Frustrated with the pace!
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I've learned recently that you need to be happy with the little things...with smaller goals. If you only focus on your goal weight and how fast you're losing, you're going to make yourself miserable and are going to continue to be frustrated. Just today my daughter and I were taking a walk together. As we were walking up a hill on the way to our house I asked her if she remembered when I could barely walk up that hill and would have to stop about mid way through. Now I walk up it at a brisk pace like I would on flat ground, and without stopping. It's a little accomplishment, but it reminded me how far I've come and that I'm moving in the right direction. Those are the type of things to focus on. The little things that make you happy while you're working toward your bigger goal. Best of luck.0
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I'm getting really frustrated with the pace of my weight loss! . . . I started 16 days ago, and I'm down 13lbs.
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It's all water weight0 -
I'm getting really frustrated with the pace of my weight loss! . . . I started 16 days ago, and I'm down 13lbs.
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It's all water weight
How do you know? A good deal of it might have been, but probably not all of it.0 -
OP... You need to adjust your expectations0
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I'm getting really frustrated with the pace of my weight loss! . . . I started 16 days ago, and I'm down 13lbs.
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It's all water weight
How do you know? A good deal of it might have been, but probably not all of it.
The key word in the OP is "diuretic"0 -
If the normal healthy rate is 1-2lbs a week then you complaining about losing 13lbs in 16 days is ridiculous and you should get some perspective. Some people are happy just to be losing .5lb a week. You are gping to have to alter your expectations by learning about whats possible and what you have to do to achieve it. Its the same for everyone so you need to get ready for weeks when nothing happens and you hit a plateau and with your present mindset then agree wiith the others that it does not look like you will cope well.
Who put you on diuretic and are you still on them? You say in your profile youd like a healthy lifestyle.0 -
You do realize that once you lose the weight, you will be on maintenance. There is no going back to "the good life" of before. You can try and rush the process, but in the end, if you're not in this for the rest of your life - you're destined to have to keep re-losing.
Determine what it will take to get you to healthy. That includes diet, exercise, mental health. Once you know what you need to do - go do it. Keep doing it forever.
I do understand that. I don't consoder what i was living to be unhealthy at all. I was obese as a child, and then at 17 I got down to 110lbs by just eating small portions. After my 2 sons, I was back down to 115lbs. (They're 11 months apart) and then I had my daughter and she messed with my hormone levels. I have high testosterone, which is why I'm on the diuretic. Weight loss was really hard after her for a while. I'm just now getting back on it so I hope it helps control the androgen levels well.
I was frustrated last night because I couldn't breathe from allergies and couldn't sleep so I was exhausted.0 -
Can someone please help me? I have been gaining weight for like 5 months now even though I eat low calorie and hiphop dance for 6 hours a day. I have no idea why I'm gaining weight, but it's really making me unhappy. Tips? I usually eat really healthy ad as of recently I've been gluten free.
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Can someone please help me? I have been gaining weight for like 5 months now even though I eat low calorie and hiphop dance for 6 hours a day. I have no idea why I'm gaining weight, but it's really making me unhappy. Tips? I usually eat really healthy ad as of recently I've been gluten free.
Unless you have a medical ccondition then it usually boils down to you consuming more than you are burning. Hard to say without looking at your diary and knowing your stats plus caloroficc deficit.0 -
serious??I'm getting really frustrated with the pace of my weight loss! . . . I started 16 days ago, and I'm down 13lbs.
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If the normal healthy rate is 1-2lbs a week then you complaining about losing 13lbs in 16 days is ridiculous and you should get some perspective. Some people are happy just to be losing .5lb a week. You are gping to have to alter your expectations by learning about whats possible and what you have to do to achieve it. Its the same for everyone so you need to get ready for weeks when nothing happens and you hit a plateau and with your present mindset then agree wiith the others that it does not look like you will cope well.
Who put you on diuretic and are you still on them? You say in your profile youd like a healthy lifestyle.
