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  • karenesg
    karenesg Posts: 318 Member
    KCJen wrote: »
    Track calories and drink water
    Track calories and drink water
    Track calories and drink water

    ^^It's what I am telling myself to focus on today

    Happy Wednesday everyone!

    I'm right there with you. You got this!
  • KCJen
    KCJen Posts: 1,089 Member
    Happy 4th to everyone
  • Just2laughatu
    Just2laughatu Posts: 3 Member
    Sigh.. starting again.. :/ I have to get this weight off. Turning 40 in a couple months would like to be in the 200s by then.

    Hi everyone!
    Athena
  • karenesg
    karenesg Posts: 318 Member
    Hi Athena!

    Glad to have you here! You'll find lots of friendship and support. We're all in it together.

    Best to you -
    Karen
  • AbandondedKSCharger
    AbandondedKSCharger Posts: 562 Member
    Well, 5 days in a row of not completing my food diary shows at the scale. Back up to 192.8. Yes, I've had a lot going on….two funerals, a nasty head cold, but I have GOT TO learn to still make good decisions. Knowing that I come in here and check in really helps to keep me accountable. It would have been real easy to not log my weight in, I considered it. I don't want to throw that egg on my face and have to face up to all of you, but that's not going to help me. Ignoring it and not facing up to it is how I got to this problem. Trying to figure out why I "allowed" myself to make such bad choices at times of distress...….so I think I am going to try this......when I am struggling, I am going to come here and talk it out. If you feel it is too much PLEASE let me know ;) I can try something else if this doesn't work.

    Thanks! On to another week. I am feeling better. I did go to the doctor on Friday and am now taking antibiotics. I may end up with another house full again though. My sister-in-law has passed away....yes this makes 3 in two weeks :( But she has been sick for a couple of years so this one is not a shock....just sad. So, I am not going to be distracted with the fact that my guest bathroom still needs cleaned and the living room could really use a dusting; I am still planning to go to water aerobics tonight. I do need to plan ahead of time a health dinner. I think that is a big lapse in my efforts also.

    Not giving up...……….I have got to make this work.
  • ginnytez
    ginnytez Posts: 1,403 Member
    Never give up @AbandondedKSCharger - it can take time. I have been at this weight loss stuff since 2006 when I tipped at 220 (possibly more, didn't get on scales). Lost 40 through Adkins and maintained right around 180 for a number of years. Started tracking food in 2014 (didn't understand how to really use app or the community), but since then I have knocked off another 30 or so (I regained pounds over two year period of two hip replacements). You can do this! Just stick to it the best you can and don't beat yourself up too much. Eating is something we have to do to live, so it isn't like other bad habits that we can quit by not taking or using whatever it is.
  • Igetup10
    Igetup10 Posts: 13 Member
    edited July 2019
    I have been lurking here for some time but now would like to join the fun...

    @AbandondedKSCharger keep going! You are doing so well and are an inspiration for me! Reread your initial posts you are still down and you can do it!

    So here are my stats:
    SW: 154.8
    CW: 150.8
    GW: 127(may change)

    So 23 more to lose... hoping this thread will help to hold me accountable, since I am also a serial starter! .5-1lb per week is what I am aiming to lose.

    😊 Any friends would be awesome, and I’ll check in on Monday.

    ETA I am 5’5” and 29 years old
  • pridesabtch
    pridesabtch Posts: 2,464 Member
    Hey! Over the long haul (last 20 years), I've weighed >200lb (Mid 20's - before kids we don't even talk about prego weight) to 105lb (41 yo) now I'm 45 and sitting around 140. Not bad when I look back on my 20s, but not good when compared to just a few years ago. Now in the interest of full disclosure, at 40 I started doing time trials (bicycles) and was training for the state championships. My diet was strict and my exercise was off the charts. I ran 2 days a week (did a couple half marathons for fun), lifted/body weight exercises 3 days a week and rode between 100 - 200 miles per week. None of that is sustainable with a husband, 2 kids and a full time job. It was a short term goal that my husband supported and we managed. And just like that isn't maintainable at this time, neither is 105 lbs. I like the occasional pizza and beer night, maybe a candy bar. Since then some things in life happened and I put on 40-45 lbs. I've taken off 10 of those, but have 25 or so to go. I'm thinking 110-115 is doable. I'm only 5'1" so even that is the middle of my "healthy" zone. Trying to find some easy going, but committed folks to pal around with. If you take a notion add me.

    Nikki
  • AbandondedKSCharger
    AbandondedKSCharger Posts: 562 Member
    Thanks for all the encouragement! You guys are fantastic!!! Sure boost me to wanting to get to the success stage :)
    Taco salad tonight for dinner....just doing a lil planning ahead ;)
    Welcome @Igetup10 and Nikki @nlmackey98 ! Glad you've popped in to join us.
    Any other lurkers...……..glad you're lurking around :) Feel free to say hello at anytime!
  • Evamutt
    Evamutt Posts: 2,745 Member
    I'm so sorry about your loss @AbandondedKSCharger , even when it's expected at some time, it's still hard. I recently lost a good acquaintance, a dog trainer named Liz who brought a playgroup of dogs to dog park, I've known her for 15yrs. There are 4 of us(who first met at the dog park) who meet for lunch once a month. Tomorrow is the day & the day after is our annual lunch with a bible study group who I take my disabled lady that I take care of so I have to go. Just when I finally started staying under my deficit after gaining 10 lbs, after I quit smoking. I went up a pant size. In the past when I was maintaining, I was able to eat low calorie eating out but since Feb my appetite kicks in smelling all that food & I order more than I should so don't know if I can control myself tomorrow. We're eating at Hometown buffet. Last time I had mostly baked fish but had a few small portions of other things too. I'm fine with skipping dessert & pasta but I love those popcorn shrimp they have there.
  • Evamutt
    Evamutt Posts: 2,745 Member
    oh, my husband always shoves ice cream, cookies etc in my face & wants to share but am able to bypass it most of the time, wish he'd stop doing that
  • AbandondedKSCharger
    AbandondedKSCharger Posts: 562 Member
    So, I have some exciting (well for me) news....twice yesterday and already once today, I caught myself thinking...."need to plan ahead, what are you going to eat". It has been so long since I've done that.
    Onward and downward everyone!!

