Weigh-in Week of March 3

[kelownagirl]

Anyone still need to do this for the motivation because I find it does help me...

I hate to admit I have not lost one ounce for the past three weeks. I am still exactly 122.1 Maybe my scale is stuck. I was supposed to be 120 by March 1. Oh well, as long as I reach my goal of 115 by July 1st and my weight doesn't go UP...

Last night I took a look at my measurements from March last year and compared them to now. I have lost 20 inches over all. 4 inches each of my waist, hips, tummy and 1 1/2 - 2 1/2 inches off my arms, thighs, bust etc... The only place I haven't lost any inches are my calves but they don't have any fat on them so that's probably why. I have dropped 2-3 sizes as well. I was wearing a 10 and now I'm back to a 6. Yay! I'm still not "bikini worthy" and my fat %age is not low enough yet so I am going to continue to work at it. I really want to see if I can get down to an athelete's body for this one summer and see if it makes any difference to my biking. After that I'm going to just enjoy life and let my weight settle wherever it does. Within reason of course. I would be content with 122-125 in the end.

[LBTC]

Hi, KG

Today's weigh in was the milestone of 5 pounds lost since Jan 1. Yay! My weight loss has not exactly gone as planned, since I have not been exercising as much as I want to....but these health issues will begin to normalize, I hope, and I can push myself a bit harder then.

When the season gets into full swing I'm sure you'll start to see the firming that you'd like. In the meantime be super proud of the changes you've already made! You've done so well in the last year! Three cheers for Kelownagirl!

Yay!

Hugs and happy butterflies,
~T~

[Mr. Bloom]

I have lost 20 inches over all. 4 inches each of my waist, hips, tummy and 1 1/2 - 2 1/2 inches off my arms, thighs, bust etc... The only place I haven't lost any inches are my calves but they don't have any fat on them so that's probably why. I have dropped 2-3 sizes as well. I was wearing a 10 and now I'm back to a 6. Yay!



Today's weigh in was the milestone of 5 pounds lost since Jan 1. Yay!

Outstanding Progress. Let's keep focused...I keep reminding myself, it's a marathon, not a sprint.

Two pounds for me this week, but I'm hugely frustrated with daily fluctuations. I'm down 23 pounds since 12/30, but progress has slowed considerably.

I know, you're going to say "don't weigh yourself daily", but I find that regular 'feedback' to keep the discipline.

[Triskeliongirl]

...Last night I took a look at my measurements from March last year and compared them to now. I have lost 20 inches over all. 4 inches each of my waist, hips, tummy and 1 1/2 - 2 1/2 inches off my arms, thighs, bust etc....

BIG CONGRATS! That is outstanding progress. Perhaps you really have reached a natural minimum. When I was younger, just like you I lost a lot of weight but stalled around 120, and then I really upped my marathon training and cut out more food to get to 115, but when I checked my bodyfat, I realized that to get below 120 I had to start losing muscle, which backfired, and then I rapidly gained the weight back and more, losing my calorie burning muscle tissue! I am also curious what your starting weight was a year ago.

[Bikingmomof3]

My focus has been on lean muscle. I wear a size 6 and plan to stay in a 6. Anything smaller (and I have been a size 0), I personally do not think looks good on me, I like curves. :)

Since changing my routine almost 4 weeks ago, I have shed 12 pounds, but more importantly for me, 8". I have not yet taken my measurements for this week, but guess another 2" change.

Off the top of my head, I do not have my body fat % decrease, but it has steadily declined. Yippee! :D

Overall, in the past year I have shed 60 pounds and 59" overall. :cool:

It took me 2 pregnancies and years of not caring to gain, so I expect a slow, slow change in my body. healthy is good. :)

[Pika]

Yikes- I am back to 140-(that is up about .5lb)
I think my body loves being at 140 I have to really struggle to get below that.
This week I was eating real food again (vs. the cleanse food)so that is likely part of it-and knowing myself, it is not what I'm eating-which is really good stuff- but the volume that I am eating:( too bad I really love to eat.
My exercise this week
Sunday swim-2000m
Tues run 8km
Wed bike- killer suffer-o-rama compliments of evil troy
Sat- long slow run 2hr.10 min.

looking back, I do see that I missed a few workout this lst week too! Better get back on track this week.