I have prescription. The weight loss is water weight and I know that. Yes, my dr put me on the diuretic since its a prescription. its for my androgen levels. They're too high. I've lived a healthy lifestyle since I was 17, but after my daughter, she messed with my hormone levels. I was extremely exhausted last night when I wrote this and couldn't breathe from allergies. I clearly wrote it out of frustration and I obviously worded it wrong0 -
you're eating too much it's that simple. You're probably eating far more than you think or counting calories inaccurately.Can someone please help me? I have been gaining weight for like 5 months now even though I eat low calorie and hiphop dance for 6 hours a day. I have no idea why I'm gaining weight, but it's really making me unhappy. Tips? I usually eat really healthy ad as of recently I've been gluten free.0 -
Can someone please help me? I have been gaining weight for like 5 months now even though I eat low calorie and hiphop dance for 6 hours a day. I have no idea why I'm gaining weight, but it's really making me unhappy. Tips? I usually eat really healthy ad as of recently I've been gluten free.
It might be best to start your own thread and not try to thread-jack the OP's thread. You'll get more specific answers and it won't get confusing when people are trying to answer you and the OP at the same time.0 -
I've taken 10 months to lose 20 kilos (44lbs). You're either in this for the long haul and as a lifestyle change or you're not.0
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That's sad. I am on it because my androgen levels (testosterone to be exact) is too high and causes severe acne. I was on it before and I had to go off of it because my husband changed jobs and we didn't pay for GAP insurance.And why were you diuretic-ing at 160 lbs? :noway: Or any lbs for that matter, I suppose
What does her weight have to do with it? She says she was "put on" it, which sounds to me like it was medically prescribed. I'm on one, too. Why is that offensive?
Due to her hastiness and the post being in the context of weight loss, I thought and still think she asked for one for faster weight loss. I'd be happy to be wrong, though. Not happy happy, cos it'd mean she has a condition that needs to be treated that way0 -
That's sad. I am on it because my androgen levels (testosterone to be exact) is too high and causes severe acne. I was on it before and I had to go off of it because my husband changed jobs and we didn't pay for GAP insurance.And why were you diuretic-ing at 160 lbs? :noway: Or any lbs for that matter, I suppose
What does her weight have to do with it? She says she was "put on" it, which sounds to me like it was medically prescribed. I'm on one, too. Why is that offensive?
Due to her hastiness and the post being in the context of weight loss, I thought and still think she asked for one for faster weight loss. I'd be happy to be wrong, though. Not happy happy, cos it'd mean she has a condition that needs to be treated that way
Sorry to hear this, and my apologies for the intrusive question! It does help put your op in perspective though. What do you think is your real rate of fat loss? Surely not zero the entire time? Also does your doc know you're trying to lose weight? Is the calorie deficit etc compatible with your treatment? Perhaps there are some other treatment options rather than diuretics since that could be a bit confusing by masking your true fat loss. Otherwise you may just need to log as accurately as possible while hoping for good health and Long term fat loss.0 -
That's sad. I am on it because my androgen levels (testosterone to be exact) is too high and causes severe acne. I was on it before and I had to go off of it because my husband changed jobs and we didn't pay for GAP insurance.And why were you diuretic-ing at 160 lbs? :noway: Or any lbs for that matter, I suppose
What does her weight have to do with it? She says she was "put on" it, which sounds to me like it was medically prescribed. I'm on one, too. Why is that offensive?
Due to her hastiness and the post being in the context of weight loss, I thought and still think she asked for one for faster weight loss. I'd be happy to be wrong, though. Not happy happy, cos it'd mean she has a condition that needs to be treated that way
Sorry to hear this, and my apologies for the intrusive question! It does help put your op in perspective though. What do you think is your real rate of fat loss? Surely not zero the entire time? Also does your doc know you're trying to lose weight? Is the calorie deficit etc compatible with your treatment? Perhaps there are some other treatment options rather than diuretics since that could be a bit confusing by masking your true fat loss. Otherwise you may just need to log as accurately as possible while hoping for good health and Long term fat loss.
