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CrimsonAnimus
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Posted: 26 August 2008 11:22 am |
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It's almost time for the next challenge, everyone!
Here are the guidelines for the Fall Weight Loss Challenge (similar to those of the previous ones):
- The challenge will run from Monday, September 1st through Friday, October 31st.
- You may join the challenge at any time beginning September 1st, and late-comers are most welcome. You can even join the challenge in October.
- To join the challenge, post your starting weight and goal weight.
You may choose any goal you like. But if your goal is to lose more than 18 pounds during the challenge period -- more than two pounds a week -- please explain why you think your goal is realistic.
This website is dedicate to healthy, common sense, lasting weight loss, and does not support crash diets which do not have realistic expectations of producing long-term results.
For more information, please see the Tutorial and the forum topic The Most Likely Reason Your Diet Will Fail.
- Pick a day for your weekly weigh-in, and stick to it a closely as you can. Then post your current weight each week -- or as often as you would like!
You may wish to read: How Often Should You Weigh Yourself
Those who are not losing weight, and those who are gaining, will receive praise for continuing to participate. It's so easy to run and hide! We've all been there ourselves.
We also know that by participating, they are very likely doing better than they otherwise would be.
- The results will be updated every Wednesday (or more often) and posted right here just below these instructions, so they will always be easy to find.
We want the challenge stats to be realistic and reflect active challenge members, so anyone not posting for two consecutive weeks will be dropped from the list. But they will be put right back on the next week should they post again.
If you need to withdraw from the challenge, please have the courtesy to post a farewell note or send me a Private Message (PM). Your name will be removed without comment.
- You are encouraged to share how you are doing during the challenge, and especially to give each other support. However, to make it easier for me to find your weekly weight, please make sure your weight stands out.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to post them or send me a PM.
Wishing you success and happiness!
Nick
Please post any corrections below.
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rad
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Posted: 28 August 2008 07:47 pm |
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Hi - I am new member. I love this site and all the advices posted here. It is awesome!
I would love to take up the challenge. My SW is 207 and my GW is 195.
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CrimsonAnimus
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Posted: 28 August 2008 09:18 pm |
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Welcome to  , rad! I'm glad you're enjoying your stay here.
I'll post the chart in here with our numbers once the challenge officially begins on Monday.
Good luck! 
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loose weight
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Posted: 30 August 2008 09:20 am |
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Hi I would like to participate in this challange as well
However i will be going on a hloiday for 3 weeks in middle of October but will still try my hardest as these challenges really help me it is like competing myself which feels great.
My current weight 136lbs
My Target weight 126lbs
lets see if i could reach this target
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ChunchieA
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Posted: 30 August 2008 08:50 pm |
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Hello
Count me in on the challenge - as well. I'll be away for a couple of weeks in September but I like the accountability factor these challenges provide. My current weight is 122 and my goal weight will be 120. It seems kind of wimpy - just 2 pounds in 2 months but these 2 pounds are hard to get off!
I found that it's easier for me to concentrate on losing just 2 pounds at a time - when I initially started in January my goal was 117 - since I wasn't reaching it fast enough I decided to lower my sights a bit and it's made all the difference in the world. Baby steps, as they say. Anyway, glad to be on board. My check in days will be Saturday.
Chunchie A
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Aimless
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Posted: 30 August 2008 09:34 pm |
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I'll be joining this challenge too, I guess the more times I enter the more chance I have of succeeding  Not sure what my starting weight will be, but as I'm making Monday my weigh in day I'll be back then. My goal will probably be 120lb [again] though. Thanks for taking this on!
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Pootchi
Senior Member
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Posted: 31 August 2008 03:12 pm |
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Hi I'm joining this challenge too!
My starting weight is: 183 pounds
And my goal weight is: 173 pounds
This has helped me so much in the last 2 months, that I'm glad there's another one!
Have a great challenge everyone!!!!
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dsalmon
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| Joined: | 25 June 2008 |
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Posted: 31 August 2008 07:38 pm |
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Hey...I'd love to join this challenge as well, thanks for starting it!
