90 Day Weight Loss Challenge

[CoachMarcus]

I'm starting a 90 Day Weight Loss Challenge on January 1, 2016.

My goal is to lose 20 pounds. I previously lost 60 pounds from May 2011 through December 2012 and would like to trim down a bit more.

Anyone interested?

Track your starting weight on Day 1 and your ending weight on Day 90.  This group will be here to encourage and support each other, while also holding each other accountable.  Feel free to share your successes and challenges, along with any helpful tips.  You can also ask questions. 

[Bogdel]

Thanks, @MusicMaker! Mission accomplished: I exceeded my 20 lbs 90-Day Goal by 4 lbs. I was uncertain that I can make it in the beginning, but am very encouraged and exited now. Thanks for your words of encouragement. 

Best wishes as you head on to your next challenge!

Ellie

[Bogdel]

Amazing, @Tave! Congratulations, and best wishes as you continue this great adventure to your perfect weight and health. You are an inspiration to me!

Ellie

[Bogdel]

Congratulations, @RubyH! You made it! You are an inspiration. 

Best wishes as you continue your journey to optimal health!

Ellie

[CoachMarcus]

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@Bogdel wrote:

Hello, Everyone! I am happy to report that I reached my 90 day goal and I lost a total of 24 lbs (10.8 Kg). My goal was to loose 20 lbs. I started at 183.5 lbs on January 7, and was 159.5 lbs on March 26.

Thanks, @CoachMarcus for the challenge, and thank you all for your encouragement and tips along the way. I am heading on to my next 10 lbs down by the middle of May. 

Best wishes to you all as you continue your journey to optimal health.

Ellie

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Congrats @Bogdel!!!!!  Losing 24 pounds is a huge accomplishment.  Feel free to share any advice, tips, and encouragement that you believe could benefit people on their journey!  

I plan on starting another 90 Day Challenge on April 1, 2015.  My goal is to lose 15 more pounds. 

[CoachMarcus]

@scalemedown - Awesome!!! Congrats on losing over 30 pounds!!!  That is a huge accomplishment.  Feel free to share any advice & tips you believe could help other people on their journey. 

@scalemedown wrote:

Hi Coach Marcus, I am a couple of days early but will report now on my results of the 90 day challenge as I do not know if I will have coverage on the actual due date.

  I started this challenge on the 1-1-16 at   68 kilos and am now 54.3 kilos so I have passed my hopeful expectations by a good amount.  In pounds that would be   68 kgs is 149.6 lbs   and   54.3 kgs is  119.5 lbs  so that is a loss of 30.1 lbs in just short of 90 days.

  Thank you for the challenge.

  Scalemedown.

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[CoachMarcus]

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@RubyH wrote:

Mar 25 Check In, Happy Easter All,

SW   Jan 3, 154.1

         Feb 6, 149.9

         Mar 5, 141.8

LW   Mar 19, 137.8

CW  Mar 25,  136.7 (BMI 25.8)

UGW  126 (BMI 23.7) loss to date 17.3 lbs, 11 lbs to goal.

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Great job @RubyH!!!!

[RubyH]

Hi @CoachMarcus, can you help me understand what my Body Fat % is telling me, the following is my Day by Day Weigh Ins since 3/3

3/3 weight 141.3 BF 35%

4/3             141.1      37%

5/3             141.8      34.8

6/3             141.6       33.7

7/3             141.3      32.0

8/3             140.9      34.

9/3             141.6      31.

10/3           140.2     33.1

11/3           139.6     34.1

12/3           140.       34.2

13/3           139.4     34.6

14/3           140.      35.1

15/3           139.8     35.5

16/3           139.6     35.4

17/3           138.3     35.4

18/3           139.1     35.3

19/3           137.8     35.

20/3           138.3     34.9

22/3           138.5     35.4

23/3           137.4     34.6

24/6           137.8     34.6

25/3            136.7    34.6

26/3            137.2     34.8

27/3            137.4     34.8

29/3             136.3    34.7  I know my weight will naturally fluctuate the closer I get to goal but my body fat % is essentially staying the same, can you give me an idea as to why this is so? And thankyou for this challenge it has helped me to stick to my targets.

[CoachMarcus]

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@RubyH wrote:

Hi @CoachMarcus, can you help me understand what my Body Fat % is telling me, the following is my Day by Day Weigh Ins since 3/3

3/3 weight 141.3 BF 35%

4/3             141.1      37%

5/3             141.8      34.8

6/3             141.6       33.7

7/3             141.3      32.0

8/3             140.9      34.

9/3             141.6      31.

10/3           140.2     33.1

11/3           139.6     34.1

12/3           140.       34.2

13/3           139.4     34.6

14/3           140.      35.1

15/3           139.8     35.5

16/3           139.6     35.4

17/3           138.3     35.4

18/3           139.1     35.3

19/3           137.8     35.

20/3           138.3     34.9

22/3           138.5     35.4

23/3           137.4     34.6

24/6           137.8     34.6

25/3            136.7    34.6

26/3            137.2     34.8

27/3            137.4     34.8

29/3             136.3    34.7  I know my weight will naturally fluctuate the closer I get to goal but my body fat % is essentially staying the same, can you give me an idea as to why this is so? And thankyou for this challenge it has helped me to stick to my targets.

