Anyone else get "THAT LOOK"??
sashayoung72
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So I have gotten many, many, compliments recently on my weight loss, Down 62 lbs!! And that's great, BUT When I get asked "how did you lose weight?" And I tell them the apparently oh so disappointing truth, "By using MFP, counting calories and exercising"
Well they look like that's the most boring thing ever! Sometimes I think they'd like to hear I swallowed a sponge or maybe even a tapeworm!! LOL
I guess with the thousands of diets, gimmicks and weight loss trickery out there, no one wants to hear "calories in, calories out" I know I didn't, but hey, it REALLY WORKS!!!
Well they look like that's the most boring thing ever! Sometimes I think they'd like to hear I swallowed a sponge or maybe even a tapeworm!! LOL
I guess with the thousands of diets, gimmicks and weight loss trickery out there, no one wants to hear "calories in, calories out" I know I didn't, but hey, it REALLY WORKS!!!
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Nope. I have been asked by several people how I lost weight but no one has ever given me an odd look when I say I stopped eating more than I burn. Some have said I'm lucky to be able to eat so many carbs and lose.0
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I'd prefer that look to "oh you weigh and measure your food? how's your ED?"]
Well I never get that far, if i told them i'm obsessed with getting exactly 2 oz of turkey by tearing small pieces off or guess ahead of weighing and getting excited when I hit it exactly, then I'd really get a strange reaction!0 -
I don't offer that much information. I just say I eat a little less and exercise more. Most people don't really want to know the details any way. If someone actually pressed me for more, then sure, I'd tell them about MFP/deficits/CICO/etc, but so far no one has.0
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I used to tell people 'the wine and cheesecake diet', then explain when their eyes went saucer-like that I did it by eating less, moving more, and not giving up anything that I enjoyed (hence the wine and cheesecake). They'd get all excited by the first part and look crestfallen by the second.0
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Exactly!! loltkphotogirl wrote: »I used to tell people 'the wine and cheesecake diet', then explain when their eyes went saucer-like that I did it by eating less, moving more, and not giving up anything that I enjoyed (hence the wine and cheesecake). They'd get all excited by the first part and look crestfallen by the second.
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tkphotogirl wrote: »I used to tell people 'the wine and cheesecake diet', then explain when their eyes went saucer-like that I did it by eating less, moving more, and not giving up anything that I enjoyed (hence the wine and cheesecake). They'd get all excited by the first part and look crestfallen by the second.
Nice real-life trolling!!! I'll have to try that myself.I don't offer that much information. I just say I eat a little less and exercise more. Most people don't really want to know the details any way. If someone actually pressed me for more, then sure, I'd tell them about MFP/deficits/CICO/etc, but so far no one has.
Ain't that the truth. Like, why the f*** did you ask me how, mfer!0 -
I'd prefer that look to "oh you weigh and measure your food? how's your ED?"
I used to get a lot of side-eye from my not-at-that-time boyfriend when I would, like, weigh out an ounce of cheese curds of 65 grams of ice cream. (Otherwise known as the saddest amount of ice cream.) Don't get me wrong -- he's supportive and we laugh together about how absurd it sometimes is ("I have to weigh the soup so I know how many grams is in an eighth of the pot!" as I scribble numbers on the white board and punch numbers into the calculator). But it used to make me super self-conscious when I was cooking dinner at his place.
Mostly, I used to get a lot of, "Well, I don't see the point in depriving myself," from a few family members before I hit a certain weight loss point. Now I've apparently lost enough weight that it's okay that I "deprive" myself?0 -
I'd prefer that look to "oh you weigh and measure your food? how's your ED?"
I used to get a lot of side-eye from my not-at-that-time boyfriend when I would, like, weigh out an ounce of cheese curds of 65 grams of ice cream. (Otherwise known as the saddest amount of ice cream.) Don't get me wrong -- he's supportive and we laugh together about how absurd it sometimes is ("I have to weigh the soup so I know how many grams is in an eighth of the pot!" as I scribble numbers on the white board and punch numbers into the calculator). But it used to make me super self-conscious when I was cooking dinner at his place.
Mostly, I used to get a lot of, "Well, I don't see the point in depriving myself," from a few family members before I hit a certain weight loss point. Now I've apparently lost enough weight that it's okay that I "deprive" myself?
I get that look from my wife when I weigh an actual pot (empty) so that I can determine the total weight of a recipe.
