From Fat to Fit 2025 - I Really Mean It This Time! (1 Viewer)

[Major]

If you guys are trying to ween off chips, these Quest Protein chips are pretty tasty and will leave you feeling satisfied after one serving - 140 calories, 20g of protein, 5g carbs. Nice change of pace from a protein bar as well: https://www.target.com/p/quest-nutr...z/-/A-78613236?preselect=78613236#lnk=sametab

Totally agree! I get a different flavor (I think nacho cheese) but they are tasty and do a good job battling off hunger pains!

Sodium bombs.

300mg doesn’t seem high for chips but I don’t actively monitor my sodium as my intake is pretty low. Sugar is my enemy.

Serving of Lays classic is 170mg sodium.

Good luck eating just one serving of lays or any other popular chip. Also tough to get that 20g of protein.

 

[Corporation]

Back hurts again....yay!!;

Sorry bud, I know from experience back pain is the worst. Hope it gets better soon.

 

[Corporation]

GL Corp. Otis needs to do this with you.

Jump on the train! Lots of helpful people here and lots of encouragement. Accountability wins.

 

[Corporation]

6'2" early mid 50s next milestone 195
5/15 201
5/19 200
5/22 200
5/23 199
5/25 197

5/27 196
Riding my bike a bunch this weekend, will eat the same... based on past experiences I expect to be a couple pounds heavier Tuesday then normal Thursday

Yep, I'm the same way. If you are paying attention to your activity and diet you can do a pretty decent job of predicting the trends. You're doing great, keep it up!

 

[Corporation]

Does anybody else see themselves differently in the mirror based on their current lifestyle?

Meaning, if I’m doing good, diet and exercise-wise and losing I can look at my 190 lb. self and I look better than my 190 lb. after gaining. I’m sure it’s mental but right now I look and don’t feel that bad about myself - still need to drop 30 though. I’m really working on not doing quick fixes and incorporating things in to my routines. Biggest change is I’ve had like 2 beers in 3 weeks - I think it’s my biggest weakness.

I knew coming out of the doldrums I was eating way too much, but it wasn't until I saw the DisneyWorld pictures that I felt disgusted. Definitely feel better than I did but looking to drop between 15 and 20 more.

 

[Corporation]

As suspected after the big cheat meal 2 days ago, I had my first bump up in the process. Not too bad, .4 pounds. I may end up with another bump tomorrow as my lunch was a going away party for a friend. Went Mexican and I passed on chips and salsa (which is a really big deal for me, I love them). Tried to make my meal as close to the chipotle bowl I get as possible but I could tell it was a pretty fair amount more food. Today will be a good day, nothing to knock me off routine.

Date	Weight	Chg From Start	Weekly Loss	Avg Calories/Daily Calories
May 15 Week	219.4	-	7.1	1516
May 22	212.3	7.1		1240
May 23	211.2	8.2		1380
May 24	211.2	8.2		1900
May 25	210.8	8.6		2700 (total guess)
May 26	209.9	9.5		1900 (another guess)
May 27	210.3	9.1

 

[Alex P Keaton]

As suspected after the big cheat meal 2 days ago, I had my first bump up in the process. Not too bad, .4 pounds. I may end up with another bump tomorrow as my lunch was a going away party for a friend. Went Mexican and I passed on chips and salsa (which is a really big deal for me, I love them). Tried to make my meal as close to the chipotle bowl I get as possible but I could tell it was a pretty fair amount more food. Today will be a good day, nothing to knock me off routine.

Date	Weight	Chg From Start	Weekly Loss	Avg Calories/Daily Calories
May 15 Week	219.4	-	7.1	1516
May 22	212.3	7.1		1240
May 23	211.2	8.2		1380
May 24	211.2	8.2		1900
May 25	210.8	8.6		2700 (total guess)
May 26	209.9	9.5		1900 (another guess)
May 27	210.3	9.1

As you have noted, it isn’t going to be a perfect straight line each day.

I was up 0.5 lbs today which wasn’t unexpected, as I’m more hydrated 36 hours after flying.

Went 350-400 calories over target yesterday. Had friends over for pizza, they brought dessert…..I admit it, deliberately caved and called it a cheat day.

