Heavyweight Challenge 2007-2009 - 5 Days Until the Next Weigh-In (Mar 23, 2008)!

This is the post for the Heavyweight Challenge 2007-2009, for which sign-ups were held here.

All participants have been assigned to one of either Team Hare or Team Tortoise. The team with the most points at the end of the challenge wins. You may earn points in the following ways:

• Each percentage of weight lost is 100 points, and fractions count, so that 0.1%, for example, is 10 points.
• If you specify your height, each KG/M^2 BMI lost is 300 points.
• If you specify your body fat percentage, each percent loss is 50 points and each percent gain of lean body mass is 100 points.
• Each day, you can earn 0.015 points per calorie under your burn you have consumed. This is only if you post your calorie consumption and burn each day, or for all 7 days (Sunday-Saturday) if you post it on each weigh-in.
• You can earn 0.025 points for each calorie you burn with exercise daily, if you post it daily or for all 7 days (Sunday-Saturday) if you post it on each weigh-in.
• Every weigh-in, the winning participant and team from the last weigh-in will be calculated. The winning participant will be given 50 points, and the winning team will receive 25 points for each person on the team. Further, the person who earns the most points for a weigh-in on each team will receive 25 points.
• For each person who reaches a goal on or before the goal date, they earn 1,000 points.

Weigh-ins are on Sundays. You should try to weigh-in on this day if you can, but you will have until Saturday night at midnight each week to weigh in for the previous Sunday. I ask that you certainly don’t make a habbit of weighing in so late, but some people can't always make it on Sunday. Also, if you miss four consecutive weigh-ins, you’ll be removed from the challenge. This challenge depends on participation.

Keep an eye on your dynamically-generated stats, as it will let you know whether you are on track. It will let you know if you should be able to reach your goals, and on what dates, and also how far you have come so far.

When you weigh in, at least specify your current weight and not only the amount lost. In addition, if you do not post your calorie consumption and burn and calories burned with exercise every day, you can post them when you weigh-in for the previous seven days (Sunday-Saturday).

If you have suggestions for how to better this challenge, please let me know!

Weigh-in #17

The next weigh-in is in 5 days on Sunday, March 23, 2008.

We have lost a total of 6.15% body weight (154.7 LB (70.2 KG))! We are averaging a loss of 0.05% body weight (1.8 LB (0.8 KG)) per day.

There are 299 days left in this challenge.

Team Hare is currently in the lead with a score of 14,259 to 6,610, having a loss of 7.81% body weight (99.2 LB (45 KG)).

bonny08 is winning this challenge with 2,977 points, having a loss of 11.46% body weight (22 LB (10 KG)).

Team Hare is expected to win the challenge with a score of 82,025 to 44,892.

devbanana is expected to win the challenge with a score of 20,063 points.

Teams

• Team Hare
  Body weight percentage lost: 7.81% (99.2 LB (45 KG))
  Points: 14,259
  Body weight percentage lost per day: 0.07% (1.1 LB (0.5 KG))
  Body weight percentage lost per week: 0.5% (7.8 LB (3.5 KG))
  Estimated points at end of challenge: 82,025
  Members:

  • devbanana
    Points: 2,617
    Estimated points at end of challenge: 20,063
    Starting weight (Sunday, October 21, 2007): 253.2 LB (114.8 KG)
    Weight on last weigh-in (March 3): 216.2 LB (98.1 KG)
    Total body weight percentage lost: 14.61% (37 LB (16.8 KG))
    Estimated current weight: 212.7 LB (96.5 KG)
    Weight at the start of the challenge: 235 LB (106.6 KG) on Wednesday, November 21, 2007
    Body weight percentage lost since the start of the challenge: 8% (18.8 LB (8.5 KG))
    Body weight percentage gained on the last weigh-in: 0.65% (1.4 LB (0.6 KG))
    Next estimated weigh-in: 212.7 LB (96.5 KG) on Tuesday, March 18, 2008
    Body weight percentage lost per day: 0.11% (0.2 LB (0.1 KG))
    Body weight percentage lost per week: 0.76% (1.6 LB (0.7 KG))
    Starting BMI: 37.4 KG/M^2
    BMI on last weigh-in (March 3): 31.9 KG/M^2
    Total decrease in BMI: 5.5 KG/M^2
    BMI at the start of the challenge: 34.7 KG/M^2
    Decrease in BMI since the start of the challenge: 2.8 KG/M^2
    Starting body fat percentage (December 30, 2007): 33.71% (76.5 LB (34.7 KG))
    Last body fat percentage (March 3): 30.8% (66.6 LB (30.2 KG))
    Body fat percentage lost: 12.97% (9.9 LB (4.5 KG))
    Estimated current body fat percentage: 30.23% (64.3 LB (29.2 KG))
    Body fat percentage lost per day: 0.2% (0.2 LB (0.1 KG))
    Body fat percentage lost per week: 1.42% (1.1 LB (0.5 KG))
    Starting lean body mass percentage (December 30, 2007): 66.29% (150.5 LB (68.3 KG))
    Last lean body mass percentage (March 3): 69.2% (149.6 LB (67.9 KG))
    Lean body mass percentage lost: 0.58% (0.9 LB (0.4 KG))
    Estimated current lean body mass percentage: 70.24% (149.4 LB (67.8 KG))
    Lean body mass percentage lost per day: 0.01% (0 LB (0 KG))
    Lean body mass percentage lost per week: 0.06% (0.1 LB (0 KG))
    Total average calorie deficit: 835 calories
    Total calories burned with exercise: 983 calories

    Goals:

    • Sunday, January 6, 2008
      Weight: 225 LB (102.1 KG)
      This goal was reached on time. It was reached on .
    • Sunday, April 6, 2008
      Weight: 210 LB (95.3 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is expected to be reached on time, and should be reached on Sunday, March 30, 2008.
      The expected weight on April 6, 2008 is 208.3 LB (94.5 KG).
    • Sunday, July 6, 2008
      Weight: 196 LB (88.9 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is expected to be reached on time, and should be reached on Monday, June 2, 2008.
      The expected weight on July 6, 2008 is 188.7 LB (85.6 KG).
    • Sunday, October 5, 2008
      Weight: 182 LB (82.6 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is expected to be reached on time, and should be reached on Friday, August 8, 2008.
      The expected weight on October 5, 2008 is 170.8 LB (77.5 KG).
    • Sunday, January 4, 2009
      Weight: 168 LB (76.2 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is expected to be reached on time, and should be reached on Tuesday, October 21, 2008.