And since when is eating 3 oreos instead of 17 considered deprivation?0 -
My wife calls CICO the "Eat Like a Person, Not Like a Horse" plan. Portion control. Calorie control.0
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I'd prefer that look to "oh you weigh and measure your food? how's your ED?"
I used to get a lot of side-eye from my not-at-that-time boyfriend when I would, like, weigh out an ounce of cheese curds of 65 grams of ice cream. (Otherwise known as the saddest amount of ice cream.) Don't get me wrong -- he's supportive and we laugh together about how absurd it sometimes is ("I have to weigh the soup so I know how many grams is in an eighth of the pot!" as I scribble numbers on the white board and punch numbers into the calculator). But it used to make me super self-conscious when I was cooking dinner at his place.
Mostly, I used to get a lot of, "Well, I don't see the point in depriving myself," from a few family members before I hit a certain weight loss point. Now I've apparently lost enough weight that it's okay that I "deprive" myself?
Last night I weighed a pile of fresh from the garden green beans, ate them raw, and then weighed the snapped off ends to subtract them from the initial weight. My husband said "now that's dedication!" It was only 7g but I like to be as exact as I can.
When people ask me how I lose weight, I say "Oh the boring way. Eat less, move more." They usually just nod and say "yeah, I guess that's the way to do it."0 -
I'd prefer that look to "oh you weigh and measure your food? how's your ED?"
I used to get a lot of side-eye from my not-at-that-time boyfriend when I would, like, weigh out an ounce of cheese curds of 65 grams of ice cream. (Otherwise known as the saddest amount of ice cream.) Don't get me wrong -- he's supportive and we laugh together about how absurd it sometimes is ("I have to weigh the soup so I know how many grams is in an eighth of the pot!" as I scribble numbers on the white board and punch numbers into the calculator). But it used to make me super self-conscious when I was cooking dinner at his place.
Mostly, I used to get a lot of, "Well, I don't see the point in depriving myself," from a few family members before I hit a certain weight loss point. Now I've apparently lost enough weight that it's okay that I "deprive" myself?
Last night I weighed a pile of fresh from the garden green beans, ate them raw, and then weighed the snapped off ends to subtract them from the initial weight. My husband said "now that's dedication!" It was only 7g but I like to be as exact as I can.
When people ask me how I lose weight, I say "Oh the boring way. Eat less, move more." They usually just nod and say "yeah, I guess that's the way to do it."
I typically force people to listen to a 30-45 explanation about my food intake, macro splits, exercise regimen, and overall diet philosophy. It's difficult, but I feel they're better off at the end of our torture session conversation.0 -
Most of my friends were overweight smokers, just like me. They all wanted to know what the magic trick was to quit smoking and drop 60lbs in 6 months. They all looked so disappointed when I said I quit cold turkey, started working out & stopped eating garbage. Apparently "blood, sweat & tears" isn't the answer they wanted to hear.
3 years later, most of them are still overweight smokers. Nobody wants to work for what they want?! Their loss! I do! I'm worth it!0 -
Last night I weighed a pile of fresh from the garden green beans, ate them raw, and then weighed the snapped off ends to subtract them from the initial weight. My husband said "now that's dedication!" It was only 7g but I like to be as exact as I can.
When people ask me how I lose weight, I say "Oh the boring way. Eat less, move more." They usually just nod and say "yeah, I guess that's the way to do it."
I like you and your green bean system. (Though I would not enjoy that snack, lol.)tincanonastring wrote: »
I get that look from my wife when I weigh an actual pot (empty) so that I can determine the total weight of a recipe.
And since when is eating 3 oreos instead of 17 considered deprivation?
Right? I mean, yes. I would like to live in a world where I get to eat MORE Oreos, but I'm still gonna feel pretty good about SOME Oreos.
(And YES on that pot weighing situation. At one point I knew how much all of my plates weigh, though I've since forgotten.)
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The look I get is more incredulous than anything. Like for a second they consider it, then they say something like "no, that's crazy and way too hard, I'm gonna keep wearing my waist trainer. I believe this works."*
*actual comment in a conversation I had a week or so ago0 -
JustChristy79 wrote: »Most of my friends were overweight smokers, just like me. They all wanted to know what the magic trick was to quit smoking and drop 60lbs in 6 months. They all looked so disappointed when I said I quit cold turkey, started working out & stopped eating garbage. Apparently "blood, sweat & tears" isn't the answer they wanted to hear.
