: -3.0

[Natasha]

Current Height: 5'3"
Current Weight: 185
Week 1: n/a
Week 2: n/a
Week 3:-1.8/185
Week 4:
Week 5:
Week 6:
Week 7:
Week 8:
Total Weight Loss: -1.8

[jenjen0713]

Current Height: 5'7"
Current Weight: 154.5
Week 1: -3.0/151.5
Week 2: -1.0/150.5
Week 3:-0.5/150.0
Week 4:
Week 5:
Week 6:
Week 7:
Week 8:
Total Weight Loss: -4.5

[weightloss.challenge]

:D UPDATED! :D

Current Weight Loss Total: -63.3 lbs :D

Keep up the great work!!

[BumbleB]

Height: 5'7"
Current Weight: 188
Week 1: -0/188
Week 2: -.5/187.5
Week 3: -.5/187
Week 4:
Week 5:
Week 6:
Week 7:
Week 8:
Total Weight Loss: -1

I'm determined to make that a -1 for week 4!!! :rolleyes:

[sarahncraig]

Week 3: -2/220
Week 4: SKIP

[Reenie]

cocoa_femme Your avatar is so unbelievably cute! :D

[Happy1]

Week 1: -2.2/153.2
Week 2: -0.2/153.0
Week 3: +0.2/153.2
Week 4: -.8/152.4
Week 5:
Week 6:
Week 7:
Week 8
Total Weight Loss: -3

[Chris~n~Jen]

Week 1: -1/236
Week 2: +1/237
Week 3: -2/235
Week 4: -3/232
Week 5:
Week 6:
Week 7:
Week 8:
Total Weight Loss: -5

I'm thrilled!
Good job to all you losers! :p

[weightloss.challenge]

UPDATED! :)

Welcome cocoa_femme! Good Luck!

[cocoa_femme]

cocoa_femme Your avatar is so unbelievably cute! :D
Thanks!

[jesseybell]

Height: 5' 6"
Current Weight: 210
Week 1: -.4/209.6
Week 2: -.2/209.4
Week 3: -3.4/ 206
Week 4: -1.8 /204.2
Week 5:
Week 6:
Week 7:
Week 8
Total Weight Loss: -5.8

[chefker]

I forgot to post week 3! Maybe because it was a stupid gain. :(

Starting Weight: 141
Week 1: -.2/140.8
Week 2: SKIP
Week 3: +1.4/142.2
Week 4:
Week 5:
Week 6:
Week 7:
Week 8:
Total Weight Loss: + 1.2

Weighing in on Saturday for wk 4.

[IrishEyes]

Height: 5'8"
Current Weight: 164.2
Week 1: 0/164.2
Week 2: -2.4/161.8
Week 3: -0.6/161.2
Week 4: -0.8/160.4
Week 5:
Week 6:
Week 7:
Week 8:
Total Weight Loss: -3.8

[QueenDillyDally]

Week 4: +0.4/143.2
Week 5:
Week 6:
Week 7:
Week 8:
Total Weight Loss:-1.0

Blech! Once again, I am making no progress. :(

[tgr68]

Current Weight: 172.4
Week 1: +2.2/174.6
Week 2: -2.2/172.4
Week 3: -1.2/171.2
Week 4: +2.6/173.8
Week 5:
Week 6:
Week 7:
Week 8:
Total Weight Loss:+1.4

I don't know what happened this week. I've worked out 3 times (which is about 3x as much as I normally do :o), and I've stuck to my calories almost every single day. :confused: The only thing I can think of is that I'm ovulating, and my weight always peaks during O.

[Happy1]

tgr68 It could also be from fat turning to muscle. If you aren't used to exercising, it seems that the body appears to gain before it loses. Muscle weighs more than fat so you did some fabulous stuff for your body by exercising but it just takes a bit for your body to adjust.

