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Post-Holiday Reset: My Updated Habits and Tracking Methods for Weight Loss

I’ve updated my habits and tracking methods post-Christmas. After seeing a few unflattering photos and feeling uncomfortably full from a week of indulgences, it’s clear I need to commit to weight loss. Right now, I’m determined to stay accountable. To help me stay on track, I’ll be sharing weekly updates with screenshots of my progress.

Here’s an overview of my approach:

Calorie Goals and Adjustments

I’m aiming to consume around 1,700 calories per day (without any exercise adjust,emts) to achieve a weight loss of approximately 2 pounds per week. I’ve also recently started taking creatine (https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/10-benefits-of-creatine), which may cause temporary water retention, so I’m giving myself a one-week buffer before expecting to see weight changes. I may have some holiday weight that will fall off easily - but we will check next Friday!

Daily Habit Tracking

I’m inspired by James Clear’s quote:
“Habits are the compound interest of self-improvement.”

To keep myself accountable, I’ve created a habit tracker that focuses on small, actionable steps. I completed my evening habits and morning habits before work today and I felt like I took the limitless pill!

Weight and Lifestyle Metrics

I’m tracking various metrics daily to monitor my progress, including:

  • Weight: Recorded every morning to spot trends.
  • Calories & Protein: Logged daily to stay within my goals.
  • Steps: Aiming to incorporate more movement into my day.
  • Intermittent Fasting (IF): Tracking the duration of my fasting window each day.
  • Workouts: Logging specific activities like running, walking, and lifting.


Here’s an example of my current tracking sheet:




Weekly Progress Reports

Each week, I’ll reflect on what went well and where I struggled. For instance:

  • Wins: Completing my morning and evening habits
  • Challenges: Staying consistent with calorie intake on weekends.
  • Adjustments: Incorporating new recipes or workout routines to stay motivated.

Long-Term Goals

Starting at 224.4 lbs on 12/27/2024, my short-term target is to drop to 215 lbs by February 2025, with a stretch goal of reaching 200 lbs by March. I’ll be tracking expected versus actual weight to ensure I’m on pace.


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