Frustrated.......need encouragement

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  • vwallrn
    vwallrn Posts: 2
    The unfortunate fact is there is no way to know until you're there. Once you reach it though it will be almost impossible to lose weight below this point. Your composition will absolutely change, you'll lose fat, gain muscle but the scale numbers just won't change much. Its not so much about knowing that this number is for your body, but that simply that it exists. Which is why setting specific goals can be difficult once you're in a healthy weight range. Ultimately, its just another reason why fitness, composition, and measurements can be a better goals (and more motivating) than weight once you're healthy. I hope this helps! Don't forget how amazing you are!
  • ProgressNotPerfection32
    ProgressNotPerfection32 Posts: 1,155 Member
    Hun, look at your username - Progress not perfection - and you are certainly making progress! there is a very noticeable difference in those pics

    Damn.......forgot that WAS my mantra at one point. :ohwell:

    Ya know......it gets to a point where you forget it all and lose your common sense along with it. That or I'm going senile.
  • ProgressNotPerfection32
    ProgressNotPerfection32 Posts: 1,155 Member
    In case it isn't obvious from the other posts already, you look great and should be proud of what you have accomplished! Yes, the side by side pics from Oct and Feb show an obvious loss of weight. You mention doing strength training now - I would think that will help you with body comp results. Is there someone to help you establish goals? My take on what you've posted is you have the desire and are making the commitment for a better you - awesome! Maybe strength training is right for you now given the weather and you can get back into running as the weather warms (I generally don't go out if it's below 45 F myself - so I concentrate on the strength work outs in the winter too). Stay committed as you have been, get back to running when you're ready, I assume the diet side is in check based on the weight loss, and find your goal for the body comp you are looking for. Feel free to friend if you want regular encouragement/ accountability! Good luck and congrats on what you've accomplished thus far!!

    I don't have anyone for help with establishing strength goals. Time, money, and location restrains make it difficult to get to an actual gym as well. We have a gym that does crossfit, but it's $100/month. :-(

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