Won’t be able to do a weigh in again until Wednesday due to time at the cabin + a work trip. Gotta just stick to my gameplan and trust the process.

 

[ex-ghost]

Heading to London in 6 weeks, starting my lose weight boot camp now. At 250, hoping to be 235 for the trip.

Week one in the books. Down to 245. And now the real work begins.

 

[Grahamburn]

Let’s get a workout in.

 

[massraider]

but it wasn't until I saw the DisneyWorld pictures that I felt disgusted

Fantastic motivation.
I always eat better if I am pissed at myself.

Big thing for me is meals. My internet time-wasting is less wasteful if I am googling interesting things to do with cauliflower or quinoa. And I am less likely to eat like a jerk if I have decent food options planned out.

People make things harder on themselves by thinking they can only have steamed broccoli and broiled chicken.

 

[Corporation]

Heading to London in 6 weeks, starting my lose weight boot camp now. At 250, hoping to be 235 for the trip.

Week one in the books. Down to 245. And now the real work begins.

Great job! Keep it up! I'm in the same boat. Dropped a lot of water weight now I'm in the 2 to 3 pound a week territory.

 

[Corporation]

Good result this morning. I'll have another pretty good eating day though again it wasn't chipotle. Got grilled chicken over white rice (I know brown rice is somewhat better but for the calorie difference I'd rather have the tasty rice) and a side of....vegetables! Yes I ate veggies and they were pretty tasty. They had soy sauce on them which I know is high in sodium but not awful in calories. I'm going to eat my chicken breast tonight so I'm going to go ahead and fill in my calories for the day.

Date	Weight	Chg From Start	Weekly Loss	Avg Calories/Daily Calories
May 15 Week	219.4	-	7.1	1516
May 22	212.3	7.1		1240
May 23	211.2	8.2		1380
May 24	211.2	8.2		1900
May 25	210.8	8.6		2700 (total guess)
May 26	209.9	9.5		1900 (another guess)
May 27	210.3	9.1		1240
May 28	209.6	9.8		1440

 

[Corporation]

Let’s get a workout in.

It's unseasonably cool, may go do a quick ride around my neighborhood.

 

[Mitchie]

Good result this morning. I'll have another pretty good eating day though again it wasn't chipotle. Got grilled chicken over white rice (I know brown rice is somewhat better but for the calorie difference I'd rather have the tasty rice) and a side of....vegetables! Yes I ate veggies and they were pretty tasty. They had soy sauce on them which I know is high in sodium but not awful in calories. I'm going to eat my chicken breast tonight so I'm going to go ahead and fill in my calories for the day.

Date	Weight	Chg From Start	Weekly Loss	Avg Calories/Daily Calories
May 15 Week	219.4	-	7.1	1516
May 22	212.3	7.1		1240
May 23	211.2	8.2		1380
May 24	211.2	8.2		1900
May 25	210.8	8.6		2700 (total guess)
May 26	209.9	9.5		1900 (another guess)
May 27	210.3	9.1		1240
May 28	209.6	9.8		1440

Ask for lite soy sauce, small things add up over time.

 

[identikit]

As for the rice thing, I choose the long grain/wild rice option from good ol Uncle Ben

I find it quite flavorful with or without enhancements

I think the negative impact is less than the other choices, as I recall.

On these kind of choices, I tend to look through a diabetic lens

YMMV

 

[Corporation]

A solid week, had a few meals that were outside of my control and managed to keep them somewhat in line. I think the weekly losses will settle into the 1.5 to 2.0 range pretty soon.

Date	Weight	Chg From Start	Weekly Loss	Avg Calories/Daily Calories
May 15 Week	219.4	-	7.1	1516
May 22 Week	212.3	-	3.0	1240
May 29	209.3	10.1

 

[Alex P Keaton]

A solid week, had a few meals that were outside of my control and managed to keep them somewhat in line. I think the weekly losses will settle into the 1.5 to 2.0 range pretty soon.

Date	Weight	Chg From Start	Weekly Loss	Avg Calories/Daily Calories
May 15 Week	219.4	-	7.1	1516
May 22 Week	212.3	-	3.0	1240
May 29	209.3	10.1

Looks like strong, steady progress. Thanks for getting this thread going and for helping me stay accountable by continuing to post your own daily work and progress.