    Ultimate goal: 168 LB (76.2 KG). It is estimated that this goal will be reached on Tuesday, October 21, 2008.

  • ellinj0206
    Points: 2,753
    Estimated points at end of challenge: 15,508
    Starting weight (Friday, December 28, 2007): 301 LB (136.5 KG)
    Weight on last weigh-in (February 25): 281.2 LB (127.6 KG)
    Total body weight percentage lost: 6.58% (19.8 LB (9 KG))
    Estimated current weight: 274.4 LB (124.5 KG)
    Weight at the start of the challenge: 301 LB (136.5 KG) on Friday, December 28, 2007
    Body weight percentage lost since the start of the challenge: 6.58% (19.8 LB (9 KG))
    Body weight percentage lost on the last weigh-in: 0.67% (1.9 LB (0.9 KG))
    Next estimated weigh-in: 274.4 LB (124.5 KG) on Tuesday, March 18, 2008
    Body weight percentage lost per day: 0.11% (0.3 LB (0.1 KG))
    Body weight percentage lost per week: 0.78% (2.1 LB (1 KG))
    Starting BMI: 53.3 KG/M^2
    BMI on last weigh-in (February 25): 49.8 KG/M^2
    Total decrease in BMI: 3.5 KG/M^2
    BMI at the start of the challenge: 53.3 KG/M^2
    Decrease in BMI since the start of the challenge: 3.5 KG/M^2
    

    Goals:

    • Sunday, January 6, 2008
      Weight: 301 LB (136.5 KG)
      This goal was reached on time. It was reached on .
    • Sunday, April 6, 2008
      Weight: 280 LB (127 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is expected to be reached on time
    • Sunday, July 6, 2008
      Weight: 265 LB (120.2 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is expected to be reached on time, and should be reached on Saturday, April 19, 2008.
      The expected weight on July 6, 2008 is 242.7 LB (110.1 KG).
    • Sunday, October 5, 2008
      Weight: 250 LB (113.4 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is expected to be reached on time, and should be reached on Tuesday, June 10, 2008.
      The expected weight on October 5, 2008 is 219.3 LB (99.5 KG).
    • Sunday, January 4, 2009
      Weight: 225 LB (102.1 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is expected to be reached on time, and should be reached on Saturday, September 13, 2008.
      The ultimate goal (200 LB (90.7 KG)) is expected to be reached by January 4, 2009.

    Ultimate goal: 200 LB (90.7 KG). It is estimated that this goal will be reached on Saturday, December 27, 2008.

  • greyskies
    Points: 1,510
    Estimated points at end of challenge: 6,773
    Starting weight (Thursday, November 22, 2007): 155 LB (70.3 KG)
    Weight on last weigh-in (March 10): 142.6 LB (64.7 KG)
    Total body weight percentage lost: 8% (12.4 LB (5.6 KG))
    Estimated current weight: 141.8 LB (64.3 KG)
    Weight at the start of the challenge: 155 LB (70.3 KG) on Thursday, November 22, 2007
    Body weight percentage lost since the start of the challenge: 8% (12.4 LB (5.6 KG))
    Body weight percentage lost on the last weigh-in: 0.7% (1 LB (0.5 KG))
    Next estimated weigh-in: 141.8 LB (64.3 KG) on Tuesday, March 18, 2008
    Body weight percentage lost per day: 0.07% (0.1 LB (0 KG))
    Body weight percentage lost per week: 0.51% (0.7 LB (0.3 KG))
    Starting BMI: 30.3 KG/M^2
    BMI on last weigh-in (March 10): 27.8 KG/M^2
    Total decrease in BMI: 2.4 KG/M^2
    BMI at the start of the challenge: 30.3 KG/M^2
    Decrease in BMI since the start of the challenge: 2.4 KG/M^2
    Starting body fat percentage (January 13, 2008): 32% (46.7 LB (21.2 KG))
    Last body fat percentage (January 20): 31.7% (45.6 LB (20.7 KG))
    Body fat percentage lost: 2.29% (1.1 LB (0.5 KG))
    Estimated current body fat percentage: 26.51% (37.6 LB (17 KG))
    Body fat percentage lost per day: 0.33% (0.2 LB (0.1 KG))
    Body fat percentage lost per week: 2.29% (1.1 LB (0.5 KG))
    Starting lean body mass percentage (January 13, 2008): 68% (99.3 LB (45 KG))
    Last lean body mass percentage (January 20): 68.3% (98.4 LB (44.6 KG))
    Lean body mass percentage lost: 0.93% (0.9 LB (0.4 KG))
    Estimated current lean body mass percentage: 64.16% (91 LB (41.3 KG))
    Lean body mass percentage lost per day: 0.13% (0.1 LB (0.1 KG))
    Lean body mass percentage lost per week: 0.93% (0.9 LB (0.4 KG))
    Total average calorie deficit: 520 calories
    Total calories burned with exercise: 3,014 calories

    Goals:

    • Sunday, January 6, 2008
      Weight: 147 LB (66.7 KG)
      This goal was not reached on time.
    • Sunday, April 6, 2008
      Weight: 135 LB (61.2 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is not expected to be reached on time. It is expected to be reached on Saturday, May 24, 2008.
      The expected weight on April 6, 2008 is 139.8 LB (63.4 KG).
    • Sunday, July 6, 2008
      Weight: 122 LB (55.3 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is not expected to be reached on time. It is expected to be reached on Thursday, October 9, 2008.
      The expected weight on July 6, 2008 is 130.8 LB (59.3 KG).
    • Sunday, October 5, 2008
      Weight: 110 LB (49.9 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is not expected to be reached on time. It is expected to be reached on Friday, February 27, 2009.
      The expected weight on October 5, 2008 is 122.3 LB (55.5 KG).
    • Sunday, January 4, 2009
      Weight: 106 LB (48.1 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is not expected to be reached on time. It is expected to be reached on Saturday, April 18, 2009.
      The expected weight on January 4, 2009 is 114.4 LB (51.9 KG).

