pvp 2024, January 1- March 18: Weight Loss PVP: 10 or 12 lbs in 10 or 12 Weeks!

[Jarric]

On 1/29/2024 at 9:45 PM, Shello said:

Took a hit this week but I'm not too worried.  I was in a good place over the weekend but Peach is in town so we had a ridiculous brunch Sunday.  We are eating out tonight but then she's heading back to school so it's back to business for me.

 

Sounds like an excellent reason to have a couple of meals off and enjoy yourself. Good call  

[DrFeelgood]

12-31:  218.7 lbs  (start)

01-07:  218.5 lbs  (-0.2)

01-14:  216.5 lbs  (-2.0)

01-21:  216.3 lbs  (-0.2)

01-28:  213.4 lbs  (-2.9)

02-04:  215.6 lbs  (+2.2)

 

I took this week off fitness-wise to just relax and refeed for a bit.  It worked. 

 

That's a bit more gain than the math predicted even with well over 10,000 extra kcal this week, but I'm not bothered.  33 steps forward and 2 steps back is perfectly acceptable, but it only stays that way if I get moving again.  Onward!

[Snarkyfishguts]

01/01- 229

01/08- 225.5

1/14 - 225.5

1/22- 227

1/28- 230

2/5- 226.5

 

Back on track. This last week, I drank a LOT of water. I cut way back on sugar and junk food, and increased how much protein I eat. I didn't count calories, and I didn't stress myself with workouts, I just went for a walk every day except the days I had hormone headaches. This week taught me that I know how to take care of myself, I just need to do it. 

This upcoming week will have some strength and flexibility workouts included just so my clothes fit a little better and I'm not losing too much muscle, but again,not gonna let it become something to stress over, which is the real challenge. LOL

[The Most Loathed]

January 1, 2024: 211.9

January 8, 2024: 207.6

January 15, 2024: 203.7

January 22, 2024: 203.5

January 29, 2024: 200.9

February 5, 2024: 200.8

 

Weekly average

12/15 - 12/31: 214.3

01/01 - 01/07: 209.7

01/08 - 01/14: 206.2

01/15 - 01/21: 203.5

01/22 - 01/28: 201.9

01/29 - 02/04: 200.8

 

Despite no real change in my point in time (-0.1 lb from Monday to Monday) my average has been lower this week. Where last week it was aberrantly low, today it's right in the median and mean. Yesterday was a big milestone. I saw my first 199.x weight. The X was a 7 but it feels like an accomplishment to see a weight that doesn't begin with a 2. 

 

I'm fairly certain that when we get to the end of the next challenge will be the end of my weight loss for a while. I'll still do a maintenance phase at the end and I plan to keep one hand on the tiller long term. I'm not sure what my actual body far percent is and I've decided I don't want to pay $150 to get an accurate measurement but by my rough gauge, I'd say upper teens. It feels like a healthy percent and I'm content with how it looks. 

Spoiler

 

[Elennare]

1/1: 174.1

1/8: 173.6

1/15: 174.1

1/22: 173.7

1/29: 176.5

2/5: 172.4

 

I started drinking a lot of water, and cut my calories way back (and also ditched pretty much anything that isn't whole food), and it seems to be working.  I was actually down to 172.0 earlier in the week, but I had a weekend of visiting friends so wasn't really watching what I ate nearly as much.  I am pretty happy with how things are going, but I'm also very much keeping an eye on it to make sure I'm not under eating, especially with the competitive season for derby starting up soon. 

[Jarric]

01/01/2024 - 174.4lbs

08/01/2024 - 172.0lbs

15/01/2024 - 170.9lbs

22/01/2024 - 169.2lbs

29/01/2024 - 169.0lbs

05/02/2024 - 168.8lbs

 

This week was well over on calories, at the start of the week because I was feeling a bit sick and also because I injured my knee and didn't want pain killers on an empty stomach. Later in the week I was still injured and was feeling moody about it, so whilst I didn't completely go off the rails I wasn't as disciplined as I have been. I also cooked an epic Persian-style lamb chops recipe, which was lovely but about a million calories by my calculations  

 

My calorie burn was also the lowest of the year so far, thanks to not being able to go for my long runs at the weekend. With all that said, I'm pretty to see my weight going down at all, even if it's only by 0.2lbs.

[Shello]

Starting Weight: 265.1

W1 Jan 8: 264.1 (-1.0)

W2 Jan 15: 263.5 (-0.6)

W3 Jan 22: 262.3 (-1.2)

W4 Jan 29: 262.6 (+0.3)

W5 Feb 5: 263.7 (+1.1)

 

Well this week got out of hand.  I am falling behind on my goals.  It was my birthday week and I don't really have any regrets but I need to get back into the game.   It's amazing how quickly the tide can turn.   I do have some obstacles this week - at least one planned dinner out, leftover birthday Domino's and birthday lava cakes that I took a raincheck on.  

 

[Darciana]

01/01 - 154.8

01/08 - 153.3

01/15 - 152.3

01/22 - 152.2

01/29 - 151.4

02/05 - 152.4

02/12

02/19

02/26

03/04

03/11

03/18

 

Using Saturday's weight as I ate something yesterday that didn't settle right and I know this morning's weight is a false high due to the bloating and other factors that go into it. My weight has elevated a touch through the end of this week going into the weekend but I think much of it is to do with soreness. My legs have been sore every single day since Thursday and I know the scale will show an increase if I'm sore enough to feel it. That's okay, I upped my workout intensity and that changes things. I did my measurements on Feb 1 and I've lost 3.25 inches total from waist, hips, and the biggest part of my belly (I call it the belly pooch but it's just below my belly button and just above my belt line. I have a little tire in that region all the way around me where the majority of my belly fat sits). Even if the scale isn't moving (or it seems to be going up, like it has over this past week) I know I'm moving in the right direction.