3 years later, most of them are still overweight smokers. Nobody wants to work for what they want?! Their loss! I do! I'm worth it!
That is awesome! Good for you! You are a great example for people who struggle with "non-supportive" friends and family. Doesn't matter who else supports you. This is all up to each and every individual.0 -
It's awesome to read that someone else also obsessively weighs things. I weigh my pots too!
I get annoyed sighs from my Mom when I complain that I overate a healthy food. "Give yourself a break! It's just fruit! It won't kill you."
And yes, I've answered questions that people really didn't want to hear the answer to.
My biggest annoyance is "You're doing so well with your diet!" Ergh... It's a lifestyle change. It wouldn't be bad if this person could come up with a new compliment. Every couple weeks, "You're doing so well with your diet!"0 -
Hi guys, sorry to crash this post but I'm new(ish) to all this so here goes...
I'm a recovered anorexic deciding to get in shape. Don't panic I'm not slipping into old ways but my problem is that I need this website to track my progress and keep on top of everything but the last time I used it properly was a year and a bit ago when I was ill. I am slightly worried and cautious not to get too involved just in case but at the moment all I want is to be fit and toned not unhealthy and stick thin. I'm 5'4 and 122lbs if that's relevant but I was just wondering if anyone had any experience or feel free to redirect me to someone or some post that can help if necessary. I just want to tone and obviously since recovery I have a bit of VERY NORMAL fat on me belly and hips etc. My BMI is 20.9 and my problem is that I have a small frame but very wide waist and hips (26.5" and 33" respectively). I'd be grateful for any advice as I go on holiday in a week with some very fit and in shape friends so I want to avoid any horrible triggering bikini incidents etc, once again sorry for crashing. Thanks 0 -
Yes this!!!! When you finally get "it" and they don't they still look for the MAGICAL fix.JustChristy79 wrote: »Most of my friends were overweight smokers, just like me. They all wanted to know what the magic trick was to quit smoking and drop 60lbs in 6 months. They all looked so disappointed when I said I quit cold turkey, started working out & stopped eating garbage. Apparently "blood, sweat & tears" isn't the answer they wanted to hear.
3 years later, most of them are still overweight smokers. Nobody wants to work for what they want?! Their loss! I do! I'm worth it!
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thereisaseverelackofusernames wrote: »Hi guys, sorry to crash this post but I'm new(ish) to all this so here goes...
I'm a recovered anorexic deciding to get in shape. Don't panic I'm not slipping into old ways but my problem is that I need this website to track my progress and keep on top of everything but the last time I used it properly was a year and a bit ago when I was ill. I am slightly worried and cautious not to get too involved just in case but at the moment all I want is to be fit and toned not unhealthy and stick thin. I'm 5'4 and 122lbs if that's relevant but I was just wondering if anyone had any experience or feel free to redirect me to someone or some post that can help if necessary. I just want to tone and obviously since recovery I have a bit of VERY NORMAL fat on me belly and hips etc. My BMI is 20.9 and my problem is that I have a small frame but very wide waist and hips (26.5" and 33" respectively). I'd be grateful for any advice as I go on holiday in a week with some very fit and in shape friends so I want to avoid any horrible triggering bikini incidents etc, once again sorry for crashing. Thanks
You can start your own post with this, Just go to the discussion page and hit create! and I think MFP will help you be sure you get ENOUGH calories since you are coming in from the other direction. Good Luck and great start!0 -
thereisaseverelackofusernames wrote: »Hi guys, sorry to crash this post but I'm new(ish) to all this so here goes...
I'm a recovered anorexic deciding to get in shape. Don't panic I'm not slipping into old ways but my problem is that I need this website to track my progress and keep on top of everything but the last time I used it properly was a year and a bit ago when I was ill. I am slightly worried and cautious not to get too involved just in case but at the moment all I want is to be fit and toned not unhealthy and stick thin. I'm 5'4 and 122lbs if that's relevant but I was just wondering if anyone had any experience or feel free to redirect me to someone or some post that can help if necessary. I just want to tone and obviously since recovery I have a bit of VERY NORMAL fat on me belly and hips etc. My BMI is 20.9 and my problem is that I have a small frame but very wide waist and hips (26.5" and 33" respectively). I'd be grateful for any advice as I go on holiday in a week with some very fit and in shape friends so I want to avoid any horrible triggering bikini incidents etc, once again sorry for crashing. Thanks
Great job on your recovery efforts. Your strength and determination deserve recognition!