    Ultimate goal: 106 LB (48.1 KG). It is estimated that this goal will be reached on Saturday, April 18, 2009.

  • onwi
    Points: 2,842
    Estimated points at end of challenge: 16,535
    Starting weight (Saturday, November 10, 2007): 199 LB (90.3 KG)
    Weight on last weigh-in (March 10): 169 LB (76.7 KG)
    Total body weight percentage lost: 15.08% (30 LB (13.6 KG))
    Estimated current weight: 167.3 LB (75.9 KG)
    Weight at the start of the challenge: 191 LB (86.6 KG) on Thursday, November 22, 2007
    Body weight percentage lost since the start of the challenge: 11.52% (22 LB (10 KG))
    Body weight percentage gained on the last weigh-in: 1.81% (3 LB (1.4 KG))
    Next estimated weigh-in: 167.3 LB (75.9 KG) on Tuesday, March 18, 2008
    Body weight percentage lost per day: 0.12% (0.2 LB (0.1 KG))
    Body weight percentage lost per week: 0.87% (1.5 LB (0.7 KG))
    Starting BMI: 34.2 KG/M^2
    BMI on last weigh-in (March 10): 29 KG/M^2
    Total decrease in BMI: 5.1 KG/M^2
    BMI at the start of the challenge: 32.8 KG/M^2
    Decrease in BMI since the start of the challenge: 3.8 KG/M^2
    Total average calorie deficit: 1,104 calories
    Total calories burned with exercise: 6,736 calories

    Goals:

    • Sunday, January 6, 2008
      Weight: 179 LB (81.2 KG)
      This goal was reached on time. It was reached on .
    • Sunday, April 6, 2008
      Weight: 159 LB (72.1 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is not expected to be reached on time. It is expected to be reached on Monday, April 28, 2008.
      The expected weight on April 6, 2008 is 163.4 LB (74.1 KG).
    • Sunday, July 6, 2008
      Weight: 144 LB (65.3 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is not expected to be reached on time. It is expected to be reached on Thursday, July 17, 2008.
      The expected weight on July 6, 2008 is 145.9 LB (66.2 KG).
    • Sunday, October 5, 2008
      Weight: 140 LB (63.5 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is expected to be reached on time, and should be reached on Saturday, August 9, 2008.
    • Sunday, January 4, 2009
      Weight: 140 LB (63.5 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is expected to be reached on time, and should be reached on Saturday, August 9, 2008.

    Ultimate goal: 140 LB (63.5 KG). It is estimated that this goal will be reached on Saturday, August 9, 2008.

  • susanfinkel
    Points: 2,866
    Estimated points at end of challenge: 14,701
    Starting weight (Sunday, October 14, 2007): 212 LB (96.2 KG)
    Weight on last weigh-in (March 9): 179.6 LB (81.5 KG)
    Total body weight percentage lost: 15.28% (32.4 LB (14.7 KG))
    Estimated current weight: 177.9 LB (80.7 KG)
    Weight at the start of the challenge: 200 LB (90.7 KG) on Friday, November 23, 2007
    Body weight percentage lost since the start of the challenge: 10.2% (20.4 LB (9.3 KG))
    Body weight percentage lost on the last weigh-in: 1.64% (3 LB (1.4 KG))
    Next estimated weigh-in: 177.9 LB (80.7 KG) on Tuesday, March 18, 2008
    Body weight percentage lost per day: 0.1% (0.2 LB (0.1 KG))
    Body weight percentage lost per week: 0.73% (1.3 LB (0.6 KG))
    Starting BMI: 34.2 KG/M^2
    BMI on last weigh-in (March 9): 29 KG/M^2
    Total decrease in BMI: 5.2 KG/M^2
    BMI at the start of the challenge: 32.3 KG/M^2
    Decrease in BMI since the start of the challenge: 3.3 KG/M^2
    Total average calorie deficit: 486 calories
    Total calories burned with exercise: 289 calories

    Goals:

    • Sunday, January 6, 2008
      Weight: 190 LB (86.2 KG)
      This goal was reached on time. It was reached on .
    • Sunday, April 6, 2008
      Weight: 170 LB (77.1 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is not expected to be reached on time. It is expected to be reached on Thursday, May 1, 2008.
      The expected weight on April 6, 2008 is 174.5 LB (79.1 KG).
    • Sunday, July 6, 2008
      Weight: 155 LB (70.3 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is not expected to be reached on time. It is expected to be reached on Tuesday, July 29, 2008.
      The expected weight on July 6, 2008 is 158.7 LB (72 KG).
    • Sunday, October 5, 2008
      Weight: 145 LB (65.8 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is expected to be reached on time, and should be reached on Wednesday, October 1, 2008.
      The expected weight on October 5, 2008 is 144.4 LB (65.5 KG).
    • Sunday, January 4, 2009
      Weight: 139 LB (63 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is expected to be reached on time, and should be reached on Tuesday, November 11, 2008.

    Ultimate goal: 139 LB (63 KG). It is estimated that this goal will be reached on Tuesday, November 11, 2008.