*****SW:139 pounds*****
*****GW:130 pounds****Last edited on 31 August 2008 07:41 pm by dsalmon
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Forehunnerd
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| Joined: | 26 June 2008 |
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Posted: 1 September 2008 02:40 am |
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Word, I'm down for another challenge.
Starting weight: 380.00 pounds
Goal Weight: 360.00 pounds
I'll maintain my current weigh-in schedule for Saturdays.
20 pounds is sort of a lot to lose, but I somehow managed to lose about 30 pounds or so in the last challenge, partly because I do have so much excess weight to lose, so I think I can afford to set a slightly higher goal for myself. I expect great success for myself and everyone who chooses to participate! Best of luck all around!! 
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DeterminedGal
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Posted: 1 September 2008 04:03 am |
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Thanks, Nick! I love these challenges.
Starting weight: 168
Oct. 31 goal weight: 155
About to get slammed by Gustav (in Baton Rouge) shortly so I probably won't be able to report for a week or so.....lots of trees around here and power goes out easily.....but never fear, I'll be back!!!
;) DG
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Forehunnerd
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Posted: 1 September 2008 04:35 am |
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I'm sorry to hear that. Good luck to you and yours in Louisiana!
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Nir
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Posted: 1 September 2008 08:34 am |
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SW 117lb GW 116lb
To be honest I am expecting weight gain and I might languish at the bottom of the table, but having ran the previous challenge I know that it is difficult to run a challenge when somebody has a zero or negative goal (or indeed weighs themselves in kilos  ). If I actually lose anything it'll just be a bonus, but I want to stay involved.
Nir
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TC in Afghanistan
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| Joined: | 18 July 2008 |
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Posted: 1 September 2008 09:48 am |
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Count me in. I'll weigh-in on Sundays as I have been.
Starting weight 204
Goal weight 188
Looking forward to the challenge...
Proudly Serving, TC
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missfit
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Posted: 1 September 2008 01:21 pm |
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Nir, please stay involved! I find you so motivating and something of an expert on the subject of permanent weightloss.
I will be entering this challenge with renewed interest and motivation. My current weight is 165lbs. My goal is to lose 6 lbs. Good luck everyone.
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Maggie
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Posted: 1 September 2008 02:58 pm |
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Good Morning:
I would like to participate in this challenge. Turning over a new leaf, I like that idea. Thanks for starting this challenge.
Starting weight 180.8
Goal weight 178.0
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tjschur
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| Joined: | 29 August 2008 |
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Posted: 1 September 2008 03:29 pm |
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This is my first challenge!
Starting Weight: 199.8 lbs
Goal Weight: 188.0 lbs
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meteorites49
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| Joined: | 21 January 2008 |
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Posted: 1 September 2008 03:48 pm |
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I'd like to join, it keeps me accountable and after the last challenge I need it! Starting weight: 131.6 Goal weight: 118.6
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MidgeH
Distinguished Member
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Posted: 1 September 2008 04:40 pm |
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SW: 221.5
GW: 205
That would be a loss of 16.5
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slimwish
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| Joined: | 20 March 2008 |
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| Posts: | 530 |
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Posted: 1 September 2008 05:12 pm |
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I'm so excited for this challenge!
Starting weight: 117lbs
Goal weight: 115lbs
Weigh in day: Sunday
 SW
Last edited on 1 September 2008 05:14 pm by slimwish
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Beckster
Senior Member
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Posted: 1 September 2008 05:22 pm |
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I'm in.
SW: 241.5
GW: 230
Weigh in day: Monday
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Lucy
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| Joined: | 8 May 2008 |
| Location: | Canada |
| Posts: | 208 |
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Posted: 1 September 2008 06:01 pm |
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Me too....
Starting weight 212
Goal weight 200
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CrimsonAnimus
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Posted: 1 September 2008 06:38 pm |
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The Fall Weight Loss Challenge officially commences!
For me:
Starting Weight: 239
Goal Weight: 225
I will be weighing in on Sundays.
Aimless, I went ahead and put you in with your last weight recorded in the Summer Challenge. Just let me know if I need to change it.