I wish I had thought of measuring myself first- it would be nice to see that number change as well as weight.
Here's to a better week this week:)

[Bikingmomof3]

I wish I had thought of measuring myself first- it would be nice to see that number change as well as weight.
Here's to a better week this week:)

Measure yourself now. It is very satisfying to see areas tone up and tose numbers change.

[kelownagirl]

BIG CONGRATS! That is outstanding progress. Perhaps you really have reached a natural minimum. When I was younger, just like you I lost a lot of weight but stalled around 120, and then I really upped my marathon training and cut out more food to get to 115, but when I checked my bodyfat, I realized that to get below 120 I had to start losing muscle, which backfired, and then I rapidly gained the weight back and more, losing my calorie burning muscle tissue! I am also curious what your starting weight was a year ago.

I was 141 lbs a year ago. I "dieted" from April - July and lost about 11 lbs. I also started riding then and that contributed to the loss for sure. Then I just enjoyed my summer, rode lots, and ate what I wanted - gained back only 2 lbs. I dieted again in the fall and lost another 6 lbs and then enjoyed th Christmas break - gained back 2 lbs again. Then I started dieting again in January. This has been the hardest session because I am dieting but I am just barely losing weight. I suspect that it is the lack of exercise but I am at least happy that I am not gaining weight which I would be if I ate the way I used to. Once I can get a regular 100-150 km in a week, it'll be interesting to see if the fat comes off more easily. If not, I will resign myself to this weight. I think I look great right now, in regular clothes anyway. :) And maybe those tummy rolls from 3 pregnancies will never go away eh? I also working hard at the weights so I don't lose muscle. Ultimately, it won't be the weight I look at, it'll be the measuring tape and the appearance.

[kelownagirl]

Congrats on your losses everyone! BMO - 59" wow! That is amazing and it sounds like you have a very good, realistic "plan." I think the hardest thing for me (and probably most people) when I started "dieting," was not expecting huge drops. The miracle diets just don't happen. I am content with long-term goals (25 lbs in 15 months) and I take breaks to enjoy life too. When I get married in two weeks, there is no way I'm going to diet. I may gain back a pound or two but what the heck. I have no intentions to be less than a size 6 either. I want to have boobs for one thing. :)

I often use the word "diet" in quotations because it's not really a diet per se for me anymore. It's just thoughtful healthy eating. I DO count calories when I am "dieting" if nothing else but to stop myself from silly eating - handfuls of this and that, thoughtless calories for no good reason.

[Bikingmomof3]

Congrats on your losses everyone! BMO - 59" wow! That is amazing and it sounds like you have a very good, realistic "plan." I think the hardest thing for me (and probably most people) when I started "dieting," was not expecting huge drops. The miracle diets just don't happen. I am content with long-term goals (25 lbs in 15 months) and I take breaks to enjoy life too. When I get married in two weeks, there is no way I'm going to diet. I may gain back a pound or two but what the heck. I have no intentions to be less than a size 6 either. I want to have boobs for one thing. :)

I often use the word "diet" in quotations because it's not really a diet per se for me anymore. It's just thoughtful healthy eating. I DO count calories when I am "dieting" if nothing else but to stop myself from silly eating - handfuls of this and that, thoughtless calories for no good reason.

Thank you. I am where I want to be weight wise. I am now focusing on lean muscle build-up and maintaining my size 6 body.

[snowtulip]

Wow, great job everyone. I'm always so glad to come back here for motivation.