  • ziggy81365
    Points: 1,672
    Estimated points at end of challenge: 8,445
    Starting weight (Wednesday, December 26, 2007): 188 LB (85.3 KG)
    Weight on last weigh-in (March 7): 182.2 LB (82.6 KG)
    Total body weight percentage lost: 3.09% (5.8 LB (2.6 KG))
    Estimated current weight: 181.3 LB (82.3 KG)
    Weight at the start of the challenge: 188 LB (85.3 KG) on Wednesday, December 26, 2007
    Body weight percentage lost since the start of the challenge: 3.09% (5.8 LB (2.6 KG))
    Body weight percentage gained on the last weigh-in: 1.56% (2.8 LB (1.3 KG))
    Next estimated weigh-in: 181.3 LB (82.3 KG) on Tuesday, March 18, 2008
    Body weight percentage lost per day: 0.04% (0.1 LB (0 KG))
    Body weight percentage lost per week: 0.3% (0.5 LB (0.2 KG))
    Starting BMI: 29.4 KG/M^2
    BMI on last weigh-in (March 7): 28.5 KG/M^2
    Total decrease in BMI: 0.9 KG/M^2
    BMI at the start of the challenge: 29.4 KG/M^2
    Decrease in BMI since the start of the challenge: 0.9 KG/M^2
    Total average calorie deficit: 170 calories
    Total calories burned with exercise: 3,229 calories

    Goals:

    • Sunday, January 6, 2008
      Weight: 186 LB (84.4 KG)
      This goal was reached on time. It was reached on .
    • Sunday, April 6, 2008
      Weight: 170 LB (77.1 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is not expected to be reached on time. It is expected to be reached on Saturday, August 16, 2008.
      The expected weight on April 6, 2008 is 179.9 LB (81.6 KG).
    • Sunday, July 6, 2008
      Weight: 160 LB (72.6 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is not expected to be reached on time. It is expected to be reached on Monday, January 5, 2009.
      The expected weight on July 6, 2008 is 173 LB (78.5 KG).
    • Sunday, October 5, 2008
      Weight: 150 LB (68 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is not expected to be reached on time. It is expected to be reached on Thursday, June 4, 2009.
      The expected weight on October 5, 2008 is 166.4 LB (75.5 KG).
    • Sunday, January 4, 2009
      Weight: 143 LB (64.9 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is not expected to be reached on time. It is expected to be reached on Thursday, September 24, 2009.
      The expected weight on January 4, 2009 is 160 LB (72.6 KG).

    Ultimate goal: 143 LB (64.9 KG). It is estimated that this goal will be reached on Thursday, September 24, 2009.

• Team Tortoise
  Body weight percentage lost: 4.46% (55.5 LB (25.2 KG))
  Points: 6,610
  Body weight percentage lost per day: 0.04% (0.7 LB (0.3 KG))
  Body weight percentage lost per week: 0.28% (4.9 LB (2.2 KG))
  Estimated points at end of challenge: 44,892
  Members:

  • bonny08
    Points: 2,977
    Estimated points at end of challenge: 10,931
    Starting weight (Wednesday, November 28, 2007): 193 LB (87.5 KG)
    Weight on last weigh-in (March 10): 170 LB (77.1 KG)
    Total body weight percentage lost: 11.92% (23 LB (10.4 KG))
    Estimated current weight: 168.4 LB (76.4 KG)
    Weight at the start of the challenge: 192 LB (87.1 KG) on Tuesday, December 4, 2007
    Body weight percentage lost since the start of the challenge: 11.46% (22 LB (10 KG))
    Body weight percentage lost on the last weigh-in: 0.58% (1 LB (0.5 KG))
    Next estimated weigh-in: 168.4 LB (76.4 KG) on Tuesday, March 18, 2008
    Body weight percentage lost per day: 0.12% (0.2 LB (0.1 KG))
    Body weight percentage lost per week: 0.81% (1.4 LB (0.6 KG))
    

    Goals:

    • Sunday, January 6, 2008
      Weight: 187 LB (84.8 KG)
      This goal was reached on time. It was reached on .
    • Sunday, April 6, 2008
      Weight: 170 LB (77.1 KG)
      This goal has been reached on Monday, March 10, 2008!
      
    • Sunday, July 6, 2008
      Weight: 153 LB (69.4 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is expected to be reached on time, and should be reached on Tuesday, June 10, 2008.
      The expected weight on July 6, 2008 is 148.3 LB (67.3 KG).
    • Sunday, October 5, 2008
      Weight: 137 LB (62.1 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is expected to be reached on time, and should be reached on Saturday, September 13, 2008.
      The expected weight on October 5, 2008 is 133.5 LB (60.5 KG).
    • Sunday, January 4, 2009
      Weight: 127 LB (57.6 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is expected to be reached on time, and should be reached on Monday, November 17, 2008.

    Ultimate goal: 127 LB (57.6 KG). It is estimated that this goal will be reached on Monday, November 17, 2008.

  • chrissyw23
    Points: 171
    Estimated points at end of challenge: 906
    Starting weight (Tuesday, December 4, 2007): 175 LB (79.4 KG)
    Weight on last weigh-in (February 17): 172 LB (78 KG)
    Total body weight percentage lost: 1.71% (3 LB (1.4 KG))
    Estimated current weight: 170.8 LB (77.5 KG)
    Weight at the start of the challenge: 175 LB (79.4 KG) on Tuesday, December 4, 2007
    Body weight percentage lost since the start of the challenge: 1.71% (3 LB (1.4 KG))
    No weight was lost on the last weigh-in.
    Next estimated weigh-in: 170.8 LB (77.5 KG) on Tuesday, March 18, 2008
    Body weight percentage lost per day: 0.02% (0 LB (0 KG))
    Body weight percentage lost per week: 0.16% (0.3 LB (0.1 KG))
    

    Goals:

    • Sunday, January 6, 2008
      Weight: 165 LB (74.8 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
    • Sunday, April 6, 2008
      Weight: 150 LB (68 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is not expected to be reached on time. It is expected to be reached on Thursday, October 8, 2009.
      The expected weight on April 6, 2008 is 170.1 LB (77.1 KG).
    • Sunday, July 6, 2008
      Weight: 135 LB (61.2 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is not expected to be reached on time. It is expected to be reached on Wednesday, January 12, 2011.
      The expected weight on July 6, 2008 is 166.6 LB (75.6 KG).
    • Sunday, October 5, 2008
      Weight: 120 LB (54.4 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is not expected to be reached on time. It is expected to be reached on Monday, June 11, 2012.
      The expected weight on October 5, 2008 is 163.2 LB (74 KG).
    • Sunday, January 4, 2009
      Weight: 105 LB (47.6 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is not expected to be reached on time. It is expected to be reached on Thursday, January 16, 2014.
      The expected weight on January 4, 2009 is 159.8 LB (72.5 KG).

