embarrassed to say...i have 200lbs to lose. :(

motmot21

Wow!!! What amazing support I'm finding here! I've been on MFP before and pretty much kept to myself....now I see the beauty of this forum! Thank you all for your uplifting and kind words! Today has been a good day and for that, I am thankful....one day (moment) at a time and smaller goals really seems like the way to go. Thank you all again and I look forward to not doing this alone (even my BFF who is tiny is on MFP to get healthy)!

Beanogirl

One day at a time! Good luck.

fluffyasacat

Miss_1999 wrote: »

In the past, the minute I went on a diet, I immediately craved, something- be it pizza, ice cream, a candy bar, some type of fast food- something I wasn't "supposed to have" on that "diet". But the difference is, when you change your lifestyle, there isn't anything you CAN'T have. It's simply a matter of finding where things fit in. Proper portion control, and having a balance of healthy and better food choices combined with others.

Fantastic advice, Miss_1999!

Once you've started, take about 6 weeks to get settled in a good groove. Pay attention to your cravings and work out where they're coming from. Once you've settled in, remember that what you've been doing for 6 weeks is as hard as it gets, and it doesn't get any harder. Then keep it up! Lots of people here to sound off to when it gets annoying

mockchoc

I'm guessing you have your calories too low but you have them hidden so I can't see. There is no need to go too low and you'll do better with having them a little higher. Much easier to stay on track till you get to goal. Also do some exercise like walking to get more calories most days.

glenstrek

Awesome Job

Set small steps for your weight loss. I use 5 pounds at a time and never l@~@ked at how much more to lose, but at the weight LOST. Always l@~@k at the positive side. Never place a date (deadline) on yourself. It's produces negative results. If your losing wait too quickly, you're placing your body into a survival mode and begin to burn off muscle thus reserving fat for future use. Use the tools available right here in MFP, I've found them excellent in managing your diet. I'm diabetic, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, low potassium and low Vitamin D. Every 3 month doctor visit these numbers improve. I'm happy as a lark!

If you wish, send me a friend request, I'd be proud to have ya as a friend.

VanillaBeanSeed

First - Dont be embarrassed. You are here and you want to make the change. Thats what matters.

As you stick with it and see the numbers drop - you will be so proud and feel so accomplished that you'll never look back!

wilkimania

13lbs is a great start to make, it may not seem like much now but you just need to remember that it all adds up and helps you on your way to your goals. Like others have said, satisfying cravings aren't the end of the world it's about meeting those cravings in a sustainable way by doing it in lower quantities and balancing it out with healthy days. Also remember that you will have bad days and weeks. It's about picking yourself up when these things happen, brushing yourself down and getting back on the right path again.

maoribadger

13lb is brilliant. You are 6% of the way there already. I started needing to lose 116lb and am 37.5lb down and Im not even looking at the finish line, Ive set myself to get to 50 by NY. Thats 12.5. The bigger numbers can wait, it didnt go on in a week, it wont come off in a week. You lose it 1lb at a time

sgtchester

You should be happy for yourself, not embarrassed. Keep small goals in close periods of time to keep you motivated. You're 2/3rds of the way to 20 lbs lost! That's a significant victory on its own. Keep up the good work.

Misterfish96

2 pounds at a time is my goal. I seem to lose 2 and then gain one back so it kind of a pound at a time for me. That might seem like it will take forever but it seems like I've already been trying forever with no good results so at this point I can be patient. Two pounds a week for just a year ends up being a lot.

It will be worth it in the long run when you get there.

cstevenson86

Please please please don't give up! You are off to an incredible start. 13 pounds in 2 weeks? That's fantastic! I know it is hard. But, you can do this. I have 94 pounds to lose...I know it seems daunting. You will find this is a fabulous place for support and motivation. I log on to the forums daily at work for encouragement. Good luck on your journey!

tosibby

I'm in the same boat with 120 to lose I started a year ago abd lost 50 but then I got pregnant and by the the time I had my daughter I had gained everything back except 5 pounds.its been 2 months and now I have high blood pressure so I'm on meds this was definitely my wake up call.we all have ups and downs we just have to stay focused and work as hard as we can.little by little congrats on your new beginning. Please every and anyone who need support add me as a friend I could use the support as well

porkchop84

You are doing great! Just take it one step at a time. I once heard a saying, "you are what you habitually do." So concentrate on developing the habits that will get you to your goal. Part of my problem with my weight is the things I do without thinking. The key is to make those mindless habits your friend, not your enemy! Work with yourself, not against yourself, and most of all love yourself every day!

TossaBeanBag

Lose 1 lbs.
Smile.
Repeat until goal is reached.

AOdell79

jbach2 wrote: »

Lose 1 lbs.
Smile.
Repeat until goal is reached.

This!
You got this. Good luck!