It sounds like you might want to look at body recomposition. When you change your body comp, the goal is to keep the same weight (sometimes even increasing it) while adding more lean muscle mass. It's kinda like the "replace fat with muscle" concept. You accomplish it through strength training and management of macro & micronutrients in addition to calories. There's a really great thread on that topic here:
http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10177803/recomposition-maintaining-weight-while-losing-fat/p1
The OP of thethread is extremely knowledgable, as are many of the contributors, so feel free to ask questions there about the concept and process. They will provide great advice, I'm sure!
Keep in mind that body recomp is a slow, sloow, slooow process. The changes happen gradually, but they do happen.
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IT Works(wraps), HAHAHA not if you are 150 lbs overweight.... someone I know really does this.shrinkingletters wrote: »The look I get is more incredulous than anything. Like for a second they consider it, then they say something like "no, that's crazy and way too hard, I'm gonna keep wearing my waist trainer. I believe this works."*
*actual comment in a conversation I had a week or so ago
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Completely Understand, and is she naturally skinny? My mom was and would remind me of how little she was at my age when she was 4 inches taller than me and my chest exceeded hers greatly. OBVIOUSLY we weren't the same build. Oh well gotta love em. It's awesome to read that someone else also obsessively weighs things. I weigh my pots too!
I get annoyed sighs from my Mom when I complain that I overate a healthy food. "Give yourself a break! It's just fruit! It won't kill you."
And yes, I've answered questions that people really didn't want to hear the answer to.
My biggest annoyance is "You're doing so well with your diet!" Ergh... It's a lifestyle change. It wouldn't be bad if this person could come up with a new compliment. Every couple weeks, "You're doing so well with your diet!"
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sashayoung72 wrote: »
IT Works(wraps), HAHAHA not if you are 150 lbs overweight.... someone I know really does this.shrinkingletters wrote: »The look I get is more incredulous than anything. Like for a second they consider it, then they say something like "no, that's crazy and way too hard, I'm gonna keep wearing my waist trainer. I believe this works."*
*actual comment in a conversation I had a week or so ago
It was an interesting conversation. She asked me if I'd ever used one of those waist trainers. Of course I said no, and that I hadn't because it's a scam and does absolutely nothing, then I explained how I had lost the weight.
She said "Well, I don't know about that. I believe that it works."
I just nodded and said "well, okay then. good luck."0 -
I tell them portion control and exercise, get the look, and then they start telling me about some "____ Diet" they saw on Pinterest that sucks belly fat out of you.
I gave up explaining how belly fat doesn't just magically disappear with lemon water..now I just nod my head. 0 -
Oh yes, Lemon Water!!! It cures EVERYTHING! But I guess if it gets you to drink your daily, more power to the lemon lolMsJulesRenee wrote: »I tell them portion control and exercise, get the look, and then they start telling me about some "____ Diet" they saw on Pinterest that sucks belly fat out of you. I gave up explaining how belly fat doesn't just magically disappear with lemon water..now I just nod my head.
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sashayoung72 wrote: »
Oh yes, Lemon Water!!! It cures EVERYTHING! But I guess if it gets you to drink your daily, more power to the lemon lolMsJulesRenee wrote: »I tell them portion control and exercise, get the look, and then they start telling me about some "____ Diet" they saw on Pinterest that sucks belly fat out of you. I gave up explaining how belly fat doesn't just magically disappear with lemon water..now I just nod my head.
No, but coconut oil works.
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sashayoung72 wrote: »
Oh yes, Lemon Water!!! It cures EVERYTHING! But I guess if it gets you to drink your daily, more power to the lemon lolMsJulesRenee wrote: »I tell them portion control and exercise, get the look, and then they start telling me about some "____ Diet" they saw on Pinterest that sucks belly fat out of you. I gave up explaining how belly fat doesn't just magically disappear with lemon water..now I just nod my head.
No, but coconut oil works.
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@JustChristy79 Love your attitude.
And no, people quite often don't want to know about anything that consists of hard work, I suppose we'd all like a magic pill that solved all our weight/health issues without having to change our lifestyle, but there's something satisfying in the hard work route.0
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