    Ultimate goal: 105 LB (47.6 KG). It is estimated that this goal will be reached on Thursday, January 16, 2014.

  • denise07
    Points: 1,379
    Estimated points at end of challenge: 12,840
    Starting weight (Sunday, April 15, 2007): 343 LB (155.6 KG)
    Weight on last weigh-in (March 7): 270.6 LB (122.7 KG)
    Total body weight percentage lost: 21.11% (72.4 LB (32.8 KG))
    Estimated current weight: 268.7 LB (121.9 KG)
    Weight at the start of the challenge: 280.2 LB (127.1 KG) on Thursday, November 22, 2007
    Body weight percentage lost since the start of the challenge: 3.43% (9.6 LB (4.4 KG))
    Body weight percentage gained on the last weigh-in: 0.45% (1.2 LB (0.5 KG))
    Next estimated weigh-in: 268.7 LB (121.9 KG) on Tuesday, March 18, 2008
    Body weight percentage lost per day: 0.06% (0.2 LB (0.1 KG))
    Body weight percentage lost per week: 0.45% (1.2 LB (0.6 KG))
    Starting BMI: 62.7 KG/M^2
    BMI on last weigh-in (March 7): 49.5 KG/M^2
    Total decrease in BMI: 13.2 KG/M^2
    BMI at the start of the challenge: 51.2 KG/M^2
    Decrease in BMI since the start of the challenge: 1.8 KG/M^2
    Total average calorie deficit: 764 calories
    Total calories burned with exercise: 7,151 calories

    Goals:

    • Sunday, January 6, 2008
      Weight: 272 LB (123.4 KG)
      This goal was not reached on time.
    • Sunday, April 6, 2008
      Weight: 252 LB (114.3 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is not expected to be reached on time. It is expected to be reached on Thursday, June 26, 2008.
      The expected weight on April 6, 2008 is 265.4 LB (120.4 KG).
    • Sunday, July 6, 2008
      Weight: 232 LB (105.2 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is not expected to be reached on time. It is expected to be reached on Saturday, November 1, 2008.
      The expected weight on July 6, 2008 is 250.3 LB (113.5 KG).
    • Sunday, October 5, 2008
      Weight: 215 LB (97.5 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is not expected to be reached on time. It is expected to be reached on Friday, February 27, 2009.
      The expected weight on October 5, 2008 is 236 LB (107 KG).
    • Sunday, January 4, 2009
      Weight: 200 LB (90.7 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is not expected to be reached on time. It is expected to be reached on Friday, June 19, 2009.
      The expected weight on January 4, 2009 is 222.5 LB (100.9 KG).

    Ultimate goal: 135 LB (61.2 KG). It is estimated that this goal will be reached on Friday, February 18, 2011.

  • irlmonet
    Points: 1,504
    Estimated points at end of challenge: 15,973
    Starting weight (Friday, October 12, 2007): 187 LB (84.8 KG)
    Weight on last weigh-in (March 9): 176 LB (79.8 KG)
    Total body weight percentage lost: 5.88% (11 LB (5 KG))
    Estimated current weight: 175.4 LB (79.6 KG)
    Weight at the start of the challenge: 187 LB (84.8 KG) on Sunday, December 9, 2007
    Body weight percentage lost since the start of the challenge: 5.88% (11 LB (5 KG))
    Body weight percentage lost on the last weigh-in: 0.56% (1 LB (0.5 KG))
    Next estimated weigh-in: 175.4 LB (79.6 KG) on Tuesday, March 18, 2008
    Body weight percentage lost per day: 0.04% (0.1 LB (0 KG))
    Body weight percentage lost per week: 0.28% (0.5 LB (0.2 KG))
    Starting BMI: 32.1 KG/M^2
    BMI on last weigh-in (March 9): 30.2 KG/M^2
    Total decrease in BMI: 1.9 KG/M^2
    BMI at the start of the challenge: 32.1 KG/M^2
    Decrease in BMI since the start of the challenge: 1.9 KG/M^2
    Starting body fat percentage (January 10, 2008): 39.9% (74.2 LB (33.7 KG))
    Last body fat percentage (February 4): 34.6% (61.2 LB (27.8 KG))
    Body fat percentage lost: 17.48% (13 LB (5.9 KG))
    Estimated current body fat percentage: 24.27% (42.6 LB (19.3 KG))
    Body fat percentage lost per day: 0.7% (0.5 LB (0.2 KG))
    Body fat percentage lost per week: 4.89% (3.6 LB (1.6 KG))
    Starting lean body mass percentage (January 10, 2008): 60.1% (111.8 LB (50.7 KG))
    Last lean body mass percentage (February 4): 65.4% (115.8 LB (52.5 KG))
    Lean body mass percentage gained: 3.55% (4 LB (1.8 KG))
    Estimated current lean body mass percentage: 70.01% (122.8 LB (55.7 KG))
    Lean Body mass percentage gained per day: 0.14% (0.2 LB (0.1 KG))
    Lean Body mass percentage gained per week: 0.99% (1.1 LB (0.5 KG))
    Total calories burned with exercise: 5,085 calories

    Goals:

    • Sunday, January 6, 2008
      Weight: 180 LB (81.6 KG)
      This goal was not reached on time.
    • Sunday, April 6, 2008
      Weight: 165 LB (74.8 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is not expected to be reached on time. It is expected to be reached on Wednesday, August 20, 2008.
      The expected weight on April 6, 2008 is 174.1 LB (79 KG).
    • Sunday, July 6, 2008
      Weight: 140 LB (63.5 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is not expected to be reached on time. It is expected to be reached on Saturday, October 10, 2009.
      The expected weight on July 6, 2008 is 167.9 LB (76.2 KG).
    • Sunday, October 5, 2008
      Weight: 130 LB (59 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is not expected to be reached on time. It is expected to be reached on Friday, April 16, 2010.
      The expected weight on October 5, 2008 is 162 LB (73.5 KG).
    • Sunday, January 4, 2009
      Weight: 115 LB (52.2 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is not expected to be reached on time. It is expected to be reached on Monday, February 21, 2011.
      The expected weight on January 4, 2009 is 156.3 LB (70.9 KG).