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Looks like you are doing a good job with losing weight.  Are you doing primarily cardiovascular exercises and watching your diet to lose weight?

To get a consistent body fat percentage count each day, make sure you are weighing yourself and obtaining your numbers at the same time each day.  Your body fat percentage has decreased a small bit.  If you want to reduce your body fat percentage, then you will need to do muscle building exercises.  Cardiovascular exercises will help you lose weight, but you will also lose muscle mass if you are not doing resistance training exercises 2 to 3 days per week.  You will also need to make sure you are consuming lean protein in your diet to help repair and build muscle.

[JazzyPaz]

I also want to lose some pounds, but I have some trouble finding things that work. Any suggestions?

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My goal is to lose 20 pounds. I previously lost 60 pounds from May 2011 through December 2012 and would like to trim down a bit more.

Anyone interested?

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[CoachMarcus]

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@JazzyPaz wrote:

I also want to lose some pounds, but I have some trouble finding things that work. Any suggestions?

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My goal is to lose 20 pounds. I previously lost 60 pounds from May 2011 through December 2012 and would like to trim down a bit more.

Anyone interested?

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@JazzyPaz

  What is your weight loss goal?  What have you been doing to lose weight?

[RubyH]

@CoachMarcus, I am mainly doing walking and a half hour on the elliptical every day, as to my diet it is between 800 to 1000 cal intake every day 20g Nett Carbs 60g Protein and remainder in healthy fats, Everyday I aim for 1200 cals but cant seem to squeeze them in without feeling ill, so I have slowed my exercise a little to adjust my body slowly to a higher intake, but have also raised my protein intake to 70g a day as I was concerned that I may be burning more muscle than fat. I plan to add in some Zumba (for the over 60's) to my exercise regimen when it arrives, with hand weight weights, as my heart rate and heart strength needs improving as well as my overall body strength.

Cheers Ruby.

[RubyH]

@CoachMarcus, I am mainly doing walking and a half hour on the elliptical every day, as to my diet it is between 800 to 1000 cal intake every day 20g Nett Carbs 60g Protein and remainder in healthy fats, Everyday I aim for 1200 cals but cant seem to squeeze them in without feeling ill, so I have slowed my exercise a little to adjust my body slowly to a higher intake, but have also raised my protein intake to 70g a day as I was concerned that I may be burning more muscle than fat. I plan to add in some Zumba (for the over 60's) to my exercise regimen when it arrives, with hand weight weights, as my heart rate and heart strength needs improving as well as my overall body strength. I weigh myself every morning, straight out of bed and immediately after a toilet stop.

Cheers Ruby.

[CoachMarcus]

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@RubyH wrote:

@CoachMarcus, I am mainly doing walking and a half hour on the elliptical every day, as to my diet it is between 800 to 1000 cal intake every day 20g Nett Carbs 60g Protein and remainder in healthy fats, Everyday I aim for 1200 cals but cant seem to squeeze them in without feeling ill, so I have slowed my exercise a little to adjust my body slowly to a higher intake, but have also raised my protein intake to 70g a day as I was concerned that I may be burning more muscle than fat. I plan to add in some Zumba (for the over 60's) to my exercise regimen when it arrives, with hand weight weights, as my heart rate and heart strength needs improving as well as my overall body strength. I weigh myself every morning, straight out of bed and immediately after a toilet stop.

Cheers Ruby.

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@RubyH As we grow older the body naturally loses muscle mass.  Zumba will be a good cardiovascular workout.  However, I recommended adding resistance training for your body's major muscle groups:  Arms, Back, Chest, and Legs.  You can use your body weight, dumbbells, resistance bands, or machines.  If you don't know where to begin, I suggest scheduling an appointment with one of the trainers at the gym you are attending.  

[RubyH]

Thank you @CoachMarcus, I will do that. I appreciate your time, many thanks.

[CoachMarcus]

Hey Guys.  The initial 90 Day Weight Loss Challenge that began on January 1, 2016 ends on March 30, 2016.  Feel free to share your results.

The 90 Day Weight Loss Challenge is a continuous challenge, which means anyone can join at anytime.  We are here to encourage and support you along the way.

I am starting a new challenge on Friday, April 1, 2016.  Feel free to comment to let the group know you are in. I want to lose another 15 to 20 pounds on the next 90 Day Weight Loss Challenge.

[CoachMarcus]

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@RubyH wrote:

Thank you @CoachMarcus, I will do that. I appreciate your time, many thanks.

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@RubyH - You're welcome.  Keep us posted on your results.

[RubyH]

I will @CoachMarcus, I have just started on the Easter to Memorial Day Challenge and hope to achieve my UG of 57kg (125.7 lbs and a BMI of 23.7) by or before August and my diet is still moving in the right direction albeit a little slower now.

Cheers Ruby.

[RubyH]

I am also in for the next 90 day challenge too.

[KNix1985]

I am in a similar situation. I've lost 55 pounds and need to lose about 30 more so I'll be in as well.

[rubbyrose3]

Yes I in

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