True Confessions - Don't Judge
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A la AOL chat rooms in the late 90s.0 -
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one of these threads popped up today.0 -
itsy_bitsy_spider wrote: »itsy_bitsy_spider wrote: »I confess that I can't seem to shake this "I've lost 70 pounds but I'm still fat, so why bother?" feeling. I really hate this endless middle part of a long term weight loss effort. I do look at pics from before and see that I'm a lot less fat than I was, and that helps sometimes... But ugh. I can't help but feeling like I'm doing all this work and standing in place. 90 pounds to go is significantly better than 160, but there is no end in sight and I feel stuck. And a little burnt out.
Set little goals. That works for me. And hello you've already lost 70lb that's kind of amazing don't beat yourself up. Easier said than done because we all always see our faults and never see our progress but you're doing amazing. Keep up the good work
Thanks... I'm trying to focus on the little goals, but it's getting harder to do that. I've been focusing on the fitness goals to give myself a little change of pace, but the food started slacking. Pain in the butt.
What about a break from logging food. just to give yourself a little break. Still eat well but maybe take a day or two off. you're doing great with the running so perhaps a reward? I rarely log anymore because i get this feeling like you have...what's the point.
Also if you're running more you'll notice your body Changing and fat melting away. It's why I run despite having it
This is true. I took a picture at the beginning of March, and one at the end, and my waist line was much more clearly defined, even though I'd only lost 6 pounds. I am trying to push hard for just another couple months until my beach vacation... but I'm not having much success. So much for motivation, heh.
Since you're exercising you should probably start going more by measurements and how your clothes fit. Have you started adding any weights? I highly, highly recommend it.
I *really* want to... But I don't go to a gym, and I'm kind of a chicken. I don't trust myself to follow a video correctly and do the lifts without hurting myself. I have a weight bench, bars, and plates. I just don't know what I'm doing and don't want to hurt myself. I need someone to come to my house and show me how not to break myself.
Maybe use your own body weight for training & toning? Good form for push-ups, squats, lunges, planks, etc. can be found on youtube, I bet? Core workouts really get great results; when I did PiYo, my body changes were awesome! And if diet is the area proving frustrating right now, maybe just do little changes in that area too? Maybe something small like increasing water intake.. Having water with lemon first thing in the morning, and drinking 24oz before dinner or something like that? You're dedicated and your weight loss thus far is amazing! Plus, after losing so much, you continue to ask questions on what to do next or how to add something to your plan or how to stay motivated...these things show you are resilient & in it to win it. You should be so proud of yourself!
True. I do have a book with all sorts of body weight strength training exercises. I should pull that out and dust it off. I think I keep talking myself out of it because I know I'm not good at it yet (anymore), and my inner perfectionist will be grouchy.
I love that you say yet.
At a PD training I just had, my favorite take away, was that whenever a student says he/she can't do it, teachers should hit em with the word "yet." Every time. I love that.
Well, of course YET... I'm going to master all the fitness things then take over the world. That's the goal, right?itsy_bitsy_spider wrote: »I confess that I can't seem to shake this "I've lost 70 pounds but I'm still fat, so why bother?" feeling. I really hate this endless middle part of a long term weight loss effort. I do look at pics from before and see that I'm a lot less fat than I was, and that helps sometimes... But ugh. I can't help but feeling like I'm doing all this work and standing in place. 90 pounds to go is significantly better than 160, but there is no end in sight and I feel stuck. And a little burnt out.
Set little goals. That works for me. And hello you've already lost 70lb that's kind of amazing don't beat yourself up. Easier said than done because we all always see our faults and never see our progress but you're doing amazing. Keep up the good work
Thanks... I'm trying to focus on the little goals, but it's getting harder to do that. I've been focusing on the fitness goals to give myself a little change of pace, but the food started slacking. Pain in the butt.
What about a break from logging food. just to give yourself a little break. Still eat well but maybe take a day or two off. you're doing great with the running so perhaps a reward? I rarely log anymore because i get this feeling like you have...what's the point.
Also if you're running more you'll notice your body Changing and fat melting away. It's why I run despite having it
This is true. I took a picture at the beginning of March, and one at the end, and my waist line was much more clearly defined, even though I'd only lost 6 pounds. I am trying to push hard for just another couple months until my beach vacation... but I'm not having much success. So much for motivation, heh.
Since you're exercising you should probably start going more by measurements and how your clothes fit. Have you started adding any weights? I highly, highly recommend it.
I *really* want to... But I don't go to a gym, and I'm kind of a chicken. I don't trust myself to follow a video correctly and do the lifts without hurting myself. I have a weight bench, bars, and plates. I just don't know what I'm doing and don't want to hurt myself. I need someone to come to my house and show me how not to break myself.