    Ultimate goal: 115 LB (52.2 KG). It is estimated that this goal will be reached on Monday, February 21, 2011.

  • lmy2301
    Points: 269
    Estimated points at end of challenge: 1,674
    Starting weight (Wednesday, December 26, 2007): 205 LB (93 KG)
    Weight on last weigh-in (February 24): 199.5 LB (90.5 KG)
    Total body weight percentage lost: 2.68% (5.5 LB (2.5 KG))
    Estimated current weight: 197.5 LB (89.6 KG)
    Weight at the start of the challenge: 205 LB (93 KG) on Wednesday, December 26, 2007
    Body weight percentage lost since the start of the challenge: 2.68% (5.5 LB (2.5 KG))
    Body weight percentage gained on the last weigh-in: 0.25% (0.5 LB (0.2 KG))
    Next estimated weigh-in: 197.5 LB (89.6 KG) on Tuesday, March 18, 2008
    Body weight percentage lost per day: 0.04% (0.1 LB (0 KG))
    Body weight percentage lost per week: 0.31% (0.6 LB (0.3 KG))
    

    Goals:

    • Sunday, January 6, 2008
      Weight: 202 LB (91.6 KG)
      This goal was not reached on time.
    • Sunday, April 6, 2008
      Weight: 190 LB (86.2 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is not expected to be reached on time. It is expected to be reached on Friday, June 13, 2008.
      The expected weight on April 6, 2008 is 195.8 LB (88.8 KG).
    • Sunday, July 6, 2008
      Weight: 180 LB (81.6 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is not expected to be reached on time. It is expected to be reached on Sunday, October 12, 2008.
      The expected weight on July 6, 2008 is 188 LB (85.3 KG).
    • Sunday, October 5, 2008
      Weight: 170 LB (77.1 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is not expected to be reached on time. It is expected to be reached on Monday, February 16, 2009.
      The expected weight on October 5, 2008 is 180.5 LB (81.9 KG).
    • Sunday, January 4, 2009
      Weight: 160 LB (72.6 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is not expected to be reached on time. It is expected to be reached on Thursday, July 2, 2009.
      The expected weight on January 4, 2009 is 173.3 LB (78.6 KG).

    Ultimate goal: 160 LB (72.6 KG). It is estimated that this goal will be reached on Thursday, July 2, 2009.

  • tina1985
    Points: 310
    Estimated points at end of challenge: 2,568
    Starting weight (Monday, November 5, 2007): 214 LB (97.1 KG)
    Weight on last weigh-in (February 3): 201 LB (91.2 KG)
    Total body weight percentage lost: 6.07% (13 LB (5.9 KG))
    Estimated current weight: 195.1 LB (88.5 KG)
    Weight at the start of the challenge: 205.4 LB (93.2 KG) on Wednesday, November 21, 2007
    Body weight percentage lost since the start of the challenge: 2.14% (4.4 LB (2 KG))
    No weight was lost on the last weigh-in.
    Next estimated weigh-in: 195.1 LB (88.5 KG) on Tuesday, March 18, 2008
    Body weight percentage lost per day: 0.07% (0.1 LB (0.1 KG))
    Body weight percentage lost per week: 0.47% (0.9 LB (0.4 KG))
    

    Goals:

    • Sunday, January 6, 2008
      Weight: 195 LB (88.5 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
    • Sunday, April 6, 2008
      Weight: 185 LB (83.9 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is not expected to be reached on time. It is expected to be reached on Thursday, June 5, 2008.
      The expected weight on April 6, 2008 is 192.6 LB (87.4 KG).
    • Sunday, July 6, 2008
      Weight: 175 LB (79.4 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is not expected to be reached on time. It is expected to be reached on Wednesday, August 27, 2008.
      The expected weight on July 6, 2008 is 181.2 LB (82.2 KG).
    • Sunday, October 5, 2008
      Weight: 165 LB (74.8 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is not expected to be reached on time. It is expected to be reached on Saturday, November 22, 2008.
      The expected weight on October 5, 2008 is 170.4 LB (77.3 KG).
    • Sunday, January 4, 2009
      Weight: 155 LB (70.3 KG)
      This goal has not yet been reached.
      This goal is not expected to be reached on time. It is expected to be reached on Monday, February 23, 2009.
      The expected weight on January 4, 2009 is 160.2 LB (72.7 KG).

    Ultimate goal: 155 LB (70.3 KG). It is estimated that this goal will be reached on Monday, February 23, 2009.

Calories:

• Eaten: 1974 calories
• Burned: 2760 calories
• Deficit: 786 calories

I found a great breakfast that gives me a good 400 calorie start to my day. It consists of bite size frosted mini-wheats with skim milk, plus two cups of skim milk to drink, and a medium (or what I'm guessing is medium) banana. That's been helping me to reach my healthy deficit a lot easier. I'm still not making the best food choices, though I did make 25% fat/25% protein/50% carbs (or approximately that much), but in general I really do need to lower fats and increase protein a bit, and maybe *gag* fit in some of those vegetables.

Exercise:

• Calisthenics, etc
  7 mins
  96 calories

Total: 7 mins, 96 calories

I really did intend to get on the treadmill, but all that intention unfortunately didn't get me down there. I was stuck with my family all day so my exercise was postponed to tonight.

 

Calories:
Eaten: 2810 calories
Burned: 2974 calories
Deficit: 64 calories

Exercise: recumbent bike 30 min and weights 10 min, 250 calories

Total: 40 mins, 250 calories 

Hi all:  Sorry I haven't posted any deficits yet.  I haven't been very good about keeping my journal in the last few days but I plan to get back to it today.  Also haven't been to the gym in a couple/three weeks but plan on getting back to that as well.  I do think I'm burning more calories just being alive than shows on the website just because I don't sleep much.  At most, I might stay in bed 6 hours and then I can't stand it anymore so I figure my body is using a few more calories to just be up and around.  Don't know how that works out. 

