I'm Slipping! The Ebb and Flow of Weightloss Can be a Pain.

Skelders88

Hey everyone! It's been a while since I posted on here, but I need a bit of support. I was down from 306 to 184, and now I'm back up to 189. I know it's only five pounds...and that's not the issue. I've lost 120+ lbs...what's another five, right?

Well, after working so hard to build a routine and lifestyle where I was steadily losing weight, I realize I'm at a point now where I'm steadily overeating. Seems my appetite is insatiable, and I have no way to correct that right now.

I think the biggest factors are:
- My relationship, or lack thereof
- Stress of work and not having enough down time
- Wanting to lose weight and stalling in general
- Loving food far too much (who doesn't, right?)
- I stopped going to the gym regularly

So, with that in mind, I need to get back on track. What are some of the biggest things you do to correct things when you stray a bit?

I've recently started drinking energy drinks again (sugar, empty calories), and I have a tendency to eat way too much junk food like chips. I think I'm going to start there by fixing my diet (getting more protein and other good nutrients), and get back to the gym three days on and one day off.

What else can you guys recommend?

88olds

I rarely think like this but go back to the gym. Weight loss is mostly about intake. But the program needs activity. Exercise is good for our brains.

And you may think this is nitpicking, but I don’t love food. Or eating. Even pizza and chocolate cake. One day it occurred to me that my emotional response to food wasn’t love. I love my family.

What I want from food I think of as satisfaction. Sometimes just fuel, sometimes warm and filling, sometimes a treat. But none of that is love. Calling it love is an exaggeration. And not helpful. If it was love the reasonable thing to do is get as much as possible.

Thinking I’m missing out on love by not eating those cookies just isn’t helpful.

KimberificallyFit

Just try to be kind to yourself. Do not be like me and waste years of your life one day at a time. Sometimes you will eat cookies and get off track just make sure you get right back at it again. I often beat myself up to the point I give up... don’t do that! Where I am 30 mins ago was the first of September it’s a new month and it’s Monday now (or tomorrow depending on your location) focus on yourself not a relationship it will find you when you’re ready. Right now take time to be good to yourself and work on your goal. Plan your meals in advance and tweak when necessary. I find when I pre plan I do better. Take some me time for yourself. Go back to the gym even if you just walk around an hit the sauna take it slow and build yourself back up! Good luck and feel free to friend me for support.
-Kimber

LivingtheLeanDream

Nipping any gain in the bud before it could get out of hand is the right plan, hence for me frequent weigh ins. I'm 6 years at maintenance but weight creep happens and when it does it needs tackled right away (I'm currently cutting to get back to the low end of my range again).

concordancia

I find that working out helps me stay on track with my intake. Yoga moves are easier with less fat in the way, bike rides are faster with less weight on board.

jenncornelsen

Maybe u need a new challenge. It gets tough to stay motivated when were close to goal weight. Whats next? What do you enjoy? Set mini goals that don't just reflect the number on a scale

LyndaBSS

Log foods into your diary a few days in advance. It sounds like you need to regain structure. That's a great way to do it.

Get any food you don't deem good for you out of the house.

Good luck finding your way back.

lorrpb

You've pretty much answered your own question. Eat less and move more. Start with portion control and meaningless snack and a short walk every day.

Skelders88

Thank you for your feedback, everyone. My single reply to all of your responses is going to look like a lazy cop-out, but I did read everyone's. Right after I posted this discussion, I started getting back to the gym. I found a buddy in an older co-worker who wanted to get healthier, so I convinced him to join the gym and he's been my reason to go back again. He's having a blast, and I've been at the gym 5 of the past 7 days now! My weight gain seems to have stopped, I've been eating less again, and hopefully I can finally get this last 30-50 lbs off my body!

Thanks again, folks!

saweeks78

I am almost exactly in the same boat exept my boat is bigger 30lbs bigger to be exact. My advice start logging food intake, get back to exercise some how. Basically love on you, not food!

RelCanonical

jenncornelsen wrote: »

Maybe u need a new challenge. It gets tough to stay motivated when were close to goal weight. Whats next? What do you enjoy? Set mini goals that don't just reflect the number on a scale

I'm like this too. I thrive on just a little novelty and there's nothing that keeps me going like a new thing. It can be very small, like taking a walk in a new spot, or adding a new food to my diet.

elisa123gal

That last point.. is THE point. As I maintain... exercise is the single thing that makes it stay off. Hit the gym or get back to your activity routine and the five will come down. Also.. maybe try to eat more low calorie vegetables to bulk up your intake so you are not hungry.

quiksylver296

One other point - switch to sugar-free energy drinks. Monster Ultra Zero is my go-to.

psychod787

Skelders88 wrote: »

Hey everyone! It's been a while since I posted on here, but I need a bit of support. I was down from 306 to 184, and now I'm back up to 189. I know it's only five pounds...and that's not the issue. I've lost 120+ lbs...what's another five, right?

Well, after working so hard to build a routine and lifestyle where I was steadily losing weight, I realize I'm at a point now where I'm steadily overeating. Seems my appetite is insatiable, and I have no way to correct that right now.

I think the biggest factors are:
- My relationship, or lack thereof
- Stress of work and not having enough down time
- Wanting to lose weight and stalling in general
- Loving food far too much (who doesn't, right?)
- I stopped going to the gym regularly

So, with that in mind, I need to get back on track. What are some of the biggest things you do to correct things when you stray a bit?

I've recently started drinking energy drinks again (sugar, empty calories), and I have a tendency to eat way too much junk food like chips. I think I'm going to start there by fixing my diet (getting more protein and other good nutrients), and get back to the gym three days on and one day off.

What else can you guys recommend?

Do you have hunger and satiety problems? If not, pick foods that fill you up and keep you that way. Jmho

cheryldumais

I went through something similar. I seemed to be hungry all the time and couldn't seem to get a handle on it. I had gained 6 lbs on holiday and couldn't get them off which depressed me and also made me crazy worried that I was backsliding. Then I stumbled on a thread on here about protein bars. I started using one a day for a snack instead of the popcorn and chips and it seemed to help. I should mention that it is a very low calorie one (110 calories). I have always maintained that my issue starts when I slow down on protein and fibre (like veggies) and increase the high carb snacks. You might want to try upping the protein and lowering the snack type foods. I seem to feel much more satisfied now.