Best of luck to us all!
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katie in spain
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| Joined: | 26 December 2007 |
| Location: | Malaga, Spain |
| Posts: | 78 |
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Posted: 1 September 2008 07:01 pm |
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Thanks so much for starting this autumn challenge. Please count me in. These challenges have given me a reason to stick at it so that I can achieve my long term goal. Thank you, thank you.
Starting weight: 140 lb
Goal weight: 130 lb
Wishing all of us success!
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Scoobees
Distinguished Member
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Posted: 1 September 2008 08:02 pm |
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Count me in, too!
Starting weight: 149.5 pounds
Goal for challenge: 144 pounds
Goal loss: 5.5 pounds
Weigh ins: too often 
Thanks for doing this challenge for us Nick!
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OnceUpon-A-ThinGirl
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Posted: 2 September 2008 02:10 am |
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I'm ready to look good for halloween. I did pretty decent in the last challenge, so I think I'll set the bar high (for me at least)
CW 201
GW 189
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Hiker
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Posted: 2 September 2008 02:14 am |
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I am so glad there is a new challenge. My starting weight is where I was at the end of my last challenge. My weight in day will be Tuesday.
Starting Weight--154.6
Goal Weight--141.2
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deliaann
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| Joined: | 10 June 2008 |
| Location: | USA |
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Posted: 2 September 2008 02:16 am |
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Well, I started Slim in 6 today so I figure I better go for less weight loss than usual. Not that I mind. I'd rather have heavier muscle than fat any day :)
Starting weight: 160
Goal weight: 155
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lastten
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Posted: 2 September 2008 10:11 am |
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I haven't tried a challenge yet...maybe it will be the thing I need to lose the last 10 and look sexy for my 9yr anniversary on the 31st! Unfortunately I have a 12 day vacation in the middle of this one but there are plenty of other days!
Start weight: 149.6
Goal weight: 140 woot!
Weigh-in day: Monday
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NurseBetty
Distinguished Member
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Posted: 2 September 2008 01:14 pm |
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Alright I'm jumping on the band wagon!
SW: 165.8
GW: 155
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slimwish
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Posted: 2 September 2008 01:35 pm |
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!!
I really hope I lose at least 1 pound during the next two months!
Good luck everyone!
SW
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pbf4326e
Distinguished Member
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Posted: 2 September 2008 01:47 pm |
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Good morning all,
Starting 190 lbs
Goal 185 lbs.
Thanks,
Bert
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Fish_2
New Member
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Posted: 2 September 2008 03:02 pm |
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My First Challenge!
135.4
129.0
I really hope this goes well, I've been working on those last few pounds for about 4 months. I'm ready for them to be GONE!!!!
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MattsJen
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Posted: 2 September 2008 03:53 pm |
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I am behind as usual...
CW:184.5
Goal:168
OT: I have a question...I need to adjust my calories and not sure how many I need to be eating. My activity is 1.5hrs per day 6 days a week= 500 calories burned each time. Now that I weigh less I need to adjust my 1200 and up it. My Dr is saying this is still ok but my weight loss has slowed down so I do not know if that is normal or if I need to eat more. Can someone help me?
Thx.
Jen
PS: I am 5'5 / 35yr
Last edited on 2 September 2008 04:01 pm by MattsJen
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christyandmuddy
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| Location: | Florida USA |
| Posts: | 248 |
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Posted: 2 September 2008 04:03 pm |
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Hi, everyone! I can't wait to start this new challenge. Thanks for hosting it, Crimson!
Starting weight: 121 lbs
Goal weight: 119 lbs
Even though that's only a two pound loss, I think it is reasonable. I'm pretty close to my over all goal weight but I still need to lose some fat, so my thinking is that I will displace some of the fat with muscle, which will mean a more modest weight loss. I hope that makes sense.
I'll weigh in on Mondays. Good luck to everyone!
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kakki
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Posted: 2 September 2008 04:50 pm |
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Ok here goes... haven't been as good as I know can be or should be so I've gone up a few lbs since the last challenge I started. Hoping I can so better this time!!