Maybe use your own body weight for training & toning? Good form for push-ups, squats, lunges, planks, etc. can be found on youtube, I bet? Core workouts really get great results; when I did PiYo, my body changes were awesome! And if diet is the area proving frustrating right now, maybe just do little changes in that area too? Maybe something small like increasing water intake.. Having water with lemon first thing in the morning, and drinking 24oz before dinner or something like that? You're dedicated and your weight loss thus far is amazing! Plus, after losing so much, you continue to ask questions on what to do next or how to add something to your plan or how to stay motivated...these things show you are resilient & in it to win it. You should be so proud of yourself!
True. I do have a book with all sorts of body weight strength training exercises. I should pull that out and dust it off. I think I keep talking myself out of it because I know I'm not good at it yet (anymore), and my inner perfectionist will be grouchy.
Just do it! YouTube, videos, whatever. You can thank me later.
I will do this, as soon as I can sit down and figure out a schedule for it. We're all about routines 'round here, mostly.2 -
Mmmm I confess chocolate covered caramel corn is delicious0
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a/s/l new to me too....
my mind was running filthy trying to figure it out2 -
Motorsheen wrote: »
a/s/l new to me too....
my mind was running filthy trying to figure it out
haha I was thinking it must be something dirty too. But couldn't figure it out.
great minds, they damn sure do1 -
Motorsheen wrote: »
a/s/l new to me too....
my mind was running filthy trying to figure it outMotorsheen wrote: »
a/s/l new to me too....
my mind was running filthy trying to figure it out
haha I was thinking it must be something dirty too. But couldn't figure it out.
Pervs!
But I love you both anyway. (Or maybe because of it)1 -
Motorsheen wrote: »
a/s/l new to me too....
my mind was running filthy trying to figure it outMotorsheen wrote: »
a/s/l new to me too....
my mind was running filthy trying to figure it out
haha I was thinking it must be something dirty too. But couldn't figure it out.
Pervs!
But I love you both anyway. (Or maybe because of it)
either way, I'll take it!0 -
Motorsheen wrote: »
a/s/l new to me too....
my mind was running filthy trying to figure it out
As if your mind isnt usually running filthy
... we all have our (de)faults1 -
MalkinMagic71 wrote: »Another nice thing about nice weather.. can wash and wax my car myself and not have to go through a car wash. Looks brand new again.
I love washing my truck. I wish it would stop raining every couple of days so I could give it a bath.1 -
Motorsheen wrote: »
a/s/l new to me too....
my mind was running filthy trying to figure it outMotorsheen wrote: »
a/s/l new to me too....
my mind was running filthy trying to figure it out
haha I was thinking it must be something dirty too. But couldn't figure it out.
Pervs!
But I love you both anyway. (Or maybe because of it)Motorsheen wrote: »Motorsheen wrote: »
a/s/l new to me too....
my mind was running filthy trying to figure it outMotorsheen wrote: »
a/s/l new to me too....
my mind was running filthy trying to figure it out
haha I was thinking it must be something dirty too. But couldn't figure it out.
Pervs!
But I love you both anyway. (Or maybe because of it)
either way, I'll take it!
I confess I was I tiny bit worried about possibly offending you two, but clearly I didn't. And that's good. 2 -
Carillon_Campanello wrote: »I confess,I have been sober since Christmas day of last year. And tonight I am 10 drinks deep.
All good things come to an end.
@Carillon_Campanello
We all go through dark times. Its okay if you fall down, as long as learn from your mistakes and get back up. Tomorrow is a new day. *hugs*2 -
Confession...I hate my swoon to ex husbands girlfriend not only bc he left me for her and she was one of my close friends but also bc if not more so she is 100 pounds heavier than me and I'm not little....so I have to wonder what is wrong with me0
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Motorsheen wrote: »
a/s/l new to me too....
my mind was running filthy trying to figure it outMotorsheen wrote: »
a/s/l new to me too....
my mind was running filthy trying to figure it out
haha I was thinking it must be something dirty too. But couldn't figure it out.
Pervs!
But I love you both anyway. (Or maybe because of it)Motorsheen wrote: »Motorsheen wrote: »
a/s/l new to me too....
my mind was running filthy trying to figure it outMotorsheen wrote: »
a/s/l new to me too....
my mind was running filthy trying to figure it out
haha I was thinking it must be something dirty too. But couldn't figure it out.
Pervs!
But I love you both anyway. (Or maybe because of it)
either way, I'll take it!
I confess I was I tiny bit worried about possibly offending you two, but clearly I didn't. And that's good.
I am a self admitted perv. Not much offends me.
kindred spirit
... what are you wearing?1 -
gingerdoesfitness wrote: »Confession...I hate my swoon to ex husbands girlfriend not only bc he left me for her and she was one of my close friends but also bc if not more so she is 100 pounds heavier than me and I'm not little....so I have to wonder what is wrong with me
There's nothing wrong with you.1 -
Motorsheen wrote: »
a/s/l new to me too....
my mind was running filthy trying to figure it outMotorsheen wrote: »
a/s/l new to me too....
my mind was running filthy trying to figure it out
haha I was thinking it must be something dirty too. But couldn't figure it out.