Things are not moving for me, I've gained two pounds lost no inches and I can't figure it out!

I started a vegetarian diet late last year, stick to 1200-1300 calories a day (using calorie king to track my food) and work out 5-6 days a week (strength and aerobic) and NADA, ZIP, NOTHING. I'd be fine if I was gaining, but losing inches. Aargh!:confused:

Good thing I can reflect on your suceess to keep me going, thanks everyone for sharing, it keeps me focused.

[Bikingmomof3]

Wow, great job everyone. I'm always so glad to come back here for motivation.

Things are not moving for me, I've gained two pounds lost no inches and I can't figure it out!

I started a vegetarian diet late last year, stick to 1200-1300 calories a day (using calorie king to track my food) and work out 5-6 days a week (strength and aerobic) and NADA, ZIP, NOTHING. I'd be fine if I was gaining, but losing inches. Aargh!:confused:

Good thing I can reflect on your suceess to keep me going, thanks everyone for sharing, it keeps me focused.

Have you thought of increasing your daily caloric intake? You are exercising quite a bit, so it may be the boost your body needs. :)

[limewave]

Hi Everyone,
I've been checking out the thread and using it as encouragement for myself. For the most part, I'm pretty content with where I've been at. I'm a size 12--sexy and curvy ;) I ran a marathon this last fall and I'd like to run another two or three this year. I want to improve my time and I figure one of the best ways to help me out is to drop some weight.

I could use some input. Right now, I weigh 170lbs. I do pilates for 30 minutes 3-4 days a week, run 45 to 60 min 3 to 4 days and ride my trainer for 45 to 60 minutes 3-4 days a week. I usually carry my daughter hiking or snow-shoeing for 1.5 to 2 hrs once a week as well. Sunday is my rest day. Phew.

Normally I eat 2400 calories a day. But, as I am trying to lose weight, I've cut it back to 1500-1800: 50% carbs, 25% pro, 25% fat.

I have lost no weight. In fact, I've gained 1.5 lbs. I also have not lost any inches. My jeans are snug :(

Any ideas on how to get things jump started? I'm concerned about cutting my calories any more because when I do that, I don't have the energy to do my workouts. I could use some encouragement.

Thanks everyone!

[kelownagirl]

Hi Everyone,
I've been checking out the thread and using it as encouragement for myself. For the most part, I'm pretty content with where I've been at. I'm a size 12--sexy and curvy ;) I ran a marathon this last fall and I'd like to run another two or three this year. I want to improve my time and I figure one of the best ways to help me out is to drop some weight.

I could use some input. Right now, I weigh 170lbs. I do pilates for 30 minutes 3-4 days a week, run 45 to 60 min 3 to 4 days and ride my trainer for 45 to 60 minutes 3-4 days a week. I usually carry my daughter hiking or snow-shoeing for 1.5 to 2 hrs once a week as well. Sunday is my rest day. Phew.

Normally I eat 2400 calories a day. But, as I am trying to lose weight, I've cut it back to 1500-1800: 50% carbs, 25% pro, 25% fat.

I have lost no weight. In fact, I've gained 1.5 lbs. I also have not lost any inches. My jeans are snug :(

Any ideas on how to get things jump started? I'm concerned about cutting my calories any more because when I do that, I don't have the energy to do my workouts. I could use some encouragement.

Thanks everyone!

Wow, I can't believe the amount of calories you are burning off. Makes me exhausted just thinking about it! First of all, how long has it been since ou cut back on calories? It sometimes takes a couple of weeks for your body to start dropping the weight. Second of all, with all the excercise you do, you need to figure out what your basic caloric needs are, factor in how many calories you burn off and then figure out how much you need to eat. You may not be eating enough actually. Were you gaining weight at 2400? You can track some of this info at Fitday or Sparkpeople or pay for the WW site if that helps.

Good luck!