Looks like it's going to be cold and windy here today with a possibility of snow flurries.  Glad I got down all of the Xmas decorations at home and office yesterday.  Wasn't a bad day at all but they would be flying around the neighborhood today if I hadn't gotten them down!

I also agree with y'all about what to count as exercise.  I know that the lists show things like housework, etc. but I figure those normal activities are part of how they come up with our calorie expenditure for the day unless it's something like moving furniture for a hour or waxing floors by hand or something (something I have NO intention of doing!!!).  I'm also up and down the steps all day long at work because we don't have an elevator but I don't count that either because I figure my body is already used to it and it's not like I do it continuously for 30 minutes or anything, although it feels like it sometimes.

Well, I promise I will do better and I think I'll try to keep my journal and just post deficits by the week at weigh in if that's okay.  Thanks and y'all have a great day.

No problem, Susan. :)

Yeah, we got a really bad snowstorm here last night! Thankfully I don't have to go out in it. :D

this is a really weird week for me. I thought I was doing really well with my diet and excercising and all of that, but now I'm not sure. 

I weighed myself today and I was 149.6 Why was it up again, and so high?  I have been working out more than normal, so maybe my muscles are holding onto more water? I don't know... I am hoping that my body gets back on track and gets the signal to drop the weight.

uggg, I am dissapointed, but I am going work out today. 

Greyskies, I'm sure you'll do fine. Just be rational; there's really no way to gain that much fat in so little time. Sometimes that doesn't help, but we just have to hang on until the bump is over.

thanks so much dev. I remembered how much sodium I had yesterday, so I think thats why the numbers were so off.  I just did 15 minutes on the elliptical, I am hoping to do 30 minutes on the bike by the end of the day, so I will let you know how that goes. 

I think I got scared a bit because I didn't count calories at all for like 3 or 4 days last week, so I was worried that it was finally catching up to me.  I will just try to keep up the hard work, and eat healthy, and not junk.  

 Sodium is horrible! I've been trying to keep it under 2200 MG per day, and if that doesn't work out, 2400, and if that doesn't work, well, 2500 lol. One day I did so great all day, then went to this local restaurant chain called Dingbat's (what a name, huh?), and ended up at 3600 MG! Eek! It's hard to be conscious of it, but I think it pays off, in no bloating, and in the long-term, no blood pressure. Though my one friend said I'm too obsessive.

OK, I got my scale, and I got some good news! My BF percent is only 32.7! OK, not great, and definitely obese, but I was expecting, well, far worse, like above 35, or maybe 40.But now I’m confused. That means my lean body mass is about 150.5 pounds. That’s 4.5 pounds less than my goal weight! If that’s right, I definitely need to change my goal, since 155 wouldn’t be healthy, and I don’t want to burn lean body mass. From my calculations, 177 would be approximately 15% body fat, which is in the acceptable range for men. I’m thinking of making this my new goal, and keep exercising and trying to eat healthier. What do you think?I know these can be a little off, but it’s been reading around that same range the several times I tried it, and I don’t think it could be so far off that would make my previous goal realistic. I think I’m going to set my goal at 177, and reevaluate things when I get there.The thing is, that puts me at a 26.1% BMI, which of course according to the BMI charts is unhealthy. But if I really do have 150 pounds of lean body mass, then I don’t see how it could be unhealthy. Which should I listen to?

In other news, tonight I am venturing into unchartered territories. For dinner, I’m having baked fish with some steamed Brussels sprouts. I haven’t even tried Brussels sprouts for a very long time I don’t think, nor have I had baked fish in ages. But I really want to be healthier, and I certainly don’t want to be thin and still unhealthy. Wish me luck please!

I wish you tons of luck. I hope it's good. I never had a taste for fish, and never tried brussel sprouts. I am more of a chicken and spinach salad girl.  but I'm sure if they are seasoned well they would be really good. and it is super healthy.

About the body fat thing, I have no clue what to think. Me, personally I would keep up what I am doing, and every 10 lb loss I would re-evaluate, and see how much more I need to lose and if it is healthy. I kinda do that right now. If I reach 115 and I am super comfortable and excited about the new me, I will stay there. If I'm not super excited, and think that I will be healthy at 107, then I will keep to my original goal. 

Whatever you decide, I'm on your side and supporting you.

Thanks! The fish was actually excellent! My mom used some lemon, garlic, and other spices on it, and the taste was superb. The brussels sprouts, honestly they weren't bad; I mean I didn't hate them, nor could I proclaim love for them. I'm going to try them again some other time and hopefully grow to like them more. At least I didn't hate them though; that's a big step.

I really appreciate your support. It's really nice to at least have an estimate of body fat percent, even if it isn't spot on. I really do think that is the most important thing, over the BMI, which can't fit everyone. I do have a rather large frame, so the higher number of lean body mass kinda makes sense.

As for everyone else, how are you doing besides weight loss, i.e., eating healthier, etc? It's really difficult to do if you're not used to eating that way.

I'm happy to say that I got a nutrition grade of A today though in my log! That's a first. Usually I get B+. And, I had only 17% fat. :D

If anyone else is trying to work on the same, let's talk about it!

today I blew it on the healthy thing. I need to focus more on that. But I am working out more which is a good start. I normally load up on veggies, lean meats and only eat healthy fats from nuts and stuff like that but lately I have been eating all the wrong kinds of food. But I am keeping portions of them down so its not as bad. but it is definantly something I have to work on.

 I will post my stats a bit early today but my supper is already included and I am going to sleep early tonight.

eaten: 1896

Burned: 2374

deficit today: 478

excercised: 55 minutes of elliptical and bike for 672 calories burned

Hi all:  Dev - I'm really glad you liked the fish and you'll get into the brussell sprouts.  I love them and all seafoods.  There really aren't many veggies I don't like except maybe okra.  Just never got the hang of that slimy stuff - LOL.  My husband thinks I tried to kill him with brussel sprouts a few years back.  He had a clotting problem and we didn't know that all of the leafy green veggies have a lot of Vitamin K, which increases the clotting factor.  That's something that people just jumping into the veggies should know about.  Hard to believe that something that's supposed to be good for you can also contribute to your death.   But I keep eating them as much as I can.  And around here, being rural, we get a lot of fresh stuff during the growing months.

