Wednesday Weigh-In April 8, 2009
by admin on April 8, 2009
in Wednesday Weigh-In
Welcome back!
Sorry for the late start today. David had some technical difficulties with his computer connection late last night.
Better late than never, though, right?
Hope you all enjoyed our little April Fool’s Day gag – we’ll get to changing the header back a bit later.
No, we haven’t changed our plans, though gaining weight sure is a whole lot easier than losing it. We’ll hit you with a more proper post next Wednesday. For now, just a few quick updates to let you know where we’re at and to find out how you are doing since two weeks ago.
Now, for the weekly Wednesday Weigh-In
David Wright
Even though the whole “Gaining weight thing” was a joke, it seems that my body took me seriously. I lost two pounds the week before (when we didn’t weigh in) and gained them back this past week. So for the two week period, it’s a net break even.
I’ve been fairly busy and it seems when I get busy, I fail to plan my meals. And when I fail to plan my meals, well, I end up eating horribly, just grabbing whatever I can find regardless of it’s caloric impact. Not good, I know. I know better and NEED to set aside some time for proper meal planning if I want to continue the 22 pound weight loss I’ve had so far!
The stats: David Wright
- Starting weight Wed. Nov.19: 350 lbs.
- Goal weight: 250 lbs.
- Weight 2 weeks ago: 328 lbs.
- Weight today: 328 lbs.
- Amount gained this week: 0 lbs.
- Total lost since Nov. 19: 22 pounds
Tara Cain
I was clearly copying DW. Sure it was all a joke, but I did fall off the wagon a smidge. Ok a lot. Ok I totally gorged. Happy now?
Well, I’ve spent the week feeling AWFUL. If ever there was a good reason to climb back on board and get with the programme, the way I am feeling today is it.
I feel bloated, I feel unwell, I feel headachey. I feel on the edge.
Boy do I need to pull myself together.
As David said, gaining weight is so much easier, but by George you don’t feel half as alive.
The stats:
- Starting weight Wed. Nov.19: 168 lbs.
- Goal weight: 140 lbs.
- Weight last week: 162 lbs.
- Weight today: 164lbs
- Amount lost this week: +2lb
Now it’s your turn. Share your success (or setback) story with us.
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See you downstairs in the comments – and let’s all show our support and visit anyone taking part.
Update
As always, thank you to everyone who takes part in the Wednesday Weigh-In.
Thank you!
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Tara and Dave, I know y’all can do it.
My stats:
Started November 1, 2008 at 285.6 lbs
Last week = 266.4 lbs. (268.4 the week before)
This week = 265.4 lbs.
Difference = -1 lbs.; -20.2 lbs since starting
Initial goal: 210 lbs.; 55.4 lbs. to go!
Made it to the gym every day except Sunday.
I did struggle a tiny bit though. (See my weigh-in at Exit78 post for more)
Mike Goad’s last blog post..
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I have lost 7 of the 18 pounds I gained with the torn muscle and the new medications, which I stopped taking as it was making me feel worse and worse…
I am back walking everyday..and will try swimming again next week. My blood pressure is back in control off the meds.
I have had 2.5 days of pain freedom…finally…
I know you guys can do this….back to the routine…we need you…
Thanks for posting Mike…nice to find you here!
Urban Panther is running her socks off and doing push ups like crazy…
Patricia’s last blog post..Book Review: Everything Bad is Good For You ~ Steven Johnson
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I’ve gained a few pounds on vacation while visiting family – even though we walked our butts off hiking around in Seattle. (I don’t have my normal scale so I won’t know how much until I get back.) Doing my best to NOT eat just because I’m surrounded by food. I never realized how much my every day routine of not being near the kitchen really helped me not eat all day not eat all day long. Anxious to get back to normal. Gum has been a serious help today.
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Mike Goad Reply:
April 10th, 2009 at 5:10 pm
Avlor – Surrounded by food can be very challenging. We’re going to be vacationing away from the scale in the near future, too. It will be a challenge, but I hope that I’ll be able to come back without succumbing to the tendency to overeat and not exercise. The good thing is that we’ll be traveling in our little motorhome, so we’ll be “home” while we’re gone with little temptations other than what we normally have.
Mike Goad’s last blog post..Faithful dining
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Enjoyed your April Fool’s Day fun, David and Tara. I think the bigger struggle regarding weight gain will be the upcoming Easter holiday. I am already feeling blue about not being able to indulge in the chocolate festivities. I know you’re thinking “well, just have a little.” But that’s like saying to an alcoholic, “just have one drink.” Ain’t gonna happen. Best if I totally abstain.
I continue to avoid the after-lunch chocolate splurge and lost 1 pound in the past week (well, actually two weeks; didn’t weigh in last week).
I’ve stepped up my workouts a bit. This week I tried some new things like lifting weights while lying on an inclined platform and doing all my cardio balancing on a Bosu (a half orb thingy, very weird). Graceful I will never be, but hopefully I did burn some calories and work my abs.
I’m a bit disappointed that I’m not losing weight more rapidly. I felt like giving up the chocolate was such a huge sacrifice that I would be rewarded with instant skinnyness. Guess it doesn’t work that way. Drat!
Starting weight – 132
Lost this week – 1 lb.
Current weight – 129
Goal weight – 120 (but 125 is more realistic)
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