[kelownagirl]

limewave- I was looking at some sites where you can calculate the number of calories you need to consume to maintain or lose weight. You can find them if you google it. Anyway the answers vary from site to site but there is some fairly common ranges in there. One thing I read was that you shouldn't consume less than 10 calories per pound of your current weight, which would be mean you shouldn't eat less than 1700. And with all your activity, it should probably be higher than that...

Hope that helps.

[limewave]

limewave- I was looking at some sites where you can calculate the number of calories you need to consume to maintain or lose weight. You can find them if you google it. Anyway the answers vary from site to site but there is some fairly common ranges in there. One thing I read was that you shouldn't consume less than 10 calories per pound of your current weight, which would be mean you shouldn't eat less than 1700. And with all your activity, it should probably be higher than that...

Hope that helps.

Thanks for checking that out for me. It has been only 2 weeks since I've really started monitoring my calories. Before that I was just trying to be "good" with no success. The scale finally budged this morning! Just .4 lbs, so technically I"m still up a pound from where I was 2 weeks ago, but still, I'm happy.

[mtbdarby]

Good job Limewave! You make me tired too;)

I'm hanging at 152 - a 3 pound loss so far. I need to get out the tape measure again because pants are getting looser and my legs are feeling tighter. I also need to start counting calories again. So kick me in the ar$e folks - summer is around the corner (ok, maybe around the corner and down the street, but it's coming!).

[GLC1968]

Hey all!

Just over 3 weeks ago, I hit my highest weight since I started biking at 158.9 lbs. (I'm 5'4"). That same day, I made a decision to log 3 days of eating healthy and balanced. That was a Fri, Sat and Sun. Then Monday came around and I decided to extend my goal by the week since weekdays are easier for me anyway. Then I got to Friday and decided that I wanted one more good weekend under my belt. By the following Monday, I was already noticing how much better I felt. My moods were even, my skin improved, my energy levels up...and all this while nursing a back injury that hit me the day after I saw that high weight! I was on a roll!!

Now, it's been about 3.5 weeks and I'm down 5 lbs. I have only ridden once during this time due to the back problem, but yet I feel 500% better.

Anyway, my back feels much, much better today, so I am going to start ramping up the activity again. I plan to keep on my eating plan....so I'd like to join in the check-in here if y'all will have me. :)

Assuming that my back continues to improve, I have plans to complete my first mountain century on May 5th. My goal is to see how much weight I can drop between now and then (safely, of course). :D

[kelownagirl]

Here's a virtual kick for you, Dar. <<<<boot>>>>

Ooh, those ones have pointy toes...

3-4 months until swimsuit season. I am focussed on doing my upper body weights and my ab work 3-4 times a week (I try to alternate one each day.) It doesn't take tooooo long so even if I'm busy, I can usually squeeze it in before I go to bed. Cardio on the other hand is much tougher. Once I can ride everyday.... Sigh....

Good luck everyone and welcome GLC!



Good job Limewave! You make me tired too;)

I'm hanging at 152 - a 3 pound loss so far. I need to get out the tape measure again because pants are getting looser and my legs are feeling tighter. I also need to start counting calories again. So kick me in the ar$e folks - summer is around the corner (ok, maybe around the corner and down the street, but it's coming!).

[snowtulip]

You all continue to do great!

BMO3 - Thanks for the advice, I'm uping my calories a little bit to see if that helps out!!

[Tuckervill]

I know, you're going to say "don't weigh yourself daily", but I find that regular 'feedback' to keep the discipline.

I had to stop weighing myself for 3 weeks. When I finally did go a whole week without weighing, I broke the plateau that I had been on. 2 pounds. YAY! :)

I can look back and see where I had a good mindset about food and making good choices, reasoning it out, etc., during that last week. I've been incredibly busy getting the new baseball season off the ground, and I don't think I've turned on the stove in weeks. So good choices when I'm out are important.

I don't think I'm going to weigh that often anymore. Maybe weekly, maybe when I feel I've been doing well.

