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AlgaeGirl

Start Weight:	(17 Feb 09) 228.0 lb
Current Weight:	(14 Dec 12) 154.5 lb
Goal Weight:	130.0 lb

following: AlgaeGirl's own diet
performance: losing 0.7 lb a week

I'm 35 years old and 5'4" tall. I've always been a bit heavy...as long as I can remember. Which, in retrospect, seems odd, 'cause I played ringette and softball and badminton and other stuff right through the end of high school. Oh wait, then came university and being poor and working weird jobs with even weirder hours...

I get close to my goals and think "Hey, I'm doing great! I don't think I need to watch what I'm eating so closely." Or "I don't need to work out so hard...I've been out for a walk today." Or even "Meh, I'm having a rotten week, I'm treating myself!" Ah...treats...you are so wonderful and deadly. And I am one of those people who has a bit of a hard time saying no to treats...

This is why I'm back. This site really helps me track my weight and make me mindful of my ultimate goals.

So let's begin again...

My goal weight is 130 lbs. That's my scientifically determined "perfect" weight, where I am neither too fat or too thin. (Though, to be honest, I'd probably be happy somewhere around 140ish or a bit less. I might re-evaluate that once I'm in the low 150s/high 140s.)

Mini Goal 1: To be under 150lbs by the New Year
Mini Goal 2: To be under 140lbs by my annual physical in late April/early May
Mini Goal 3: As close to my goal as I can get by summer

Looking for some folks who want to try with me and keep me honest and losing!

Love, luck and happiness...

FatSecret member since: 17 Feb 09

AlgaeGirl's Weight History

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AlgaeGirl's latest member challenges

Don't Let the Holidays Weigh You Down!

status:	Completed
ended:	05 Jan 13
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Form a Habit

status:	Completed
ended:	29 Oct 12
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AlgaeGirl's buddies

	DReno on diet DReno's own diet
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	mastervan on diet mastervan's own diet
	last weighin: losing 0.9 lb a week

	bella611 on diet Calorie Count
	last weighin: losing 0.2 lb a week

	Chelbi27 on diet Chelbi27's own diet
	last weighin: gaining 0.0 lb a week

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AlgaeGirl's latest photos

A Day at the Toronto Zoo in group Getting Healthy in Ontario Canada! 1 comment	Outside the Royal Ontario Museum in group Getting Healthy in Ontario Canada! no comments	Bobcaygeon Beach Park - Summer of 2007 in group Krazy Canucks no comments	Yoga in challenge Remember to Breathe... no comments	DewDrop in challenge Remember to Breathe... no comments

10 published recipes

AlgaeGirl's cookbook

cals: 679kcal | fat: 32.30g | carbs: 13.56g | prot: 80.08g

Salmon with Sweet Peppers and Garlic

An easy-peasy, lemon squeazy, pan-roasted salmon dish.

cals: 331kcal | fat: 19.69g | carbs: 13.97g | prot: 26.38g

Salmon One Pot

From frozen to table in less than half and hour.

cals: 187kcal | fat: 3.79g | carbs: 21.86g | prot: 17.15g

Roasted Chicken with Glazed Vegetables

A favorite roast chicken meal.

cals: 471kcal | fat: 24.79g | carbs: 6.90g | prot: 53.72g

Orange and Gold Chicken

A quick, easy and flavorful chicken skillet.

cals: 224kcal | fat: 12.49g | carbs: 7.48g | prot: 19.96g

Mediterranean Shrimp and Scallop Stir-Fry

Light, crisp, fresh and quick stir fry. Perfect with a small salad.

cals: 214kcal | fat: 9.94g | carbs: 24.34g | prot: 11.06g

Goat Cheese Spinach Salad

Super sweet spinach salad with goat cheese and fresh fruit mixed together for a winning combination.

cals: 85kcal | fat: 1.55g | carbs: 16.45g | prot: 1.82g

Ginger Peanut Snap

A thin, chewy cross between a peanut butter cookie and a gingersnap.

cals: 216kcal | fat: 15.14g | carbs: 2.25g | prot: 16.54g

Garlic and Mustard Marinated Chicken

Low carb tasty chicken using a really simple marinade.

cals: 203kcal | fat: 6.55g | carbs: 36.00g | prot: 3.26g

Eggplant in Spicy Sauce

Eggplant with some zing.

cals: 410kcal | fat: 13.75g | carbs: 17.36g | prot: 53.94g

Chicken in Orange Sauce

Delicious Chinese dish prepared in a slow cooker.

