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Dashofpixiedust8

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Dashofpixiedust8    1,469

Dashofpixiedust8
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Here we go again!I actually feel fine after my surgery, at least well enough to host one of these challenges.

This challenge will run from June 16, 2017 through August 11, 2017. This will give us a total of 9 weigh ins. I will do my best to post to the spreadsheet within 1 - 2 day of receiving your weight but I will be recovering from surgery, then working three jobs and taking 3 classes so if it takes me a few extra days I am sorry but I WILL have it updated as soon as possible!! Please note that I will recalculate the figures as soon as I can following the Friday weigh in - so your weight percentages may be a little off...

I have made these Friday weigh ins because that will allow us to start as soon as possible. You may post your weight at anytime during the week if Friday is not your weigh in day!

This challenge is for everyone. If you are pre op, post op, in maintenance or looking for some accountability; this challenge is for you! The rules and link to the spreadsheet are below!

Procedures:
Please Post Your Starting Weight (Weight on or around June 16th) Goal Weight (what you would like to weigh at the end of the challenge) at the start of the challenge on June, 16, 2017. Remember this goal weight is only for the end of the challenge, not your ending goal weight!!

You can cut/paste this below and fill it in on your post -

Goal Weight:
Current Weight:
Today's Date:

Rules:
1. I will be awarding a prize to 2 lucky participants! The winners will be selected at random an the only thing you need to do to be eligible for the drawing is log your weight each week!
2.Post your weight on this thread every Friday. Specifically 6/16, 6/23, 6/30, 7/7, 7/14, 7/21, 7/28, 8/4, 8/11
3. If you change your screen name please let me know.
4. If you miss 2 or more weigh ins, I will assume you no longer want to participate and your name will be removed from the spreadsheet.
5. If you miss a weigh in on Friday, no problem. Just post it asap.
6. We are all here to support each other, if you post a question anyone can answer.
7. You will know your weight is updated on the spreadsheet once I've liked your post!

The link to the spreadsheet is below! Have fun, and good luck with this challenge!!!

Remember we are all here to support each other! I look forward to running another challenge with you!

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Dashofpixiedust8    1,469

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I forgot to post the spreadsheet!!! Here it is!

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1BrtSd267Gk5DFT-jDsuMXpmlexitI-ZlPA3AF0MWVnw


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Torriluv87    300

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Yay! Another challenge! I can't wait. Especially since i just got a new full time job and am trying to figure out a way to stay hydrated and satiated while being on my feet 8+ hours a day. Hope everything is going well for you! Congrats on your surgery!

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laney    172

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I am 10 months post op and been stalled looking for accountability. Look forward to the Summer Challenge. Elaine


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Dashofpixiedust8    1,469

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@Torriluv87 I'm hoping this will be helpful in figuring out your new schedule! Thank you! I am doing much better than I thought I was going to be!

@klette0147 I did not have my muscles cut into this time and I am doing okay pain wise as long as I stay on top of my pain meds. I take 4 mg of dilaudid every 4 hours. I tried to cut my dose down to 2mg but then regretted it as the pain came back stronger. My surgeon had called later this afternoon and I told him about needing to take the 4mg and trying the 2 mg. He said he is certain I will be able to reduce my dosage in the next couple days but it is still pretty recent right now. I actually feel well enough to hang out with friends as long as I can just sit and talk! Thank you for the well wishes!!

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Jen-2+1    131

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I'm glad you are feeling well after your surgery. Hopefully that will continue.

I will be on a five week road trip during the challenge, so hopefully this will be a good way to keep my weight from going up while I am having to eat out so often. I am definitely taking my scale with me. I don't want to come home and find out I gained too much.

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Dashofpixiedust8    1,469

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I'm glad you are feeling well after your surgery. Hopefully that will continue.
I will be on a five week road trip during the challenge, so hopefully this will be a good way to keep my weight from going up while I am having to eat out so often. I am definitely taking my scale with me. I don't want to come home and find out I gained too much.


Thank you! I hope it will continue also!

That sounds like a good idea! Also take into account Water weight on this trip though! When I am in the car for a long time I start to retain water in my legs I thing. Make sure you take breaks and walk around to avoid this. Another thing that can make you retain water is eating at restaurants. Even if you pick the healthy sounding dish, restaurants usually use a lot of salt that can make you retain water. I'm not telling you to not weigh yourself, just don't let it get you too down if you see a small gain!


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Entrise    100

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@Dashofpixiedust8 I'm so glad that you are recovering well. [emoji106]

I'm so ready for the next challenge beginning on June 16. You are such an inspiration to me! You accomplish so much and have the determination to do more. Thanks for hosting the up coming challenge. Just remember to partake in your self care as well. You are most important. 🤗🤗🤗

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doingit4me2017    93

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I'm ready for another challenge! Wishing you speedy recovery! [emoji4]


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sjfink    239

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Glad you're doing well! Count me in for the challenge. I should be cleared to exercise in a couple of weeks, assuming my groin incisions continue healing. Excited to see what I can do with my new body!


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sheliss    44

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SO excited to be part of this challenge; this will be my first one. Thanks for setting it up!

Goal Weight: 249.6
Current Weight: 269.6
Today's Date: 6/9/2017

Thank you!!

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alcn1derlnd    146

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Any tips for setting a goal challenge weight? I will be doing my preop diet and having my surgery while this challenge is going on.


HW-292

SW- date 7/6/17

CW-268

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