Greyskies, I know how you feel about trying to stick to anything right now.  I feel like I really blew it over Christmas, not so much with food, but there was some of that too, but I did drink quite a bit and although I always count those calories, it couldn't have been very good for the body.  I've only had one mixed drink with dinner tonight and I'm back to my hot tea drinking at night now.  Today, I've probably got too much of a deficit but I ate healthy for all three meals and I'm not getting all the exercise I want so I'm kind of watching it.  Just trying to get back in the groove if you know what I mean.

Weather here tonight is below freezing with very high winds so no doubt something is going to freeze and bust!!!  I brought some groceries home and my husband told me to make sure I didn't leave any sodas or anything in there cause they would freeze.

Well, I'm going to get off the computer, which is in the absolute coldest part of the house (surrounded by sliding glass doors...) and get in my recliner, with my flannel jammies, my blanket and hopefully the cat and finish a book I've been reading.  This kind of weather makes me want to hibernate.  See y'all later.

Susan, yeah I think I might have that fish once more before I leave. My worry is what I'll do at college. They always have that grill with cheese burgers and hotdogs and french fries, as well as a place with pizza. They do have a main line with some main dish with some grain and a vegetable, but I often don't like the main meal they're having. Maybe I'll be more adventurous with the vegetables though. either way, I hate being confined to sandwiches or turkey wraps when I don't like the main meal.

Also, I can't get nutritional information on the food! I can only take a guestimate. Here, I can drive my mom nuts to read the package, lol. Also, I never know what their main meal is going to be, anyway, though the pizza, cheese burgers, hotdogs, french fries, pasta, and sandwiches are constants.

Ah well, I have a few more days of knowing what I'm eating, then I'll make the best with what I have.

Everyone, I highly suggest getting your body fat percent measured, especially if you are on the extremes of frame size or height! I, as it happens, am very large-framed. I got my new scale today that estimates body fat percentage, and it was pretty consistent with the BF readout. I calculated my lean body mass, then my BMR using the equation 370 + 21.6x where x is the lean body mass in KG, then multiplied by 1.2 for sedentary (search on Google for more information, I forget the name of the guy who came up with the formula). What'd I get? 2213 calories! That's 447 calories less than what CC+ tells me! Of course, the method using lean body mass is more accurate. It's no wonder I've not been losing much over Christmas! I'm now lowering to between 1500-1600 calories and seeing how that works for me.

Susan, your vivid description of your relaxation on the couch prompted me to want to do the same, lol. Sounds so warm and cozy.

January 2, 2008

Calories consumed:  910

Calories burned:  1992

Calories burned through exercise:  323 (30 minutes recumbent bike and 10 minutes of weights)

BTW, devbanana you inspired me to buy a new scale.  Yesterday I ordered a Tanita BF-683W Body Fat/Body Water Feature Scale.  It looks great and got really good consumer reviews.  I can't wait until it arrives!

Onwi, that's great! I think it's good to pay attention to body fat percent. And, pretty soon here I'll be allowing people to log their body fat percentages as well, since that's just as important to lose, if not more! It should help anyone who's plateauing yet losing fat. I foresee it being in full working condition (or as close as possible to working condition) in a day or two.

Wednesday, January 2, 2008

Calories:

• Eaten: 1541 calories
• Burned: 2213 calories
• Deficit: 672 calories

Exercise:

I didn't do any exercise today.

Yahoo everyone!!!  I reached a new low - 189.6!!!  Love the decimal points on this scale!!!  My deficit was pretty high yesterday but I was very strict about what I was putting in my mouth.  Ended up eating some peanuts at night to get to a decent calorie level for the day.  And I ate almost a whole bag of frozen spinach (cooked of course,LOL).  And let me tell you, that will certainly clean you out the next morning!!!!!

Dev, explain this fat index thing to me if you can.  I don't understand how an inanimate object like a scale could possibly understand the makeup of your body just by standing on it.  Are there some other components to it?  I felt the same way about the CC BMI because just using your height and weight just doesn't seem like near enough information to determine your BMI.    For instance, if I'm 5'6" and weigh 190 lbs, I could either be a body builder with virtually no body fat or I could be the slug that I am with  mostly body fat.  

Also Dev, with respect to getting  healthy food at college - do you have a microwave  in your room?  I buy prepacked frozen fish fillets by the large bag and for dinner just take out what we need.  We usually sautee in a little olive oil or just pan spray but I have nuked them on occasion.  And that way you would know exactly how much you are getting and what the nutrient readings were.  Just a thought.   I know what you mean about campus food.  Even though it's been a lifetime since I was on campus, they mostly served cheap, filling food made up of starches and fat.  Of course, we had a dining hall where they served sit down meals family style etc.  I DID fall in love with powdered eggs though.  Had never really eaten breakfast as a habit but soon got into eating at school.  Of course, they also had 25 cent beer too!!!!

Y'all have a great day.  Very cold here - 24 degrees but no moisture so no snow.  Just a bunch of frozen vegetation...

Congratulations! That's great.

Well, the scale uses something called BIA (bioelectrical impedance analysis) that sends a weak electrical current through the pads of your feet, and analyzes how it is impeded throughout your body. Because fat contains more water than muscle, the current can pass through it more easily. It's not 100% accurate, but the most accurate way of trying to estimate this conveniently.

I do have a microwave, but no plates, lol, and I'd have to braille my microwave I think, anyway. Thanks for the ideas though.

Hi all,

I had a pretty good day today (1/3).  Here are my stats:

Calories consumed:  1065

Calories burned:   2090 (282 on the recumbent bike for 30 min)

Calorie Deficit:   1025

Total cals today: 1242

burned: 1773

Deficit: 531

excercised: none, rest day today