 

[Grahamburn]

If you guys are trying to ween off chips, these Quest Protein chips are pretty tasty and will leave you feeling satisfied after one serving - 140 calories, 20g of protein, 5g carbs. Nice change of pace from a protein bar as well: https://www.target.com/p/quest-nutr...z/-/A-78613236?preselect=78613236#lnk=sametab

Totally agree! I get a different flavor (I think nacho cheese) but they are tasty and do a good job battling off hunger pains!

Sodium bombs.

300mg doesn’t seem high for chips but I don’t actively monitor my sodium as my intake is pretty low. Sugar is my enemy.

Serving of Lays classic is 170mg sodium.

Good luck eating just one serving of lays or any other popular chip. Also tough to get that 20g of protein.

I'm a fiend with the chips so I definitely don't eat just one serving size. Even when I have the individual serving size bags I'll crush 3-4 of them. A nice alternative for me are pickled vegetables and carrots/hummus.

Trying to replace chips with something that's double the sodium is just a bad idea. For me anyway.

 

[Major]

If you guys are trying to ween off chips, these Quest Protein chips are pretty tasty and will leave you feeling satisfied after one serving - 140 calories, 20g of protein, 5g carbs. Nice change of pace from a protein bar as well: https://www.target.com/p/quest-nutr...z/-/A-78613236?preselect=78613236#lnk=sametab

Totally agree! I get a different flavor (I think nacho cheese) but they are tasty and do a good job battling off hunger pains!

Sodium bombs.

300mg doesn’t seem high for chips but I don’t actively monitor my sodium as my intake is pretty low. Sugar is my enemy.

Serving of Lays classic is 170mg sodium.

Good luck eating just one serving of lays or any other popular chip. Also tough to get that 20g of protein.

I'm a fiend with the chips so I definitely don't eat just one serving size. Even when I have the individual serving size bags I'll crush 3-4 of them. A nice alternative for me are pickled vegetables and carrots/hummus.

Trying to replace chips with something that's double the sodium is just a bad idea. For me anyway.

Im the same with chips or candy that’s why I was so surprised I didn’t have that urge to keep eating after one bag. Think it’s protein factor that fills you up. I definitely have better alternatives snacking at home but on the road these work well and offer a nice protein kick. Other portable protein options like beef jerky have much higher sodium levels.

 

[AAABatteries]

Down to 193.2 this morning - hoping to be under 190 when we leave for the beach on 6/10.

 

[Corporation]

Well, I did well eating yesterday

Down to 193.2 this morning - hoping to be under 190 when we leave for the beach on 6/10.

Awesome job! Looks like you are well on your way to the target!

 

[Corporation]

A curious spike today, although small. Did really well on Memorial Day eating wise but ticked up a little bit.

Date	Weight	Chg From Start	Weekly Loss	Avg Calories/Daily Calories
May 15 Week	219.4	-	7.1	1516
May 22 Week	212.3	-	3.0	1240
May 29	209.2	10.2		1370
May 30	209.4	10		1240

 

[Tecumseh]

I used ChatGPT to put together a meal plan with 2000 calories per day, 225 grams of protein, 66 grams of fat, and 125 grams of carbohydrates, then had it eliminate some foods I don’t like, like brussel sprouts and quinoa. It got oddly lazy, and gave me 2 days instead of 5, and basically said “figure out the other 3 based on this data.”

 

[ChiefD]

I used ChatGPT to put together a meal plan with 2000 calories per day, 225 grams of protein, 66 grams of fat, and 125 grams of carbohydrates, then had it eliminate some foods I don’t like, like brussel sprouts and quinoa. It got oddly lazy, and gave me 2 days instead of 5, and basically said “figure out the other 3 based on this data.”

Dammit.

It is closer to human than we thought.

 

[Grahamburn]

A curious spike today, although small. Did really well on Memorial Day eating wise but ticked up a little bit.

Date	Weight	Chg From Start	Weekly Loss	Avg Calories/Daily Calories
May 15 Week	219.4	-	7.1	1516
May 22 Week	212.3	-	3.0	1240
May 29	209.2	10.2		1370
May 30	209.4	10		1240

Are you also exercising? That is not a lot of cals.