Nikki :D

[Reenie]

tgr I am another "weight is ridiculous around ovulation." :rolleyes: It's so frustrating. Stick with it and I'm sure you'll see a loss next week. :)

[QueenDillyDally]

I don't know what happened this week. I've worked out 3 times (which is about 3x as much as I normally do :o), and I've stuck to my calories almost every single day. :confused: The only thing I can think of is that I'm ovulating, and my weight always peaks during O.

trgr -
I know that it is frustrating, but if you stuck to your food plan and exercised, it will eventually come off. I find that it usually takes the body two weeks to catch up with the loss. So, if your weight is up this week, and you continue to follow your plan, it will show good results next week. Keep your chin up! You are doing a great job staying on plan! :)

[MLA]

Week 1: -0.0/116.9
Week 2: -1.5/115.4
Week 3: +1.0/116.4
Week 4: -1.2/115.2
Week 5:
Week 6:
Week 7:
Week 8:
Total Weight Loss: -1.7

[mmeblue]

Current Weight: 175
Week 1: -3.5/171.5
Week 2: -3.5/168
Week 3: -0/168
Week 4: -4/164
Week 5:
Week 6:
Week 7:
Week 8:
Total Weight Loss: -11

[bamboo]

Week 1: -.6/172
Week 2: +1/173
Week 3:-.6/172.4
Week 4:-.4/172
Week 5:
Week 6:
Week 7:
Week 8:
Total Weight Loss: -.6

ARGH, I am so fed up with myself! I've spent three weeks just getting to the same place I was after week 1. I'll have 4-5 good days of eating and then 1-2 days of really bad eating. I don't know why I can't just stick with it :( I'm doing well with working out, I just can't get my diet under control.

[PG-rated]

Week 1: +1/209
Week 2: -2/207
Week 3: +1/208
Week 4: 0/208
Week 5:
Week 6:
Week 7:
Week 8:
Total Weight Loss: 0

I know exactly how you feel, bamboo. I was doing great all week, then went out for dinner and drinks and doubled my calorie intake for the day. Blech. The only consolation I can offer is that eventually even the smallest percentages of a pound do add up.

[Reenie]

Week 4: -0.6/134.6 (4/29/07)
Total Weight Loss:-4.4

Good job everybody! I have been perfect on this all week and it's still only a little loss. *shrug* I guess maybe it has to do with having AF. Hopefully, next week it will be more.

MLA You're so close! You can do it this week to make your long-term goal! :D

[weightloss.challenge]

Updated! :)

The following profile will be deleted during the next update if we do not receive an update:
MrsB716

Check out our totals in post #2! We've lost 70 pounds so far! :D :D :D

[espresso]

Wahoo! I'm on a roll!

Week 1: 0/154.0
Week 2: +1.5/155.5
Week 3: -4/151.5
Week 4: -1/150.5
Week 5:
Week 6:
Week 7:
Week 8:
Total Weight Loss: -3.5


We are doing a dance themed concert at work (I'm a music teacher :) ) so I have been dancing like crazy with kids! That seems to help a lot!

[Jessie]

Week 1: -.2/189.9
Week 2: 0/189.9
Week 3:SKIP
Week 4:-1/188.9
Week 5:
Week 6:
Week 7:
Week 8:
Total Weight Loss: -1.2

[LIZNKEITH]

Current Weight: 171.2
Week 1: -2.0/169.2
Week 2: -.4/168.8
Week 3: SKIP
Week 4: SKIP
Week 5:
Week 6:
Week 7:
Week 8:
Total Weight Loss:-2.4


I keep forgetting to weigh!

[Mystikal]

*sigh* I hate to bring the loss down, but I'm gonna have to if I want to keep myself accountable.

Current Weight: 145.2 (4/1/07)
Week 1: -1.8/143.4 (4/8/07)
Week 2: SKIP
Week 3: SKIP
WEEK 4: -.2/143.2
Week 5: +2
Week 6:
Week 7:
Week 8:
Total Weight Loss: 0

Now I'm just back where I started. :( I'm trying to something new this week, so hopefully next weigh-in will be a good one...