Pervs!
But I love you both anyway. (Or maybe because of it)Motorsheen wrote: »Motorsheen wrote: »
a/s/l new to me too....
my mind was running filthy trying to figure it outMotorsheen wrote: »
a/s/l new to me too....
my mind was running filthy trying to figure it out
haha I was thinking it must be something dirty too. But couldn't figure it out.
Pervs!
But I love you both anyway. (Or maybe because of it)
either way, I'll take it!
I confess I was I tiny bit worried about possibly offending you two, but clearly I didn't. And that's good.
I am a self admitted perv. Not much offends me.
Same for me, on both counts. But I've had to learn to bite my tongue. A lot.
I don't always win the battle.1 -
gingerdoesfitness wrote: »Confession...I hate my swoon to ex husbands girlfriend not only bc he left me for her and she was one of my close friends but also bc if not more so she is 100 pounds heavier than me and I'm not little....so I have to wonder what is wrong with me
There's nothing wrong with you.
This.
his issues, not yours2 -
Motorsheen wrote: »gingerdoesfitness wrote: »Confession...I hate my swoon to ex husbands girlfriend not only bc he left me for her and she was one of my close friends but also bc if not more so she is 100 pounds heavier than me and I'm not little....so I have to wonder what is wrong with me
There's nothing wrong with you.
This.
his issues, not yours
I was going to say this is definitely a case of it's not you it's him.0 -
Motorsheen wrote: »gingerdoesfitness wrote: »Confession...I hate my swoon to ex husbands girlfriend not only bc he left me for her and she was one of my close friends but also bc if not more so she is 100 pounds heavier than me and I'm not little....so I have to wonder what is wrong with me
There's nothing wrong with you.
This.
his issues, not yours
I was going to say this is definitely a case of it's not you it's him.
Yeah, the first instinct is to look inward, so it's not her fault to do this whole self-check thing.
Most of us would, unless one is a complete narcissist.2 -
I confess that I vape too much and feel guilty about it.
I also confess that yesterday I didn't finish logging in my diary because I ate 2 or 3 or 4 snacks maybe meals, much like someone else said.
I confess that I spent too much time on the internet today.
Time to go offline. That was cathartic. Thank you for this thread. 0 -
I confess i'm so desperate to get out of a friend event this coming Friday that I offered to take my mom to church. I'd rather take the torture of sitting through that sort of thing than having to listen to one of our friends criticize me, hubs and my boy and explain to me how wonderful and advanced her child is. Just her one child though because she's in private school and the other isn't. Where's the logic there0
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I smell like the outdoors I'm not sure it's that's an ick or an mmm0
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gingerdoesfitness wrote: »Confession...I hate my swoon to ex husbands girlfriend not only bc he left me for her and she was one of my close friends but also bc if not more so she is 100 pounds heavier than me and I'm not little....so I have to wonder what is wrong with me[/quote
If she hadn't been a friend of mine it would be different...but they both are very much to blame even after I heard rumours lol I tol her I trust you giving my husband rides to work so I didn't have o get the youngest up at 4....if it was some random person thAt didn't know he was married and thAt I trusted it would be different
I would say try to get to a place where you don't hate her. Him leaving you for her is on him, not her. My ex most likely left me for his current girlfriend now fiancee. I hold no grudge towards her. If she can put up with him, more power to her! lol0 -
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I confess yesterday I went to get a fig newton and it slipped out of my hand and hit the floor. So I picked that bad boy up and I ate it because the 15 second rule is very real.1
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I confess I am having a serious I CAN'T EVEN moment with one of my best friends right now. I love her to pieces but she's trying to tell me what I need to do to lose weight. Not only is she more overweight than I am, she's not actively trying to lose weight right now, either. Nor has she successfully lost weight in the past since I've known her. Her advice is so much crap, and I'm too nice to point out my success an her lack thereof.
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I confess that I have double standards - I am p*ssed at my wife for not trying to lose weight and p*ssed at my son for going vegetarian to try and lose weight which is such a pain cooking a family meal.0
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Cerealsensei wrote: »I confess yesterday I went to get a fig newton and it slipped out of my hand and hit the floor. So I picked that bad boy up and I ate it because the 15 second rule is very real.
Oh please. I confess I wouldn't even hesitate...I will eat a cookie off the floor without thinking twice.
It's a cookie. If it fits my calorie goals, I will have it. No. Matter. What.1 -
I confess I was not happy with the scale this morning, but I only have myself to blame. Sodium is the devil Bobby Boucher!1
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I confess I've been in a crabby mood all day so I hugged my girls and told them how much I love them and how proud I am of them, I talked about what we've all achieved together, just the 3 of us, and now I'm pretty damn content.2
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