 

[kutta]

These things have been a game changer for me. Zero calories, zero alcohol, zero carbs. I really enjoy the taste - it’s not going to take the place of beer, but damn, my little brain gets a little fooled sometimes and it sure feels like I’m drinking a beer.

It’s hops and carbonated water. That’s it. It’s gotta be better for you than Diet Coke, and I enjoy drinking them way more.

Hoplark Citra 0.0

Hoplark is non- alcoholic craft brews, teas and waters hopped and crafted like beer. All of the hoppy flavor without the calories, sugar or alcohol. Gluten Free, Alcohol-Free, Keto friendly, Vegan, Non-GMO. Clean, simple ingredients. Winner of numerous best new beverage awards.

hoplark.com

 

[Corporation]

A curious spike today, although small. Did really well on Memorial Day eating wise but ticked up a little bit.

Date	Weight	Chg From Start	Weekly Loss	Avg Calories/Daily Calories
May 15 Week	219.4	-	7.1	1516
May 22 Week	212.3	-	3.0	1240
May 29	209.2	10.2		1370
May 30	209.4	10		1240

Are you also exercising? That is not a lot of cals.

I am, but my exercise classes got cancelled the last few times so the spin class and workouts have been gone. I know when I really ramp up activity I will have to have a corresponding increase in calories.

 

[Corporation]

If yesterday was a curious spike, today's was pretty disappointing. Not discouraged per se as I know there are daily fluctuations up and down but I really thought I would be 209 even or possibly in the 208s and instead went the other direction. It will level out.

Date	Weight	Chg From Start	Weekly Loss	Avg Calories/Daily Calories
May 15 Week	219.4	-	7.1	1516
May 22 Week	212.3	-	3.0	1686 (forgot to update this to weekly avg instead of the daily intake)
May 29	209.2	10.2		1370
May 30	209.4	10		1410 (edit for late night protein drink)
May 31	209.8	9.6

 

[AAABatteries]

191.6 - been really good with diet but not haven’t worked out the last couple days. Going to try and hit the pool for laps later this evening.

 

[Corporation]

191.6 - been really good with diet but not haven’t worked out the last couple days. Going to try and hit the pool for laps later this evening.

This is really great progress, keep it up! I'm going to my group fitness class tonight.

 

[Corporation]

Better number this morning more in line with expectations, 208.6. I never get overly discouraged when the needle goes the wrong way but I don't like multiple days of it in a row. Heading to my group fitness class at the Y tonight with light weight workouts and core strengthening.

Date	Weight	Chg From Start	Weekly Loss	Avg Calories/Daily Calories
May 15 Week	219.4	-	7.1	1516
May 22 Week	212.3	-	3.0	1686 (forgot to update this to weekly avg instead of the daily intake)
May 29	209.2	10.2		1370
May 30	209.4	10		1410 (edit for late night protein drink)
May 31	209.8	9.6		1350
June 1	208.6	10.8

 

[belljr]

Oh did we start......... :(

 

[Alex P Keaton]

If yesterday was a curious spike, today's was pretty disappointing. Not discouraged per se as I know there are daily fluctuations up and down but I really thought I would be 209 even or possibly in the 208s and instead went the other direction. It will level out.

Date	Weight	Chg From Start	Weekly Loss	Avg Calories/Daily Calories
May 15 Week	219.4	-	7.1	1516
May 22 Week	212.3	-	3.0	1686 (forgot to update this to weekly avg instead of the daily intake)
May 29	209.2	10.2		1370
May 30	209.4	10		1410 (edit for late night protein drink)
May 31	209.8	9.6

Don’t stress the random movements.

 

[Alex P Keaton]

Better number this morning more in line with expectations, 208.6. I never get overly discouraged when the needle goes the wrong way but I don't like multiple days of it in a row. Heading to my group fitness class at the Y tonight with light weight workouts and core strengthening.

Date	Weight	Chg From Start	Weekly Loss	Avg Calories/Daily Calories
May 15 Week	219.4	-	7.1	1516
May 22 Week	212.3	-	3.0	1686 (forgot to update this to weekly avg instead of the daily intake)
May 29	209.2	10.2		1370
May 30	209.4	10		1410 (edit for late night protein drink)
May 31	209.8	9.6		1350
June 1	208.6	10.8

I should have scrolled down…..

