Not Just Another Weight Loss Attempt - Looking Ahead This Time

Hey everyone,
I’ve been on and off the weight loss train for over a decade—lose the weight, gain it back, and each time I end up a little heavier than before. I just restarted my journey three days ago and I’m feeling good about losing the 20 lbs I’ve set as my goal.
But this time, I’m trying something different. I’ve realized that hitting my goal isn’t the finish line—it’s just part of the process. In the past, I’d reach my target and kind of stop everything, thinking I was done. Now I know that maintenance is a whole new challenge, and I’m trying to learn as much as I can about how to keep the weight off once I get there.
If you’ve been through this and found ways to stay on track after reaching your goal, I’d love to hear what worked for you.
Feel free to connect—would be great to support each other along the way!
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