    Thanks @Evamutt . I am also sorry about your friend. Losses are hard, each with their own significance. I bet you do well today at your lunch. That is so sweet that you take a friend along who would not be able to join in without our help. I bet you have a special prayer and Bible study with your missing friend in mind. Peace of Christ be with all of you today.
  • AbandondedKSCharger
    AbandondedKSCharger Posts: 562 Member
    Good Morning,
    Making my list now of meals for the weekend. Company is coming and I want to not be filled with junk food. Any good ideas of things to have on hand for snacks for guests that are healthy?
  • KCJen
    KCJen Posts: 1,089 Member
    @AbandondedKSCharger Meal planning helps me cook at home, which is a double win of healthy and cheaper than eating out.

  • ginnytez
    ginnytez Posts: 1,403 Member
    @AbandondedKSCharger -The every popular veggie tray. Fresh fruit is great this time of year. Shrimp ring seems elegant, but not that many calories.

    I agree with @KCJen -with meal planning I cook at home, save money and eat better (despite all of my snacks!)
  • Me4now2Day
    Me4now2Day Posts: 56 Member
    I know this is an old thread but I’m starting again for the 188th time and I’m determined to stick with this time. Looking for weight loss buddies for motivation and support too.
  • MohsenSALAH
    MohsenSALAH Posts: 182 Member
    No shame in trying and failing, the shame is quiting o:)
  • Longing4Maui
    Longing4Maui Posts: 51 Member
    Happy Friday everyone, trying to catch up on your posts over past few weeks. For some reason the community doesn’t always open for me, so I’m a bit sporadic on here. Just ‘keep on keeping on’ as they say. One day or even one hour at a time. June and beginning of July a bit harder for me with all the summer treats available out there; the only blessing keeping me from gaining is I am more active during the summer with my gardening and some swimming and such. The weekly loss has slowed down; but that’s ok, as long as still continues on the downward trek. I am also getting to the point where I see the progress and feel better, and getting some new clothes in smaller sizes—-but I don’t want to be content where I am as I still have a ways to go. Just keep reminding myself daily that I can do this, and you are all a part of the reason with your encouragement. For the ones ‘returning’, hang in there and take it a day at a time-for me planning is the key. I need to know ahead of time what I am going to eat for dinner and even snacks, then I get it logged and see if any calories left to then ‘pick’ something special. Weekends are the hardest, but staying on track M-F helps keep them in check.
  • ginnytez
    ginnytez Posts: 1,403 Member
    Beautiful shepherd!
  • Evamutt
    Evamutt Posts: 2,745 Member
    Happy Sunday to you all. For me it is an especially happy Sunday because I couldn't figure out why I've been feeling SO sluggish for so long. After my morning out with my dogs, I feel so dragged out, like I need a nap & it's been really hard going to the gym. I've been praying , asking what's going on & was going to make appointment with my Dr, but yesterday my daughter made me a cup of coffee & after drinking it I felt more like myself! I've cut way down on coffee(caffeine) some months ago due to health reasons, won't bore you with details & never went back after it was resolved. Iv been making coffee at home with mostly decaf & just a little regular all this time. I'm so thrilled I feel normal today & hope it will make a difference to lose weight. Do any of you eat more when you're sleepy, tired?
  • KCJen
    KCJen Posts: 1,089 Member
    Happy Tuesday everyone! May we all drink our water, stay within our calorie range, and complete our daily to-do list. :)
  • j1016g
    j1016g Posts: 1 Member
    I am so with you!!! I’ve gained all 50lbs back that I lost and it’s so frustrating so here is attemp #38492
  • ginnytez
    ginnytez Posts: 1,403 Member
    Morning all. No matter what time this may be for restarting, we can make it. Just try to log everyday and make small improvements each day. While I think weight loss is slow, I find I still lose weight more quickly than I gained it.
  • Evamutt
    Evamutt Posts: 2,745 Member
    j1016g wrote: »
    I am so with you!!! I’ve gained all 50lbs back that I lost and it’s so frustrating so here is attemp #38492
    what have you done to gain it back? It would be good to learn from each other. As I shared above, I was too sluggish to go to gym but now that Im back to drinking coffee I've been going & too much snacking, eating when I'm "starving" because I missed a meal due to not being home so over eating
  • ginnytez
    ginnytez Posts: 1,403 Member
    My regain started when logging stopped. Not as good at eyeballing portions as I thought!
  • tara_mcconnell
    tara_mcconnell Posts: 16 Member
    I’m starting over as well, I haven’t counted how many times but it sure does feel like 88. Feel free to add me if you would like 😊
  • beauteeousness_365
    beauteeousness_365 Posts: 14 Member
    I feel like I’m starting over everyday 😂😂
  • ginnytez
    ginnytez Posts: 1,403 Member
    Well actually, we all start over every day!
  • AbandondedKSCharger
    AbandondedKSCharger Posts: 562 Member
    ginnytez wrote: »
    Well actually, we all start over every day!

    Amen to that!

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