If i don't complete my weight loss transformation in 2019 i'll make a video of me eating ghost peppers and floss while forcefully crying tears of disappointment.

There is shame in not keeping a promise, but there is no bigger shame in promising something on the internet and not do it - Gnarly Carly, my 2 year old.

I've let myself go for the past 1 year and a half - disappointed in myself, true. However, 2019 should be different and to actually keep my promise i should embarass myself if i can't keep it again.

2019 should be a successful year for you, and me. No more excuses.

I don't care how late i come home from college, i AM going to the gym. No matter how delicious that double cheese, pepperoni with garlic looks and smells like i will not let it take my soul and allow it to crush my physical form.

Seriously though, we should really try, harder. We should be one of those people that actually achieve something when we say that 2019 is going to be our year. Besides the gaining weight my 2018 was good, in 2019 i want to make it better AND lose my weight. (If you're already trying and succeeding, i'm happy for you. This is for those who struggle, like me)

!RemindMe in 12 months.

Have a great new year.

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Today is the day I change my life for the better

Last night I stepped on my bathroom scale and I weighed in at an astonishing 250 lbs. I weigh what a 6'3 athlete with built muscle should weigh and I am 5'7. The thing is I have always known I was a little on the chubby side but it wasn't until the past few months that I really started putting on the pounds. I remember 6 months ago I was around 225. At the present time, most of my shirts either do not fit me or look like a belly shirt on me. I want to do this for the same reason I feel many of you do, to look good, feel good, and to be healthy.

I have read some of the transformation threads or seen threads with progress pics posted and I must be honest that it does give me hope reading about people's success and thinking that I too can achieve the same thing. I have read many of the side bars and stickies and they have been at least a good starting point for me. Posted below are pics of me that I took today. My goal is to get my weight to at least between 180-190 and I want a built look. I am hoping to achieve this within 10-12 months or at least see a major change. I want to work hard at this because this is important to me. I want you guys to point out anything I am leaving out or experiences you had on this matter. I plan on posting a few new pics once a month to observe my progress and have some form of accountability here. I'm interested in results, not excuses. I have had far too many excuses in the past and it ends today. It is time for me to do what I know I can do, to see what I can really do because if I'm being honest I think we all want to know what we are truly capable of. Really though, the third picture is the one that shocked me the most.

**BEFORE PICTURES**

https://i.imgur.com/un1ni5Y.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/dFM1V97.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/xX8uWxm.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/XWrXfIK.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/ePvuInU.jpg

Here is what I have done:

I have determined from 2 separate TDEE Calculators (SailRabbit & Bodybuilding.com) that my TDEE is right around 2200 calories, the next step would be to create a caloric deficit by subtracting that by subtracting 500 calories it will give me a total of 1700 calories. This number seems low to me. I arrived at this number by providing my height, I'm 5'7, and weigh 250 lbs and I am 30 years old. I'm thinking there will be an adjustment period because currently I eat take out all the time and I never measure or weigh my food portions. I am eliminating all fast food/ take out, all sugar, processed foods, breads, tortillas and no beer or alcohol. No food before bed. Just sharing your own experience is helpful. How long was it before you actually started to notice a change?

How long did it take to get used to a new way of eating? How does the way you look at food now differ from before weight loss? What other changes did you experience? Any tips or advice would be appreciated.

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Also, I joined a Gym. This would not be my first time in a gym. I am somewhat experienced with lifting and fell out a while ago. I like feeling active and the physical activity tires me and I have less on my mind so for me 6 days a week is something I am ready to commit to. I have heavily researched and received advice from people on this topic, again any tips or advice would be valued. Thank you.

Below is my routine:

*M/TH* *TUES/FRI*

Barbell Bench Press / Chin Ups Barbell Clean and Press / Dumbbell Lateral Raises

Barbell Incline Bench Press / Bent Over Rows Heavy Upright Rows / Push Presses

Pullovers / Deadlifts / Crunches Seated Barbell Curls / Close-Grip Press

Standing Triceps extensions with Barbell

Wrist Curl / Reverse Wrist Curl

Reverse Crunches

*WED/SAT*

Squats / Lunges

Leg Curls/ Standing Calf Raise

Straight-Leg Deadlift/ Good Mornings

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So, in short, Caloric deficit+ Exercise/Gym= Weight Loss at hopefully 1 pound per week. By November of next year would be 45 weeks so I am hoping for at least 40 pounds lost by then. Is there anything else I should be considering or any resources I should be made aware of?

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Don't forget to get enough sleep!!

Everyone who's ever had a health class already knows all of this, but I feel like it's important to reiterate it as we enter that time of year when everyone's about to head back to work and school:

GET
YO.
SLEEP!!!!!

I'm on break from college and it's reminded me just how important sleep is for weight loss! I feel WORLDS different when I'm getting enough sleep vs. when I'm not. So much more energy, concentration is better, fewer cravings, better workouts, more productive, better moods...the list goes on and on. Sleep is necessary for repairing muscles, processing memories and emotions, and releasing hormones. All super important!

I suck at prioritizing sleep. I have a hard time letting go of the day (definitely a night owl). It's a challenge, but I have my phone set to disable apps starting at 10 pm and I try to be asleep by 11 so I can consistently get 7-8 hours.