I’m afraid to weigh in tomorrow morning after being undisciplined for 4 of the past 6 days.

 

[Mitchie]

These things have been a game changer for me. Zero calories, zero alcohol, zero carbs. I really enjoy the taste - it’s not going to take the place of beer, but damn, my little brain gets a little fooled sometimes and it sure feels like I’m drinking a beer.

It’s hops and carbonated water. That’s it. It’s gotta be better for you than Diet Coke, and I enjoy drinking them way more.

Hoplark Citra 0.0

Hoplark is non- alcoholic craft brews, teas and waters hopped and crafted like beer. All of the hoppy flavor without the calories, sugar or alcohol. Gluten Free, Alcohol-Free, Keto friendly, Vegan, Non-GMO. Clean, simple ingredients. Winner of numerous best new beverage awards.

hoplark.com

Definitely healthier than Diet coke, and by a good margin.

 

[Alex P Keaton]

Well, I weighed in today. Haven’t gone too far backwards, still down 1.2 lbs from starting weight. But also a very stark reminder of why I need to track calories in the MFP app every day. Without that accountability I simply make bad food decisions (which is almost always worse when traveling for work).

Back at it starting today.

 

[Battersbox]

Well, I weighed in today. Haven’t gone too far backwards, still down 1.2 lbs from starting weight. But also a very stark reminder of why I need to track calories in the MFP app every day. Without that accountability I simply make bad food decisions (which is almost always worse when traveling for work).

Back at it starting today.

Traveling for work is always a disaster for me food-wise. I get pouty and start snacking.

 

[massraider]

Traveling for work is always a disaster for me food-wise. I get pouty and start snacking.

Mixed nuts, no honey roasted.

I always feel like small handful of cashews and almonds helps scratch that itch

 

[Corporation]

Oh did we start......... :(

The best time to start.... is right now

 

[Corporation]

Well, I weighed in today. Haven’t gone too far backwards, still down 1.2 lbs from starting weight. But also a very stark reminder of why I need to track calories in the MFP app every day. Without that accountability I simply make bad food decisions (which is almost always worse when traveling for work).

Back at it starting today.

Tracking what you eat is such a game changer. It is so easy throughout the day to say a little snack here won't hurt, or I walked a little more so I can have this treat. It's really hard to work off a donut.

 

[Corporation]

Well, I weighed in today. Haven’t gone too far backwards, still down 1.2 lbs from starting weight. But also a very stark reminder of why I need to track calories in the MFP app every day. Without that accountability I simply make bad food decisions (which is almost always worse when traveling for work).

Back at it starting today.

Traveling for work is always a disaster for me food-wise. I get pouty and start snacking.

I don't travel a lot, but when I do I feel like I lose a lot of control over what I eat. I'm going on a mission trip in a few weeks and I'll be surrounded by young people and snacks. I'll try moderation but I already know this will be a week that I'm up even though we will be doing manual labor outside in Central Florida. I don't want to be in a calorie deficit during that and I should have enough time to get to my goal of sub 200 by August 10. And if I miss by a few days on that goal, that's ok too.

 

[Corporation]

Had a decent workout last night and felt the absolute worst I have due to a lack of calories. I have to figure out how much to eat (and the time in advance I need to eat) before a known workout. It wasn't fun at all.

Date	Weight	Chg From Start	Weekly Loss	Avg Calories/Daily Calories
May 15 Week	219.4	-	7.1	1516
May 22 Week	212.3	-	3.0	1686 (forgot to update this to weekly avg instead of the daily intake)
May 29	209.2	10.2		1370
May 30	209.4	10		1410 (edit for late night protein drink)
May 31	209.8	9.6		1350
June 1	208.6	10.8		1430
June 2	208.7	10.7

 

[belljr]

LMK when we are really starting

 

[Alex P Keaton]

LMK when we are really starting

I’m really starting today!

 

[Grahamburn]

Well, I weighed in today. Haven’t gone too far backwards, still down 1.2 lbs from starting weight. But also a very stark reminder of why I need to track calories in the MFP app every day. Without that accountability I simply make bad food decisions (which is almost always worse when traveling for work).