My true fat loss is probably 3-4 lbs. I quit drinking soda when I started and that adds to the water loss as well. My dr does know I'm trying to lose weight. I workout a lot (imo still not enough, but I have endurance) so my calories are probably higher than most if you follow the mfp. Some days the mfp says to eat 2000 calories. I just eat about 1600 to 1800 on those days (per dr advice). I eat a lot of protein and greens. Unfortunately, high testosterone usually doesn't just go away. I wish it did!0 -
Sorry to hear this, and my apologies for the intrusive question! It does help put your op in perspective though. What do you think is your real rate of fat loss? Surely not zero the entire time? Also does your doc know you're trying to lose weight? Is the calorie deficit etc compatible with your treatment? Perhaps there are some other treatment options rather than diuretics since that could be a bit confusing by masking your true fat loss. Otherwise you may just need to log as accurately as possible while hoping for good health and Long term fat loss.
This really.
Why not edit your OP if you can otherwise people wont be bothered to get to the end of the thread and see the situation has changed.
Have you finished with the prescribed diuretic or will you be on them for a while?
You dont give details on how many calories you are on (might have missed) the deficit, how many lbs a week your taget is for losing. It also helps if you open your diary if you wnat people to comment as it can provide a lot of information on things that you could find alternatives for or cut out.
Someone keeps posting that link of what you should expect to lose per week based on your weight. Unfortunately it does take a long time to lose weight, but its even more of a waste if you never lose it or keep quitting and losing the same weight over again. Patience, determination and sustainability are some of the things you will need.
If it were me then I would just do a safe healthy diet with a decent amount of protein fruit and veg plus some exercise and keep on that at a deficit of 500 claories for 1lb a week, then see what the results are and how you feel plus adjust accordingly. As far as possible id try to ignore whatever impact the diuretics are having. I would also check with your Dr to make sure its all being done safely.0 -
That's sad. I am on it because my androgen levels (testosterone to be exact) is too high and causes severe acne. I was on it before and I had to go off of it because my husband changed jobs and we didn't pay for GAP insurance.And why were you diuretic-ing at 160 lbs? :noway: Or any lbs for that matter, I suppose
What does her weight have to do with it? She says she was "put on" it, which sounds to me like it was medically prescribed. I'm on one, too. Why is that offensive?
Due to her hastiness and the post being in the context of weight loss, I thought and still think she asked for one for faster weight loss. I'd be happy to be wrong, though. Not happy happy, cos it'd mean she has a condition that needs to be treated that way
Sorry to hear this, and my apologies for the intrusive question! It does help put your op in perspective though. What do you think is your real rate of fat loss? Surely not zero the entire time? Also does your doc know you're trying to lose weight? Is the calorie deficit etc compatible with your treatment? Perhaps there are some other treatment options rather than diuretics since that could be a bit confusing by masking your true fat loss. Otherwise you may just need to log as accurately as possible while hoping for good health and Long term fat loss.
My true fat loss is probably 3-4 lbs. I quit drinking soda when I started and that adds to the water loss as well. My dr does know I'm trying to lose weight. I workout a lot (imo still not enough, but I have endurance) so my calories are probably higher than most if you follow the mfp. Some days the mfp says to eat 2000 calories. I just eat about 1600 to 1800 on those days (per dr advice). I eat a lot of protein and greens. Unfortunately, high testosterone usually doesn't just go away. I wish it did!
3-4 pounds in 16 days is still really good?0 -
Sorry to hear this, and my apologies for the intrusive question! It does help put your op in perspective though. What do you think is your real rate of fat loss? Surely not zero the entire time? Also does your doc know you're trying to lose weight? Is the calorie deficit etc compatible with your treatment? Perhaps there are some other treatment options rather than diuretics since that could be a bit confusing by masking your true fat loss. Otherwise you may just need to log as accurately as possible while hoping for good health and Long term fat loss.
This really.
Why not edit your OP if you can otherwise people wont be bothered to get to the end of the thread and see the situation has changed.
Have you finished with the prescribed diuretic or will you be on them for a while?
That's a good idea. I will edit it. Didn't even think of that. This is the first post I've made. I will be on it for a while. Unknown ending date.0 -
No way to edit. :-/Sorry to hear this, and my apologies for the intrusive question! It does help put your op in perspective though. What do you think is your real rate of fat loss? Surely not zero the entire time? Also does your doc know you're trying to lose weight? Is the calorie deficit etc compatible with your treatment? Perhaps there are some other treatment options rather than diuretics since that could be a bit confusing by masking your true fat loss. Otherwise you may just need to log as accurately as possible while hoping for good health and Long term fat loss.