Karen

[Tuckervill]

KG, the wedding's in TWO WEEKS?! Life comes at me too fast.

May you see your children's children. :)

Karen

[Mr. Bloom]

That same day, I made a decision to log 3 days of eating healthy and balanced. That was a Fri, Sat and Sun. Then Monday came around and I decided to extend my goal by the week since weekdays are easier for me anyway. Then I got to Friday and decided that I wanted one more good weekend under my belt.

I'm taking Silver's advice and logging everything I eat. I'm convinced that looking at what you eat is critical to keeping a sober perspective.

[kelownagirl]

Logging everything I eat forces me to think about everything I put into my mouth. I'm not a huge eater but I'm amazed at the 100's of useless calories I can consume for no apparent reason.... Right now, I have my food log on share at sparkpeople and that makes me even more cautious about what I eat because peple can read it. :eek: :rolleyes:

[Pika]

Good idea about a food log- I haven't done that for a while- it does help- thinking back on the last few days -hmmm not so good, loads of empty calories- crazy thing is I think many of the times I eat snack food (yesterday I had 4 count'em 4 packets of sesame snaps) i was actually just thirsty!- I don't drink enough water- I find it hard, I was making and drinking a good amount of "ginger tea" guesss I should get back to that- I think it would limit my snacking.
does anyone else have trouble staying hydrated? What do you try to help?

[kelownagirl]

I am TERRIBLE at drinking enough. I have a cup of coffee in the morning and a glass of water when I take my vitamins and that's it. I often don't drink all day. I'll usually have a 2nd glass around suppertime. I need to find ways to make myself drink. I have several water bottles on my desk. One is full but I don't drink it. Maybe I should buy some of that crystal light stuff (single serving size). Maybe I'd drink it if it was flavoured?? I don't know. Thanks for briging this up. I need to work on this.

[Wahine]

I never drink enough either. I find making tea helpful and always carrying my fancy dancy camelback H2O bottle with me. I tend to sip if I have it. I just have to remember to bring it along.

[kelownagirl]

Actually, I need to qualify that. I'm good at drinking, just not water. Gimme a margarita or a glass of red wine (better yet a bottle) or a white russian, or a shmirnoff ice or a ...

[LBTC]

hahahaha

Good one, KG

Tonight, I broke down. Gave in. Gave up. The Naturopathic diet has not made any improvements for me. I decided I would give on one forbidden item. It has taken me 2 1/2 hours to drink half a glass of white wine. I think I'll let DH finish it. I feel sleepy, but I sure don't feel any worse! :)

Hugs and butterflies,
~T~

[GLC1968]

When I fall off the water-drinking wagon, I start making sure that I finish an entire glass of water (about 12 oz) before each meal/feeding. Once I've done that for a few days, I start just naturally drinking more. I also keep a big mug of cool water at my desk all day.

I also 100% agree with logging honestly! It's amazing how many extra calories a taste of this or a piece of that adds up to. When weight loss slows, I also start measuring...particularly condiments which can add up quickly.

[Bikingmomof3]

I drink copious amounts of water, about 192oz a day or more. That does not include my morning coffee and evening tea. :)

I too write down everything I eat. Journaling has helped me make adjustments as needed and keeps me motivated.

[jusdooit]

Congrats to all for your efforts!!!! Just want to add that drinking enough is very important. But not just water, drinking milk can aid in weight loss. No one knows why, but it does. Also I have found that we underestimate our caloric intake. I know it's a pain, but actually measuring your food may help. In our supersize society when have a skewed idea of how much food it takes for a 1/2 cup serving. Remember a serving of meat is the size of a deck of cards (or the size of your palm). We all eat too much meat, and that equals weight. I limit myself to no more than one meat a day, but often go for days without meat. I lost 7 pounds last summer by riding and watching both what and how much I ate.

Good luck to all..............and be patient.