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AlgaeGirl's latest posts

Milk - Skim, Soy, Almond etc...
I've been using skim milk at home, for recipes, in smoothies and on cereal. My boyfriend thinks we should switch to another non-dairy option.

Anyone have any input on what would be a good switch? Or do I stick with good ol' skim milk?

posted 13 Jun 2012, 07:00

You lost what?!
Well now...somewhere between an elephant's heart and a small bale of hay! Not bad....

Now, if I could just lose a leg and end with a gold brick, life would be pretty darn good! Wink

posted 19 Apr 2012, 09:26

Wii Games that get you moving - Post them here!
The new DDR for the Wii has a balance board option. I found it a bit annoying...but I'm used to playing with the mat. But if you don't have a mat, it is an option. Though, if you are buying DDR, it usually comes with one mat. (By the way, you can get additional mats through the Konami website, but they don't ship to Canada!)

I'm also a big fan of We Cheer and We Cheer 2. Like Just Dance, you just need a Wii-Mote. Super fun, and the music's not too bad either!

posted 09 Mar 2011, 08:44

The Scale Game
I played the scale game for awhile. In fact, my boyfriend and I nicknamed the scale in the bathroom "The Scale of Doom." We had the same problem JerseyGirl - in one spot, you get one number; two inches left, you've gained a pound; a foot to the right, you've lost three. And forget about wearing any items of clothing! *argh*

Since I switched to weighing myself with my Wii Fit, I get accurate numbers every time. No matter where the thing is in relation to my t.v.

However, the boyfriend seems to like the Scale of Doom. I think it's because the stupid thing tells you that you're three pounds less than what Wii Fit says. Usually...sometimes it's only two pounds lighter... Wink

posted 04 Mar 2011, 21:55

I feel broken...
Thanks guys!

I guess I'm mostly feeling sorry for myself right now.

And you're right shmiller...I have come a long way, and if I stop now, I'll have to start all over again. And it was crazy f'n hard at the start! I'd rather start again from this midpoint and just have it be crazy hard... Wink

Time to kick myself in the butt, but hard!

posted 04 Mar 2011, 21:45

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14 December 2012

Despite having family visit last week, I feel like I'm on track this holiday season! I know there is a huge possibility of weight gain over Christmas, ...

on diet AlgaeGirl's own diet losing 0.7 lb a week

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30 November 2012

Late last week, when I was at the gym, the personal trainer who gave me my initial fitness assessment saw me and mentioned that I was looking pretty good. ...

on diet AlgaeGirl's own diet losing 0.4 lb a week

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AlgaeGirl's Recent Food & Exercise

	1 1/2 tablespoons almond butter
	1 oz granola
	1,000 mls water
	Calisthenics (light, e.g. home exercise)
	Bicycling (moderate) - 13/mph
	Bicycling (moderate) - 13/mph

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AlgaeGirl's Groups

Goal by Birthday
Announce your Birthday and set a Goal that you really want to reach by that date.

Bicycles are for Riding
Bikes: Ride them.

30's with 50-100 lbs to Lose
30 somethings with 50-100 pounds to lose.

We Don't Need No Stinkin' Diet!
This is a group for those of us following our own healthy lifestyle plan to lose weight and/or maintain it.

Wii Fit Family Fun
Found a Wii Fit? Come on in to enjoy fellowship with other fans of this unique exercise regimen.

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AlgaeGirl's Recent Activity

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AlgaeGirl's Buddies

	bella611 recorded a weigh in at 209.1 lb.
	Chelbi27 recorded a weigh in at 202.4 lb.
	mastervan recorded a weigh in at 214.3 lb.

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	Coco Ice joined Group 30's with 10-25 lbs to Lose.
	jkhersh recorded a weigh in at 169.0 lb.
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