 

Much of the same ol' stuff here this coming week as far as workouts and food. Carb cycling is maintained as it has been. I am adjusting my workout schedule to have Monday and Tuesday be on the Peloton (due to early work calls Monday when I would otherwise run), Wednesday run, Thursday strength, Friday run, and Saturday and/or Sunday be a gentle recovery movement. We took the dogs to this walking trail that goes along the river and walked 3 miles yesterday to help get them socialized and find a place for us to go if we need a change of scenery. When I start upping my mileage, I may need to have a recovery movement day during the week and do my longer runs on the weekend. The trail is 6 miles long so plenty long enough for me to do an out and back on relatively flat terrain (give my legs a rest from these hills) and not be pacing back and forth along a 1 mile route by my house (I will lose interest and give up).

[Snarkyfishguts]

8 hours ago, Shello said:

Starting Weight: 265.1

W1 Jan 8: 264.1 (-1.0)

W2 Jan 15: 263.5 (-0.6)

W3 Jan 22: 262.3 (-1.2)

W4 Jan 29: 262.6 (+0.3)

W5 Feb 5: 263.7 (+1.1)

 

Well this week got out of hand.  I am falling behind on my goals.  It was my birthday week and I don't really have any regrets but I need to get back into the game.   It's amazing how quickly the tide can turn.   I do have some obstacles this week - at least one planned dinner out, leftover birthday Domino's and birthday lava cakes that I took a raincheck on.  

 

I’m glad you had cake on your birthday!

[Snarkyfishguts]

4 hours ago, Darciana said:

My legs have been sore every single day since Thursday and I know the scale will show an increase if I'm sore enough to feel it.

Totally right! Sounds like you

are kicking butt!!

[TimovieMan]

I haven't been feeling it these past few weeks. Intermittent fasting has been hit-and-miss, and there's been heavier eating days pretty much every week.

I even consistently forget to weigh in, so I have no idea where I'm at for the moment.

 

Will need to find some motivation going forward... so maybe some accountability will help.

 

Weigh-in happening on Friday. No excuses!

If I don't show up, kick me until I do.

[Snarkyfishguts]

3 hours ago, TimovieMan said:

I haven't been feeling it these past few weeks. Intermittent fasting has been hit-and-miss, and there's been heavier eating days pretty much every week.

I even consistently forget to weigh in, so I have no idea where I'm at for the moment.

 

Will need to find some motivation going forward... so maybe some accountability will help.

 

Weigh-in happening on Friday. No excuses!

If I don't show up, kick me until I do.

I’m just coming out of a slump too. I knew what my goals were, but I just needed a break. Sounds like you needed a break too! But I will be looking for your weigh in Friday. 

 

 

are you going to continue intermittent fasting or change tactics?

[TimovieMan]

1 hour ago, Snarkyfishguts said:

are you going to continue intermittent fasting or change tactics?

The intermittent fasting is never fully going away, but for the moment I'll probably keep going "meh" on days I don't do it.

 

 

I'll see when it picks up again.

In the meantime, I just have to show up here. ?

[Darciana]

14 minutes ago, TimovieMan said:

The intermittent fasting is never fully going away, but for the moment I'll probably keep going "meh" on days I don't do it.

 

 

I'll see when it picks up again.

In the meantime, I just have to show up here. ?

We shall be happy to see your face around, even if its nothing more than a quick hello

[Snarkyfishguts]

@TimovieMan Tomorrow is Friday. Watching out for you.  

 

 

 

 

[TimovieMan]

43 minutes ago, Snarkyfishguts said:

@TimovieMan Tomorrow is Friday. Watching out for you.  

[Snarkyfishguts]

Don't roll your eyes at me, mister. You wanted this reminder !! I WILL SEE YOU TOMORROW ??

[Sea-to-sky]

Hi, is it too late to join? 

[Shello]

3 minutes ago, Sea-to-sky said:

Hi, is it too late to join? 

It is never too late!  Welcome!

[Snarkyfishguts]

2 minutes ago, Sea-to-sky said:

Hi, is it too late to join? 

Not at all!! You are super welcome to join in.   sign up on our handy dandy spreadsheet to keep track of your progress, and report in once a week on your progress! Our "official" weigh in days are mondays, but if you find a different day works better for you, that's totally okay! The goal is just to check in once a week and share how you're doing and cheer everyone else on   

[Sea-to-sky]

Just now, Snarkyfishguts said:

Not at all!! You are super welcome to join in.   sign up on our handy dandy spreadsheet to keep track of your progress, and report in once a week on your progress

Thank you ?

[Sea-to-sky]

Jan 10th (start weight) - 251lb

Jan 31th- 246.5lb (-5.5lb)

Feb 5th - 245lb (- 1.5lb)

 

As ive been weighing on and off since jan, This is what i have so far.

[Snarkyfishguts]

1 hour ago, Sea-to-sky said:

Jan 10th (start weight) - 251lb

Jan 31th- 246.5lb (-5.5lb)

Feb 5th - 245lb (- 1.5lb)

 

As ive been weighing on and off since jan, This is what i have so far.

Awesome! You’re already making great progress! 

[athousandwords]

Thanks for the post in the Tavern, @Snarkyfishguts - I didn't realize this was a thing! I'd love to join if y'all will have me. I've been weighing daily for a few months, so I have my weigh-ins for the year ready to go. 

[Snarkyfishguts]

41 minutes ago, athousandwords said:

Thanks for the post in the Tavern, @Snarkyfishguts - I didn't realize this was a thing! I'd love to join if y'all will have me. I've been weighing daily for a few months, so I have my weigh-ins for the year ready to go. 

Yay! Welcome aboard!!