This really.
Why not edit your OP if you can otherwise people wont be bothered to get to the end of the thread and see the situation has changed.
Have you finished with the prescribed diuretic or will you be on them for a while?0 -
No way to edit. :-/Sorry to hear this, and my apologies for the intrusive question! It does help put your op in perspective though. What do you think is your real rate of fat loss? Surely not zero the entire time? Also does your doc know you're trying to lose weight? Is the calorie deficit etc compatible with your treatment? Perhaps there are some other treatment options rather than diuretics since that could be a bit confusing by masking your true fat loss. Otherwise you may just need to log as accurately as possible while hoping for good health and Long term fat loss.
This really.
Why not edit your OP if you can otherwise people wont be bothered to get to the end of the thread and see the situation has changed.
Have you finished with the prescribed diuretic or will you be on them for a while?
Maybe use the Report post link and nicely ask a mod if they will do it for you. Or follow one of the help links where you can contact MFP. But really people should read the whole topic before commenting if at all possible, so
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I started 16 days ago, and I'm down 13lbs... I'm 5'2'' and down to 148.8 lbs.
Really? You lost 5 lbs. a week? :noway:0 -
WhatJameiR36 said.
Just adding you dont know how much was waterweight and how much fat or muscle.
If you are still taking them, then surely at some stage the impact they will have will lessen. Ask the Dr or do some research.
Your diet can carry on although the diuretic might mask the result. I would just try a calorie deficit of 500 cal and see what happens as that should produce results in addition to the diuretic effect. Alter yout expectations to .5-1.5ln a week underlying weight loss depending on your deficit.0 -
Frustration with a nearly pound per day weight loss shows an unhealthy attitude. When prescription diuretic enhanced loss isn't fast enough for you ... what's the next step? Healthy loss once the diuretics do their thing is going to be slower. Sustainable loss is slower.0
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I'm getting really frustrated with the pace of my weight loss! I know realistically it's great, but it's not enough for me. I don't want to do any fad diets, and don't get me wrong, I've cheated as much as the next person on types of food, but not calories (probably why it's not where I'd like to be). I started 16 days ago, and I'm down 13lbs. I KNOW that's a good start and it's quick at first, but I have a feeling I'm going to get frustrated when things slow down a lot. I'm 5'2'' and down to 148.8 lbs. I feel like it's going to be a long road ahead of me.
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you're not on biggest loser, you need to change your expectations...0 -
Seriously? That is a huge amount of weight to lose in that short period of time. Even for someone that is morbidly obese.
Do you expect to see better results, and are you hoping for more weight lost in that amount of time?
Everyone is different, so maybe it is possible. Probable? Not too likely though. You and your doctor know you best.0 -
I'm getting really frustrated with the pace of my weight loss! I know realistically it's great, but it's not enough for me. I don't want to do any fad diets, and don't get me wrong, I've cheated as much as the next person on types of food, but not calories (probably why it's not where I'd like to be). I started 16 days ago, and I'm down 13lbs. I KNOW that's a good start and it's quick at first, but I have a feeling I'm going to get frustrated when things slow down a lot. I'm 5'2'' and down to 148.8 lbs. I feel like it's going to be a long road ahead of me.
Last year I was in the same boat. Lost a lot of weight and then it leveled off. I got busy and gave up. If I had stuck with what I was doing, I would have lost consistently and I would be at goal weight already by now.
This, this, this....
The time will pass anyway, whatever you do. At the end of a month, year, do you want to be at the same place you are now? The only alternative is to keep at it.
Also, if you are so miserable with what you have to do to lose weight, that you can't wait to finish so you can stop, that should be a red flag warning that your method may not be right for you.0 -
I started on July 21. It's been 3 months, and I've lost as much weight as you. Why are you unhappy that you lost that much weight in 16 days? Personally, I would be freaking out. I freaked out when I lost 4 lbs in a week, then relaxed when I gained 2. I apparently had a really low day, and it wasn't my "real" weight. I don't want to lose too fast and lose more than fat and water.0
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