[chefker]

Darn, I'm behind once again...didn't update my weight because I was OOT. :o


Starting Weight: 141
Week 1: -.2/140.8
Week 2: SKIP
Week 3: +1.4/142.2
Week 4: -.7/141.5
Week 5:
Week 6:
Week 7:
Week 8:
Total Weight Loss: +.5

Not back into the negative yet, but a step in the right direction...

[MLA]

MLA You're so close! You can do it this week to make your long-term goal! :D

I don't know -- I was pretty bad this weekend, and AF should be here any day now. I generally gain or stay flat with AF, so it may be another week or so. But I'm very happy that I'm so close! :)

[weightloss.challenge]

UPDATED!

[jenjen0713]

Current Weight: 154.5
Week 1: -3.0/151.5
Week 2: -1.0/150.5
Week 3: -0.5/150
Week 4: -.5/149.5
Week 5:
Week 6:
Week 7:
Week 8:
Total Weight Loss: -5.0

[ambula704]

Current Weight: 153
Week 1: -2.2/150.8
Week 2: +.2/151
Week 3: +2/153
Week 4: +1/154
Week 5:
Week 6:
Week 7:
Week 8:
Total Weight Loss: +1

I had another week of not watching AT ALL and had a gain...which was expected. But I am back on track (hopefully) this week and look to see small loss this week...lets hope, anyway!

Its a very stressful time at work and in grad school, not to mention with my DH's grandmother in the hospital still. For some reason, I just let myself eat whatever I want! I know its a stress/comfort thing...so I am trying to reduce stress and take control. Its my own fault and I need to stop making excuses!

Congrats to everyone out there who is losing...you guys are doing great!!

[lins_n_derek]

Current Weight: 124.4Week 1:
Week 2:
Week 3:
Week 4: +.4/124.4
Week 5:
Week 6:
Week 7:
Week 8:
Total Weight Loss: -2.6

I am so sad that I gained again. However, I went to canoeing this weekend and ate whatever I wanted so it's to be expected!

[Natasha]

Current Height: 5'3"
Current Weight: 185
Week 1: n/a
Week 2: n/a
Week 3:-1.8/185
Week 4:-1/184
Week 5:
Week 6:
Week 7:
Week 8:
Total Weight Loss: -2.8

WooHoo, I was even a little bad!

[BumbleB]

Height: 5'7"
Current Weight: 188
Week 1: -0/188
Week 2: -.5/187.5
Week 3: -.5/187
Week 4: -1/186
Week 5:
Week 6:
Week 7:
Week 8:
Total Weight Loss: -2


Finally a - of 1 WHOLE pound!!! 8 more to go for my challenge goal - I think I can do it. :cool:

[weightloss.challenge]

Updated! :)

Check out our totals in post #2; we're almost at the 80 pound mark! :D

[tgr68]

As early as this is to call, I'm going to go ahead and skip this week. :( It been pretty rough, and I've pretty well eaten everything in sight. Darn emotional eating!! :mad:

Current Weight: 172.4
Week 1: +2.2/174.6
Week 2: -2.2/172.4
Week 3: -1.2/171.2
Week 4: +2.6/173.8
Week 5: SKIP
Week 6:
Week 7:
Week 8:
Total Weight Loss:+1.4

[ellidew]

tgr- Sorry you are having a tough week. I hope things get better.

I'm having problems too. I'm not emotional eating or stress eating i just seem to be constantly hungry! maybe i'm pregnant ;) jk! Seriously, I eat and then i'm still hungry. My stomach has been growling this week for the first time in i don't know how long. LA Weightloss lets you eat so much food that i'm not typically hungry but this week i can't seem to satisfy my stomach or my taste buds. Maybe it's because i have a cold complete with runny nose, sore throat, and drowsiness. Yuck.

[tgr68]

Ellidew~Ugh! I hope you start feeling better soon. I've been fighting allergies this week myself, so I imagine that's part of what's causing me to eat everything in sight.