Back at it starting today.

Traveling for work is always a disaster for me food-wise. I get pouty and start snacking.

I don't travel a lot, but when I do I feel like I lose a lot of control over what I eat. I'm going on a mission trip in a few weeks and I'll be surrounded by young people and snacks. I'll try moderation but I already know this will be a week that I'm up even though we will be doing manual labor outside in Central Florida. I don't want to be in a calorie deficit during that and I should have enough time to get to my goal of sub 200 by August 10. And if I miss by a few days on that goal, that's ok too.

Already super hot and humid here. Been helping my Dad build a dock and sea wall. You’re going to sweat your *** off.

 

[Corporation]

Well, I weighed in today. Haven’t gone too far backwards, still down 1.2 lbs from starting weight. But also a very stark reminder of why I need to track calories in the MFP app every day. Without that accountability I simply make bad food decisions (which is almost always worse when traveling for work).

Back at it starting today.

Traveling for work is always a disaster for me food-wise. I get pouty and start snacking.

I don't travel a lot, but when I do I feel like I lose a lot of control over what I eat. I'm going on a mission trip in a few weeks and I'll be surrounded by young people and snacks. I'll try moderation but I already know this will be a week that I'm up even though we will be doing manual labor outside in Central Florida. I don't want to be in a calorie deficit during that and I should have enough time to get to my goal of sub 200 by August 10. And if I miss by a few days on that goal, that's ok too.

Already super hot and humid here. Been helping my Dad build a dock and sea wall. You’re going to sweat your *** off.

Oddly that's the only place I don't gain weight I need to find an activity that will sweat my belly off

 

[AAABatteries]

Well, I weighed in today. Haven’t gone too far backwards, still down 1.2 lbs from starting weight. But also a very stark reminder of why I need to track calories in the MFP app every day. Without that accountability I simply make bad food decisions (which is almost always worse when traveling for work).

Back at it starting today.

Traveling for work is always a disaster for me food-wise. I get pouty and start snacking.

I don't travel a lot, but when I do I feel like I lose a lot of control over what I eat. I'm going on a mission trip in a few weeks and I'll be surrounded by young people and snacks. I'll try moderation but I already know this will be a week that I'm up even though we will be doing manual labor outside in Central Florida. I don't want to be in a calorie deficit during that and I should have enough time to get to my goal of sub 200 by August 10. And if I miss by a few days on that goal, that's ok too.

Already super hot and humid here. Been helping my Dad build a dock and sea wall. You’re going to sweat your *** off.

Oddly that's the only place I don't gain weight I need to find an activity that will sweat my belly off

If I could strategically eliminate about 15-20 pounds around my belly I’d be looking pretty good. Always the last to come off for me.

 

[Corporation]

Well, I weighed in today. Haven’t gone too far backwards, still down 1.2 lbs from starting weight. But also a very stark reminder of why I need to track calories in the MFP app every day. Without that accountability I simply make bad food decisions (which is almost always worse when traveling for work).

Back at it starting today.

Traveling for work is always a disaster for me food-wise. I get pouty and start snacking.

I don't travel a lot, but when I do I feel like I lose a lot of control over what I eat. I'm going on a mission trip in a few weeks and I'll be surrounded by young people and snacks. I'll try moderation but I already know this will be a week that I'm up even though we will be doing manual labor outside in Central Florida. I don't want to be in a calorie deficit during that and I should have enough time to get to my goal of sub 200 by August 10. And if I miss by a few days on that goal, that's ok too.

Already super hot and humid here. Been helping my Dad build a dock and sea wall. You’re going to sweat your *** off.

Oddly that's the only place I don't gain weight I need to find an activity that will sweat my belly off

If I could strategically eliminate about 15-20 pounds around my belly I’d be looking pretty good. Always the last to come off for me.

It's really only my belly and under my chin that accumulates weight, pretty annoying.

 

[belljr]

Ok officially starting Monday. I'm close to my heaviest. 45 pounds to lose oof

 

[AAABatteries]

191.4 - I’ll take it with a birthday dinner at a brewery Friday night and a pool day yesterday. Trying to go super clean until Saturday when we leave for the beach for two weeks.