New year new me

[Piglet0403]

Hello all I am starting this thread to hold myself accountable from Oct. 1-Jan.1 I am starting at 259.8. My goal is to be down by at least 30lbs by January 1. Feel free to join me on my journey. I can always use the support.

Starting weight: 275

Current weight:259.8

Goal weight:229.8

Ultimate goal weight:145

[WendyB]

Good Luck! Im sure you will do fine!

[MRose]

Hi @Piglet0403, and CONGRATS on your weight-already-lost!

Heading into the holidays when Americans tend to gain anywhere from 1-10 lb, search for some tips that will help you overcome those obstacles! The big culprits here are desserts and alcoholic drinks, so make a few if/thens! I.e. "If there is going to be an office potluck, then I'll bring a healthy dessert, like a bowl of fruit or sugar-free poached peaches" and "If there will be alcohol involved, then I won't drink/then I'll drink gin and tonic/then I'll do only one skinny margarita/then I'll stick to club soda and lime." What I do during this time is, if there will be alcohol involved, I always immediately volunteer to be DD, even if it's just an office party and one isn't really needed. That way, people know you can't/won't drink and are far less likely to pressure you to do so.

One HUGE thing that has helped me and my husband in losing weight over the past year is a very-visual poster board with a progress graph. When we meet our goals (i.e. 5 more lbs lost, 2% body fat lost, etc), we remove a Post-It note that reveals a non-food reward that we are now able to "redeem." For instance, one of his is purchasing a new workout bag, and he was not allowed to do so until the goal was met. One of mine was going to go see a movie. And if weight is gained, there is a "payment" plan: If I gained a pound, I owe the piggy bank $5 for computer parts, or if he gains, he owes the piggy bank $5 for a Hobby Lobby trip that he has to attend 🙂 

Depending on where you live, go for nature hikes! You can try putting 2-3 hikes on your calendar, and even do less "hike" and more "neighboorhood pumpkin patch with the cute dog/child/grandchild/niece/neighboor kid." I started volunteering more with the children in my church and when I host games, I average close to 20,000 steps (most of which are running)! The fall/winter is a lovely time to focus on weight loss and being outside (even if you're indoorsy like me). 

Since it's getting cooler now, everyone seems to be running to their local coffee places in search of something PSL-related. My friend introduced me to the lovely salted caramel mocha blend found here. If you can't find the canned coconut milk, it's near the Oriental/Thai food aisle in most stores.

Best of luck! Enjoy the need for buying smaller clothes!

[iMike]

Hello

I'd like to join your challenge.  I failed the last one I joined because I've been sick most of the entire month, so I've been unable to really exercise and I've eaten like crap.   Luckily my weight has stayed the same.  I'll make 30lbs my year-end goal. 

My stats:

Male / 37 years of age / 5'5"

Current/Starting Weight: 254.5lbs

January 1 Goal Weight: 224lbs

Ultimate Goal Weight: 150lbs

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Current Measurements:

Chest - 48"

Stomach - 50"

Waist - 42"

R/L Thigh - 27"

Neck - 18"

BMI - 42.26

Body Fat & - 28.49%

[Piglet0403]

 Thanks everyone. Mike I completely understand that. I have been having increased pain with my herniated. disc when moving more so not getting in a lot of steps so focusing on diet. Moving as much as possible pain wise. Finally getting diet on track after splurge for Labor day that never ended. I have surgery on Nov.4 unless something changes. Hoping I can get back on feet pretty quickly and pain free like last time to help with healing so I can get back to work. I know 30lbs is a lot but I feel up to the challenge.I am here if you need any support we can  do this. I just need to be careful around holiday sweets.

[Piglet0403]

So far so good. Following MFP to log calories have been consistant and scale showing changes. I have slowed on steps the last couple of weeks due to URI or cold. Sciatica still bad but light at the end of the tunnel. Surgery first of November hoping it goes as smoothly as first. Then I hope to be a lot more active once healed. Hope the slow down for healing doesn't impact goal weight loss of 30lbs we shall see. Good luck on everyone's plans on getting health

[Piglet0403]

Having a good weekend feeling better at least from URI/Cold. Staying on track with calories.  Looks as though the scale is moving the right way Wensday is offical weigh in but since I weigh daily and use trendweight I am heading the right direction. Have a blessed day everyone.

[Mcore]

You will do great @Piglet0403!  That's what you need to do. Set your goal and a date for when you want to accomplish it, after that I'm sure you will succeed. 

You got this!

[GisselleM]

Wow @Piglet0403 it seems to me that I just found a new group to join! Sometimes it can be a little difficult to start being more active, I understand that you'll be having surgery next month, I'm sure everything will be great during and after the surgery and you'll lose those 30 lbs by January 1st. 😄

We're here to support you! 

[Piglet0403]

I sure hope so. Kind of nervous this is the second time I have had this procedure. First time was wonderful result, until reinjured.  Hoping for similar result and turn around this time same surgeon who is a wonderful one. I am glad you found it not a lot of response but I figured at least I could post updates to myself, to keep me motivated the more the merrier. Good luck on whatever your goals may be.

[I-train-hard]

to - IMike

You wrote Ultimate Goal Weight: 150lbs

You goal is not realistic. Sorry to disappoint you but 175 lbs. would work for you best.

Please think of your health first than your weight.

[iMike]

My ultimate weight goal has been approved by my doctor and my nutritionist, and is not unrealistic for my height and my size.  I used to weigh 150-ish pounds just a few years ago, so I know what that looks and feels like for me as an adult.

When I say "Ultimate Goal Weight" I realize it's going to take a year or two to get there, and I'm okay with that.  My primary goal is to back down around the 200lb mark, and then however slowly the rest of it comes off is fine with me.

[I-train-hard]

good luck!

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