SW- 309.6 and my weigh in day will monday's.
GW- 295
thanks Nick for doing another one...
-kakki
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Hisgal
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Posted: 2 September 2008 05:51 pm |
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Thanks, Nick, for the new challenge.............I am in again!
SW: 178.2 lbs.
Weight loss goal...........10 lbs
Weight at end of challenge................168.2 lbs.
Weigh in day.......... Friday or Saturday
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Wheo
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Posted: 2 September 2008 06:09 pm |
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Hello all, and thank you for making this challenge; I like the idea of being held accountable. ^_^; Here's my statistics:
Starting Weight: 200
Goal Weight:185
Total Weight Loss: 15 lbs.
Weigh-in Day: Wednesday
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BlackDiamond
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Posted: 2 September 2008 08:02 pm |
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I'm gonna join and make it to my goal.
Starting Weight. 201.8
Goal Weight. 195.0
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CrimsonAnimus
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Posted: 2 September 2008 08:20 pm |
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Wow, we have quite a challenge going on here! I'm trying to get some of my family to join in, too. We'll see.
Everybody is added to the list as of this point. If you don't see your name on the list, try pressing F5.
Jen, your unadjusted RMR is 1533. This is generally the minimum number of calories you should eat per day. If 1200 isn't working for you, I recommend you gradually increase it and see if that helps.
Good luck to us all! We can do it!
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MattsJen
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Posted: 2 September 2008 08:29 pm |
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well i think it is... i posted in general disscussion but i am confused i think? LOL see
thx,
jen
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mchen01
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Posted: 2 September 2008 10:25 pm |
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These challenges are so helpful - thanks Nick!
SW: 176
GW: 165
I will weigh in on Sundays.
Good luck everyone!!
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larrabeeskot
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Posted: 3 September 2008 01:22 pm |
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I would like to join
Current weight - 170 (yikes!)
Goal weight - 160
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Melbelle5
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| Location: | USA |
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Posted: 3 September 2008 06:28 pm |
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Hi I'd like to join!
Cw: 123
Gw:118
I think I'll weigh in on Fridays. Good luck to everyone!
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NurseNicole
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Posted: 4 September 2008 01:45 am |
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I think having a challenge will help me stay on track with dieting.
Starting weight: 167
Goal weight: 160
I know its not that much but it seems like I have a really difficult time staying at/under 160 without starving myself and there is no way I'm doing that! I'll weigh in every wed!
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MareBear8898
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Posted: 4 September 2008 10:36 am |
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| Hi everyone... first time for me... I had a baby a year ago and although I got down to 197 five months after I had her, I've crept back up to 207. My goal by the end of the challenge is to get back to 197. My weigh in day will be Mondays. Thanks!
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Aimless
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Posted: 4 September 2008 11:32 am |
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Hey all. On second thoughts I think I am going to withdraw from this challenge for now, I'm not entirely sure what is going on with my body right now and mentally I don't think it's going to me any good trying to participate right now. I'll rejoin when things settle down though :)
Thanks!
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DaniMae1
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Posted: 4 September 2008 01:51 pm |
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| Okay, my weight crept back to 149...so I want to join in on the challenge. My goal weight is 139. Good luck to everyone!
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CrimsonAnimus
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Posted: 4 September 2008 09:33 pm |
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Stats are updated to this point.
I wanted to extend a welcome to all the newcomers here. I'm sure you all will enjoy this great community as much as I do.
Keep pluggin' along, everyone!
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StuckSara
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Posted: 4 September 2008 11:49 pm |
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I've decided to get serious about dieting again... I was on about a 10 month binge :).
SW: 150.6 (as of today, Thursday)
GW: 135... to fit into my mermaid costume... my boyfriend is a fisherman :)
Loss: 15.6 (in 57 days= 1.95 lbs. per week)
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Butterfly_Hourglass
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Posted: 5 September 2008 02:12 am |
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Hiya!
So, I'm going to join this a bit late! Sorry! 
Current:144
Goal: 129
Good luck everyone, and take it one day at a time!
Oh, and I will weigh-in on Sundays.
Lots of love!
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