If you're like me and you're bad at sleep, challenge yourself to make it into a habit! Your body will thank you :)

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I want to lose the baby weight and my husband wants to lose the sympathetic baby weight!

Yesterday, my husband and I saw this post on here and it really helped us want to renew our own weight loss efforts!

This year we became parents to our beautiful baby boy, but also parents to our not so beautiful food babies. While I was pregnant, I used my cravings as an excuse to eat whatever I wanted. My husband happily indulged me on whatever I was craving (Bean burrito from Taco Bell and chicken sandwich from Chick-fil-A for lunch today? Sure!) and ate sympathetically along with me. After I gave birth, we used sleep deprivation and stress from having a newborn as an excuse to continue the unhealthy habits we had become accustomed to pre-baby. Not that we necessarily had healthy habits and weights before I got pregnant, but having a baby definitely encouraged us to give in to eating large portions of foods that aren’t necessarily known for their nutritive qualities.

We have decided that we need to be healthy for our baby boy so that we can see him grow and experience life! We want to be able to keep up with him when he learns how to be on the move (can’t even think about that because he’s already growing too fast). More than that, we want to set healthy habits for ourselves so that we can be good examples for our son.

We plan on using CICO to lose the weight and then to maintain our ideal weights once we reach them. While CICO does allow us to eat what we want, we will be making an effort to gradually choose more vegetables and lean protein sources over foods that are less nutrient dense.

I’ve participated in this sub’s challenges and discussions before and know how supportive this community is. We are really excited to begin this journey together with you all! Here are our starting stats:

Me: F/28/5’1”/173/BMI 32.7 - GW 120

Husband: M/28/5’6”/178/BMI 28.7 - GW 150

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Using Apple Watch on Postpartum Weight Loss Journey?

Hi all, my daughter was born about a month ago, and I gained 35 pounds while pregnant with her. I was already overweight (grad school stress and horrible eating habits), but now I’m realizing how much I’ve gained.

My neck, back, hips and knees hurt in ways they didn’t before, and I’m pretty sure it’s because of the weight.

Not to mention, I just realized that I’m graduating in May 2019, and I really want to look back at my graduation pictures and think happy thoughts, not self-loathing ones.

I got an Apple Watch for Christmas, and I’m really excited to begin using it to help with my weight loss journey. Fitness (Fitbit, Apple Watch, whichever) wristband owners, how have you used its functionalities to lose weight?

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Things I have learned about my body and eating healthy.

I have been on this weight loss journey for about 3 years. I have a another 15 to 20 to go...but I'm currently pretty happy with my slow and steady progress. I have maintained my current weight and to me that's huge.

I wanted to give a list of what I have learned through the years and I want to hear what others have learned.

1. You are not going to die if you miss a meal.

2. Dont snack. It's a waste. Save it for an actual meal.

3. Water. Water. Water. I flavor my water alot but I carry my plastic bottle around with me all the time. I'm usually more thirsty than hungry.

4. Allow cheat days...allow your self to celabrate life.

5. Understanding when I'm full. Full use to mean to me that I had to feel like I couldnt breathe after I was done eating...I had to feel gross and stuffed. Now, I know the exact amount to eat to keep my hunger at bay and now I dont want to feel stuffed....I want to feel satiated.

6. Intuitive eating. Listening to my body. Understanding what a craving is and what hunger is.

7.Cooking at home will not only save you money but really is good for your waist line.

1. Processed anything is not your friend. Whole foods are always the way to go.

2. 80/20 rule applies to almost every aspect of life.

3. You're not that hungry if you look in your fridge and you still dont want to eat those baby carrots :)

Please add to my list!

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[Challenge] SIGN UP for the European Accountability Challenge: January 2019 edition

Hi and welcome to the January edition of the European Accountability Challenge! The perfect way to stay on track for your 2019 goals. This is a month long challenge, with a daily post that goes up in the morning hours of European time zones. The aim is to set goals and keep track of your progress on them. Be accountable, get support and have a chat with friendly people. Anyone and everyone is welcome!

Here’s what to do if you'd like to participate: choose some goals, introduce yourself and let us know what you'll be working on! Most people set goals for the month but you can also set daily or weekly goals if that works better for you.

Some tips for success:

• Think about how you will achieve your goal. You may find it helpful to set more specific goals (for example, ‘eat at a 500 calorie deficit each day’ vs. ‘lose weight’). I do, but YMMV.

• Post on here regularly, we will cheer you on! And please do the same for everyone else, this challenge depends on you to make it fun :).

• Ask for help if you’re struggling or need some motivation, people on here have quite possibly gone through the same thing and usually have good ideas and encouraging words.

So what are your goals for the coming month? Maybe you’ve made some New Years resolutions you’d like to get started on? Besides straight up weight loss or maintenance goals, we see all sorts of things on this challenge. Goals related to fitness, logging, nutrition, sleep, mental health, learning, happiness, productivity, dogs...anything you can come up with! It’s completely up to you and no goal is too small. If you’re in, tell us some more about your goals in a comment here :).

Wishing you all a great month! Let’s start off the new year fighting, we got this!!

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